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Can sunlight alone meet your vitamin D requirement? Study explains

Despite regular sun exposure, you may still lack enough vitamin D. Here's what experts suggest to meet your body's needs

Can Mounjaro transform obesity care? ₹50 crore sales in three months

Eli Lilly's Mounjaro has seen explosive growth since its March launch in India, with sales soaring to Rs 50 crore in three months

Are generic medicines as good as branded ones? Here's what you should know

Are cheaper generic medicines really as good as expensive branded ones? Here's what doctors and pharma experts say about quality, safety, and trust

Want to avoid chronic back pain? Walk over 100 minutes a day, says study

A new study finds people who walk more than 100 minutes daily have a 23 per cent lower risk of developing chronic low back pain compared to less active peers

Planned C-section babies at more risk of developing leukaemia later: Study

Compared to an emergency C-section, birth via a planned C-section was associated with a 21 per cent higher risk of developing acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, the most common form of childhood leukaemia

From blood pressure to mental health, key health checks men must not skip

From blood pressure to mental health, these essential screenings help men detect silent health risks early and stay ahead of preventable chronic conditions

Muscle loss to cancer: Shubhanshu Shukla's mission targets health in space

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is leading muscle loss, diabetes, brain activity, and cancer cell studies on the ISS-research that could benefit both space explorers and patients on Earth

What is rejection sensitive dysphoria in ADHD and how can you manage it?

Intense emotional reactions to real or imagined rejection are part of rejection sensitive dysphoria. The term isn't a formal diagnosis, but it's gaining traction in both research and clinical work

NMC relaxes medical faculty rules, aims to widen pool of medical professors

New NMC faculty rules allow more specialists to be appointed as professors, supporting the Union Health Ministry's push to expand medical education by 75,000 seats in five years

1,300 nurses appointed in Delhi govt hospitals; Ayushman vans launched

The event was attended by BJP president J P Nadda, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Health Minister Pankaj Singh, and other senior ministers

Mind diet boosts brain health: What foods should you put on your plate

The Mind diet follows many of the core tenets of both diets but places greater emphasis on consuming more foods that contain nutrients which promote brain health and prevent cognitive decline

Why ageing differs: Inflammation may be more lifestyle than biology

Inflammaging might not be a universal feature of ageing after all. Instead, it could be a byproduct of how we live in modern society

Centre to deploy team for health measures after Kerala confirms Nipah case

NIV Pune on Friday had confirmed Nipah infection in 38-year-old female from Palakkad

Vaping risks: Are e-cigarettes silently fuelling future lung cancer cases?

Experts warn that e-cigarettes may cause hidden lung damage and potentially raise the risk of cancer, especially when used alongside traditional cigarettes

Diabetes myths vs facts: 15 health risks you may be unknowingly taking

Fact-Check Friday: From the belief that fruits are bad to blaming sugar alone, doctors bust 15 widespread diabetes myths and offer clear, science-backed facts for better care

How heart attack symptoms in women differ from men and why it matters

Experts warn that women's heart attack symptoms are often subtle or misdiagnosed, leading to delayed care, poorer outcomes, and a growing crisis in India

WHO's '3 by 35' plan aims 50% tax hike on tobacco, alcohol, sugary drinks

The WHO says its global tax plan could raise $1 trillion and save 50 million lives by 2035 by curbing harmful product consumption and funding health systems

'Our vaccines are safe': Covishield makers support ICMR-Aiims findings

ICMR-Aiims studies found no link between Covid-19 vaccines and sudden deaths in adults; heart issues, genetics, and lifestyle factors were identified as primary causes, not vaccination

Is your rice toxic? Experts explain arsenic risks and how to stay safe

Recent reports reveal dangerously high arsenic in US rice; experts advise safer rice varieties, alternative grains, and better cooking techniques to reduce health risks

13% babies in India born prematurely, 17% with low weight: Health survey

The team found that an increased exposure to PM2.5 during pregnancy was related with a 40 per cent chance of low birth weight, and 70 per cent of premature delivery