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India's infant mortality rate hits historic low of 25; big states struggle

Kerala has one of the lowest infant deaths in India at 5 per 1,000 births, while the national average has dropped to 25 - the best ever. But states like UP, MP and Chhattisgarh still lag behind

Cardiovascular diseases cause one-third of all deaths in India: Report

The Report on Causes of Death: 2021-2023, issued on Wednesday, said non-communicable diseases are the leading causes of death in the country, constituting 56.7 per cent of all deaths

India's infant mortality rate touches low of 25, down from 40 in 2013

Kerala was the only of the 21 large states which reported a single digit IMR of 5. It is second in the country after Manipur

World Leukaemia Day: Why early detection is the key to saving lives

From fatigue and bruising to recurrent infections, leukaemia symptoms are often neglected. World Leukaemia Day draws attention to the importance of early detection and diagnosis

National Nutrition Week: Which foods you should always soak before eating

Cooking softens food, but soaking kick-starts the process earlier - reducing bloating and improving digestion

Gluten-free diet explained: Who needs it, medical tests and safe swaps

National nutrition week: Gluten-free living goes beyond a trend, as it can protect those with gluten-related disorders from serious health issues

Why do you go blank in arguments? Understanding trauma-related memory loss

Ever gone blank in an argument with your partner or at work? Struggled to recall details mid-fight? Experts explain how stress and trauma affect memory, and how to cope with it

World sexual health day 2025: Championing sexual justice for all

The global observance reminds us that sexual health is a human right, calling for safe, respectful and informed choices free from stigma and inequality

Ultra-processed foods linked to decline in male fertility, metabolic health

A three-week trial revealed that eating ultra-processed foods changes hormone levels and reduces sperm motility, affecting both reproductive and metabolic health in men

Are your daily habits secretly lowering your fertility? Here's what to know

From laptops on your lap to skinny jeans and saunas, everyday heat exposures may quietly lower sperm count and motility. Experts share tips to protect fertility

Infertility is 'woman's issue': Why it's a myth, how men make up 50% cases

Male infertility is often ignored, with factors such as stress, poor sleep, and bad habits affecting sperm health. Experts share fertility treatments and lifestyle changes

Health ministry looks to reduce drug development, approval timelines

The Union Health Ministry has proposed amendments to NDCT Rules 2019 to reduce test licence timelines from 90 to 45 days and ease approvals for BA/BE studies

PCOS in teens: Why parents' role in early care and support is crucial

From spotting irregular cycles to building supportive home routines, parents play a key role in helping adolescents cope with PCOS and its physical and emotional challenges

WHO warns of global mental health crisis, with over 1 billion affected

New data from the World Health Organization reveals alarming global gaps in mental health care, with women and young people most affected, high suicide rates and stagnation in mental health investment

Why it's harder to burn fat with age, and how scientists plan to fix it

Ageing slows our body's natural calorie burners, but a new study shows how reactivating beige fat could help tackle weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease

New study shows how mitochondria help cancer cells survive and spread

Why does breast cancer spread? Researchers trace the answer to mitochondria, where glutathione import activates survival signals that drive deadly metastasis

When self-care turns toxic: Experts warn of the growing 'wellness trap'

From endless detoxes to obsessive step counts, overdoing wellness can harm mental health. Experts call this the wellness trap

Neck size may reveal more about your health than you realise, say doctors

Doctors highlight that a thicker neck may reflect hidden fat distribution in the body, raising chances of insulin resistance, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease

Common painkillers may make your antibiotics less effective, study warns

Research finds that widely used drugs like ibuprofen, paracetamol and metformin could be silently worsening the global antimicrobial resistance crisis, and complicating patient treatments

Why you're a mosquito magnet and not your friends? Doctor explains

Always the one covered in mosquito bites while your friends walk free? Science says it is not because "your blood is sweeter", here's what makes you a mosquito magnet