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From hugs to food to tattoos: Debunking 16 dangerous myths about HIV

From casual contact and mosquito bites to tattoos, pregnancy, PrEP, and treatment, specialists debunk the misconceptions that fuel stigma and delay diagnosis

Why everyday scents may be interfering with your hormones without warning

The booming aromatherapy trend promises relaxation, but doctors caution that synthetic blends and constant diffusion can quietly nudge hormones off balance

Why airline pilots hide mental-health struggles despite stress at work

Despite growing stress and burnout, many pilots avoid reporting mental-health concerns due to lengthy medical reviews and career repercussions

Why lupus diagnoses are rising, and why young women face greater risk

Better awareness and testing have pushed lupus numbers up, but the gender gap remains stark, and delayed diagnosis continues to put women of reproductive age at the highest risk

Delhi air pollution toll: Over 200,000 emergency visits in past 3 years

Parliament data and an ICMR multi-city study show pollution spikes tracking a surge in Delhi breathing emergencies, with over 200,000 ER visits since 2022 and admissions rising

Are you the eldest daughter? A psychologist explains why it feels heavy

As 'eldest daughter syndrome' trends online, psychologists unpack the real dynamics behind it, from early caregiving and perfectionism to burnout, guilt and people-pleasing

Why we keep smoking despite knowing the damage it does to our health

Smoking is not just a bad habit, doctors say; it is nicotine, stress relief, routine and brain conditioning working together, which is why quitting can feel far harder than it looks

Bill Gates warns child deaths may rise after Trump-era funding cuts

More than 200,000 additional children under 5 are expected to die this year, according to modeling in the Gates Foundation's annual Goalkeepers report

Novo Nordisk set to launch diabetes drug Ozempic in India this month

Ozempic, a once-weekly injectable approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in 2017 for type 2 diabetes, has become a global bestseller and is widely used off-label for weight los

Diabetes and oral health are linked: Here's what you need to know

Diabetes care routinely focuses on the heart, feet, eyes, liver and kidneys. The mouth, however, is frequently overlooked, even though oral health both affects and is affected by diabetes

How poor diabetes management increases complications in people with HIV

Experts warn that poor sugar control pushes HIV-related health risks higher, leading to faster progression of heart, kidney and nerve problems

Why disabled people face higher chronic illness risks and miss early care

Disabled people face higher risks of diabetes and hypertension, yet often miss early screening due to access barriers, fragmented care and gaps in disability-aware services

Your brain resets at ages 9, 32, 66 and 83: Study maps life's neural shifts

A new Nature Communications study finds brain ageing isn't linear, with key network 'turning points' at 9, 32, 66 and 83 that mark distinct phases from childhood to late life

Air pollution 101: 13 key terms to help you protect your family's health

Air quality warnings can feel confusing, but understanding basic pollution terminology can help you navigate rising health risks and respond with timely precautions

Uranium and lead in Delhi groundwater: How families can stay safe today

Delhi's 2025 groundwater report flags higher uranium, lead, nitrate and salinity in some pockets. Here's what it means for drinking and cooking water, and steps families can take

1 in 2 packaged foods sold online is junk or ultra-processed, shows survey

Nearly half of all packaged foods sold on India's online grocery and quick-commerce apps are ultra-processed or high in fat, sugar and salt, raising health concerns for Gen Z consumers

WHO issues first guidelines backing GLP-1 drugs for obesity management

WHO has issued its first guidelines recommending GLP-1 drugs for long-term obesity treatment in adults, while stressing equitable access, health system readiness and lifestyle support

How toxic air is quietly triggering behavioural changes in children

As toxic air penetrates deep into the bloodstream and reaches the brain, experts warn of rising neuroinflammation in children that can quietly shape behaviour, learning and development

How heavy metals in polluted air trigger fatigue, headaches and brain fog

Beyond PM2.5 and PM10, polluted air carries neurotoxic metals like lead, arsenic and cadmium that inflame the brain, disrupt energy pathways and trigger fatigue and fogginess on high-AQI days

Eldest, middle, or youngest: Does birth order shape who you finally become?

Does being the firstborn, middle child or youngest shape personality? Psychologists say effects are small, while culture, parenting styles and sibling roles matter far more