Health

Jaspal Rana death: Why heart attack patients remain vulnerable post surgery

Jaspal Rana's death highlights the elevated risk faced by heart attack patients in the weeks following angioplasty, particularly those who seek medical attention late

Anaemia, IMR, MMR, clean fuel use: NFHS-6 drops key health indicators

Latest National Family Health Survey, that covers over 679,000 households across 715 districts, has omitted several long-tracked indicators like anaemia, mortality, sex ratio at birth and clean fuel u

Trump in 'excellent health' and fully fit to serve, says physician

Donald Trump's physician says the president is in "excellent health" and is "fully fit" to serve as commander in chief after a medical exam Tuesday at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. A report from Dr Sean Barbabella, released late Friday, says Trump underwent a CT scan and other heart imaging along with cancer screenings and other preventative assessments carried out by 22 specialists. Trump, 79, said after the visit Tuesday that everything checked out "PERFECTLY." The president weighed in at 238 pounds (108 kilograms), up 14 pounds (6 kg) from a medical exam in April 2025. His doctors gave him guidance on his diet, physical activity and weight loss, but concluded his "cognitive and physical performance are excellent.

The Liver Doctor: Finding humanism and empathy beyond social media battles

In The Liver Doctor, the hero is not the doctor, but the liver itself: One of the least understood yet endlessly fascinating organs in the human body, and the only one capable of regenerating itself

Why your health insurance claim may get rejected and what you need to check

Health insurance claim complaints are rising, with cases on the Bima Bharosa portal in the first 11 months of FY26 exceeding the total for the whole of FY25.

Explained: What is NPS Swasthya?

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has launched the second "Proof of Concept (POC) of NPS Swasthya", an initiative intended to provide healthcare

Gut health: Reframing India's nutrition story for a healthier future

India's nutrition story isn't simple. But in many ways, the direction forward is rediscovery. That good health is not just about what we eat, but about how well the body is able to use it

Insolvency law crucial in improving health of banking sector: FM Sitharaman in Lok Sabha

Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said in the Lok Sabha that the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) has been a main and very crucial factor in improving the health

Lancet study: Fortified foods close 7 bn nutrient gaps, impact can triple

Fortification is one of the most cost-effective nutrition tools, preventing billions of deficiencies each year, while still holding massive untapped potential

Hepatitis myths busted: Alcohol, transmission & liver health explained

Is hepatitis always caused by alcohol? Does it spread through touch or food? Can herbal remedies cure it? In this episode of our fact-check series, a liver specialist debunks common hepatitis myths

Dr Reddy's plans to launch generic obesity drug at up to 60% discount

The company ​last month received an approval from ‌India's drug regulator ​to manufacture ‌and sell the generic version ‌of blockbuster diabetes drug Ozempic

Sharad Pawar stable, recovering well after chest infection: Doctors

NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar, admitted to a private hospital here following a chest infection, is stable and recovering well, doctors said on Tuesday. The 85-year-old Rajya Sabha member was brought to Ruby Hall Clinic on Monday afternoon from his residence in Baramati town in Pune district after he complained of difficulty in breathing and a persistent cough. Dr Simon Grant, physician and trustee of the hospital, stated that Pawar is stable and recovering well. "His vital parameters are within normal limits, and his overall clinical condition is stable and he is recovering well," he said. The mild discomfort noted at the time of admission has improved with ongoing medical management, the doctor said. "As a precautionary measure, he continues to remain under observation. His treatment is being carried out strictly as per Ruby Hall Clinic's established medical protocols, and all investigations are being closely monitored," he said. Further decisions regarding the course of care

Asics eyes 35% annual growth in India, aims to lead running shoe market

Recreational running is booming across the South Asian nation, driven by an increased focus on fitness in India's growing ranks of affluent consumers

Economic Survey 2026: Obesity fast becoming a public health challenge

Economic Survey flags rising lifestyle diseases and obesity in India, urging stricter regulation and warning labels on ultra-processed foods to curb health risks

Ban advertising of ultra-processed foods from 6 am-11 pm: Eco Survey

Raising concerns on the growing consumption of ultra-processed foods containing high fat, salt and sugar amid India becoming one of the fastest growing markets for such items in the world, the Economic Survey has pitched for a ban on their advertisements from morning to late night. The pre-Budget document tabled in the Lok Sabha on Thursday also suggested restrictions on the marketing of infant and toddler milk and beverages, while flagging growing obesity among children. "More troubling still, the prevalence of excess weight among children under five has risen from 2.1 per cent in 2015-16 to 3.4 per cent in 2019-21," it said. According to estimates, over 3.3 crore children in India were obese in 2020, and it is projected to reach 8.3 crore children by 2035. The 2019-21 National Family Health Survey (NFHS) reports that 24 per cent of Indian women and 23 per cent of Indian men are overweight or obese," it added. Among women aged 15-49 years, 6.4 per cent are obese, and among men, 4

Samsung announces month-long Fit India Walk-a-thon 2026 challenge: Details

Samsung has announced the Fit India Walk-a-thon '26 for users in India, a month-long step-count challenge on Samsung Health that encourages daily physical activity around Republic Day

People paying a heavy price for air pollution with their health: Rahul

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said that people are paying a heavy price for air pollution with their health and the country's economy, and that children and the elderly are bearing the brunt the most. In a post on his X account, the Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha urged people to speak up against air pollution. He also asked them to write to him, sharing their views on how it has affected crores of Indians. "We are paying a heavy price for air pollution -- with our health and with our economy. Crores of ordinary Indians bear this burden every day," Gandhi wrote. "Children and the elderly suffer the most. Livelihoods, especially of construction workers and daily wage earners, are severely impacted," he wrote. Noting that the crisis cannot be forgotten until next winter, the former Congress president said, "The first step towards change is to raise our voices." He further asked people to share the story of "how air pollution has affected you or your loved ones" at ...

What are postbiotic supplements and do you really need them for your gut?

Postbiotics are beneficial compounds produced when gut bacteria, including probiotics, break down prebiotics. In other words, they are not live bacteria, but substances those bacteria produce

Trans fat myths busted: ‘Zero trans fat’, labels & heart health explained

Are all trans-fats the same? Does ‘zero trans-fat’ really mean safe? In this episode of our health fact-check series, we debunk common trans-fat myths

VEXAS syndrome: When inflammation defies treatment and routine tests

First described in 2020, VEXAS syndrome links genetics, inflammation and blood disorders and is forcing doctors to rethink how treatment-resistant inflammation is diagnosed