Health

Rohit Shetty appointed Fit India Icon, pushes for social media fitness code

Shetty said that he was very proud of India's growing fitness movement and praised the leadership that encouraged it

WHO warns of rising Mpox cases as new 'clade Ib' strain spreads globally

WHO reports 2,862 cases and 17 deaths across 17 African nations in six weeks; new clade Ib strain detected in Europe and US, prompting renewed vigilance amid signs of local transmission

Delhi AQI improves slightly but in 'poor' category; respiratory cases rise

Doctors urge vulnerable individuals should avoid outdoor exposure, wear N95 masks, and continue their prescribed medications

Normal delivery vs c-section: Doctors bust common childbirth myths

Is normal delivery always safer than a C-section? Do epidurals cause paralysis? In this episode of our fact-check series, doctors bust common childbirth myths

Heart myths busted: What really protects your heart | Health facts

Is heart disease only a man’s problem? Do young or thin people stay safe? In this episode of our Fact-check series, doctors bust common heart health myths and reveal what truly keeps your heart strong

Diwali firecracker safety 101: How to keep kids safe this festive season

As Diwali lights up homes across India, doctors share crucial tips to protect children from firecracker burns, eye injuries, and smoke exposure while keeping the festive sparkle alive

Biopeak bets bespoke longevity plans can go beyond bold-and-beautiful set

The company uses AI and cellular diagnostics to optimise performance for professionals by going to the root causes of poor health, with individually-targeted programmes starting at ₹40,000

Vasundhara Raje urges united effort to tackle global obesity crisis

Former chief minister Vasundhara Raje called for collective efforts to combat obesity. She said, "Many people appear thin on the outside, but they have internal fat, which is more dangerous." Raje, while speaking at a programme, said obesity is becoming an epidemic worldwide and that the effort to curb it should not be the responsibility of politicians alone, but of everyone. She mentioned that she ensures her weight does not increase and follows regular exercise, intermittent fasting, etc., to maintain her health. She also stated that over a billion people worldwide suffer from obesity. "Losing weight is not the end goal but the beginning of a healthy and energetic life," she said. Raje highlighted that nearly 15 per cent of children in India are overweight, making it necessary to educate children about proper nutrition, similar to the practices in Japan.

Hidden DNA safeguard explains infertility, miscarriages and Down syndrome

Scientists at UC Davis discover how protein networks protect chromosomes for decades, reducing risks of infertility, miscarriage and genetic disorders

Gut health myths busted: Probiotics, kombucha & detox kits explained

Are probiotics, kombucha, and detox kits really good for your gut? In this episode of our fact-check series, doctors bust the biggest gut health myths.

Big alcohol, tobacco and food firms obstruct vital health reforms, says WHO

In a separate report, the WHO found that $3 per person invested by governments on non-communicable diseases could save more than 12 million lives and generate $1 trillion in savings by 2030

Superfood myths busted What really works for your health

Are superfoods really miracle cures? From detox claims to disease prevention, doctors bust the biggest superfood myths. Fact-check your health tips today!

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann hospitalised at Fortis Hospital in Mohali

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was hospitalised on Friday evening after his health condition did not improve, party sources said. Mann (51) was suffering from viral fever and some digestion-related issues for the past two days. He was taken to Fortis Hospital in Mohali after his condition did not improve by evening. A team of doctors is examining him at the hospital. Following news of his illness, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal visited Mann on Thursday to check on his health at his official residence. Kejriwal arrived in Punjab on Wednesday evening to assess the flood situation and was originally scheduled to visit the affected areas alongside the chief minister. However, in Mann's absence, Kejriwal proceeded to visit the flood-hit areas in Sultanpur Lodhi in Kapurthala district. A year ago, too, Mann, who was diagnosed with a bacterial infection, had been admitted to Fortis Mohali for a few days. Meanwhile, earlier in the day, the meeting of the Pu

Busting 5 Water Myths in 60 Seconds | Do You Really Need 8 Glasses a Day?

Think 8 glasses a day is a hydration rule? Think again. In this Fact-Check Friday, we bust 5 common myths about water, hydration, and detox.

Think anaemia is just about iron? Think again. | #FactCheckFriday #health #anaemia

Anaemia is one of India’s most misunderstood health issues. It’s not just about iron. It affects men too. And popping iron pills blindly? Could backfire.

Maharashtra govt forms committee to study impact of pigeons on human health

Amid controversy over the closure of 'kabutarkhanas' in Mumbai, the Maharashtra government has set up an expert committee to examine the impact of pigeons on human health as directed by the Bombay High Court. In response to three writ petitions, the high court had on August 13 asked the government to set up a committee to study health hazards associated with pigeons and the practice of feeding them in public places. The Urban Development Department on August 22 issued an order appointing a 13-member committee headed by Rajay Kan Devad, Director, Public Health Services, Pune. Its other members include representatives from the Bombay Natural History Society, Maharashtra Animal Welfare Board, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Nagpur, pulmonologists from Mumbai, microbiologists, and senior officials of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. The committee will study the impact of pigeon droppings on health, public feeding of the

At 51, Malaika Arora swears by ghee, home food and daily discipline

From workouts to wellness, Malaika Arora reveals how home food, ghee and discipline keep her energised and glowing even at 51

SMA, rare disease treatment add to Kerala health model success story

SMA is a rare, inherited genetic disease that affects the motor neurons in the spinal cord, causing progressive muscle weakness and wasting

44% of employees say longer work hours hurt health, balance: Report

The report further revealed that there is a strong desire for transparency and inclusion in decision-making

Can doctors take your organs if you’re in a coma? Organ donation myths busted

Think organ donation is risky? That your religion doesn’t allow it? Or that doctors won’t save you if you’re a registered donor? These are some of the biggest myths stopping people from saving lives.