Health

India, Denmark reaffirm ties in health, agriculture, and green partnership

According to a post on X by the Ministry of Health, both sides met on Thursday and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening India-Denmark collaboration in health, food, and agriculture

BJP MP urges govt to ensure standardised, transparent medical billing

BJP MP K Laxman on Thursday urged the government to ensure transparent and standardised medical billing, as he raised concerns over "exploitation practices" by private hospitals. Raising the issue in the Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha, Laxman said in the absence of norms, many families are pushed into hardship due to medical bills. "There is a rise in exploitative practices by certain private corporate hospitals. Reports from patients, civil society and consumer bodies point to a disturbing pattern of unnecessary diagnostic tests, unwanted prolonged hospital stays with no clinical justification, and opaque billing processes," Laxman said. "Absence of transparent norms leaves people with little choice, pushing many families into hardship. Reports highlight they charge Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,000 as OPD, which is not covered under schemes like Ayushman Bharat," he said. The BJP MP urged the government to take steps to ensure transparent billing. "I urge the government to ensure transparent .

Respiratory drug sales surge in November as air quality continues to worsen

Rising pollution levels in November have led to a sharp jump in respiratory medicine sales, with asthma and allergy treatments seeing strong demand

Eli Lilly, Pfizer drugs added to China's first private insurance list

As China's aging population increases demand for therapies treating everything from cancer and diabetes to dementia, the inclusion of these drugs may ease the burden on state medical insurance

What Alcohol Really Does to Your Body at Every Age

Why do two drinks feel totally different in your 30s, unbearable in your 40s, and risky in your 60s? It’s not in your head — your body changes decade by decade, and alcohol affects you very different

India's metabolic crisis deepens as young adults face diabetes surge

Diabetes is increasingly becoming a major global health concern, with an estimated 589 million adults currently living with the condition and the number expected to rise to 853 million by 2050

Why the South keeps pulling ahead: Growth, demographics and development

Beyond the increasing complaints about their falling share of central tax revenues, the experience of southern states holds a lesson for the poorer regions wishing to bridge the gap

Breast cancer myths busted: Awareness isn't enough, action saves lives

Can young women or men get breast cancer? Are mammograms unsafe? In this episode of our fact-check series, doctors debunk the biggest breast health myths and explain why regular screening saves lives.

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!