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Giving men common antidepressant could help tackle domestic violence: Study

The medication's effectiveness depended on participants actually taking it and staying engaged long enough for it to work

Digitally unified insurance systems can transform India's healthcare: Study

Digitally unified insurance systems can enhance transparency, reduce fragmentation and improve access under India's evolving subsidised health insurance setup, according to a new study by the Goa Institute of Management (GIM), WHO and Gates Foundation. The one-of-its-kind comprehensive analysis conducted in collaboration with Kerala Health department has demonstrated how integrated digital health-financing platforms can reform health systems and advance India's progress towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC). As India continues to expand subsidised health insurance schemes, the study highlights why unification of data and processes across different stakeholders is essential for improving service delivery. The study titled "Health System Reform Powered by Data Integration of Health Financing: Lessons from India, has been published in the prestigious journal Health Systems and Reform. "The study provides one-of-its-kind comprehensive analysis of how digitally unified insurance syste

US advisers scrap hepatitis B vaccine recommendation for most children

For infants of mothers who test negative, the panel recommended that parents, in consultation with a healthcare provider, should decide when or if their child will begin the vaccine series

WHO urges nations to make infertility services equitable and accessible

The latest guideline sets out evidence-based steps for prevention, diagnosis and treatment, urging governments to reduce financial barriers and integrate fertility services into national health system

Noise pollution and mental health: Why constant sound keeps you stressed

As cities grow louder, experts warn chronic noise drives stress hormones, disrupts sleep, impairs focus and increases vulnerability to anxiety and mood disorders

Why women need much more protein than they realise, doctors explain

From adolescence to menopause, women need far more protein than they realise. Doctors explain how chronic low intake fuels fatigue, hormonal imbalance and poor recovery, and how to fix it easily

Global malaria surge: WHO warns of rising cases, deaths and drug resistance

The latest WHO malaria report shows infections and deaths rising in 2024, driven by drug and insecticide resistance, funding gaps and climate pressures, threatening years of global progress

PET bottle nanoplastics may harm gut bacteria and human cells: New study

Lab-made PET bottle nanoplastics were found to weaken probiotic bacteria and trigger stress and inflammation markers in human and blood cells, raising fresh safety questions

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

Can Ozempic trigger depression or suicidal thoughts? Australia weighs in

Australia has issued a safety alert on GLP-1 drugs after reviewing reports of depression and suicidal thoughts; while there is no proven causal link, regulators want users to stay alert

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

Apple releases hypertension notifications to eligible Watch models in India

Apple has released hypertension notifications for eligible Watch models in India, using 30-day pattern detection through the optical heart sensor on select devices running watchOS 26

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