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Birth control in HIV: What women can safely use and what doctors warn about

HIV-positive women have several safe birth-control options, but viral load, ART interactions, treatment stability still guide what doctors recommend for reliable contraception and partner protection

World AIDS Day 2025: India halves new HIV cases, AIDS deaths drop over 80%

India's latest HIV report shows sharp declines in new infections, AIDS-related deaths and mother-to-child transmission, reflecting expanding testing, treatment and stronger public health systems

Sonali Bendre says autophagy helped her cancer recovery. Doctors disagree

Sonali Bendre credited autophagy for aiding her recovery from metastatic cancer, but doctors warn the cell-recycling process triggered by fasting is not a treatment and cannot kill cancer cells

With evidence-based care, children with 1 Kidney can thrive, say experts

Paediatric health experts, nephrologists, and surgeons across India are sharing a unified message of reassurance: children born with a single kidney, a condition known as unilateral renal agenesis (URA), can live healthy and active lives when provided with proper medical oversight, nutritional guidance, and supportive home and school environments. According to global epidemiological data, approximately 1 in 1,000 to 2,000 babies are born with a solitary kidney. A 2023 meta-analysis covering more than 15.6 million individuals found that renal agenesis occurs in 0.03 per cent of births, with unilateral cases accounting for the majority. In many children, the functioning kidney naturally enlarges, a process called compensatory hypertrophy, allowing it to perform the work of two kidneys effectively. "Parents often feel anxious when they learn their child has one kidney, but most of these children grow up without complications," said Dr Shandip Kumar Sinha, Director of Paediatric Surger

Mineral vs chemical sunscreens: Science shows differences are minimal

Most sunscreens contain just a handful of "active" ingredients: avobenzone, homosalate, octinoxate, octisalate, octocrylene, oxybenzone, or zinc oxide

What alcohol does to your body in your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond

As metabolism slows and disease risks rise with age, doctors explain how the same drink affects your brain, hormones, liver and long-term health very differently across decades

How routine eye checkups can reveal disease years before symptoms emerge

From heart health to neurological decline, the eye's tiny vessels and nerves can reveal silent disease changes long before patients notice anything is wrong

Why transitions overwhelm autistic kids and what experts say can help

From sensory overload to anxiety, transitions can overwhelm autistic children. Specialists share practical strategies parents can use to reduce stress and build confidence

How chronic sleep loss is damaging your weight, immunity and heart health

Doctors warn that chronic sleep deprivation disrupts hormones, weakens immunity, affects mood and fuels long-term heart strain - making poor sleep far more damaging than most people realise

Screens, carrots and cataracts: Experts bust common myths about eye health

From screen distance and spectacle numbers to cataracts, eye drops, and make-up, specialists bust the misconceptions that harm vision and delay treatment

Why all-day snacking instead of 3 proper meals a day may not be a good idea

A mix of lifestyle shifts, aggressive marketing and easy deliveries is driving India's move from traditional meals to round-the-clock snacking. But is it good for your health?

Should men freeze their sperm? Doctors explain the growing trend

From age-related decline to pollution, stress and medical treatments, experts explain why sperm freezing is becoming an increasingly sensible choice for modern men

Global HIV response in crisis due to severe funding collapse, warns UNAIDS

With HIV services shrinking across countries and prevention tools falling out of reach, UNAIDS says the world is at a critical juncture and must renew its commitment to end AIDS

Autoimmune illnesses spread quietly: Experts share early signs to watch for

A mix of genetics, polluted cities, stress and lifestyle shifts is fuelling a rise in autoimmune disorders. Doctors outline the warning signs and steps that help manage these conditions

Gen Z Indians healthier and better paid but smoking risks finances: Report

One in four Gen Z individuals smokes and one in 10 is a chain smoker, it says

Eating cheese weekly may lower dementia risk, finds new Japanese study

A new three-year study following thousands of older Japanese adults suggests that eating cheese at least once a week may slightly lower dementia risk, but more research is needed to confirm the link

How to protect your bones and joints this winter: Simple tips that help

From warming routines to smart nutrition, doctors share practical tips to keep your bones and joints healthy through the cold months

As anti-vaccine conferences rise, future of medicine seems to be in trouble

Vaccine decisions today go beyond personal risk-benefit - they carry cultural and political weight, often leading to judgement when outcomes don't go as expected

Delaying parenthood? Here's what to know about embryo freezing options

From who should consider it to how long embryos last, experts break down everything couples need to know about embryo freezing, a rising option for those planning pregnancy later in life

Spicy food may burn your mouth, but your brain still craves it. Here's why

Spicy food sets your mouth on fire and speeds up your heartbeat, yet people worldwide love it. A gastroenterologist explains why discomfort turns into pleasure, reward and craving