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This common vaccine may be linked to slower biological ageing in the elderly

New US research links the shingles vaccine to lower inflammation and slower biological ageing in later life, suggesting adult vaccination may support healthier ageing beyond infection prevention

New Google AI tool can study DNA changes and predict disease risk

Google DeepMind's AlphaGenome can analyse long stretches of DNA to predict how hidden genetic changes affect gene regulation, offering new clues to cancer, heart disease and mental illness

Does pollution kill Indians? Inside the government's air death divide

One ministry says there's no proof air pollution kills Indians, another pegs the toll at 1.24 million deaths a year; as Delhi-NCR's air turns hazardous again, the contradiction is back in focus

From Nimhans 2.0 to biopharma, Budget 2026 reshapes health priorities

Budget 2026 puts mental health, biopharma manufacturing and medical skilling at the centre, with Nimhans 2.0 and drug affordability shaping a broader healthcare realignment

Budget 2026: Biopharma Shakti plan aims to make India a biologics hub

Union Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveils Biopharma Shakti, a ₹10,000 crore, five-year plan to boost domestic biologics, biosimilars, clinical trials and regulatory capacity

What are the hidden dangers of supplement overuse without medical guidance?

Unsupervised supplement use is rising, with experts flagging risks ranging from nutrient toxicity to delayed diagnosis of underlying health conditions

WHO assesses Nipah cases in India, flags low risk of global spread

The global health agency says there is no evidence of wider transmission and advises against travel restrictions, while monitoring continues

Chinese Covid-19 drug shows promise against Nipah virus in early study

Researchers say an oral antiviral developed for Covid-19 showed promising results against the Nipah virus in laboratory and animal studies, offering a potential lead as India monitors confirmed cases

Obesity close to home: 3 in 4 Indians know someone living with obesity

A nationwide LocalCircles survey shows obesity is no longer an individual issue, with most Indians reporting obese family members or friends, underscoring India's growing public health challenge

Food allergies in children are rising: What parents need to watch for

Growing cases of food allergies in children are worrying parents as doctors warn that early recognition of symptoms, timely diagnosis and correct feeding practices can reduce serious health risks and

Beer, calcium, and clear urine: Experts bust common kidney stone myths

From hydration and diet to home remedies and surgery fears, specialists unpack the misconceptions that worsen kidney stone risk and delay care

Trauma bonding decoded: Why some harmful relationships feel impossible to leave

Trauma bonding explains how unresolved emotional wounds, brain chemistry and fear-based attachment can trap people in harmful relationships that feel addictive and difficult to escape

Moringa-based sanitary pads may reduce risk of infections, say doctors

Prominent gynaecologists and health specialists are endorsing moringa-based sanitary pads as a natural, skin-friendly option to help reduce the risk of urinary tract infections, bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections during menstruation, conditions that contribute significantly to women's health burden worldwide. Moringa, often dubbed the "miracle tree" in traditional medicine, is known for its wide spectrum of bioactive compounds. Modern scientific studies have begun to confirm many of its health benefits, including antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects that are relevant to intimate hygiene and menstrual care. "A sanitary pad's top-sheet contacts sensitive intimate skin for several days each month," said Dr Richa Singhal, senior consultant, obstetrics and gynaecology, at Cloud Nine Hospital in Delhi's Patparganj. Incorporating moringa into pad materials can help minimise irritation and microbial overgrowth that lead to urinary tract infections (UTIs) and ...

What we get wrong about trans-fats: Cardiologist busts 10 dangerous myths

From "zero trans-fat" labels and home cooking assumptions to cholesterol myths, a cardiologist explains why these fats remain a silent but serious threat to heart health

Could bamboo shoots be the world's next superfood? New study says yes

Scientists say edible bamboo shoots offer key nutrients, metabolic benefits and anti-inflammatory properties, while having a far lower environmental footprint than many conventional food crops

India's obesity crisis is now an economic threat, warns Economic Survey

Economic Survey 2025-26 flags rising obesity and ultra-processed food intake as risks to productivity, healthcare spending and public finances, calling for policy action beyond consumer awareness

Spanish researchers report major pancreatic cancer breakthrough in mice

Scientists in Spain have reported a promising pancreatic cancer breakthrough in mice, where a triple-drug therapy eliminated tumours by targeting the KRAS pathway, one of deadliest cancer mechanisms