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Vaccines, weather, kadha: What really helps immunity and what doesn't

Experts weigh in on immunity myths involving kadha, vitamins, vaccines, stress, and weather to reveal what truly helps your body fight infections

Astronauts with diabetes may soon travel safely to space, finds study

Astronauts with diabetes may soon be able to undertake space missions safely, a study conducted during Shubhanshu Shukla's travel to the International Space Station has found. The Suite Ride experiment, conducted by UAE-based healthcare firm Burjeel Holdings during the Axiom-4 mission, found that everyday diabetes tools used by millions on Earth can be used comprehensively to provide end-to-end diabetes monitoring from space to ground and back to space. "This historic advancement opens the door to future astronauts with diabetes and provides new solutions in remote healthcare," a statement from Burjeel Holdings said. The results of the study were announced at the Burjeel Institute for Global Health, New York, in the presence of Shamsheer Vayalil, founder of Burjeel Holdings and Tejpaul Bhatia, CEO, Axiom Space. As per the research results, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), a wearable medical device tracking blood sugar levels in real time, and insulin pens can operate reliably in

Want to live longer? Harvard Health's 5 simple habits may change your life

From mindful living to toxin-free choices, Harvard Health experts outline five daily habits that can lower disease risk, improve well-being, and support long-term health

Katrina Kaif pregnant at 42. Can women safely have babies after 40?

From fertility options to pregnancy risks, Katrina Kaif's story highlights how science and self-care make motherhood in your 40s possible but not risk-free

Why office chairs and two-wheelers may be silently hurting your back

From slouching at your desk to scooter commutes, everyday habits may silently damage your spine. An orthopaedic expert shares what young professionals must watch out for

Eat the Mediterranean way, smile longer: New study links food, gum health

A new UK study links higher red meat intake and poor adherence to the Mediterranean diet with severe gum disease, spotlighting how dietary choices affect oral health

China's chemical nightmare: Woman dies after stepping on deadly acid

A 52-year-old in Hangzhou died after stepping on a discarded bottle of hydrofluoric acid, a corrosive chemical that triggered fatal multi-organ failure within days

The cancers killing poor aren't being studied. WHO flags global trial gaps

Published in Nature Medicine, the WHO review shows most clinical trials are concentrated in rich countries and ignore the deadliest cancers in low-income regions

Wife died hiding her pain: Viral post highlights mental health blind spots

After his pregnant wife died from undiagnosed pre-eclampsia, a grieving man's Reddit post is making the internet rethink what we call 'normal pain' and why speaking up can save lives

WHO & UNICEF warn billions still lack basic services in health facilities

A UN report on progress in universal access to water, sanitation, hygiene and health care facilities shows that billions of people still visit health care facilities that lack the basics services

This Indian discovery may replace brain surgery for neuro disorders

From boosting dopamine to reducing toxic proteins, a new Indian nanomaterial may help treat neurodegenerative diseases without surgery or invasive devices

Denmark to compensate its women, but forced birth control was global

From India's Emergency-era sterilisation drives to Peru's rural women, Denmark's apology for forced contraception highlights a troubling global history of reproductive abuse

Can yawning break your neck? This UK mum's freak injury says yes

A 36-year-old mother felt a jolt while yawning. What doctors found next shocked even her surgeons, revealing a rare but serious risk hiding in plain sight

Constant tummy trouble in children? It could signal autism, says new study

Long-term digestive distress in kids may be linked to autism spectrum disorder, highlighting the need for early screening and tailored care

Tired, bruising easily, bleeding gums? It could be vitamin C deficiency

Subtle symptoms like fatigue, slow wound healing and gum issues may signal low vitamin C. Doctors say testing and prevention are key to stronger immunity and health

Know your risk: How to stay safe from serious medicine side-effects

From skin rashes to seizures, here's how to spot adverse drug reactions early and protect yourself with timely medical action

WHO, EU dismiss Trump's claim that Tylenol in pregnancy causes autism

After Donald Trump claimed that Tylenol (paracetamol) use in pregnancy may cause autism, WHO and the European Medicines Agency stressed that the evidence is inconsistent and the drug remains safe

American woman shares 'crazy' hospital experience in India, compares to US

Kristen Fischer, who has been based in India since 2021, took to Instagram to recount how she injured her thumb and how she got it treated for just ₹50

Vitamin E deficiency is sneaky, here's how it silently harms you

From numbness and fatigue to immune risks and nerve damage, vitamin E deficiency is more common than we think - and easier to miss

Trump questioned Hep B birth dose. Indian doctors say it's essential

Trump suggested delaying the Hep B vaccine, but Indian experts say the birth dose is proven safe, essential, and the best defence against mother-to-child infection in the country