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Rising liver ailments raise concern, experts stress diet for wellness

Amid a spike in fatty liver disease, hepatitis and cirrhosis across all age groups, experts have raised concerns over the consumption of sugary and processed foods, stressing that diet plays a direct role in liver health and overall wellness. Besides satisfying hunger, wholesome food also has the power to heal, restore and protect, they said. Currently, youngsters aged 23-30 are getting diagnosed with fatty liver due to constant consumption of sugary, fatty, junk, canned and processed foods," Greeneagles Hospital director ((HPB surgery, pancreas, intestine and liver transplant) Dr Anurag Shrimal said. "It is, therefore, imperative that individuals begin to pay close attention to their eating habits. What we eat plays a direct role in how well our liver functions, he said in a statement on Saturday. Symptoms such as fatigue, jaundice, swelling and abdominal pain often go unnoticed, he stated. Hence, conditions like fatty liver, hepatitis and cirrhosis are on the rise in people of a

Amit Shah unveils 'HEALD' initiative to combat liver diseases across India

The initiative is grounded in the principle that behind every failed liver lies a missed opportunity -- and HEALD seeks to ensure no such opportunity is lost again

World Liver Day 2025: Why liver damage is not just about alcohol anymore

World Liver Day 2025 highlights a rise in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in India. Experts explain how diet, exercise, and routine tests can prevent liver damage-even without alcohol use

Hope after chemo: Lymph node removal may boost ovarian cancer survival

A recent study by Aiims, Delhi suggests that removing lymph nodes after chemotherapy may significantly improve survival rates among ovarian cancer patients

Delhi govt directs 110 hospitals to implement Ayushman Bharat scheme

The state government is also offering a Rs 5 lakh top-up over and above the central government's scheme, taking the total cover available to beneficiaries to Rs 10 lakh

Healthy life: Fixing food habits cut liver disease risk by 50%, say experts

Amid a rise in liver diseases among both urban and rural populations, doctors on Friday emphasised the critical link between dietary habits and liver health. On the eve of World Liver Day, medical experts are sending the message of "Food is Medicine", saying healthy changes today can cut the risk of liver disease by 50 per cent. Liver Transplantation Society of India president Dr Sanjiv Saigal said, "Damage done to the liver from poor dietary choices, alcohol, processed food and sedentary lifestyles can be reversed if we take action today." The liver has a remarkable ability to heal itself and even years of damage can be reversed with the right lifestyle changes, he added. A diet rich in fresh fruits, green vegetables, whole grains and lean protein not only prevents liver disease but also supports liver regeneration. "As doctors, we witness miracles when patients switch to cleaner diets -- liver enzyme levels improve, energy levels bounce back and long-term health outcomes become

Aiims Delhi among world's top 100 hospitals; who ranked number 1?

Newsweek and Statista in their World's Best Hospitals report evaluated over 2,400 hospitals across 30 countries. Aiims, New Delhi ranked the 97th best hospital in the world, up 25 ranks from past year

Govt restricts sale of anti-cold drug combination for children under 4 yrs

The FDC is also effective in treating symptoms like watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing and other discomforts

Dolo-650 is India's favourite popping pill. But how much is too much?

Dolo-650, a paracetamol-based tablet manufactured by Micro Labs, has emerged as a household name in India, particularly after the onset of Covid-19. But, how much of this fever pill is safe for you?

China develops AI wearable that helps blind users navigate independently

The smart system uses a camera, haptic sensors, and audio prompts to help blind and visually impaired users move confidently in real time without assistance

Underinsured? 75% in India have health policies below Rs 10 lakh cover

The issue is most pronounced in South India, where 66% of policyholders have coverage of Rs 5 lakh or less.

New blood test from Aiims detects cervical cancer earlier, cheaper: Details

The ₹2,500 test detects HPV DNA in blood, offering early relapse warnings, simpler follow-ups, and a cost-effective alternative to scans and biopsies

'Eradicated' measles returns to the US. How safe are we in India right now?

With measles resurging in the US, Indian experts say there is no cause for panic yet but underline the need for high vaccine coverage and public awareness

Policy push needed to boost breast cancer screening among women: Experts

With a study showing that only 1.3 per cent of Indian women aged 45 and above undergo screening for breast cancer, experts have called for immediate policy interventions, awareness campaigns and infrastructural advancements to encourage more women to opt for testing. A study published in the BMC Public Health indicate that India's breast cancer screening rates are among the lowest globally. While countries like the US and several European nations boast of screening rates above 80 per cent, India lags even behind some African nations, where 4.5 per cent of women undergo mammograms. Kerala leads with the highest screening rate in India at 4.5 per cent, followed by Karnataka (2.9 per cent) and Maharashtra (2.05 per cent), while Delhi records a shockingly low rate of less than 1 per cent. Experts attributed these abysmal statistics to multiple factors, including lack of awareness, social stigma, poor accessibility, and widespread misconceptions about mammography. Many women in India a

New study finds no evidence technology causes 'digital dementia' in elderly

In fact, it has been found that the use of computers, smartphones and the internet among people over 50 might actually be associated with lower rates of cognitive decline

Why Mounjaro's India entry has doctors and patients picking up the phone

With obesity on the rise, Eli Lilly's weight-loss injection triggers a rush of consultations as Indians seek safer, cheaper options to black-market drugs

Meet 14-yr-old Indian-origin teen whose app detects heart disease in 7 secs

Dallas-based Siddharth Nandyala's app 'Circadian AI' detects heart ailments in seven seconds, boasting over 96 per cent accuracy across US and Indian patient trials

Ayushman Bharat: Key health conditions not covered under ₹5 lakh insurance

Ayushman Bharat (AB-PMJAY) excludes OPD care, dental work, IVF, and cosmetic surgery from its ₹5 lakh health insurance cover - here's the full list of uncovered conditions

DRL trims workforce costs by 25% amid Revlimid-linked margin strain

There are 21,757 permanent employees on company rolls as on March 31, 2024; cost optimisation to offset margin pressure due to declining Revlimid sales

38% rise in notified TB cases in children aged 14 or below in 5 years

Experts indicate Covid effect, malnutrition, rise in drug-resistant TB as major factors