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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann hospitalised at Fortis Hospital in Mohali

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was hospitalised on Friday evening after his health condition did not improve, party sources said. Mann (51) was suffering from viral fever and some digestion-related issues for the past two days. He was taken to Fortis Hospital in Mohali after his condition did not improve by evening. A team of doctors is examining him at the hospital. Following news of his illness, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal visited Mann on Thursday to check on his health at his official residence. Kejriwal arrived in Punjab on Wednesday evening to assess the flood situation and was originally scheduled to visit the affected areas alongside the chief minister. However, in Mann's absence, Kejriwal proceeded to visit the flood-hit areas in Sultanpur Lodhi in Kapurthala district. A year ago, too, Mann, who was diagnosed with a bacterial infection, had been admitted to Fortis Mohali for a few days. Meanwhile, earlier in the day, the meeting of the Pu

Busting 5 Water Myths in 60 Seconds | Do You Really Need 8 Glasses a Day?

Think 8 glasses a day is a hydration rule? Think again. In this Fact-Check Friday, we bust 5 common myths about water, hydration, and detox.

Think anaemia is just about iron? Think again. | #FactCheckFriday #health #anaemia

Anaemia is one of India’s most misunderstood health issues. It’s not just about iron. It affects men too. And popping iron pills blindly? Could backfire.

Maharashtra govt forms committee to study impact of pigeons on human health

Amid controversy over the closure of 'kabutarkhanas' in Mumbai, the Maharashtra government has set up an expert committee to examine the impact of pigeons on human health as directed by the Bombay High Court. In response to three writ petitions, the high court had on August 13 asked the government to set up a committee to study health hazards associated with pigeons and the practice of feeding them in public places. The Urban Development Department on August 22 issued an order appointing a 13-member committee headed by Rajay Kan Devad, Director, Public Health Services, Pune. Its other members include representatives from the Bombay Natural History Society, Maharashtra Animal Welfare Board, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Nagpur, pulmonologists from Mumbai, microbiologists, and senior officials of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. The committee will study the impact of pigeon droppings on health, public feeding of the

At 51, Malaika Arora swears by ghee, home food and daily discipline

From workouts to wellness, Malaika Arora reveals how home food, ghee and discipline keep her energised and glowing even at 51

SMA, rare disease treatment add to Kerala health model success story

SMA is a rare, inherited genetic disease that affects the motor neurons in the spinal cord, causing progressive muscle weakness and wasting

44% of employees say longer work hours hurt health, balance: Report

The report further revealed that there is a strong desire for transparency and inclusion in decision-making

Can doctors take your organs if you’re in a coma? Organ donation myths busted

Think organ donation is risky? That your religion doesn’t allow it? Or that doctors won’t save you if you’re a registered donor? These are some of the biggest myths stopping people from saving lives.

15 ageing myths that could change how you see your future health | Health tips | Fitness

From fitness to brain health, a doctor debunks 15 of the most common myths about ageing — proving that the choices you make in your 20s and 30s can keep you thriving for decades.

Is your hair really falling out? 16 balding myths busted | Hair fall reasons | Hair growth solutions

From hats and shampoos to diet and DIY oils — there’s no shortage of “advice” on hair loss. But how much of it is actually true?

14 skincare myths that dermatologists want you to stop believing

From oily skin confusion to DIY skincare disasters, we bust 14 of the most viral skincare myths with expert insights from a top dermatologist.

Fact-Check Friday: 15 Period Myths You Still Believe (And Need to Unlearn!) | Menstruation

Can you really not exercise, wash your hair or swim during your period? Will eating mangoes or using tampons mess with your health?

Could a special vitamin D3 boost ease core autism symptoms in children?

A new study finds that nano-form vitamin D3 significantly improves language, behaviour, and social skills in children aged 3-6 diagnosed with autism

Why your jalebis and samosas are under scrutiny | Lifestyle diseases | Fat

India’s Health Ministry has sparked a national conversation by urging cafeterias and public institutions to display cigarette-style health warnings alongside popular snacks such as samosas and jalebis

Japan's 91-yr-old former Emperor Akihito hospitalised for heart treatment

Japan's 91-year-old former Emperor Akihito was hospitalised Monday to adjust his heart medication, palace officials said. Akihito was diagnosed in May with myocardial ischemia, an asymptomatic heart condition of reduced blood flow from the coronary arteries to the heart muscle. He has since been on medication to improve blood flow to his heart while avoiding excessive exercise and reducing liquid intake. Akihito abdicated in 2019, handing over the Chrysanthemum Throne to his son, current Emperor Naruhito and now holds the title of Emperor Emeritus. After two months on the medication, doctors found little improvement in Akinito's condition and decided to give him an additional treatment to alleviate the burden on his heart, the Imperial Household Agency said. Monday's hospitalisation was to carefully determine the right dose of the new medication to avoid side effects, while monitoring his heart by electrocardiogram and other examination, the IHA said. In 2012, Akihito underwent a

Could this tiny genetic mutation be making humans more prone to cancer?

A mutation in the immune protein FasL may make humans more vulnerable to solid tumours, but scientists say it could be fixed through combination immunotherapy

Can sunlight alone meet your vitamin D requirement? Study explains

Despite regular sun exposure, you may still lack enough vitamin D. Here's what experts suggest to meet your body's needs

'None of them are really doctors': Liver Doc takes on Vidit Gujrathi on X

Modern medicine Vs Ayurveda: new feud between Chess grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi and Dr Cyriac Abby Philips on Doctor's Day ignites controversy on X

Fact-check | Can Lemon Water Burn Fat? Experts Bust 15 Weight Loss Myths | Health with BS

Does lemon water really burn fat? Or is it just another wellness myth? ???? In this fact-check video, top health and nutrition experts bust 15 of the most common weight loss myths

Genomic testing sees sharp uptake in India, now growing beyond metros

With 18 per cent CAGR, India's genomic diagnostics market is expanding into Tier 2 and 3 cities as affordability, cancer screening, and personalised care fuel adoption