Page 39 - Health

Dry eye disease is on the rise; know causes, symptoms, treatment, and more

DED is a developing medical issue and stands out amongst the top reasons for patients seeking eye care

Can what we eat affect how we feel?

Most Americans are overfed in calories yet starved of the vital array of micronutrients that our brains need

Indians in white-collar jobs more prone to obesity, chronic health risks

The average BMI of men in white-collar jobs was 1.17 kg/m2 higher than those in blue-collar occupations

Smaller nations are the world's healthiest, Canada tops list

The top 10 in Global Wellness Index includes large nations such as the Philippines and South Korea, but also finds room for Oman, Iceland, Maldives, Netherlands and Singapore

Treatment that 'comes close' to immortality still a dream, at least for now

'We're concerned that some patients are being preyed upon by unscrupulous actors touting treatments of plasma from young donors as cures and remedies,' the FDA said

Being kind to yourself has mental and physical benefits, says study

Previous studies have shown that this threat response damages the immune system

Scientists reveal ideal diet that can prevent 11 million deaths each year

Feeding a growing population of 10 billion people by 2050 with a healthy, sustainable diet will be impossible without transforming eating habits

Are you a morning lark or night owl? Here's how your body clock works

Genetics can determine your body clock type, but it's also largely influenced by schedule and lifestyle

Walk more, sit less: Sitting for too long could increase your risk of dying

In the study, a hip-mounted accelerometer - a device that measures the magnitude of accelerations - was used to measure physical activity

Blue light exposure may reduce risk of developing cardiovascular disease

The reduction of blood pressure from blue light is similar to what is seen in clinical trials with blood pressure lowering drugs

Delhi govt sanctions Rs 1.58 bn to remodel 94 dispensaries into polyclinics

At present, around 30 polyclinics are operational in the national capital and the government has set a target of 150 such polyclinics in the city

Probiotics may be good for your bones

Researchers studied 90 women, 75 to 80 years old, all generally healthy but with low bone mineral density

Take a brisk walk to remain healthy, just about 100 steps a minute

Current exercise guidelines almost always state that we should walk at a brisk pace rather than stroll leisurely

Can a bar of soap transmit infection?

Occasional studies since then have documented the presence of environmental bacteria on bar soap, but none have shown bar soap to be a source of infection

Normalisation of 'plus-size' may undermine the efforts to tackle obesity

Analysis of data from almost 23,460 people who are overweight or obese revealed that weight misperception has increased in England

How to safeguard your spinal cord from injury. Tips from an expert

Fit & Proper: Your weekly health guide

Lack of sleep in teens tied to factors that underlie heart ailments: Report

Parents need to teach children to make sleep a priority and help them develop a good bedtime routine

Strength of a man's grip may predict marriage prospects

Grip strength is particularly important for older adults, and has implications for a host of health risks

India facing possible mental health epidemic, warns President Kovind

India does not simply have a mental health challenge, he said

Your beauty parlour could be giving you Hepatitis, even HIV!

A simple fish pedicure could spread deadly infections and diseases: Study