Health

A French surgeon used a Chinese-made robot to perform prostate cancer surgery on a patient in Morocco, 12,000 kilometres away. This intercontinental procedure has set a record as the longest remote surgery ever performed, with […]

Diseases of the heart have become the leading cause of death worldwide. Roughly around 17.9 million people lose their lives globally from cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), including coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, rheumatic heart disease and […]

Walnuts Walnuts are known for their high content of omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce swelling and discomfort associated with high uric acid levels. Inflammation in joints, especially, is a […]

As children are increasingly exposed to screens from a young age, a new study in rats suggests that long-term exposure to blue light emitted from devices like smartphones and tablets may lead to early puberty. […]

Fatty fishes for omega-3 Omega-3 fatty acids, which is packed with fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines, serve as essential for mood shifting and cognitive function. By supporting the normal functioning of neurotransmitters, omega-3 […]

Whenever we come across any statement on social media that may impact health, we ensure to always get it fact-checked by experts. We did so again, this time when we read that vitamin B12 supplements […]

There is a rising burden of cancer cases in India and globally mainly because of an increase in diagnoses and lifestyle choices. Dr Vinayak Maka, Head of Medical Oncology at Ramaiah Institute of Oncosciences, stressed […]

If you’re familiar with the world of wellness, you probably know that magnesium is a powerhouse mineral with benefits ranging from regulating blood pressure and supporting muscle and nerve function to improving sleep quality. But […]

Limit high-fat dairy foods in diet to ward off fatty liver disease risk

A form of vitamin B3 can protect skin cells from the effects of ultraviolet (UV) exposure which is the main risk factor for non-melanoma skin cancers, reveals new research. Researchers in Italy isolated cells (human […]

A higher consumption of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may help ward off a variety of cancers, finds a study of more than 2,50,000 people on Tuesday. Cancer has become a global health concern, especially […]

Everyone’s concerned about skin ageing, avoiding excess sun exposure and slathering expensive creams to prevent early ageing. But what about brain ageing? When the brain ages faster than usual, cognitive decline begins as well. And […]

The gut could be key to understanding longevity, according to a study that found a gut hormone in fruit flies could control lifespan, a result important to humans as both species have many similar genes […]

Listening to music may help patients recover from surgery through a lower heart rate, reduced anxiety levels, less opioid use and lower pain, according to researchers. A reduction in cortisol levels when listening to music […]

With age, eyesight starts to take a hit. However, a recent study explains how having a serving of pistachios on a daily basis can help improve vision and protect us from age-related vision problems. The […]

If you are trying to shed those extra kilos, you might want to read this: Nutritionist Alan Aragon says drinking two glasses of water before a meal can help you lose weight. During an episode […]

Vaccines are key to preventing infection and thus reducing the use of antibiotics, supporting worldwide efforts to tackle rising antimicrobial resistance (AMR), according to a new report by the World Health Organization (WHO). The report […]

The theme of World Mental Health Day emphasises the importance of “mental health at workplace”, as a healthy working environment can act as a protective factor for mental wellbeing, said Saima Wazed, WHO’s Regional Director […]

Ageing is a natural process, but it comes with various health challenges, including the deterioration of essential body systems. One key contributor to ageing-related diseases is the decline in “proteostasis,” or the body’s ability to […]