Health

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 […]

Consuming an egg every day is safe and good for your heart, and it will not increase your blood cholesterol levels, said experts noting that the fear is unwarranted. Given the rise in cholesterol and […]

The way we place our hands when we get our blood pressure checked is crucial in determining the accurate results – a recent study led by Dr. Tammy Brady, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine […]

If exercise helps build strength and flexibility, it is one’s diet and nutrition intake that builds health and energy. While there are different types of diets that may help one achieve the desired results, many […]

US doctors are warning about the rise of another form of cancer in young people: breast cancer. The American Cancer Society (ACS) has just released its Breast Cancer Statistics 2024, highlighting breast cancer occurrence and […]

Consuming moderate amounts of coffee and caffeine regularly may offer a protective effect against developing multiple cardiometabolic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and stroke, according to new research published in the Endocrine […]

Triptan class of drugs are more effective in treating migraine headaches, compared to newer and more expensive drugs, an analysis of nearly 140 clinical trials, involving about 90,000 participants, has suggested. The analysis, published in […]

The widespread use of earphones and headphones, especially among younger generations, is becoming a serious public health concern. With many young individuals frequently exposed to loud music for extended periods, the risk of developing noise-induced […]

About a third of children and teens around the world are short-sighted, with cases estimated to touch 74 crore by 2050, according to a study that analysed available evidence. Short-sightedness, or myopia, is a common […]

A team of researchers, led by one of Indian origin, has developed a novel artificial intelligence (AI) based system that can help reduce the risk of unexpected deaths by identifying hospitalized patients at high risk […]

Usually for people looking to build muscle mass, such as athletes, body builders and individuals, health experts recommend a high-protein diet. The diet usually consists of animal-based foods such as meat, eggs, and milk – […]

For decades, some women have endured an enormous amount of unnecessary suffering around menopause. There have been countless stories of healthcare professionals failing women, for instance through dismissing menopausal symptoms and failing to provide adequate […]

Amid the global outbreak of mpox, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report suggests that, unlike Covid-19, the mpox virus (earlier known as monkeypox), doesn’t easily spread through the air. Mpox, which […]

Night owls — a person who is habitually active or wakeful at night — tend to have a higher body mass index (BMI), larger waists, and more hidden body fat and thus are almost 50 […]

Taking serious note of Mumbai-based Entod Pharmaceuticals’ claims that it can help reduce dependency on reading glasses for those suffering from presbyopia, the Drugs Controller General of India has suspended the permission granted to manufacture […]

Running is undoubtedly a fantastic way to achieve your fitness goals, embraced by millions for its numerous benefits. It’s one of the simplest forms of exercise, accessible to people of all ages. But did you […]

US researchers have announced a new wearable, long-term continuous heart monitor that is likely to identify more cases of irregular heart rhythm—also known as atrial fibrillation linked to the risk of stroke and heart failure—compared […]