Health & Fitness

40 Per Cent Autopsied Hearts Show Severe Artery Blockage, Study Reveals Surge In Young Deaths

July 9, 2025 12:32

The rise in heart attack-related deaths is increasingly being linked to underlying, often undetected cardiovascular conditions. A post-mortem-based study conducted at BJ Medical College, Ahmedabad offers a stark insight: regardless of the officially recorded cause of death, 40 per cent of the deceased had significantly narrowed arteries, a condition caused by advanced atherosclerosis. This finding points to a […]

Studies Find ‘Sudden Deaths’ After Pandemic Not Linked To Covid Vaccines

July 2, 2025 12:29

Extensive studies conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) have conclusively established no linkage between coronavirus vaccines and sudden premature deaths among adults post Covid-19. The national studies have identified lifestyle and pre-existing conditions as key factors behind the deaths. In an official release on […]

COVID-19 Is Five Years Old But for ‘Long Haulers’, The Problems Are As Fresh As Ever

July 1, 2025 14:22

Pragya, in her late 20s, has shaved her head. Not because she wanted to, nor because she has the kind of chronic illness one would usually associate with baldness. Her fatigue was the cause – combing her hair every day took so much out of her that she didn’t feel like she could do it […]

New Research Links Obesity to Lower Survival Rates in Children with Cancer

January 13, 2025 20:01

Obesity at the time of cancer diagnosis in children may affect survival rates, according to a study released on Monday. The World Health Organization (WHO) reported that in 2022, over 390 million children and adolescents aged 5-19 years were overweight, including 160 million living with obesity. Obesity is known to increase the risk of several […]

Dance Your Way to Fitness: Discover the Best Zumba in Ahmedabad

January 10, 2025 18:55

Ahmedabad’s fitness enthusiasts are embracing a dynamic and fun way to stay in shape—Zumba. This globally popular workout combines dance and fitness, creating an energetic, calorie-burning experience that feels more like a party than exercise. With Zumba gaining traction in Ahmedabad’s gyms and fitness studios, it’s no surprise that residents are turning to this vibrant […]

Empty Stomach Walk Better For Weight Loss

August 29, 2024 17:47

Regular walking offers many potential health benefits, including weight loss. It is considered as one of the most effective ways to lose weight gradually and sustainably. Daily walks are also becoming popular among busy professionals as even shorts bursts of physical activity can bring great results for fitness levels. Several studies have established how walking can transform […]

Strengthening the immune system becomes critical at this point. But may multivitamins assist with monsoon illnesses?

Can Multivitamins Help Manage Monsoon Illnesses?

August 23, 2024 15:36

While managing monsoon illnesses can be challenging, incorporating a multivitamin like the A To Z Tablet into your routine may support overall health and immunity, potentially aiding in the body’s defence against seasonal infections. While the monsoon season provides a much-needed respite from the sweltering heat, it also comes with a range of illnesses that […]

Beware Of Your Obsession With Eating ‘Healthy’, It Can Lead To Orthorexia

August 21, 2024 12:06

Being health-conscious, and mindful of what you are eating is an amazing habit. However, if this habit converts into an obsession, it can become a problem, which is technically known as Orthorexia Nervosa, a condition in which one becomes addicted to eating only “healthy” foods. First named by Steven Bratman in 1997, orthorexia nervosa (ON) […]

One Of World’s Most Effective Weight Loss Drugs May Finally Make Way To India

July 15, 2024 15:04

Weight-loss drugs are in high demand across the world but most are so far not easily available in India. The development of various weight loss drugs has been a game changer for obesity treatment in the US and Europe and now, finally, roads have been cleared for their commercial availability in India. For the first time, […]

Knowing how to correctly treat wounds and lacerations at home is critical for avoiding infection and improving healing.

How to Treat Wounds and Lacerations?

June 27, 2024 11:16

Understanding how to properly treat wounds and lacerations at home is essential for preventing infection and promoting healing. Moreover, it is crucial to recognise when professional medical care is needed. A laceration is a wound that occurs when your skin, muscles, and/or tissues are torn or cut open. These injuries can vary in length, depth, […]

Yoga Is An Agent Of Global Good: PM Modi Says In Srinagar

June 21, 2024 10:27

Addressing the nation on International Yoga Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the world is looking at yoga as an agent of global good. The PM was scheduled to address the nations on the banks of the Dal Lake to celebrate the 10th International Yoga Day but due to rain the event was moved […]

Second Case Of Bird Flu In India After 2019: WHO

June 12, 2024 11:24

A four-year-old child in West Bengal contracted the H9N2 bird flu virus, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) on June 11. This incident marks the second known human infection of H9N2 bird flu in India, with the first case reported in 2019. The child was admitted to a local hospital’s pediatric intensive care unit […]

Avoid These 10 Breakfast Foods For Better Health

May 25, 2024 09:40

Breakfast is the first meal of the day and as such should be nutritious and give you the energy to remain active. In fact, what we eat for breakfast has a major impact on our health and sense of well-being. Here are 10 breakfast options to avoid to ensure good health: Sugary cereals: These are […]

Climbing Stairs Linked To Longevity And Heart Health: New Study

May 23, 2024 12:01

While you know that climbing stairs helps you stay fit by burning calories and strengthening muscles, a new study has revealed that it can actually prolong life. The review of nine studies looked at nearly five lakh people. Ages ranged from 35 to 84 and about 53% were women. The review found a link between […]

Why Not To Consume Oats On A Regular Basis

May 16, 2024 11:05

Oats has become a favourite breakfast option for many people due to its high nutritional value. Oats is rich in fibre, protein, and essential nutrients like manganese, phosphorus, and magnesium. Low in calories, oats contains beta-glucan which lowers cholesterol. The food is also a good source of complex carbohydrates which does not spike blood sugar […]

How To Brush Your Teeth The Right Way

May 15, 2024 10:42

This may seem a very simple matter. We all know that brushing our teeth twice a day is important. But not everyone is aware that brushing teeth the right way is crucial. Maintaining oral health is just as crucial as maintaining physical health. Poor oral health, like gum disease and tooth decay, can increase the […]

37,000 Medical Students Share Details Of Mental Health Issues

May 13, 2024 11:48

A very large number, 37,000 medical students have told the government’s medical education authority that they are suffering from potentially risky mental health ailments. This has sent alarm bells ringing in the National Medical Commission (NMC). The NMC had launched an online survey after finding that 130 medical students had taken their lives in the […]

Ayushman Centres Not Meeting Cancer Screening Needs: Report

May 10, 2024 17:18

The Ayushman Bharat Scheme upgraded primary health centres to Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs). These Ayushman centres were supposed to offer annual screening for those who were 30-plus for non-communicable diseases (NCDs) – hypertension, diabetes, and three of the most common cancers in India, oral, breast and cervical cancer. The Ayushman Bharat insurance […]

Combiflam can be a valuable tool for pain management, if used while adhering to the guidelines.

Guidelines for Safe Use, Dosage & Administration of Combiflam

April 25, 2024 15:08

Combiflam can be a valuable tool for pain management, if used while adhering to the guidelines. nd treating other issues when used responsibly and by the guidelines. Combiflam is a prescription medication available in the form of a tablet. Combiflam tablets contain two active ingredients: paracetamol and ibuprofen, both of which are used as pain […]

US Woman Is Second Person To Receive Pig Kidney Transplant

April 25, 2024 12:14

Lisa Pisano, 54, had run out of options. A combination of heart and kidney failure left the New Jersey woman too sick to qualify for a traditional transplant. Doctors at NYU Langone Health came up with an option. They decided to implant a mechanical pump to keep her heart beating and days later transplant a […]

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