Health & Sanitation
In weight management and overall health, individuals typically prioritize food choices but often neglect the calories consumed through beverages. These liquid calories can influence metabolism in substantial ways. Drinks such as fruit juices, smoothies, protein shakes,...
The rising popularity of weight-loss drugs, particularly GLP-1 medications, has prompted India's drug regulatory authorities to take action. Recent raids conducted in various parts of the country have highlighted how easily these prescription-only drugs are reaching...
Growing Obesity Crisis in India: One in Four Indians Overweight, Experts Warn
India is currently grappling with a significant obesity crisis, with statistics indicating that one in four Indians is classified as overweight. This troubling trend...
India’s Ongoing Battle with Tuberculosis: Progress Amidst Challenges
India continues to face significant challenges in its battle against tuberculosis (TB), accounting for approximately 25% of the world's TB cases while many infections...
Tired But Wired: Understanding Why Exhaustion Doesn’t Ensure Sleep
After a long day at work, many individuals find themselves exhausted as they settle into bed, yet paradoxically, they struggle to fall asleep. This...
What is PP405? Dermatologists Raise Safety Concerns Over Viral Hair Loss Treatment
A new hair restoration treatment, known as PP405, is attracting significant attention on social media platforms like Instagram, where videos are viralizing it as...
Benefits of Including Peanut Butter and Banana in Your Diet
Peanut butter and banana form a popular duo in the realm of nutritious and satisfying meals. This combination not only tantalizes the taste buds...
Union Health Minister JP Nadda Commemorates World TB Day 2026, Reiterates Commitment to TB Elimination
On March 24, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda marked World TB Day 2026 during a national event in Greater...
India’s First Passive Euthanasia Case: Harish Rana Dies After 13-Year Coma
The 32-year-old Harish Rana, who was granted passive euthanasia—a landmark judgment in India's legal and medical history—passed away on Tuesday at AIIMS-Delhi following the...
Global Dengue Surge Linked to Rising Temperatures: WMO Report
According to the new State of Global Climate 2025 report released by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the years from 2015 to 2025 are...
Decline in TB Cases in India, But Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis Remains a Major Challenge
Recent statistics indicate that while the overall incidence of tuberculosis (TB) in India has seen a reduction, the prevalence of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) continues...
Diet Choices in Your 40s May Influence Future Brain Function
In a finding published in JAMA Neurology, a substantial study encompassing over 150,000 adults suggests that dietary habits during middle age can significantly impact...
Regulator Inspects 49 Entities Amid Unauthorized Weight Loss Drug Sales
The national drug regulatory authority has heightened its monitoring of the distribution channels for GLP-1-based weight loss medications. This initiative comes in response to...
What Is the Right Time for Laser Cataract Surgery
Cataracts progress gradually, often without immediate disruption to daily life. Patients who delay their treatment face greater difficulties which lead to worse health outcomes....