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No smoking, no diabetes, yet man had plaque in his arteries: Which test sensed his heart attack risk in time?Subscriber Only

September 16, 2025 07:29 IST

Calcium score testing can pick up plaque in arteries, giving the patient a real picture of their heart risk

Dengue cases rising in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata: A dietician lays out a daily diet plan, what to eat and drink, what to avoidSubscriber Only

September 15, 2025 16:39 IST

Adequate hydration helps maintain electrolyte balance, regulates body temperature and supports platelet production.

When we pack tiffin for youngsters, we tend to rely on convenience foods, most of which trigger childhood obesity.

How 10-year-old became overweight with wrong school tiffin choices: Here are simple changes he made in dietSubscriber Only

September 15, 2025 16:12 IST

When we pack tiffin for youngsters, we tend to rely on convenience foods, most of which trigger childhood obesity

Semaglutide is an anti-diabetic and an anti-obesity medication used for long-term weight management.

Fighting the obesity challenge: Lancet study says higher doses of weight loss drugs can safely reduce body weight fasterSubscriber Only

September 16, 2025 06:53 IST

Most people are able to maintain less than 5% of the lost weight with diet and exercise alone. Still there is a need for better medications

How breast cancer survivor benefitted from exercise: ‘I felt like I was doing something good for myself, not just waiting for treatment to work’Subscriber Only

September 13, 2025 14:13 IST

Oncologists say exercise is becoming a key tool in cancer care as study shows its efficacy in breast cancer survivors

Why pickleball injuries are on the rise: Here’s how you can prep your body for a gameSubscriber Only

September 13, 2025 10:36 IST

Forty per cent players experience Achilles tears, ankle sprains, wrist and elbow pain

The letter argued that physiotherapists are not trained as medical doctors and, therefore, should not use the prefix ‘Dr,’ as it misleads patients and the general public, potentially leading to quackery.

Health ministry debates if physiotherapists should use the prefix of ‘Dr’: Why does the tag matter?Subscriber Only

September 12, 2025 18:17 IST

Physiotherapists in India use the prefix of ‘Dr’ and suffix of ‘PT’ as per resolutions by their association and syllabus

‘End-of-life patients deserve family, home and peace, not a ventilator and ICU’: Why Delhi needed a living will clinicSubscriber Only

September 13, 2025 14:07 IST

Doctors guide families to come together and decide on the kind of care a patient should receive when there is no hope of survival

The study tracked global progress to reduce deaths from chronic or ‘non-communicable’ diseases (NCDs) in 185 countries from 2010-2019.

Heart disease, diabetes spiked mortality risk among Indians between 2010 and 2019: Why Lancet study raises red flagsSubscriber Only

September 11, 2025 20:50 IST

UK-led study tracked global progress to reduce deaths from chronic or ‘non-communicable’ diseases (NCDs) in 185 countries

WHO adds blockbuster weight loss drugs to essential medicine list: Why this can broad-base therapies for obesity, cancerSubscriber Only

September 11, 2025 14:40 IST

This list is significant as it is used by countries as a basis to draw up their own lists

Daily fluctuations in blood sugars affect long-term control and increase the risk of diabetes complications in the eye, heart, kidney and feet.

My patient’s blood sugar rose despite drugs: Why skipping breakfast, snacking for lunch and heavy dinner can lead to sugar spikesSubscriber Only

September 11, 2025 11:53 IST

Regular meals help manage the balance between food intake and diabetes medications, prevent extreme cravings and stabilise insulin function.

Moringa, sweet potato, green banana or jackfruit? Which vegetable, fruit can get you 32g fibre everyday?Subscriber Only

September 8, 2025 13:59 IST

Bringing back recipes such as drumstick sambar, moringa leaf stir-fry, yam curry, bottle gourd dal is both nutritious and cultural

Wi-Fi is a radio signal sent from a wireless router to a nearby device, which translates the signal into data you can see and use.

Does Wi-Fi interfere with brain function and should it be ideally switched off at night? Neurologist clears the airSubscriber Only

September 8, 2025 07:02 IST

What matters most for brain health is a good sleep hygiene and keeping screens away leading up to bedtime

PGI study shows how microplastics can eat into good gut bacteria: How can you minimise their use?Subscriber Only

September 5, 2025 16:36 IST

The study suggests that microplastics are not just passing through but may be accumulating and interacting with our organs

This spelling bee is unique as it’s happening at the Athashri retirement community in the Whitefield area of Bengaluru.

How Bengaluru’s elderly are using spelling bee to keep dementia at bay: Neurologist explains why it’s a good brain workoutSubscriber Only

September 5, 2025 23:51 IST

It is a good brain workout which helps participants improve memory, attention span, thinking and problem-solving skills

These sweeteners are found in many diet sodas, sugar-free gums, low-calorie desserts and various processed foods intended to reduce sugar intake and manage blood glucose levels.

Artificial sweeteners can age the brain faster, by over 1.5 years if had frequently: What a new study means for daily useSubscriber Only

September 4, 2025 15:49 IST

Artificial sweeteners are found in many diet sodas, sugar-free gums, low-calorie desserts and various processed foods.

Can increased GST on cold drinks help curb obesity? An endocrinologist explainsSubscriber Only

September 4, 2025 14:27 IST

Consumption of aerated drinks is the quickest way to raise blood sugar

Is vitamin B12 deficiency raising your heart attack risk? Here’s why you need micronutrientsSubscriber Only

September 4, 2025 11:08 IST

When B12 levels are low, the body is unable to process an amino acid called homocysteine, excess levels of which lead to blood clots

Battling blood sugar since she was 5, Chandigarh teacher doesn’t need insulin or drugs anymore: How a dual pancreas-kidney transplant gave her new lifeSubscriber Only

September 4, 2025 13:49 IST

PGIMER Chandigarh has taken the lead in conducting the much-needed pancreas transplants that offer hope to people with Type 1 diabetes

As Europe bans gel nail polish, what should you be checking at your salon? Here’s a dermatologist guideSubscriber Only

September 3, 2025 15:57 IST

Many users report sensitivity after repeated use. UV exposure matters too

Rybelsus can reduce cardiovascular risks in patients by almost 14 per cent.

New BP pill a gamechanger, works when all others fail: Why UK clinical trial is hope for those with resistant hypertensionSubscriber Only

September 3, 2025 14:09 IST

Baxdrostat will enable clinicians to control BP better and lower heart health risk, says cardiologist (Prof) K Srinath Reddy

My patient’s blood sugar didn’t go down despite walking regularly: What was he missing in his fitness routine?Subscriber Only

September 3, 2025 21:13 IST

Walking burns calories but it primarily uses fat as a fuel source and does not significantly build muscle mass

WHO says over a billion people living with mental health conditions globally, 1 in 100 deaths is suicide: What are challenges in India?Subscriber Only

September 2, 2025 18:59 IST

Anxiety and depressive disorders are the most common mental disorders, says report

Dr Rocky Katheria (L), M Sudhakar Rao (R)

How Bengaluru cardiologists take care of their heart health despite stress: Six-month tests, BP checks, fasting and digital detoxSubscriber Only

September 2, 2025 19:41 IST

Two interventional cardiologists, both 37, share the secrets that help them keep risk factors away

Based on the analysis, the researchers also estimated that a total of 15.6 lakh cancer cases and 8.74 lakh deaths occurred across the country in 2024.

Higher rate of cancer among women; oral cancer most common among men: How India’s 4-year cancer registry maps incidenceSubscriber Only

September 2, 2025 10:07 IST

The geographical spread underscores the need to have a national as well as state-level plans in place with related medical infrastructure and human resources

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