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Will US tariffs hit the medical device industry in India? Here’s decoding the ripple effectSubscriber Only

April 6, 2025 08:43 IST

Pharma gets breather as Indian cos supply 47% of all generic medicines prescribed in the US

Can anti-ageing creams smoothen wrinkles overnight? Here’s how they workSubscriber Only

April 5, 2025 01:40 IST

Here’s understanding how skin regenerates and the ideal routine to follow

Morbid obesity, when the body weight itself poses a health threat as it increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, fatty liver and type 2 diabetes.

What’s morbid obesity? Here’s how a 45-year-old reversed itSubscriber Only

April 3, 2025 12:54 IST

Know how to track your body indices and triggers

Prostate cancer accounts for three per cent of all cancers in India, with an estimated 33,000-42,000 new cases diagnosed annually

Ignoring prostate cancer screenings can up risk of disease by 45 per cent, says study: Who is at risk, when to go for screening?Subscriber Only

April 3, 2025 08:40 IST

Prostate cancer accounts for three per cent of all cancers in India, with an estimated 33,000-42,000 new cases diagnosed annually.

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Is sticky cholesterol causing heart attacks? Eli Lilly’s experimental drug cuts risk factor by 94%Subscriber Only

April 2, 2025 16:25 IST

Even statins don’t work on risk factor called lipoprotein (a) that quickly clings to arteries and narrows them

How’s your brain affected by chewing gum? Study says microplastics hold the key

April 6, 2025 22:28 IST

Microplastics have the potential to trigger long-term inflammation

Microdosing refers to taking a medication in much smaller amounts than the prescribed or clinically recommended dose. Many have been doing this with Ozempic in the West.

Ozempic myths you should not fall for: Can having it for short-term lead to weight loss?Subscriber Only

April 5, 2025 12:57 IST

Here’s an answer to all the questions you have about using novel drugs

An hour’s screen use in bed increases risk of insomnia by 59%: Why new study calls for sleep hygiene resetSubscriber Only

April 1, 2025 15:00 IST

Social media use is no worse than any other form of screen time, say researchers

A study conducted by the Institute of Cardiology at Madras Medical College connected 188 smaller hospitals, which do not have catheter labs for angioplasty procedures, to 18 big hospitals in Tamil Nadu as part of a “hub and spoke” therapy model.

Doctors revive heart attack patients in remote TN pockets with a little help from WhatsApp: How a hub and spoke model worksSubscriber Only

April 1, 2025 12:15 IST

Local healthcare centre, connected to a bigger hospital through the chat platform, can administer clot-dissolving drugs suggested by cardiologists, buy time till surgery.

Swedish researchers have found that coffee from workplace coffee machines, which they tested at healthcare facilities, contain high levels of cafestol and kahweol, compounds known to raise LDL cholesterol that forms plaque in hearts, also known as bad cholesterol.

Is coffee from the office machine raising your LDL cholesterol? Here’s the safest way to drink the brewSubscriber Only

April 1, 2025 07:22 IST

Swedish researchers test machines, find plaque-forming compounds in insufficiently filtered coffee

The ideal dosage of amla for cholesterol management varies depending on the form in which it is consumed

Can amla bust LDL cholesterol? Here’s how much you should have dailySubscriber Only

April 1, 2025 06:00 IST

Eating fresh amla is the most effective way to get its full spectrum of nutrients

While Mounjaro has been shown to reduce weight loss by about 20 per cent in tests, studies have shown that those that discontinue after six months regain 14 per cent of their body weight.

Has Mounjaro cracked the weight loss code? Experts find answers to obesity epidemicSubscriber Only

March 31, 2025 08:09 IST

Mounjaro Weight Loss Drug: As the latest weight loss drug hits markets in India, can it be sustained long term?

Ozempic can help people with diabetes walk better despite poor blood flow to legs: Why Lancet study is significantSubscriber Only

March 30, 2025 13:23 IST

The study demonstrates the multiple protective powers of semaglutide.

Those suffering from this condition often rationalise their emotional response but the reasons behind them aren’t linear.

Understanding bipolar disorder: Here’s how a 32-year-old learnt to live with itSubscriber Only

March 30, 2025 13:46 IST

On World Bipolar Day, a psychiatrist shares how family can help in disease management

The prices of all essential drugs are fixed by the government’s National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA).

400 essential drug prices set to rise from April 1: Here’s all you need to knowSubscriber Only

March 28, 2025 16:05 IST

The drug list is curated by the government to include medicines most needed for healthcare priorities.

A diet rich in whole cereals and unprocessed plant-based foods can help lower inflammation, minimize flare-ups and even reduce the need for surgical intervention in cases of abscess, enlarged colon, fistula and bleeding.

Lancet study finds plant foods are best for gut health: What are takeaways for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?Subscriber Only

March 28, 2025 20:47 IST

Study makes another case for relying on a balanced diet and going back to traditional foods

Clinical trials at the Harvard Medical School, done in collaboration with PGI, Chandigarh, have shown that yoga and meditation can help you deal with insomnia or sleeplessness. (Source: Freepik)

Yoga better than a sleep pill for insomnia: What are takeaways from a Harvard study?Subscriber Only

April 11, 2025 13:16 IST

Simple routines can help you fall asleep faster

28-year-old dies of heart attack, mother blames caffeine in energy drinks and coffee: How much caffeine is a risk factor?

March 27, 2025 16:14 IST

A cardiologist explains what can happen and what it means for your cup of coffee.

Folic acid supplements during pregnancy: Do you really need them? Here’s busting an online mythSubscriber Only

March 30, 2025 13:52 IST

If you’re planning to conceive or are already pregnant, go by your doctor’s advisory

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Flu virus surge in cities: Can you get it twice in one season?Subscriber Only

March 27, 2025 14:27 IST

While complete protection against viruses is difficult, preventive hygiene is key

Low-dose ketamine infusions have shown promise in treating depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety under strict medical supervision. (Representational Photo)

Elon Musk uses ketamine for depression: How much is safe for mental health patientsSubscriber Only

March 28, 2025 21:54 IST

Here’s all you need to know about emergency use, dosage and drug dependence

Weight loss drug Mounjaro in India: Who needs it, how long should you have it and will weight come back?Subscriber Only

March 27, 2025 17:42 IST

Dr Anoop Misra, chairman, Fortis C-DOC for Diabetes and Allied Sciences, lays down the drug protocol

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Mamata Banerjee walks backwards in viral video from London: Why this routine works best for your brain and knees

March 25, 2025 19:03 IST

Older people can add a few metres of backward walking in their usual routine, says doctor.

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Breast cancer breakthrough: Tata Memorial research finds weak spot in aggressive cancer cells and an old drug to treat itSubscriber Only

March 28, 2025 20:53 IST

In India, triple-negative breast cancer has a high prevalence of 31 per cent

Although there is no causal relationship, sudden weight changes do have an association with impaired heart functioning.

Can rapid weight loss trigger a heart attack? A cardiologist explains what the body needs for a resetSubscriber Only

March 25, 2025 12:22 IST

While reducing obesity is a key factor for maintaining heart health, what’s the rulebook?

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