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Exposure to high levels of pollution is known to increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes and abnormal heart rhythms. (Representational Image)

Delhi pollution: Even a slight spike in PM2.5 can increase risk of heart attack by 2.5 per cent the very same day, shows AIIMS studySubscriber Only

November 22, 2024 14:37 IST

Not just lungs, research has evidence of how other organs are affected too

A new study suggests that sitting for 10.6 hours or more a day is significantly linked to future heart failure and cardiovascular death risk regardless of exercise. 

Sitting for 10-plus hours in a day? Find out why even exercise won’t work for your heart healthSubscriber Only

November 22, 2024 11:12 IST

Study shows how stubborn the side effects of sedentary behaviour are

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Are raw carrots, tomatoes better than when they are cooked?Subscriber Only

November 21, 2024 21:49 IST

Here’s busting an online myth about whether you should go for salads or soups

According to Global Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN 2020) reports, India accounts for nearly seven per cent of the global pancreatic cancer burden.

Why pancreatic cancer goes unnoticed: Here’s how you can control risk factorsSubscriber Only

November 22, 2024 08:06 IST

Its early symptoms are subtle and easily mistaken for everyday ailments   

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Is Delhi pollution causing a different kind of pneumonia? Here’s what you need to knowSubscriber Only

November 21, 2024 16:54 IST

This is a milder and atypical form of pneumonia that affects youngsters

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Is your blood sugar spike causing diabetes distress? Here are 6 coping strategiesSubscriber Only

November 24, 2024 07:50 IST

While much attention is given to the physical management of diabetes, the emotional and psychological impact is often overlooked

While wearing masks and using air purifiers are essential, your diet also plays a critical role in combating the harmful effects of pollutants.

Air pollution vs diet: What foods to eat to fight PM2.5, flush out toxins?Subscriber Only

November 20, 2024 16:51 IST

Include more foods that can act as a natural shield

144 countries have introduced the HPV vaccine and over 60 countries have now included testing in their cervical screening programmes

Can single-dose HPV vaccine prevent cervical cancer just as effectively? Decoding a new study by WHO cancer agencySubscriber Only

November 20, 2024 08:28 IST

As a best practice option in resource-scarce areas, this study could help meet prevention targets

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Musician Shekhar Ravjiani says he lost his voice: Can viral fever cause the vocal cord disorder he suffered from?Subscriber Only

November 20, 2024 16:23 IST

Left Vocal Cord Paresis is a condition where the left vocal cord has reduced movement or mobility

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Uncontrolled BP? AIIMS tests single combo pill which is five times more effective than current drugsSubscriber Only

November 19, 2024 14:19 IST

Study by AIIMS, Delhi and Imperial College, London, finds three double anti-hypertensive pill combinations to be effective

PM2.5 exposure is linked to an increased risk of hospitalization for cardiovascular conditions and strokes.

Why air pollution can trigger heart attacks: Know how PM2.5 can cause damageSubscriber Only

November 19, 2024 07:57 IST

Other risks could be of stroke, heart failure and irregular heart beats.

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Aamir Khan says he had joint therapy with daughter Ira: How can joint or family therapy help overcome mental health issues?Subscriber Only

November 18, 2024 22:53 IST

Many of us carry family issues that pattern our behaviour, impacting those whom we interact with.

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Delhi pollution: Why PM2.5 and PM10 affect children more than adults? Here’s how you can protect your kidSubscriber Only

November 18, 2024 22:26 IST

Pulmonologists share risk factors and advise how to prevent them

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How much jaggery is safe for you to have every day?Subscriber Only

November 18, 2024 08:24 IST

While jaggery has nutritional benefits, its primary component is still sugar, which raises concerns

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Yoga during pollution: Which pranayama can help you breathe better?Subscriber Only

November 16, 2024 22:50 IST

All of these can be done indoors in a controlled environment

Measles is a contagious viral infection that causes fever, cough, runny nose, skin blotches and sore throat.

Measles cases up in India: Are missed vaccines to blame?Subscriber Only

November 16, 2024 12:59 IST

India is second among 57 nations affected. The immunisation against infection remains stagnant, says report

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Trump picks Robert F Kennedy as Secretary for Health: What are his past views on public health and what he brings to the tableSubscriber Only

November 15, 2024 16:01 IST

Some of his unconventional views have raised concerns on public health

menopause

Why menopause can increase your blood sugar by 50%Subscriber Only

November 17, 2024 03:46 IST

The worse your symptoms, the higher your risk

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Can Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids reduce cancer risk?Subscriber Only

November 17, 2024 21:21 IST

We need to understand the link between inflammation and cancer

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Just 5 tbsp of rice, some weights, 7-hour sleep & no doomscrolling: Top diabetologists share fitness secretsSubscriber Only

November 15, 2024 07:17 IST

On World Diabetes Day, three specialists tell you how to walk the talk

the prevalence of diabetes in India in 2022 was 14.4 per cent (69 million) among women and 12.2 per cent for men (62 million) --- 131 million in total --- in the ICMR-INDIAB study.

Why Lancet study on diabetes is a red flag: A quarter of diabetics globally are IndiansSubscriber Only

November 14, 2024 10:50 IST

Report released on World Diabetes Day used fasting glucose level and HbA1c as parameters

obesity

Can Vitamin D deficiency lead to obesity?Subscriber Only

November 13, 2024 21:12 IST

There is a lot of confusion online. Here’s the truth

Fruits contain ‘fructose’ or fruit sugar, which quickly gets converted into glucose in the body. Hence, if too many fruits are taken, they can raise your blood sugar levels.

Can your blood sugar go up after having a fruit bowl in the morning?Subscriber Only

November 13, 2024 08:09 IST

There’s no need to deny yourself if you follow discipline and a certain formula

Critics claim that refined oils have high levels of Omega-6 fatty acids relative to Omega-3 fatty acids and the imbalance can increase inflammation in the body because Omega 6 breaks down faster into toxins on heating.

Are refined sunflower and soybean oils giving the Omega 3 and 6 you need?Subscriber Only

November 13, 2024 07:37 IST

As the debate on seed oils revives after the US elections, here’s separating fact from fiction

Adding even small amounts of physical activity, such as uphill walking or stair-climbing, to your daily routine could help you build exercise tempo and lower blood pressure

How brisk walk or climbing stairs for 5 minutes can lower your blood pressureSubscriber Only

November 12, 2024 07:29 IST

A new study says that even starting small can have cascading benefits on heart health

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