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Novo Nordisk drops price of its weight loss drug as competitor takes over the marketSubscriber Only

November 12, 2025 03:58 IST

The monthly sales of Mounjaro are almost ten-fold that of Wegovy.

Experts say the move could help menopausal women access safer, more effective hormone therapy.

Menopause breather as US FDA drops warning from hormone replacement (HRT) therapy: Gynaecologists decode if this is safeSubscriber Only

November 12, 2025 14:34 IST

Clinical trials have shown hormone replacement therapy is effective in slowing down bone loss, preventing fractures and cognitive decline, the risk of which is higher in women.

Young patient drank black coffee through the night, had heart palpitations: Why only a single cup of coffee daily is safeSubscriber Only

November 11, 2025 13:57 IST

Even a latest study, which shows that one cup can protect the heart, doesn’t advocate going overboard

The centres have so far worked well to establish preliminary national data for fungal infections.

Fungus infections rise in India: Will research and diagnosis be hit as dedicated labs now join a larger infectious diseases network?Subscriber Only

November 12, 2025 01:58 IST

ICMR, which had set up a fungal laboratory network, has now put it under a larger platform

Winter greens, Spinach, fat loss, weight loss

Weight loss in 12 weeks: How 42-year-old lost 9 kg with leafy greens like spinach and mustard greensSubscriber Only

November 10, 2025 15:20 IST

Winter greens have higher levels of compounds that fight cancer and reprogramme how your body stores fat

Drug combo reduces death risk for aggressive prostate cancer

When prostate cancer is aggressive: How 65-year-old recovers with combination drug therapy that reduces mortality risk by 40%Subscriber Only

November 10, 2025 14:54 IST

Trials show therapy is effective for high-risk, recurring cancer.

New pill cuts LDL cholesterol by 60 per cent, show trials: Cardiologists break down if it can reduce heart attacksSubscriber Only

November 10, 2025 09:04 IST

The pill blocks a liver protein that usually slows down the body’s ability to clear cholesterol. Right now, such a drug is administered as an injectable

The upward-facing snake pose involves lifting your body from a prone position by raising your back and lifting your head.

Worried about dementia? Here are exercise routines for a smarter brainSubscriber Only

November 8, 2025 12:32 IST

When we consciously and correctly stimulate the five lobes of our brain, we engage in preventive care

In the absence of a vaccine, injectable antibodies are currently being tested as a way to prevent HIV infection

HIV region-wise variations may affect antibody protection, may not work for differing strains: What are takeaways from new studySubscriber Only

November 8, 2025 10:56 IST

In the absence of a vaccine, injectable antibodies are currently being tested as a way to prevent HIV infection

Non-smoker lung cancer cases are rising: Doctor explains battle of young Ghaziabad womanSubscriber Only

November 7, 2025 18:17 IST

On National Cancer Awareness Day, know how early diagnosis is the only way to battle lung cancer in India’s polluted cities

150 minutes of exercise may not be enough to prevent heart attacks, says new study: Why men need twice as much exercise than women per week

November 7, 2025 14:51 IST

Heart benefits increase when women stretch the same routines per week by 50 per cent and men by 200 per cent

Despite calcium supplements, 45-year-old has hairline fracture after fall: Why he needed Vitamin D3Subscriber Only

November 7, 2025 08:40 IST

It is considered most effective at raising and maintaining overall vitamin D levels in the blood. That ensures calcium absorption

But even if you are not ready for marriage, get your eggs frozen early as doctors say.

Actor Shehnaaz Gill says egg freezing should be done early before marriage: A fertility expert explains the ideal age and how to prepare yourselfSubscriber Only

November 6, 2025 16:48 IST

Egg quality starts declining after 30, drops sharply after 35 and declines even faster after 38.

My patient pooped after every meal, had diarrhoea and pain for 5 years: Why doctors could not diagnose a common gut health problemSubscriber Only

November 6, 2025 13:41 IST

Sometimes inflammatory bowel disease doesn’t show up in blood and stool tests, can happen without fever and fatigue

Studies show a link between maternal exposure to air pollution and an increased risk of stillbirth, particularly during the third trimester.

Delhi air pollution impacts newborns: ‘Babies spend longer time in the nursery, need respiratory help,’ says doctorSubscriber Only

November 6, 2025 13:28 IST

Toxic particles can cross the placenta and interfere with the baby’s development process

Instead of traditional Indian preparations, we opted for continental-style options, such as grilled broccoli, sautéed bell peppers, and vegetable kebabs. (Credit: Pixabay)

Know your non-starchy vegetables: How a broccoli-stuffed chapati helped woman halt blood sugar spikeSubscriber Only

November 5, 2025 17:29 IST

Non-starchy vegetables are often the unsung heroes. They are low in carbohydrates, rich in fibre and packed with antioxidants

My patient had high blood sugar but slightly elevated BP. It impacted his kidneys: Why the diabetes-BP link mattersSubscriber Only

November 5, 2025 19:28 IST

Even a slight increase in creatinine levels can indicate that your kidneys are strained. The good news is, at this stage, it’s often reversible

A massage chair is a lot of things: quick, relaxing, even addictive. But it’s not a trained medical practitioner and has no idea of your medical history, your pain pattern and so on.

Is your massage chair worsening your back pain?Subscriber Only

November 5, 2025 17:26 IST

What feels heavenly for a few minutes might be quietly misaligning your spine, overstimulating your muscles, or even triggering long-term damage

PGI Chandigarh finds new bacteria that mimic whooping cough: Why early diagnosis is crucial for childrenSubscriber Only

November 5, 2025 07:12 IST

Go for vaccination; if infected, complete antibiotic dose, say researchers.

During deep sleep, your blood pressure and heart rate drop, which allows the heart to recover from the day’s stress.

On melatonin for sleep, 40-year-old woman passed out in my OPD with high BP and cholesterol: What did she miss?Subscriber Only

November 5, 2025 07:15 IST

No supplement can replace sleep hygiene protocols as a preventive heart health regime

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

Bengaluru entrepreneur controls blood sugar and heart disease risk, loses body weight too: How oral diabetes drug Rybelsus helped him take up exerciseSubscriber Only

November 4, 2025 17:33 IST

Addressing metabolic risk factors early with lifestyle change and GLP-1 therapy can reduce cardiovascular risks, says endocrinologist

Some food pairings work together inside our bodies in a way that makes them healthier and more effective than when eaten alone

Oats, curd & walnut: Why superfood combinations work better than when they are had aloneSubscriber Only

November 3, 2025 12:10 IST

Our everyday kitchen ingredients, when paired thoughtfully, can give us everything we need

US FDA approves first oral weight loss drug to prevent heart attacks, stroke: Doctors break down how Rybelsus works

US FDA approves first oral diabetes drug to prevent heart attacks, stroke: Doctors break down how Rybelsus worksSubscriber Only

November 2, 2025 17:25 IST

This makes it the first oral weight loss drug to be cleared for managing blood sugar as well as cardiac health.

What happens when you eat very late at night: A gastro explains link with sleepSubscriber Only

November 1, 2025 08:01 IST

Instead of using energy to repair and rejuvenate, your body diverts that energy to digest food

Why your neck feels stiff: Here are quick daily routines to relieve painSubscriber Only

November 1, 2025 07:42 IST

The neck becomes stiff when muscles, joints or nerves around the cervical spine lose their natural flexibility or alignment

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