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Tuberculosis dethrones COVID-19 as world’s top infectious killer again; Half of all new cases from India, Indonesia

According to the latest World Health Organization (WHO) report, approximately 8.2 million people we…

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Stroke cases increasing globally, air pollution, high temperatures driving numbers, notes Lancet Study

Globally, the number of people experiencing a stroke for the first time rose to 119 lakh in 2021 --…

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Oscar-winning director Steve McQueen speaks out on prostate cancer diagnosis and recovery journey

Acclaimed director Steve McQueen has revealed that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer two years …

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“Sugar early in life is the new tobacco”: Scientists urge food companies to reformulate baby foods and tax sugary options

Research on individuals born in the 1950s UK revealed that those exposed to lower sugar levels duri…

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Supercentenarians who live past 110 have 9 things in common, according to a scientist who studies them

An expert in supercentenarians who live past 110 shared the traits she's noticed in the world's old…

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Air Quality Alert: Nearly 30% of asthma cases tied to fine particulate matter exposure from bad air

Long-term exposure to PM2.5 pollution is responsible for almost 30% of asthma cases globally, a stu…

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Is it time we stopped taking over-the-counter fish oil supplements?

Fish oil supplements do seem to be helpful to a certain extent and their role in protecting against…

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10 Food habits and diet changes to prevent heart diseases

Maintaining a healthy heart is essential for overall well-being. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) rem…

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More transmissible, higher fatality rate: India records first case of fast-spreading Mpox strain Clade 1B in Kerala man

While Mpox has appeared in India before, all prior cases were linked to the less deadly Clade II st…

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Mpox outbreak in Africa was neglected - it could now turn into the next global pandemic

Mpox's recent history is yet another reminder that an infectious disease in one corner of the world…

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Dengue fine? Here's what you must do to avoid government penalty as Karnataka declares dengue an epidemic

Karnataka has declared dengue a state-wide epidemic, enforcing stringent regulations to eliminate m…

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Ahead of World Health Day, experts reiterate importance of govt's One Health approach in preventing future zoonotic outbreaks

The government's focus on the 'One Health' approach, recognising the interconnection between human,…

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Fats in blood, with inflammation, could better predict heart disease risk in women, study finds

For the study, the researchers analysed blood samples and medical information from 27,939 healthcar…

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Sleep in this weekend — it may help you live longer and avoid heart disease

It's healthy to sleep in on the weekends to catch up, science shows. Good sleep is key for fitness,…

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Mpox has finally infiltrated India, but how worried should we be about the viral disease?

Days after our neighbour Pakistan confirmed its second Mpox case this month, India has also reporte…

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CCDC study reveals multi-pronged diabetes care improves patient outcomes in India, Pakistan

​The study, published in the prestigious journal PLOS Medicine, highlights the sustained impact of …

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10 Simple dietary changes to prevent heart disease

Heart disease is a leading cause of mortality globally, but adopting a heart-healthy diet can signi…

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Cancers in head and neck rising, account for 26% cases in India: Study

Cancer Mukt Bharat Foundation, a Delhi-based non-profit organisation, conducted the study by co…

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Rising obesity a concern, preventive measures must be taken for healthier lifestyle: Eco Survey

"Obesity is emerging as a serious concern among India's adult population," said the Survey, whi…

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Eli Lilly's weight-loss drug may prevent diabetes — but there's 1 unanswered question

People with pre-diabetes who took Zepbound or Mounjaro were 94% less likely to develop the disease,…

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