Search results for
-
May 26, 2026
Want to delay dementia, heart disease and cancer? Your fitness in midlife may matter
Researchers say maintaining stronger aerobic fitness in midlife may be a key factor in extending both lifespan and the number of years lived in good health
-
May 24, 2026
Can your morning coffee protect your brain and body from ageing?
A growing body of research is now shedding light on why regular coffee drinkers often appear to live longer and healthier lives
-
May 23, 2026
How a new depression therapy shifts focus from pain to pleasure
A neuroscience-backed therapy aims to restore joy, not just reduce suffering in depression patients
-
May 18, 2026
Breakthrough drug target may help regrow cartilage, ease osteoarthritis pain
Researchers identify age-linked enzyme tied to cartilage loss in osteoarthritis
-
April 22, 2026
Genes may shape half of human lifespan: New study challenges long-held beliefs
Study finds genes may determine up to 50 per cent of human lifespan
-
April 08, 2026
Micronutrient supplements may help reduce irritability in teenagers, new study suggests
Eight-week trial suggests vitamins and minerals may improve mood regulation in adolescents
-
April 03, 2026
One-third of adults fail to meet WHO exercise guidelines, researchers warn
Physical inactivity is a global health crisis, driving millions of deaths each year
-
March 31, 2026
Should you exercise during pregnancy? Here’s what research shows
A large Japanese cohort study suggests that exercise before and during pregnancy may support early brain development, especially improving infants’ motor skills
-
March 30, 2026
Healthy diet in midlife linked to better brain function later: Study
Experts highlight the DASH diet and nutrient-rich foods as key strategies for long-term brain health
-
March 19, 2026
Can AI identify you from medical images? Study raises privacy concerns
AI promises faster diagnosis but raises new questions about how patient data is protected
-
March 17, 2026
Conflict-driven outbreaks top six global health threats for 2026: Gavi insight paper
From cholera surges to Disease X fears, a new report maps the pressures straining fragile health systems worldwide
-
March 06, 2026
How owning a dog could boost your heart and brain health
Studies link dog ownership to lower risk of death, better heart health, and slower cognitive decline as India’s pet culture grows
-
March 05, 2026
Cancer breakthrough: New immune therapy destroys tumours without wrecking the immune system
The breakthrough treatment could lead to safer cancer therapies and may also help treat autoimmune diseases like lupus
-
February 19, 2026
Is intermittent fasting overhyped? Study says it makes 'little to no difference'
A major review finds that intermittent fasting may offer little to no additional weight-loss benefit compared to traditional calorie-controlled diets
-
January 18, 2026
Explained: Are monkey bites a public health emergency in India?
India lacks a national framework to manage urban monkey populations, even as experts stress that monkey bites are medical emergencies, not minor injuries
-
January 02, 2026
Flu vaccines don’t work? Experts push back hard on Dr Oz’s viral remarks
Seasonal flu vaccines consistently reduce the risk of severe illness, hospitalisation, intensive care admission, organ failure, and death, even in seasons when the vaccine is not a perfect match for circulating strains
-
December 29, 2025
FACT CHECK: Can rabies REALLY spread through infected cow's milk?
Panic over rabies spreading through milk has resurfaced after incidents involving milk from suspected rabid cattle. Here's what you need to know
-
December 24, 2025
FACT CHECK: Can ayurveda really cure cancer? What science actually says
While Ayurvedic practices may support wellbeing, can they replace proven treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation? Read more to know
-
December 19, 2025
Switching to jaggery for health? Here’s what science really says
Jaggery does contain small amounts of minerals such as iron, magnesium and potassium and is less processed than white sugar, but these nutrients are negligible in typical serving sizes
-
December 07, 2025
Australia issues mental health alert on weight-loss drugs as WHO sets new guidelines
Australia’s TGA has issued updated safety warnings for GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro, highlighting mental-health risks and reduced contraceptive effectiveness with tirzepatide
-
December 05, 2025
Air purifiers can clean the air—but some may also harm you, studies warn
Could running an air purifier nonstop be harmful? Might it over-clean the air, dry it out, or create new problems? Here's what you need to know
-
November 27, 2025
Fact check: Does your blood thicken in the cold, causing heart attacks?
Experts agree that cold weather can raise blood pressure and strain the heart through vasoconstriction, particularly in people with existing heart conditions, but they note that claims of blood 'thickening' to dangerous levels are overstated
-
November 25, 2025
Fact check: Do childhood vaccines really cause autism?
The claim that vaccines can cause autism is one of the most persistent health-related misinformation that refuses to die down, despite multiple evidence to show that these inoculations are safe and essential
-
October 27, 2025
Fact check: Are 'cream' biscuits different from 'crème' biscuits?
While the spelling evokes the idea of a milk-based cream and a French connection, actually creme is drawn from cheaper, shelf-stable vegetable oils
-
October 26, 2025
Is your ‘ice cream’ real? Understanding FSSAI standards for fruit beverages, desserts, and ORS
FSSAI sets precise definitions for common food products, ensuring consumer transparency and safety
Results 1-25 of 30
