Health

Fresh embryo transfer boosts IVF success

Fresh embryo transfer may improve IVF success rates for women with low prognosis, offering higher live birth chances

By Shyla Jovitha Abraham March 22, 2025

Poor diet puts corporate employees at health risk. Over 57 pc men face vitamin B12 deficiency

Deficiency in vitamin B12 levels could lead to a series of health issues including fatigue, weakness, neurological problems, and anaemia

By The Week News Desk March 21, 2025

Birth control pill reduces ovarian cancer risk

Study finds birth control pills, which prevent or reduce ovulation, can lessen ovarian cancer risk. Lower body weight and shorter stature can also reduce its risk

By Shyla Jovitha Abraham March 21, 2025

Regular flossing may reduce risk of stroke/Afib

Flossing regularly reduces stroke risk, atrial fibrillation, and gum disease, promoting overall heart health and oral hygiene

By Shyla Jovitha Abraham March 21, 2025

What is trachoma? India becomes the third country to eliminate this disease as public health problem

Various steps have been adopted by the health ministry under the National Programme for Control of Blindness and Visual Impairment (NPCBVI) to eliminate trachoma

By The Week News Desk March 20, 2025

How microbes in probiotic drinks can improve your mental health. Research reveals benefits

The research revealed that mice undergoing experiments showed greater anxiety in a germ-free environment compared to an environment with resident live microbes

By Puja Awasthi March 19, 2025

What is Organ-on-a-Chip (OOAC) technology? New method to aid in drug testing, development

The Organ-on-a-Chip (OOAC) technology simulates various organ systems depending on the specific cell types seeded onto the chips

By The Week News Desk March 19, 2025

Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore’s return: What major health risks are awaiting these astronauts

The NASA astronauts will be landing are returning home after spending nine months in space

By The Week News Desk March 18, 2025

How exposure to dry air could lead to severe dehydration, respiratory issues

Inflammation of the airways could increase the risk of respiratory infections worsening it for those with asthma

By The Week News Desk March 18, 2025

Human coronavirus HKU1 reported in Kolkata; all you need to know

Health officials advised all to take necessary precautions to prevent the spread. Experts point out that HKU1 usually cause mild flu-like symptoms.

By The Week News Desk March 17, 2025

How prepared India is to combat future pandemics

The Ministry of Health is hosting a three-day workshop on 'Quad Workshop on Pandemic Preparedness for the Indo-Pacific Region'. Quad member states and representatives from 15 countries across the Indo-Pacific Region will attend the workshop

By The Week News Desk March 17, 2025

Snuggle up! Why sharing bed with partner will improve your sleep quality

Studies reveal that people, often struggling to get a good quality sleep at night, sleep better while cuddling with your partner sharing an emotional connect

By The Week News Desk March 16, 2025

What is chemo mouth? Here are some ways to cope with this side effect

Though there are no ways to prevent chemo mouth, experts point out that there are several ways to combat the condition

By The Week News Desk March 15, 2025

Afghanistan reports alarming surge in measles cases; experts urge rapid vaccination

MSF-supported hospitals in Afghanistan have seen a spike in measles cases this year. At least one kid has died every day due to the illness since January.

By The Week News Desk March 15, 2025

Organised sports boost academic performance

Engaging in organised and artistic sports during childhood boosts academic performance, with children showing higher grades and increased chances of graduation

By Shyla Jovitha Abraham March 14, 2025

World Kidney Day 2025: 6 simple ways to keep your kidneys health in check

One in three adults is suffering from diabetes, along with one in five adults diagnosed with high blood pressure, may develop Chronic Kidney Disease

By Nirmal Jovial March 13, 2025

Focus on tobacco detox, not just digital detox: Healthcare expert points at gaps in de-addiction programmes in India

Dr Samir Parikh of Fortis Healthcare speaks to THE WEEK on the significance of tobacco de-addiction programmes in India

By Pooja Biraia Jaiswal March 13, 2025

Why is it important to establish a 'healthy' bedtime routine?

Dr. Elanthiraiyan G.C, consultant- neurology, SRM GLOBAL hospitals, Chennai elaborates on the need to have a proper bedtome schedule why it is needed to stop using your gadgets at least an hour ahead of retiring for the night

By Pooja Biraia Jaiswal March 12, 2025

Twin pregnancies double the risk of heart disease

A new US study warns that mothers of twins face doubled risk of heart disease in the first year post-delivery, with heightened danger for those with pregnancy-related high blood pressure

By Shyla Jovitha Abraham March 12, 2025

Stroke survivors have a higher risk of dementia

A Canadian study reveals stroke survivors face a 76% higher risk of dementia, highlighting the need for more research on preventing dementia alongside efforts to reduce the risk of a second stroke

By Shyla Jovitha Abraham March 11, 2025

Double burden: 40 per cent of adults with chronic pain also struggle with anxiety, depression

The recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network Open revealed the link between chronic pain and anxiety

By The Week News Desk March 10, 2025

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