New Delhi, October 10 (IANS) As our world rapidly advances in technology and comfort, mental health issues are mounting at double speed. The WHO reports that over 370 million people are currently experiencing m

New Delhi, October 10 (IANS): While India has the maximum number of blind people in the world, most do not know that in more than 85 per cent of the cases, the condition is preventable, said experts on Thursday

New Delhi, October 10 (IANS): Excessive screen time, trauma and violence can cause behavioural issues in children, said experts on Thursday, on World Mental Health day.World Mental Health day is observed every

New Delhi, October 9 (IANS): India will become a global leader in biopharmaceuticals, bio-manufacturing, and life sciences by 2030, said Dr Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Scien

New Delhi, October 9 (IANS) India has the highest number of oral cancer cases among countries in South Asia, driven by increased use of smokeless tobacco products like betel quid with tobacco, gutka, khaini; an

New Delhi, October 9 (IANS): Consuming more caffeine, present in coffee, tea, and cocoa may improve heart health in people with lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, according to a study on Wednesday.Patients with in

New Delhi, October 9 (IANS): Recognising India’s extraordinary progress in advancing maternal health and family planning, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) on Wednesday felicitated the country for it

New Delhi, October 9 (IANS): Cases of cardiac arrest have seen a spurt in recent times, but the bigger question is the ability to diagnose and prevent such cases. The surge in rising cases of cardiac and non-co

New Delhi, October 7 (IANS): Accelerating measures to eliminate tuberculosis (TB) in India by 2025, the Union government on Monday increased the monthly nutrition support to all patients of the deadly infectiou

New Delhi, October 7 (IANS): While silent strokes may not be fatal as a normal brain stroke, it can still affect brain health and lead to cognitive issues such as memory and attention problems, said experts on

New Delhi, October 7 (IANS) While silent strokes may not be fatal as a normal brain stroke, it can still affect brain health and lead to cognitive issues such as memory and attention problems, said experts on M

New Delhi, October 7 (IANS): Older adults suffering from abnormal bleeding, fatigue, and weakness, must be assessed for scurvy -- a disease caused by vitamin C deficiency, suggests a study on Monday.Detailing a

New Delhi, October 6 (IANS): Consuming an egg every day is safe and good for your heart, and it will not increase your blood cholesterol levels, said experts on Saturday noting that the fear is unwarranted.Give

New Delhi, October 5 (IANS) High levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) also known as "forever chemicals" in your blood can make it difficult for you to sleep properly, which can act as a precurso

New York, October 4 (IANS) Scientists on Friday revealed that a cholesterol regulator can become a surprising player in mental health research, helping treat depression and anxiety.Called LXRβ, the nuclear rec

New Delhi, October 3 (IANS): The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization, under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has become an affiliate member of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum

New Delhi, October 3 (IANS): Diabetes and obesity can fuel the relapse of liver cancer -- the sixth most common cancer worldwide, according to a study.The study led by Osaka Metropolitan University, focussed on

New York, October 2 (IANS): A team of researchers on Wednesday reported a new injectable solution to prevent and treat hypoglycemia condition in diabetic patients.According to the team, if glucose levels plunge

New Delhi, October 2 (IANS): At a fashion show organised by the Indian Minorities foundation (IMF), cancer warriors from the film industry like Sonali Bendre, Hina Khan and Tahira Kashyap walked the ramp to cel

New Delhi, October 1 (IANS): Hailing the Union Health Ministry's draft Bill on passive euthanasia, experts on Tuesday called it a “progressive step”.The recent ‘Draft Guidelines’ call on doctors to take