Delhi-NCR's worsening air quality can affect more than your lungs. From vitamin C-rich fruits and leafy greens to nuts, seeds and whole grains, here's how balanced nutrition can support overall health and gut health during pollution season.
The World Health Organisation is closely monitoring the PJ.2.1 Covid variant as cases emerge across several countries. Current data show no greater severity, while widespread transmission remains unconfirmed in India.
A major analysis has linked prolonged air pollution exposure with increased type 2 diabetes risk. Researchers say clean-air action must become central to diabetes prevention in India.
Rising air pollution levels can make outdoor exercise harmful, especially when PM2.5 concentrations are high. Experts recommend switching to indoor workouts to stay active while reducing exposure to harmful pollutants.
The FDA has ordered GLP-1 drug labels to flag a potential risk of NAION. The move sharpens scrutiny as cheaper weight-loss medicines reach more Indian patients.
An unexpectedly high creatinine or potassium reading can leave patients worried about kidney damage or a medical emergency. However, doctors say certain blood sample errors and laboratory issues can produce misleading results, making it important to verify unexpected findings without delaying necessary treatment.
The former World Health Organisation (WHO) chief scientist says India's response to toxic air remains 'too little, too late', warning that children exposed to high pollution levels may never grow into healthy adults.
With air pollution becoming a growing concern, an air purifier can help improve indoor air quality. From HEPA filters and CADR ratings to room size and maintenance, here's what to check before buying one.
The NPPA has capped trade margins on 137 non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs at 30%. The reductions promise major savings, though costly patented therapies may see limited relief.
After Diwali pollution pushed Delhi's air quality to alarming levels, the veteran pulmonologist Dr Randeep Guleria warns of a surge in respiratory emergencies and potentially fatal complications for the most vulnerable.
A few days of festive eating are unlikely to undo months of healthy habits and weight loss progress. Lifestyle coach Mitushi Ajmera explains why regular meals, adequate sleep, hydration and consistent physical activity matter more than restricting food after celebrations.
Wearable devices are making it easier to track sleep, heart rate, steps and other health indicators. However, doctors say monitoring numbers is not the same as improving health, and excessive tracking can sometimes create anxiety.
The filmmaker recently revealed that he uses an LED face mask every Sunday, bringing the popular skincare device back into the spotlight. Dermatologists explain the science behind LED therapy, its potential benefits and why consistent use matters.
From date-and-nut ladoos to fruit-based shrikhand, discover five easy ways to make your children's favourite Diwali sweets healthier with simple ingredient swaps that retain the festive flavour without compromising on taste.
Coming indoors after breathing heavily polluted air does not mean your body immediately recovers. The effects of exposure to dangerous levels of PM2.5 can continue for hours, affecting blood vessels, heart function and inflammation.
Two schoolchildren died after collapsing at schools in Lucknow and Delhi. The cases have highlighted hidden cardiac risks and emergency preparedness in schools.
From devices tracking electrical signals and blood-flow changes to apps offering stress and focus scores, brain-monitoring technology is entering the consumer health market. But experts say detecting a biological signal and understanding brain health are two very different things.
With air quality deteriorating across Delhi NCR ahead of Diwali, a survey of over 19,000 residents finds that nearly nine in 10 households have at least one member experiencing pollution-related health problems.
Deepinder Goyal has defended Temple against doctors questioning its scientific basis. Doctors say its brain-flow and Entropy claims still require independent validation.
Extreme heat during April 2024 was associated with around 10,050 additional preterm births in India. The findings deepen concerns about climate change's impact on maternal and newborn health.
