The the health department on Saturday flagged off a polio awareness rally to sensitize the polio drive which will be started on September 15 (today) to September 17 in Jalandhar.A spokesperson of the department said that this is migratory Pulse Polio campaign...

Jindal IVF under the aegis of Fertility Preservation Society (FPS) of India today organized National conference on fertility preservation in cancer patients at Hotel Mountview, Chandigarh. The conference was attended by more than 200 leading Medical Practitioners...

Neuberg Diagnostics Private Limited, the fastest growing healthcare start-up in India which ranks among the top 4 diagnostic service providers in the country, today announced the launch of Anywhere Anytime services - a first in the diagnostics lab chain space....

Punjab Health department secretary Mr Kumar Rahul flagged off an Information Education and Communication (IEC) van regarding eye donation from the district hospital here today, under the National Program for control of blindness and visual impairement (NPCBVI).Speaking...

Manipal Hospitals Bangalore achieves yet another medical miracle and gives new lease of life to 7-month-old baby, Master Abhir Mondal from West Bengal.  In a very rare and peculiar case, baby Abhir came to Manipal Hospitals with a very large abdominal swelling,...

In an effort to encourage breast-feeding among new and future mothers in Bangalore, Aster CMI Hospital today conducted an hour long poster presentation on the benefits of breast-feeding, at its premise which was attended by more than 50 people. The session...

Hotter weather increases both suicide rates and the use of depressive language on social media, says a new study that analysed half a billion tweets.The research published in the journal Nature Climate Change suggests that the effects of climate change could...

In a good news for wine lovers, researchers have found a compound present in red wine which can treat depression and anxiety.The plant compound resveratrol displays anti-stress effects by blocking the expression of an enzyme which controls stress in the...

Researchers have found that students who use their smartphones five or more hours a day are prone to higher risk of obesity and likely to have other lifestyle habits that increases the risk of heart disease.According to a study, researchers analysed 1,060 students...

In the last couple years there has been a significant rise in infertility rates in India. Recently doctors from AIIMS reported that 12-18 million couples are diagnosed with infertility every year. Infertility is unfortunately a sensitive topic among many...

Suffering from low blood pressure? Do an hour or more of daily exercise and stay hydrated to improve the condition and control fainting or dizziness episodes, finds a NASA-funded study on astronauts.The study is the first...

Researchers have developed a new reusable device which can help women with breast cancer in lower-income countries by using carbon dioxide, a widely available and affordable gas, to power a cancer tissue-freezing probe instead of industry-standard argon.According...

At least 39 persons were killed across Maharashtra as relentless rain created mayhem and left Mumbai paralysed with the country's commercial capital being pounded by record rainfall on Tuesday, officials said.Offering no respite, heavy showers are expected...

Researchers have discovered that the use of a pasteurised form of Akkermansia muciniphila-an intestinal bacteria provides greater protection from various cardiovascular disease risk factors.According to the findings published in the journal Nature Medicine, the...

In the most damning study so far, a US research team has found that e-cigarettes, often targeted at youth and pregnant women, damage brain stem cells.Even short-term exposure of e-cigarettes (ECs) produces a stress response in neural stem cells, which are...

Those with vitamin D deficiency from birth to early childhood may be at 60 per cent higher risk of elevated systolic blood pressure between ages 6 and 18, says a study.Systolic refers to the first or top number in a blood pressure reading. High systolic blood...

Researchers have discovered extremely harmful levels of toxic carcinogenic substances such as lead, cadmium and chromium in the enamelled decoration of beer, wine and spirits bottles.The team at the University of Plymouth analysed both the glass and enamelled decorations...

People who are exposed to high pollution levels are at significantly higher risk of suffering from hypertension, metabolic syndrome and heart diseases, says a new study.In the study, published in Journal of Public Health, the researchers investigated the associations...

People who take cholesterol-lowering statins may be at twice the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, says a new study.Statins are a class of drugs that can lower cholesterol and blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. More than a quarter...

Drinking a cup of coffee can be helpful in fighting obesity and diabetes as it stimulates body's fat-fighting defences, says a new study.The study, published in Scientific Reports journal, found components which could have a direct effect on "brown fat" functions,...

Skin care for babies is an essential step in their overall health routine. Babies have delicate skin which is more prone to skin concerns than adults. A change in the weather also impacts their sensitive skin. Be it heat, cold, or the rain, each one impacts...

Take out time for travelling amid your busy schedule as frequent vacations not only help de-stress but also reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, reveals a new study.The study, published in Psychology and Health journal, found that a vacation can help...

More and more people are uncovering the benefits of practicing yoga, but little do they know that yoga can bring energy to the bedroom as well.Experts say that yoga can improve your sex life if it is done under proper guidance.Stress plays a major role in...

Mental illness in city dwellers which has emerged as a major problem can be treated to an extent through yoga, say experts.Though mental illness, as such, cannot be directly treated through yoga, stress, which one of the major causes, said mental health expert...

Researchers have found that postmenopausal women with breast cancer are at greater risk of developing cardiovascular disease."Heart disease appears more commonly in women treated for breast cancer because of the toxicities of chemotherapy, radiation therapy and...

A drug that helps regulate bone development has been found to boost growth rates in children with achondroplasia, the most common type of dwarfism, in a global trial.The patients' average boost in height to about 6 cm (2.4 inches) per year was close to...

One of the leading private healthcare service providers in Eastern India, AMRI Hospitals-Bhubaneswar is well-known for launching various campaigns through different mediums to raise awareness and educate people about diseases and benefits of leading a healthy...

Out-of-pocket costs are preventing many people from taking vital asthma medication, says a new study, calling for urgent interventions to promote discussions between patients  and doctors about the cost of medicines to treat asthma.The most commonly prescribed...

Contrary to popular perception, researchers have found that evening exercise is as good as a morning workout.The study published in the journal Cell Metabolism shows that the effect of exercise may differ depending on the time of day it is performed."There appear...

Smoking may increase the risk of developing hypertension by impairing the body's blood pressure autocorrect system, warn researchers."The human body has a buffering system that continuously monitors and maintains a healthy blood pressure. If blood pressure drops,...

Increasing red meat consumption, particularly processed red meat, is associated with a higher risk of death, researchers warned.A study published in the journal BMJ shows that replacing red meat with other protein sources, such as eggs and fish, whole grains and...

The unhealthy habits of modern-day living with a diet high in calories may cause brain health to deteriorate faster, according to an Australian study published on Thursday.Compared to 50 years ago, people currently consume an average of around 650 extra...

A worldwide effort to lower people's blood pressure, cut sodium intake and eliminate trans fat from their diet could prevent 94 million premature deaths from cardiovascular disease (CVD) over a quarter century, says a study.Regions expected to benefit...

Researchers have found that a simple tweak to the sleeping patterns and maximising outdoor light during the mornings for a period of three weeks can help night owls -- people with extreme late sleeping and waking habits - bring forward their sleep/wake timings by...

On his birthday, a brain-dead man from Pune gifted new life to four people after his family donated his organs to needy patients in Maharashtra, officials said here on Saturday.The 32-year-old welder had suffered a stroke a few days ago and was rushed to...

Researchers have found that high consumption of junk food such as microwaved foods and barbequed meats may be responsible for food allergies in children.The study, presented at the 52nd Annual Meeting of the European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology...

Researchers have designed a web-based caffeine optimisation tool with effective strategies to maximize alertness while avoiding excessive caffeine consumption.Using multiple sleep-deprivation and shift-work scenarios, the researchers have generated a caffeine-consumption...

E-cigarette vaping with nicotine not only hampers mucus clearance from the airways, but also increases the risk of chronic bronchitis, warn researchers.A single session of vaping can deliver more nicotine in the airways than smoking one cigarette, warned researchers...

Nineteen persons were killed and 48 others injured due to dust storms and lightning in various parts of Uttar Pradesh, an official said on Friday.A state Relief commissioner said: "While six persons were killed in Mainpuri, three persons each died in Etah and...

If you plan to go on a diet plan for weight loss, choosing the right food in your weight loss diet is the first step you need to take. There are a whole variety of foods which one can choose to include in their

Researchers have found that drinking unsalted tomato juice can lower blood pressure and cholesterol level in adults who are at risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a study.For the study, published in the journal of Food Science and Nutrition, researchers...

Kids who grow up in poverty and face adverse experiences are at a greater risk of suffering from mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety, warn researchers.Low socioeconomic status and the experience of traumatic stressful events are also linked...

Eating a cup of blueberries daily reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) by up to 15 per cent, according to a study.The findings, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, suggest that blueberries and other berries should be included...

Women who experience symptoms of depression, even without a clinical diagnosis, are at an increased risk of developing multiple chronic diseases, according to a study.The study, published in the journal American Psychological Association Health Psychology,...

Researchers have found that female patients with oesophagus and stomach cancer are likely to survive longer than male patients, but experience more nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea during therapy.The findings of a latest UK study could potentially help in managing...

The flavours used in electronic cigarettes (e-cigarette), especially cinnamon and menthol, can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) when inhaled, says a study.The research team investigated the effect of the e-liquids on endothelial cells that...

The combination of heat, humidity and pollution can take a toll on your hair. But you can care well for it with the combined goodness of aloe vera and coconut oil, suggest experts.Here are some benefits of aloe vera and coconut oil that will make your summer...

If you tend to keep guards on unhealthy foods down at workplace, you may be at an increased risk of diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, compared with those who eat healthy food, says a study.Employees who purchased the least healthy food in the cafeteria...

The district health department celebrated world hypertension day in Shaheed Babu Labh Singh Civil Hospital on Wednesday to create awareness about the hypertension.Addressing during the seminar, Civil Surgeon Dr Rajesh Kumar Bagga said that hypertension occurs...

Biotech major Biocon on Wednesday said it would soon market in Canada its anti-breast cancer drug Ogivri, which it co-developed with the US-based Mylan, following approval by the Canadian health regulator."As Ogivri is the first drug approved by Health Canada...

Having probiotics can not only regulate gut bacteria -- trillions of microorganisms in the gut which perform key functions in the immune system and metabolism -- but also improve brain function and, thus, reduce anxiety, find researchers.Probiotics are living...

It's a known fact that sunscreen saves your skin from the adverse effects of UV rays. Applying it while stepping out of your house is a must, but you need to do it while staying  indoors as well, say experts.Technology and harmful radiations from devices...

Overweight and obese adolescents have similar increased risks of developing heart disorders, say researchers."Until recently, overweight in adolescence wasn't considered as  important a risk as obesity for the development of cardiovascular disease. We found...

Women with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are more likely to be diagnosed with cancer than men with the condition, warn researchers.Common symptoms of sleep apnea,  include snoring, disrupted sleep and fatigue."Our study of more than 19,000 people shows...

In a shocking result, a government survey has found that every fourth patient visiting the AIIMS is dissatisfied with treatment and other facilities at the premier institute.As much as 28 per cent of patients visiting the All India Institute of Medical...

Drinking coffee keeps the bowels moving because it changes gut bacteria and improves ability of intestines to contract, find researchers.Researchers, feeding rats coffee and also mixing it with gut bacteria in petri dishes, found that coffee suppressed bacteria...

Heart attacks that mostly happen in the morning tend to be more severe than cardiac arrests at night, warn researchers.The study, published in the journal Trends in Immunology, discusses how time of the day affects severity of afflictions, ranging from allergies...

A food additive which is commonly used as a whitening agent in products such as chewing gum and mayonnaise could lead to inflammatory bowel diseases and colorectal cancer, warns a study.The study conducted in mice investigated health impacts of food additive...

Artificial intelligence-based systems can predict death and heart attack in patients suffering from chest pain with greater accuracy than humans, says a new study.Doctors use risk scores to make treatment decisions, but these scores are based on just a handful...

Memory slips with age, but getting a fair amount of sleep every night and having a cheerful mood each day may help you stay sharp even when you grow old, suggests new research.Poor sleep quality and a depressed mood are linked to a reduced likelihood of remembering...