As air pollution continues to choke the National Capital Region (NCR), doctors are sounding alarms about an emerging health threat beyond the lungs: rheumatoid arthritis (RA). At the annual conference of the Indian Rheumatology Association, experts warned that the city’s pervasive smog and fine particulate pollution may be triggering autoimmune responses that inflame joints, intensify...
Following a spate of child fatalities linked to kidney failure in Madhya Pradesh, state drug authorities have detected excessively high levels of diethylene glycol (DEG)—a toxic impurity—in three cough syrup brands. The findings have renewed alarm over drug safety norms, regulatory lapses, and the urgent need for oversight in the pharmaceutical supply chain. The Fallout:...
A newly published study from Israel has raised serious concerns over finasteride, one of the most commonly prescribed medications for androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness). The research suggests that long-term users of finasteride are at a statistically higher risk of mood disorders, depression, and suicidal thoughts compared to non-users, prompting calls for more caution in...
The Uttarakhand health department has sounded the alarm as 28 children have been confirmed to have contracted “tomato flu”, triggering heightened surveillance, public alerts, and intensified preparedness across the state’s medical infrastructure. According to state health officials, the outbreak primarily affects children under the age of 5, although vigilance is being extended to older age...
A sweeping new study, analysing data from over 9 million adults in South Korea and several thousand in the United States, has drawn a startling conclusion: more than 99 percent of heart attacks, strokes, and cardiovascular failures occur in individuals who had at least one of four key modifiable risk factors before the event. The...
A new scientific study has revealed that excessive screen time among children and adolescents can significantly increase the risk of heart disease and other metabolic disorders later in life. The research highlights how prolonged exposure to screens and disrupted sleep cycles are contributing to deteriorating cardiovascular health in the younger generation. Study Findings Raise Health...
A recent groundbreaking study has shed light on the alarming connection between visceral fat—commonly referred to as deep belly fat—and the progression of aggressive cancers in women. Researchers have found that it is not just the presence of fat but its metabolic activity that significantly influences the growth and severity of certain cancers, marking a...
In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing cough syrup tragedy, authorities in Madhya Pradesh have arrested a doctor accused of prescribing a contaminated medication that allegedly led to the deaths of several children. The state government has also initiated legal action against Srisan Pharmaceuticals, the company that manufactured the contentious syrup. The Arrest and Accusations...
A major global modelling study has flagged that approximately 5.1 million people in India are at risk of contracting chikungunya annually. The findings come from an advanced analysis published in a leading health journal, combining epidemiological data with environmental, vector, and socioeconomic variables to map future burden and geographical risk. How the Study Was Conducted...
In the evolving field of laser vision correction, SILK (Smooth Incision Lenticule Keratomileusis) is emerging as a cutting-edge option for people wanting freedom from glasses or contact lenses. This advanced, flapless procedure reshapes the cornea by extracting a thin lenticule, offering a safer, less invasive alternative to traditional LASIK for selected patients. What Is SILK...