Health

January 2026 – A first-of-its-kind national study reveals that piggery clusters across India are dumping untreated dung, effluents, carcasses and even biomedical waste into drains and fields – creating ideal conditions for respiratory illness, diarrhoeal outbreaks, vector-borne diseases and antimicrobial resistance. People for Animals – Public Policy Foundation (PFA-PPF) and Physicians Association for Nutrition (PAN) have released a report uncovering …

The growing number of thalassemia cases in India is not the result of a new health threat,it is the outcome of long-standing gaps in prevention. Thalassemia is inherited, predictable, and largely preventable, yet every year thousands of children are born with the severe form of the disorder. One of the primary reasons is that most carriers do not know they …

From two decades of hands-on cosmetology to mentoring the next generation of aesthetic clinic owners With over 20 years of clinical experience in cosmetology, Dr. Akanksha Jain has built a career rooted in practice, patient trust, and deep industry understanding. Having worked with well-known skin and wellness clinics such as Alive Wellness, and currently serving as a Senior Cosmetologist at …

India, January 06, 2026: In honor of Thyroid Awareness Month, St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, is shining a spotlight on empowering Indians to have a greater awareness of thyroid disorders, conditions that often go undiagnosed despite their widespread prevalence.  Thyroid diseases, particularly hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid), are among the most …

India is witnessing a striking paradox: even as medical technology advances, more young couples are struggling to conceive. Fertility specialists across the country report a steady rise in infertility cases often in couples in their late 20s and early 30s. While medical conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, low ovarian reserve, and poor sperm quality remain important causes, a growing body of evidence …

Ted Tenaglia, a Health Care Professional with comprehensive knowledge of today’s Health Care Industry, which increasingly connects practical medical experience with Administrative Expertise. Ted’s career exemplifies the dynamic Health Care Market, as he has been employed as an Emergency Medical Technician with The City of Gainesville, Florida, while pursuing Health Care Administration. Emergency Response and Advanced Health Care Education have …

Fertility beyond Biology Fertility is not just about the ability to conceive-it is the result of a delicate balance between hormones, reproductive organs, and overall health. While age, genetics, and lifestyle are well-recognised factors, there is another silent contributor that often escapes attention: environmental toxins. In the modern age, women and men are continuously exposed to all kinds of toxic …

In the current scenario, Lung cancer is shedding its smoker’s disease label, as more number of non-smokers are being diagnosed, challenging the traditional assumptions about the disease’s causes and forcing a rethink among the medical professionals and the public alike. A silent transformation Lung cancer is increasingly affecting non-smokers, with one in five cases globally occurring among the non-smokers. The …

Dr. Sthiti Das, Radiation Oncology at HCG Cancer Center at Cuttack The issue begins with perception. Across many parts of the country, especially in Tier 2 and semi-metro cities, areca nut in its various forms is often viewed as a low-risk activity, especially compared to smoking. For adolescents and young adults, this perception of low risk, combined with easy availability …

We have all felt that familiar ache of indigestion or a burning sensation after a wholesome meal, and most of us brush it off with an antacid or a quick home remedy, assuming it’s just a harmless hiccup in our busy lives. For our closed ones, this casual dismissal can be dangerous. The early, subtle signs of stomach cancer often …