Health

Each year, on November 12, we observe World Pneumonia Day to raise awareness about one of the most serious and often overlooked respiratory infections. Pneumonia, an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs, is a leading cause of death among children under five and the elderly, particularly in low- and middle-income countries like India. According to …

Did you know that the liver, often overlooked, is the body’s largest internal organ? As a vital powerhouse, it plays a pivotal role in synthesizing bile, storing glycogen for energy, metabolizing nutrients, detoxifying harmful substances, and regulating blood clotting. However, despite its importance, liver disease remains a formidable global health challenge, claiming millions of lives annually. In India, the burden …

Mitochondrial‑derived peptides (MDPs) represent an emerging class of ultra‑short peptides encoded within the mitochondrial genome. Among the most studied are Humanin, MOTS‑c, and small Humanin‑like peptides (SHLPs). Studies suggest that these micro‑peptides may act as inter-organellar messengers, retrograde signaling molecules, and modulators of cellular homeostasis. This article presents an original synthesis of real scientific findings and explores how these compounds …

As we go about achieving meaningful things and inventing new technology and solutions, there is something that people are forgetting in this daily hustle. The rush for competition and money is making them ignore the most precious value in human life – ‘the body’. From kids to adults, everyone is so invested and busy that it has led to significant …

Dr Nipun Sharma,CEO, TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship Across India, state governments are taking bold steps to enhance employability and prepare a workforce equipped for future industry demands. With a strong focus on ease of doing business, industrialisation, and attracting foreign investments, states are investing in creating a skilled talent pool by linking skilling programs directly to market requirements and embedding practical, …

About 10% of lung cancer cases are now caused by air pollution BENGALURU / Nov 6, 2025: Prolonged exposure to air pollution can increase the risk of developing lung cancer in many ways. Air pollution can contain chemicals like benzene which can produce cancer. The particles inhaled can also irritate the lung chronically, leading to cancer. The smoke particles in …

When a woman feels a lump or a young mother notices an odd change in her breast, alarm sets in, not just from the possibility of cancer, but from uncertainty. Breast cancer is often believed as a disease that strikes later in life. Yet in India, more women under 50 are being diagnosed with breast cancer, many still in the …

BY: St. George’s University India, 06 November, 2025: Prostate cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer impacting men around the world and a key focus for Men’s Health Awareness Month in November.  According to statistics, prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among Indian men after oral cancer and a major cause of cancer-related deaths. In 2022, India recorded over 42,000 …

When you get older, it’s only natural to want to age in your home and remain as independent as possible. And while this might not be feasible for some, for others, with a few small changes and adaptations, being able to remain at home isn’t just possible, it’s the perfect place to stay. But what changes can you make so …

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept confined to science fiction; it is the quiet revolution transforming the very fabric of modern medicine. Across the globe, AI-driven systems are augmenting the skills of physicians, accelerating diagnosis, personalizing treatment, and reimagining patient care with a level of precision that was once unimaginable. The marriage of human empathy with machine …