Health

The kidneys are among the most quietly hardworking organs in the body. Every single day, they filter over 200 litres of blood, regulate fluid balance, control blood pressure, and flush out waste through urine. Most people never think about them until something goes wrong. And that is precisely the problem. Kidney disease earns its reputation as a silent condition because …

Immunotherapy is a drug used in the treatment of cancer. It is a new modality of treatment. immunotherapy is given intravenously (injection) usually at 2 or 3 weeks interval. Ipilimumab is the first immunotherapy approved for cancer treatment. there are several others drugs in this category for example Pembrolizumab, Nivolumab , Atezolizumab and Avelumab. Immunotherapy has been approved in various …

Hair is far more responsive to its surroundings than most people give it credit for. It absorbs the effects of everything it encounters, then reflects them back without delay. Every shift in climate, every change in water, every product introduced into the routine eventually surfaces as something visible, whether that is texture, shine, or how the scalp responds underneath it …

Lithium is a trace mineral that occurs naturally in small quantities within water, soil, and specific food products. While minerals like iron and calcium have official recommendations regarding their optimal daily consumption levels, no such recommendation exists for lithium; hence, a “lack” of lithium has not been scientifically defined yet. Some scientists propose, however, that low environmental and dietary consumption …

The intense summer heat has a way of completely draining your energy before your day even really begins. Waking up to immediate humidity or stepping out into the sun can instantly spoil your mood, leaving you feeling sticky, irritable, and quickly dehydrated. When the temperature spikes like this, your body practically craves something cool. But reaching for a canned soda …

For many people, completing cancer treatment marks the end of one journey and the beginning of another. While ringing the bell or hearing that treatment is complete is a significant milestone, survivorship often comes with its own set of challenges. Physical recovery, emotional healing, and adapting to life after cancer can feel overwhelming, leaving many survivors wondering how to move …

Bengaluru | 26 June 2026: Doctors across India are witnessing a growing number of patients developing cataracts in their 40s and 50s, with diabetes increasingly emerging as a major contributing factor. As the burden of diabetes rises in the country, ophthalmologists say persistently high blood sugar levels are accelerating changes in the eye’s natural lens, leading to earlier onset and faster …

Chronic stress can have a significant impact on where the body stores fat, particularly around the abdomen. When a person experiences ongoing stress, the body continuously releases stress hormones, especially cortisol. While cortisol is essential for helping the body respond to challenges, persistently elevated levels can disrupt normal metabolism and promote fat accumulation around the belly. One reason this happens …

For decades, edible oils have been a hot topic in public discussions. They sit at the intersection of nutrition science, tradition, consumer perception and increasingly, social media-led fear. One day a particular oil is celebrated as a “superfood,” and the next it is accused of causing inflammation, obesity or heart disease. Consumers are left navigating a maze of contradictory claims …

Growing prevalence of diabetes, hypertension and lifestyle-related health conditions is contributing to earlier onset of cataracts, prompting calls for greater awareness and regular eye examinations. Bengaluru, 22 June 2026: Cataracts, the leading cause of blindness, have long been considered a condition associated with ageing, typically affecting people in their 60s and beyond. However, ophthalmologists are now reporting a noticeable rise …