Health

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 …

Mumbai: Healthcare experts are raising concerns over an increasing number of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) cases being reported across India. GBS is a rare but serious autoimmune neurological disorder in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks peripheral nerves, leading to muscle weakness, numbness, tingling sensations, and in severe cases, paralysis. Medical experts note that GBS often develops after viral or …

ROLE OF YOGA IN FERTLITY The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit word “yuj”, primarily translating to “to join” or “to unite”. Now the question arises, to unite what? In the metaphysical sense it means to join our soul with the supreme soul, our being with the eternal being. But in a more grounded, holistic sense, it signifies the …

Mumbai: Wockhardt Hospitals Mira Road highlights the importance of recognizing persistent symptoms and seeking timely medical attention through a remarkable case in which a seemingly ordinary headache led to the diagnosis of a rare skull tumour. A 37-year-old man presented to the outpatient department at Wockhardt Hospitals Mira Road with complaints of a persistent left-sided headache that had not responded …

There is a phrase that has been circulating in public health circles for over a decade now. Sitting is the new smoking. It sounds dramatic, perhaps even exaggerated. But the research behind it is not. Prolonged physical inactivity is now linked to a range of chronic conditions that were once considered inevitable consequences of ageing. The evidence increasingly suggests they …

Back pain is one of the most common health complaints worldwide, affecting a large proportion of adults at some point in their lives. In most cases, it is caused by benign musculoskeletal issues such as muscle strain, poor posture, or disc-related problems, and it tends to improve with rest, physiotherapy, or simple medication. But not all back pain originates from …

India’s healthcare sector is undergoing a major transformation driven by rising demand for quality care delivery, expansion of health infrastructure, and the growing need for skilled allied health professionals. With a strong push toward building a structured care ecosystem, the focus is shifting toward specialised, technology-enabled healthcare roles that support diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and wellness services. As healthcare systems modernise, …

Today’s Gen Z is navigating a food environment shaped by convenience, social media influence, fast-food accessibility and irregular lifestyles. While they may appear health-conscious on the surface, many are unknowingly dealing with nutritional deficiencies, poor eating patterns and long-term metabolic risks. As per reports, the intake of ultra-processed foods in India has climbed from USD 900 million in 2006 up …

You finish a meal and feel like you swallowed a rock. The bloating starts. Maybe there’s a dull heaviness, a sluggishness that makes you want to lie down. You tell yourself it’s just a heavy meal. But when it happens most days — after different kinds of food, at different times — it stops being about what you ate. It …

Summer brings longer days and vibrant energy, but for many couples planning for a family, the rising temperatures and shifts in lifestyle can introduce unexpected challenges. While discussions around fertility often focus on medical milestones and ovulation cycles, environmental factors, specifically extreme heat, hydration, and changes in nutritional patterns play a significant role in reproductive health. As temperatures soar, particularly …