Health

A small swelling in the neck is easy to ignore. It does not hurt and interrupt the daily life. For thousands in India, this delay lets thyroid cancer sneak up till it’s urgent. Thyroid cancer is often described as one of the most treatable cancers when detected early. The challenge lies not in treatment alone, but how early the disease …

An awareness initiative by Dr. Yasmin Imdad, Sr. consultant obstetrics & Gynaecology, Kinder Women’s Hospital & Fertility Centre, Bangalore Bengaluru, January 20, 2026: Cervical cancer is often spoken about in the context of diagnosis and treatment, but what is less discussed and far more important is the long, silent phase before cancer ever develops. This pre cancer stage can last for …

Dog bites should always be taken seriously because they can lead to infections, tetanus, nerve injury, and rabies, which is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. The actions taken in the first few minutes and hours are critical. Stay Calm and Move to Safety Immediately move away from the dog to prevent further bites. Do not panic, shout or try …

As winter temperatures fall, healthcare professionals across the world, including in India, report a significant increase in stroke cases. This seasonal surge is not coincidental; instead, it results from a complex interaction of physiological responses, environmental stressors, and lifestyle changes that collectively elevate stroke risk during colder months. Vasoconstriction and Elevated Blood Pressure Exposure to cold triggers vasoconstriction, a natural narrowing of …

The thyroid gland is like a silent conductor, quietly controlling the rhythm of our daily lives. It affects everything from heart rate to energy levels, body temperature, and mental clarity. When it’s out of clout, the effects can be subtle at first, but they can snowball into bigger issues. In India, people often brush off symptoms like fatigue, weight changes, and …

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 …