Health

Retina diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and retinopathy of prematurity cause significant vision loss in India and globally. According to the The Lancet, Global health report, approximately 3 million people aged 40 years or older have vision-threatening diabetic retinopathy (VTDR) in India, with a higher prevalence in those with known diabetes residing in high and middle epidemiological …

Feminine wellness, fitness, skincare, and nutrition usually take center stage. One area to give equal, and possibly greater, attention, however, is that of breast health. As breast cancer is one of the most prevalent types of cancer in women all over the world, it is crucial to develop a routine that focuses on early detection and early prevention. Experts believe …

Currently, right from children to adults, all are glued to the screen. Indeed, the extended screen time can take a toll on the eyes. Hence, understand that early detection and preventive care are key in protecting vision, especially as digital screen use continues to rise across all age groups. Here, the expert explains vital tips that everyone should follow and …

The Nobel Peace Prize today stands at a crossroads between moral aspiration and geopolitical performance. Using the Dominion vs Dharma framework, this essay argues that the Prize’s prestige in the 21st century depends on whether it continues to legitimate coercive “peace”—sanctions, militarised diplomacy, and externally driven regime change—or re-centres its moral purpose on justice and balance. Drawing on CodePink’s critique …

Every year, on October 10, the world observes World Mental Health Day. We talk about self-care and balance, yet rarely consider what’s on our plates. As journalist Palki Sharma noted, “We’ve made stress fashionable and food mechanical. It’s no wonder our minds are tired before our bodies are.” The fats we eat can either strengthen our minds or quietly weaken …

In a country where conversations about health care are frequently cloaked in shame, a few topics are more veiled in mystery than others. One such unattended, important problem in men is prostate health, specifically in India. With an increase in the proportion of prostate diseases such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer, most Indian men tend to hesitate …

The Changing Face of Breast Cancer: Why More Young Indian Women Are at Risk October is here, and with it, we don our pink ribbons, share stories of survival, and urge screening and hope. But beneath the symbolic gestures lies a more alarming narrative: breast cancer is creeping into younger lives in India, scarily undetected in most cases until it …

When I meet a woman diagnosed with breast cancer, the first thing I notice is not fear, but her determination. Beneath the disbelief, fear, and anger that follow later lies quiet resilience. That strength becomes evident when we start discussing treatment options, particularly a mastectomy — the surgical removal of one or both breasts, either to treat or prevent breast …

Hyderabad, India – [October 7, 2025] – Shanchol®, the oral cholera vaccine originally developed by Shantha Biotechnics, has received prequalification from the World Health Organization (WHO). This milestone enables global procurement agencies such as UNICEF, Gavi, and PAHO to source Shanchol® for use in countries where cholera remains a major public health challenge. “Shanchol® was conceived as an affordable, accessible solution …

As the world observes World Lymphoma Awareness Day on September 15th, it’s a timely reminder of the ongoing battle against lymphomas, a group of cancers affecting the lymphatic system, especially for those with B-cell lymphoma. Imagine a seemingly healthy individual suddenly facing unexplained fatigue and swelling—could this be a sign of something more serious? In India, where healthcare challenges continue to grow, B-cell …