Health

By Dr. Shatarupa Mukherjee Consultant – Paediatric Cardiology, CK Birla Hospitals- BM Birla Heart Hospital For children suffering from congenital heart disease, infection becomes more than just another childhood illness. The heart condition they are living with puts them at higher risk for bouts of both bacterial as well as viral infections, and it can be challenging to treat any …

As doctors, we have witnessed how organ transplantation changes and even saves lives. Nevertheless, it remains true that there is still a huge gap in India between the number of people awaiting transplants and the availability of organs to be used. There are thousands of people suffering from renal, hepatic, cardiac, or other types of organ dysfunction that require organ …

Everyone forgets things. A name that will not come, a word that sits just out of reach, walking into a room and forgetting immediately why. These moments are part of normal human experience and become more frequent with age, stress, and poor sleep. Most of the time they mean nothing clinically significant. Sometimes they are worth taking seriously. The challenge …

New Delhi, August 10, 2026: For many young people today, midnight doesn’t necessarily mean the day is over. There may still be emails to answer, a presentation to finish, messages to respond to, reels to watch or simply a conversation that has gone on longer than expected. And then, almost without noticing, it is 2 AM. The occasional late night …

Indian-origin biotech entrepreneur Parmita Mishra’s breakthrough live-cell technology aims to replace decades-old “cell autopsies” with real-time biology, opening new possibilities for cancer research and precision medicine New Delhi, 8th August, 2026 : Cancer remains one of India’s fastest-growing public health challenges, with millions of families affected every year. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), India reported …

Deciding to begin IVF is a significant step, both emotionally and financially. While it’s understandable to focus on the final figure, it’s equally important to know what that cost includes. Every IVF journey is different, and the overall expense depends on factors such as medical history, fertility diagnosis, treatment plan and the procedures required along the way. Why IVF costs …

Nearly one lakh Indians lose a limb every year due to diabetic foot complications; early vascular diagnosis can prevent most amputations   Over 10 crore Indians have diabetes, increasing their risk of blocked arteries Nearly 1 lakh Indians lose a limb every year due to diabetic foot complications Most amputations can be prevented through timely vascular diagnosis and treatment A …

Breastfeeding is one of the greatest presents a mother can offer her child. It provides the baby with all the required nutrients, strengthens its immune system, and ensures healthy development of the child referred to as babying. In addition to that, breastfeeding is good for mothers since it enhances their recovery after the delivery and decreases the risk of several …

For free meal plans, you can use both government sources as well as various third-party apps and tools In today’s hectic lifestyles, it has become difficult to ensure the right nutrition. Most people eat what they can get easily, which can lead to an increased intake of junk food. That’s why meal planning has become essential. It is not that …

Disease also affecting men’s sexual health and women’s reproductive health Lung cancer is emerging as a growing health concern in India, where it remains the fourth most prevalent cancer, even as doctors warn that the disease is no longer limited to smokers. Changing lifestyles, worsening air pollution, indoor smoke exposure and delayed diagnosis are all contributing to a rise in …