Health

New Delhi, July 06, 2026: Mental health disorders continue to pose a significant public health challenge worldwide, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that around 280 million people live with depression globally. While effective medications are available, identifying the right treatment often remains a lengthy trial-and-error process, as individuals can respond differently to the same psychiatric medicines. In India, …

Hypertension continues to emerge as a major public health concern in Karnataka, with the latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6, 2023-24) revealing a rise in the proportion of adults with elevated blood pressure compared to the previous NFHS-5 survey conducted in 2019-21. Among women aged 15 years and above, 25.1% were found to have elevated blood pressure—defined as systolic pressure …

There are many misconceptions about identifying a boy or girl in fetal stage, which is why awareness is necessary In the context of an expectant mother, the preferences for the baby’s gender vary widely. Some may prefer a boy, whereas others may be wishing for a daughter. There are also parents who may not have any specific preferences. In the …

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 …