Health

Vaping: New Epidemic in Disguise   Over a decade ago, e-cigarettes entered the market, offering smokers a glimmer of hope in their efforts to quit traditional tobacco. Marketed as a cleaner and safer alternative, these devices quickly gained widespread popularity. Their sleek designs, enticing fruity flavors, and easy availability made them especially appealing to young people. However, mounting scientific evidence …

What began as a “safer” alternative to smoking has evolved into one of the most worrisome addictions among today’s adolescents.  Vaping products, which come in shiny, colourful packaging and are loaded with candy-like flavours, may appear innocuous, but beware! From a medical standpoint, vaping, although considered a ‘safer’ fad; remains a serious public health risk, particularly in countries, such as …

Reinforces commitment to raise awareness and take action against vaping Mothers Against Vaping releases comprehensive report titled ‘Unmasking the Appeal – How Vapes & E-Cigarettes Continue to be Promoted Unabated in India’ Despite clear laws, promotion of new-age gateway devices including vapes is rampant and goes unchecked Viral Vapours – Stealth marketing being used to target children and the youth …

Too much of a good thing—like protein—can damage your hair. Here’s a clear breakdown of protein overload, its causes, effects, and how to manage it. Protein overload happens when hair absorbs excessive protein from hair products. This makes the hair stiff, brittle, and prone to breakage. The issue arises when there’s an imbalance between protein and moisture, usually from overusing …

Once called disease of the West, cases of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) are rising at a rapid rate in the country, driven by factors including lifestyle changes and early antibiotic use.  Experts highlight challenges in distinguishing the condition, significance of awareness and early diagnosis to arrest its spread. In recent years, India has witnessed a worrying surge in cases of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), a chronic …

If you’re looking to ditch chemical-laden skincare and embrace natural remedies, your kitchen might hold the answer—specifically, a coconut. This tropical powerhouse is packed with antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and skin-loving nutrients that can transform dull skin into a radiant glow. Trusted by generations (and my mom!), coconut oil has earned its spot in the skincare hall of fame. Here …

India’s 1st comprehensive menstrual study throws light on how menstruators silently shoulder a system of emotional, physical, and logistical adjustments every month India, May 28, 2025- To mark World Menstrual Hygiene Day (May 28), Mahina, a purpose-driven period care brand, announced the release of a groundbreaking comprehensive report titled “Beyond Blood: The Unseen Burden of Every Cycle.” With this report, the brand shifts focus to a new …

New Delhi, May 27, 2025: Delhi-based leading biotech company Vgenomics has entered into a special partnership with Dr. Shroff’s Charity Eye Hospital. The aim of this partnership is to detect the eye disease keratoconus at an early stage using a new technology. For this purpose, they have developed a unique tear-based biomarker, named VSP-2224. Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease …

We often associate vaccines with childhood, but adult vaccination is just as vital. As we grow older, the immunity we once built begins to wane, making us vulnerable to diseases we thought we’d left behind. Fortunately, there are safe and effective vaccines that can protect adults from serious health risks. Here are seven essential ones to keep on your radar. …

Most people would have had a mouth ulcer at some point—a tiny, painful sore that makes eating or talking difficult.  Most of the time, it heals on its own, in a week or two and is soon forgotten.  But what if the small sore does not go away?  Or it keeps coming back?  Is it joined by others?  Could your …