Health

When a woman feels a lump or a young mother notices an odd change in her breast, alarm sets in, not just from the possibility of cancer, but from uncertainty. Breast cancer is often believed as a disease that strikes later in life. Yet in India, more women under 50 are being diagnosed with breast cancer, many still in the …

BY: St. George’s University India, 06 November, 2025: Prostate cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer impacting men around the world and a key focus for Men’s Health Awareness Month in November.  According to statistics, prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among Indian men after oral cancer and a major cause of cancer-related deaths. In 2022, India recorded over 42,000 …

When you get older, it’s only natural to want to age in your home and remain as independent as possible. And while this might not be feasible for some, for others, with a few small changes and adaptations, being able to remain at home isn’t just possible, it’s the perfect place to stay. But what changes can you make so …

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept confined to science fiction; it is the quiet revolution transforming the very fabric of modern medicine. Across the globe, AI-driven systems are augmenting the skills of physicians, accelerating diagnosis, personalizing treatment, and reimagining patient care with a level of precision that was once unimaginable. The marriage of human empathy with machine …

In India, where the burden of diabetes is rising steadily, one less-talked-about complication is taking root: the impact of elevated blood sugar levels on fertility. Both men and women are seeing how diabetes and its underlying metabolic disturbances can quietly undermine their ability to conceive, often before they realise it. A growing concern The prevalence of diabetes in India has soared in recent decades.  At the same time, …

30.10.2025: In the recent years, doctors have noticed a substantial increase in male infertility cases. Historically, the average sperm count has dropped significantly from approximately 113 million/ml in 1940, to 66 million/ml in 1990. Studies show that from the year 2000 onwards there is an average global decline in sperm count of approximately 2.64% per year. Male factors now account …

90% of smokers are unaware of their health status, often neglecting to monitor their blood pressure and blood sugar levels, which puts them at a much higher risk of suffering a stroke Smoking not only harms your lungs and heart, but it also increases the risk of stroke by damaging blood vessels and reducing oxygen supply to the brain Kolkata: …

Every 4 seconds, someone suffers a stroke. Every 8 seconds, someone dies from it. With 7 million deaths annually and over 160 million disability-adjusted life years lost globally, stroke remains the world’s second-leading killer. What is Stroke? A stroke is a “brain attack”—like how a heart attack affects the heart, a stroke occurs when blood supply to the brain is …

In the latest episode of Call Her Daddy podcast, fashion designer and former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham revealed her childhood struggle with Dyscalculia. Here’s what this learning disorder means. Many find mathematics challenging, but for some, it’s more than just difficulty; it’s a distinct learning difference. Even some of the world’s most influential personalities are not immune to such conditions. …

Every Minute Counts: Recognize Stroke, Act FAST Hyderabad, 28th October, 2025: 29th October is World Stroke Day 2025, observed annually to raise awareness about stroke, promote prevention, early diagnosis, and timely treatment. This year’s theme, “Every Minute Counts”, emphasizes the importance of recognizing stroke symptoms immediately and taking urgent action to prevent permanent damage. According to the World Health Organization, stroke is one of the …