Health

The term bone marrow transplant (BMT) leaves most people alarmed and confused.  In India, it is understandably associated with severe illnesses, lengthy hospital stays, and arduous procedures.  The terror and mystery mar a life-saving treatment that provides patients, particularly children and young adults, with a second chance at life, when the body’s blood-making machine fails. Bone marrow is the soft, …

Tobacco and alcohol are frequently discussed when talk about head and neck cancer.  However, another participant is emerging—quieter, less well-known, but increasingly dangerous: the Human Papillomavirus, or HPV. HPV has long been connected with cervical cancer in women, but is now recognized as a substantial cause of head and neck cancers, particularly oropharyngeal malignancies that affect the tonsils and back …

Tobacco smoking is one of the leading causes of death and disease in India, harming nearly every organ of the body. Cigarette and bidi smokers face dramatically higher risks of lung cancer, heart disease, stroke, and chronic lung illnesses like COPD. In fact, smoking and second-hand smoke kill about 1.2 million Indians each year. Doctors note that smokers often die …

Heart care was once considered the exclusive privilege of metropolitan dwellers. A person experiencing chest discomfort, or requiring sophisticated cardiac surgery in a small town would be rushed to the closest major metropolis. Such journeys entailed more than money; they cost time, energy, and, in unfortunate cases, lives. However, there is a perceptible change. India’s Tier II cities now present …

We live in a world where food is no longer just food. It’s morality, identity, trend, and often, trauma. Somewhere along the way, eating became more about rules than nourishment. Carbs are the enemy one week, fat the next. And oils like palm oil? They’re not just frowned upon, they’re villainised. But let’s take a breath. Because what we now …

Autoimmune conditions occur when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues instead of targeting harmful invaders like viruses or bacteria. While these conditions are often associated with adults, children can be affected too—sometimes in subtle ways that make early detection difficult. Since timely diagnosis can make a big difference in managing symptoms and preventing long-term damage, it’s important …

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 …