Health

Liver cancer has traditionally been seen as a condition that affects older adults, often linked to heavy drinking or long-term hepatitis infections. However, a concerning trend is emerging in India: more young people—many who don’t drink alcohol and don’t have viral infections—are being diagnosed with liver cancer. This quiet increase is changing our understanding of liver health and who is …

Despite the tremendous medical progress, we have achieved, one truth that continues to challenge our healthcare system – early detection saves lives, but not everyone gets the chance to be screened in time. In India’s underserved and remote regions, barriers such as financial constraints, limited infrastructure, and lack of awareness still prevent several people from accessing timely cancer screening. The result? …

Caregivers are the unsung heroes who selflessly support their close ones throughout their health battles, often putting their own needs aside. When cancer strikes, their emotional and financial resilience is tested, making their role even more crucial and challenging. It is this journey that no one should walk alone, and in India today, the shadow of this disease is lengthening, …

The first 1,000 days of a child’s life, ie. from conception to the second birthday are the most critical window for brain development, immunity building, and lifelong health. During this brief period, nearly 80% of brain development occurs, and the immune system learns how to fight off infections that it will encounter throughout childhood. Nutrition, nurturing care, and protection against …

Lung cancer remains a formidable global health challenge, accounting for a significant proportion of cancer-related mortality. In India, it is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths, particularly among men, though recent years have seen a worrying rise among non-smokers as well. The National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP) underscores its growing incidence, closely linked to environmental pollution, occupational exposure, …

Each year, on November 12, we observe World Pneumonia Day to raise awareness about one of the most serious and often overlooked respiratory infections. Pneumonia, an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs, is a leading cause of death among children under five and the elderly, particularly in low- and middle-income countries like India. According to …

Did you know that the liver, often overlooked, is the body’s largest internal organ? As a vital powerhouse, it plays a pivotal role in synthesizing bile, storing glycogen for energy, metabolizing nutrients, detoxifying harmful substances, and regulating blood clotting. However, despite its importance, liver disease remains a formidable global health challenge, claiming millions of lives annually. In India, the burden …

Mitochondrial‑derived peptides (MDPs) represent an emerging class of ultra‑short peptides encoded within the mitochondrial genome. Among the most studied are Humanin, MOTS‑c, and small Humanin‑like peptides (SHLPs). Studies suggest that these micro‑peptides may act as inter-organellar messengers, retrograde signaling molecules, and modulators of cellular homeostasis. This article presents an original synthesis of real scientific findings and explores how these compounds …

As we go about achieving meaningful things and inventing new technology and solutions, there is something that people are forgetting in this daily hustle. The rush for competition and money is making them ignore the most precious value in human life – ‘the body’. From kids to adults, everyone is so invested and busy that it has led to significant …

Dr Nipun Sharma,CEO, TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship Across India, state governments are taking bold steps to enhance employability and prepare a workforce equipped for future industry demands. With a strong focus on ease of doing business, industrialisation, and attracting foreign investments, states are investing in creating a skilled talent pool by linking skilling programs directly to market requirements and embedding practical, …