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A number of social and legal options can be considered if the girl is willing but parents are refusing the marriage There have been many cases where two individuals want to marry, but the girl’s family is opposed to the relationship and their marriage. This can be a difficult time for the girl and boy, their families and social groups. …

Imagine your lungs are like balloons, helping you breathe in oxygen and release carbon dioxide. Now, imagine if these balloons became stiff and couldn’t expand properly. That’s what happens in a condition called Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). What is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis? IPF is a serious disease that causes scarring (fibrosis) of the lungs. Over time, this scarring makes the …

The brain is frequently referred to as the human body’s command centre—a delicate, amazing organ that regulates everything from memory and movement, to emotion and creativity.   When a serious illness, such as a brain tumour, affects this powerful system, it is more than a medical diagnosis.   It disrupts the very core of who the individual is. Brain tumours were once …

~Don’t ignore symptoms like cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, and abnormal bleeding during periods~ Talegaon: Ovarian cancer is among the most life-threatening cancers in women, ranking fourth in cancer-related deaths globally. Its incidence is steadily rising each year. The disease begins when abnormal cells in the ovaries start multiplying uncontrollably, eventually forming a cancerous tumor that can spread to nearby tissues and …

  Authored by Dr. Pinaki Mahato, Consultant – Medical Oncology, HCG Cancer Centre, Vadodara Time & age are two common factors that affect the transformation of our skin. Every individual has certain unique skin features, moles or freckles being the most common ones. Usually, moles appear as birthmarks and do not pose any cause for concern. Moles, most known as …

Boycotting palm oil won’t solve India’s health problems or serve its interests Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modiji’s clarion call to curb obesity has reignited discussions on responsible consumption and healthy eating habits. He urged Indians to cut down edible oil consumption by 10%, citing the country’s rising obesity rates. This reduction is crucial since the average Indian consumes 19.7 kg of …

A routine evening took a serious turn for a young couple in their 20s when their three-month-old baby was noticed to have mild abdominal distension and persistent crying—initially assumed to be a case of infantile colic. However, upon further evaluation, the child was diagnosed with Thalassemia Major, a severe inherited blood disorder that requires lifelong monthly blood transfusions to sustain …

  (Ms Anusree Singapur, MSc Genetic Counseling; Genetic Counselor, Milann Fertility and Birthing Hospital, Bengaluru) A triple chromosome 21 causes the genetic disorder known as Down syndrome.  With several health ramifications, this additional genetic material influences both cognitive and physical development.  Couples with a history of genetic conditions or fertility challenges may face increased risks. However, Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) …

The Healing Circle’ Takes on Female Pleasure Myths with Lisa Mangaldas, Niharika Lyra Dutt, and expert Dr. Pragya Arora In a world where male pleasure is widely accepted, female pleasure remains cloaked in misunderstanding, stigma, and neglect. Episode 6 of The Healing Circle, hosted by Janice Sequeira and powered by coto, an emotional wellness platform— fearlessly confronts the deep-rooted silence …

Sana Raees Khan who’s often hailed by many as one of the finest Supreme court lawyers and fashionista celebrities in the country is currently making headlines for all the right reasons. Ideally known as the quintessential ‘beauty with brain’, Sana Raees Khan managed to turn heads big time recently at the Times Fashion Week in Gurgaon, Delhi. Yes, that’s right. …