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More and more women in their late 30s or early 40s are entering perimenopause earlier than expected. Symptoms of menopause are also becoming more intense and prolonged NEW DELHI / October 15, 2025: More and more women in their late 30s or early 40s in India are entering perimenopause – the natural transitional phase leading up to menopause marked by hormonal …

Every October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, commonly known as Pink Month, shines a spotlight on a health crisis that affects countless lives in India. According to the Indian Council of Medical Research’s (ICMR) National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP), breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women, contributing to nearly one-third of all female cancer cases in certain regions. Amid these statistics, Erika King, MD ’19, St. …

Migraines are more than just headaches. They can be disabling. The pain affects vision, speech, balance, and energy. For some, it begins with a dull throb. For others, it hits like a wave and does not let go for hours. But what many people miss is the role of routine. Small daily habits may quietly trigger big episodes of migraine …

Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women globally and in India 1 in 8 women likely to develop breast cancer during their lifetime 60% of Indian patients diagnosed at advanced stages (Stage III & IV) due to late screening  Experts emphasize awareness, self-examination, and timely screening as key to survival   Hyderabad, October 13, 2025: On the occasion of Breast …

Retina diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and retinopathy of prematurity cause significant vision loss in India and globally. According to the The Lancet, Global health report, approximately 3 million people aged 40 years or older have vision-threatening diabetic retinopathy (VTDR) in India, with a higher prevalence in those with known diabetes residing in high and middle epidemiological …

Feminine wellness, fitness, skincare, and nutrition usually take center stage. One area to give equal, and possibly greater, attention, however, is that of breast health. As breast cancer is one of the most prevalent types of cancer in women all over the world, it is crucial to develop a routine that focuses on early detection and early prevention. Experts believe …

Currently, right from children to adults, all are glued to the screen. Indeed, the extended screen time can take a toll on the eyes. Hence, understand that early detection and preventive care are key in protecting vision, especially as digital screen use continues to rise across all age groups. Here, the expert explains vital tips that everyone should follow and …

The Nobel Peace Prize today stands at a crossroads between moral aspiration and geopolitical performance. Using the Dominion vs Dharma framework, this essay argues that the Prize’s prestige in the 21st century depends on whether it continues to legitimate coercive “peace”—sanctions, militarised diplomacy, and externally driven regime change—or re-centres its moral purpose on justice and balance. Drawing on CodePink’s critique …

Every year, on October 10, the world observes World Mental Health Day. We talk about self-care and balance, yet rarely consider what’s on our plates. As journalist Palki Sharma noted, “We’ve made stress fashionable and food mechanical. It’s no wonder our minds are tired before our bodies are.” The fats we eat can either strengthen our minds or quietly weaken …

In a country where conversations about health care are frequently cloaked in shame, a few topics are more veiled in mystery than others. One such unattended, important problem in men is prostate health, specifically in India. With an increase in the proportion of prostate diseases such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostate cancer, most Indian men tend to hesitate …