People suffering from Long COVID face a higher risk of developing heart-related diseases, including arrhythmias and coronary artery disease, a new study has found
Indian scientists have uncovered a new bacterial transcription mechanism, challenging a long-held theory and offering fresh insights to tackle Tuberculosis and drug-resistant infections
People with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) face a 71 pc higher risk of cardiovascular events or death, with obesity further increasing the risk, a new study has found
The flight subsequently landed safely in New Delhi, with the passenger reported to be in stable condition
The first saw a 36-year-old man from Baikhora in South Tripura district underwent a kidney transplant, receiving the organ from his 33-year-old childhood friend
The raid is part of ongoing efforts to curb food adulteration, with the Telangana government planning a dedicated enforcement mechanism. Commissioner V C. Sajjanar emphasized zero tolerance for food adulteration
Despite undergoing multiple procedures earlier, he continued to experience disabling pain that affected both his mobility and long-term joint health
In Kano, Hidaa Ghaddar is breaking barriers as the only woman coaching an all-male football team. Through her Breakthrough Football Academy, she is helping young people stay away from drugs and crime while nurturing talent and promoting education in a region grappling with unemployment and substance abuse
BJP MLA Vipin Singh Parmar criticised the Himachal Pradesh government for prioritising costly robotic surgery over basic healthcare needs. He highlighted staff shortages, lack of medicines, and infrastructure gaps, questioning the benefits of expensive technology
The man had been suffering from severe pain in both knees for the past three to four months and was finding it increasingly difficult to walk before he got the surgery done
For over two and a half months, the patient suffered from intense headaches that severely affected his daily life, making it difficult for him to sit, work, or carry out routine activities before being diagnose with a disorder
In India, fever is often brushed off casually. “Just viral." “Wait it out." “Rest and basic medication", but the diagnostic data is alarming
For over two and a half months, the patient suffered from intense headaches that severely affected his daily life, making it difficult for him to sit, work, or carry out routine activities before being diagnose with a disorder
31 March,2026 03:53 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondentIn India, fever is often brushed off casually. “Just viral." “Wait it out." “Rest and basic medication", but the diagnostic data is alarming
31 March,2026 03:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA study published in the European Heart Journal suggests that just a few minutes of vigorous physical activity daily can significantly reduce the risk of eight major conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, and dementia. Even 15–20 minutes a week of intense activity showed notable health benefits
31 March,2026 03:15 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIMoving beyond medical gaslighting, new 2026 protocols offer non-invasive saliva tests and specialised mapping to catch endometriosis in its infancy
31 March,2026 10:22 AM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai AgarwalThe minister stated that while overall obesity is rising among both men and women, the prevalence of abdominal obesity remains disproportionately high and acts as an independent determinant of cardiometabolic risk
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Amid an all-year-round season, and the Indian Premier League almost here, the cricket fever is always around us, even in office. But did you know you could do the very same exercises that you see the players do on the field to help you at the workplace, especially if you spend long hours seated at the desk
The analysis produced evidence on the effect of de-prescribing preventive medications, such as antihypertensives, statins and antidiabetics, compared to continuing clinical, physiological, safety, and patient-centred outcomes among older adults
27 March,2026 03:34 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Experts warn that genital tuberculosis is a common cause of infertility, more commonly in women
26 March,2026 11:21 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The drugs controller, in collaboration with state regulators, has initiated a series of targeted actions to curb possible malpractices across the pharmaceutical supply chain and prevent unauthorised sales and use
24 March,2026 11:52 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Alzheimer's disease is currently diagnosed by measuring amyloid plaques and tau tangles, formed due to accumulation of amyloid and tau proteins in one's brain, in blood or spinal fluid
23 March,2026 04:58 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
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Dr Lancelot Pinto, consultant pulmonologist and epidemiologist at the P.D.Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre, sheds light on effects of poor air quality and what early warning signs we must pay attention to. In a chat with mid-day, he also spoke about the city’s deteriorating air quality and its possible connection with the increase in lifestyle diseases, the risks linked to exposure to air pollution, and the efficacy of masks and air purifiers, impact of construction dust on health and lifestyle of the citizens among other things.
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