Stress during pregnancy can cause preterm birth, low birth weight and developmental issues in the child. Mothers experiencing chronic stress may be more prone to conditions such as gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, informs Dr Preethika Shetty
19 April,2024 05:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Without a specialised census focused on individuals living with neurodivergence, they'll never be important enough for the government, shares Mugdha Kalra. An autism activist and mother, she works to tackle systemic issues that impede the progress of neurodivergent children
18 April,2024 09:36 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi
Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a form of gastrointestinal disorder. It is most commonly reported among young people in the age group of 20-40 due to increased stress, sedentary lifestyle, and poor dietary choices
14 April,2024 12:22 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Understanding this risk-benefit trade-off for seafood consumption is important for people making decisions about diet, especially for vulnerable populations such as pregnant women and children
12 April,2024 05:43 PM IST | London | IANS
About one in three Indians is pre-diabetic, two in three are pre-hypertensive, and one in 10 suffers from depression, reveals a recent Health of Nation Report by Apollo Hospitals
09 April,2024 01:26 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
The next-generation technology, named 'NeuM' (Neuronal Membrane-selective), enables successful monitoring of neuronal changes for up to 72 hours, said the team from the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST)
08 April,2024 03:37 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Researchers have found an association between people who are unemployed, uninsured, or do not have education beyond high school, lack of proper sleep, and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease
03 April,2024 04:12 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Om, a Bengaluru-based autistic child was denied health cover for his pneumonia treatment owing to his developmental condition. His case sheds light on how Indian insurance companies are breaching IRDAI regulations by refusing coverage or denying claims of individuals living with neurodivergent conditions
01 April,2024 09:36 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie Rizvi
Election call
Patients share their experiences with bipolar disorder, highlighting the need for early diagnosis and improved support systems
01 April,2024 07:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Eshan Kalyanikar
World Bipolar Day
Be it familial, or friendly, our relationships keep us afloat, and for individuals with mental health issues, it may prove tough to maintain social relationships. On World Bipolar day, we asked an expert to further our understanding, and share individual practices that can aid in navigating healthy social relationships
31 March,2024 08:20 AM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai AgarwalADVERTISEMENT
