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Stress affecting family planning and pregnancy in predominantly 30-40 yrs of age

Stress affecting family planning and pregnancy in predominantly 30-40 yrs of age

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
UP SDMA issues heatwave advisory for voters

UP SDMA issues heatwave advisory for voters

The Uttar Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has issued an advisory for voters, especially senior citizens and individuals with special needs, in anticipation of the impending heatwave and high temperatures expected during the polling days

19 April,2024 04:03 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Italian designer Roberto Cavalli passes away at 83 due to prolonged illness

Italian designer Roberto Cavalli passes away at 83 due to prolonged illness

Known for his flamboyant style, veteran Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli has passed away. He was 83

13 April,2024 10:11 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
Cancer to lifestyle diseases: Homoeopathy for effective treatment of illnesses

Mid-Day Premium Cancer to lifestyle diseases: Homoeopathy for effective treatment of illnesses

On World Homoeopathy Day 2024, two experts answer some frequently asked questions on the effectiveness of homoeopathy and also state why more people should opt for this school of medicine

10 April,2024 09:33 AM IST | Mumbai | Aakanksha Ahire
‘Drafting a living will safeguards your right to live and die with dignity’

Mid-Day Premium ‘Drafting a living will safeguards your right to live and die with dignity’

A living will promises autonomy of your own life, takes off a huge burden from your family members and doctors, and allows you to live your last days with dignity. If you haven’t drafted a living will already or are blissfully unaware of it, this World Health Day, let legal experts tell you what it is and why you should consider filing one

07 April,2024 07:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Aakanksha Ahire
Doctors caution on heat-related illness as mercury set to reach 40 degrees C

Doctors caution on heat-related illness as mercury set to reach 40 degrees C

As mercury is set to reach 40 degrees Celsius, doctors on Saturday advised caution on heat-related illness

06 April,2024 01:21 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Ketogenic diet may improve severe mental illness: Research

Ketogenic diet may improve severe mental illness: Research

The research states that a ketogenic diet can provide ketones as an alternative fuel to glucose for a brain with energy dysfunction

02 April,2024 02:39 PM IST | California | ANI
How to break the news of a serious illness? We share a useful guide

How to break the news of a serious illness? We share a useful guide

Breaking the news of a serious or critical illness to your loved ones is never easy, as the Princess of Wales, Catherine recently admitted in a video message. Here’s a useful guide on how to sensitively share the uncomfortable truth

01 April,2024 08:16 AM IST | Mumbai | Anindita Paul
A guide to navigating social relationships for individuals with bipolar disorder

Mid-Day Premium A guide to navigating social relationships for individuals with bipolar disorder

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 Agarwal
Natural and non-chemical alternatives to mosquito repellants

Mid-Day Premium Natural and non-chemical alternatives to mosquito repellants

Did you know that chemicals emitted from mosquito repellants may pose respiratory risks when inhaled in high concentrations? Health experts discuss the consequences of exposure to mosquito repellents and offer strategies to safeguard respiratory health

20 March,2024 09:30 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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