Category: Health

As the world observes Cervical Health Awareness Month in January 2026, healthcare in India is witnessing a shift toward “Integrated Wellness.” As cervical cancer remains one of the leading preventable cancers among women worldwide, medical experts increasingly emphasise that prevention extends beyond screening and vaccination to include immunity, gut health, stress management and everyday lifestyle choices. […]

As wearable devices powered by artificial intelligence increasingly claim to offer insights into brain health, neurologists warn that consumer gadgets still fall far short of diagnosing or directly monitoring neurological diseases. While smartwatches, rings and sensor-based devices can track certain body signals, experts warn that while these devices are excellent for wellness tracking, there is a […]

As the Indian government prepares to unveil the Union Budget 2026 on February 1, the healthcare sector is closely watching whether fiscal priorities will align with the growing burden of non-communicable diseases, rising healthcare costs, infrastructure gaps and the need for stronger domestic manufacturing. The sector stands at a critical crossroads. Following the 2025-26 allocation of […]

Nearly ten years after American diplomats in Cuba first began reporting unexplained neurological symptoms, Havana Syndrome is one again back under the lens. The development follows revelations that the United States Defense Department has been testing a mysterious device believed by some investigators to be capable of triggering the condition, reported CNN this week. What we […]

According to state government officials, the two patients had recently visited Purba Bardhaman for personal reasons. In response, authorities have launched contact-tracing efforts spanning the districts of North 24 Parganas, Purba Bardhaman, and Nadia The Central government has formed a national joint outbreak response team after two cases of Nipah virus were detected in West Bengal. […]

The new year is a time when many try to start new, good habits and commit to improving health and wellness. But resolutions, lofty as they may be, can turn daunting quickly with all the advice and sometimes contradicting information coming at you from news reports, advertisers, influencers, friends and even politicians. But they don’t have […]

Who does not like a warm shower after an overly exhausting day? The stress washes away as the warm water cascades down your neck and back. The smell of your favourite body wash somehow settles the mind. Now, add flipping the switch to the mix. Our brains are nearly fried with the amount of stimulation it […]

Months after recovering from Covid-19, many Indians are confronting an unexpected and deeply distressing after-effect, persistent and excessive hair loss. Dermatology clinics across the country continue to report a steady stream of patients alarmed by sudden shedding that begins weeks after infection, long after other symptomshave faded. Doctors say the phenomenon, linked to the body’s stress […]

Thyroid disorders are increasingly common in India but often remain undiagnosed due to subtle symptoms and persistent myths. Firstpost brings expert insights on warning signs, risk factors, screening needs and why early detection is crucial to preventing long-term complications. Thyroid dysfunction has reached the proportions of a quiet epidemic in India, currently affecting upwards of 40 […]

Glaucoma is quietly emerging as one of India’s most serious and under-recognised public health challenges, threatening the eyesight of millions without warning. Often progressing without pain, redness or early visual symptoms, the disease irreversibly damages the optic nerve, stealing vision so gradually that many realise the loss only when it is too late to reverse. With […]