Category: Health
How doctors are adapting to the digital transformation of healthcare – Firstpost
As AI, telemedicine and digital tools transform healthcare, doctors are adapting to a tech-driven future while preserving the human touch. Experts say technology can enhance care but empathy, intuition and doctor-patient relationships remain essential in modern medicine’s evolving role. read more As technology continues to transform healthcare at an unprecedented pace, doctors are learning to walk […]
Your screen is making you sick? Experts call for digital detox as screen time fuels health crisis – Firstpost
Doctors across specialties are calling for digital detox as screen-related stress, sleep issues and anxiety surge in 2025. Experts explain how intentional disconnection from devices can reset brain chemistry, improve sleep and boost emotional health—making unplugging a modern, science-backed prescription for well-being. read more Haunted by unread books or a dusty yoga mat in the corner? […]
How eating the dairy product before bed can give you nightmares – Firstpost
Charlotte Gupta, CQUniversity Australia Have you heard people say eating cheese before bed will cause you to have vivid dreams or nightmares? It’s a relatively common idea. And this week, a new study has landed this suggestion back in the spotlight. But is it true? Let’s unpack the evidence. What does the study say? Canadian researchers […]
Why medication on an empty stomach can be fatal – Firstpost
Shefali Jariwala’s unexpected passing due to cardiac arrest at the age of 42 came as a shock. While the exact cause of her death is still under investigation, many reports point towards her taking medications and Vitamin C IVs on an empty stomach on the day of her death. How dangerous is this practice? read more […]
Is Covid vaccine to blame? – Firstpost
Heart attack-related deaths have gone up alarmingly in Karnataka’s Hassan district. In the past 40 days, 23 people have died after suffering heart attacks. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has now set up a team of experts, led by Dr Ravindranath from the Jayadeva Institute, to find out what is behind the spike. The panel has been […]
Was the actor taking glutathione injections? Are they safe? – Firstpost
The recent death of actor and model Shefali Jariwala has fuelled questions about the health risks linked to anti-ageing treatments. While the exact cause of her death is still under investigation, initial reports suggest that she had been regularly taking anti-ageing injections, including glutathione. In recent years, glutathione has been heavily promoted in beauty clinics for […]
Did anti-ageing drugs cause BP to fall? – Firstpost
Trying to be beautiful can be deadly. The sudden death of actor-model Shefali Jariwala is another cautionary tale in this saga. On Saturday (June 28), India woke up to the news of the death of the 42-year-old, best known for her appearance in the video of the hit remix of the song Kaanta Laga and reality […]
How your doctor stays fit, calm and resilient beyond the hospital walls – Firstpost
As the world embraces healthier living in 2025, the advice doctors offer their patients takes on deeper meaning when viewed through the lens of their own lives. Often seen as the custodians of public health, physicians face intense schedules, emotional strain and unpredictable hours, yet many still find ways to prioritise their well-being. Their personal choices […]
Doctors call for pre-monsoon malaria vigilance – Firstpost
As summer sets in, doctors warn that heat, stagnant water and increased outdoor exposure are driving malaria risks higher. With the WHO flagging seasonal shifts and behavioural patterns as key contributors, timely prevention and awareness can help avert pre-monsoon outbreaks. read more As temperatures rise across India, health experts are raising alarms over malaria transmission during […]
How nightmares can lead to early death – Firstpost
New research has shown that people who experience nightmares on a weekly basis are three times more likely to die early than those who rarely or never have them. Not only this, but having frequent scary dreams may actually accelerate our body’s ageing process. But why does this happen? read more We’ve all had those scary […]
