Category: Health

Once considered extremely rare, appendix cancer is now showing a worrying rise particularly among younger adults. New research suggests that cases have quadrupled in recent decades with many detected at advanced stages due to vague or absent symptoms. As awareness remains low and early detection difficult, understanding the signs, risk factors and treatment pathways becomes critical. […]

After more than three years of work, WHO’s expert group was unable to get the necessary data to evaluate whether or not Covid-19 was the result of a lab accident read more An expert group charged by the World Health Organization to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic started released its final report Friday, reaching an unsatisfying […]

Maharashtra on Friday recorded 13 new cases of Covid-19, which took the tally of infections to 2,462, and one death read more Maharashtra reported 13 new Covid-19 cases on Friday, taking the total number of infections this year to 2,462, according to the state health department. One death was also recorded — a 65-year-old woman with […]

We’ve all seen strange wellness trends pop up online, but this one might just take the cake. A bizarre video recently went viral featuring Nupur Pittie, a woman from Pune who identifies herself on Instagram as a “medicine-free life coach.” In the clip, she’s seen using her own urine to rinse her eyes, confidently claiming that […]

A woman from the French Caribbean territory of Guadeloupe has been confirmed as the only known person in the world to possess a newly classified blood group — now officially recognised as the 48th blood group system. The new blood group has been named “Gwada negative”, after a local nickname for the islands of Guadeloupe. The […]

At least 29% of young adults in Delhi show signs of lung damage in routine CT scans, including bronchiectasis and emphysema, according to a study. Experts link this to pollution, smoking and delayed diagnosis, urging early screening and public health focus on respiratory wellness. read more A review by Mahajan Imaging & Labs has flagged a […]

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is rising among Indian women, especially in urban areas. This article explores its symptoms, diagnostic challenges, and how new tools like the AMH+ test offer accurate, non-invasive early detection—empowering women to manage their reproductive health more effectively and proactively. read more Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) has emerged as one of the most prevalent […]

After Mounjaro, another weight loss jab has made its entry into Indian markets. Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk on Tuesday (June 24) launched its popular weight-loss drug Wegovy in India. The drug semaglutide, marketed under the brand name Wegovy, will be available in the form of injections to be administered once a week. Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, […]

In a shocking revelation, Bollywood’s ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ Salman Khan said that he is battling three serious medical conditions — brain aneurysm, AV malformation, and trigeminal neuralgia. The 59-year-old legendary actor made this revelation during his appearance on the first episode of Netflix’s The Great Indian Kapil Show, casually mentioning these conditions while speaking to comedian and […]

Fitness enthusiasts have debated the question for decades: is it better to do cardio before or after lifting weights? Until recently, the answer has largely been down to preference – with some enjoying a jog to warm up before hitting the weights, while others believe lifting first is better for burning fat. But a new study […]