Category: Health

A growing Omega-3 deficiency is raising risks of heart disease and diabetes with experts pointing to diet patterns and low intake of key fatty acids. A growing body of research shows that a widespread deficiency in Omega-3 fatty acids, essential nutrients known for their protective effects on the heart and metabolism is quietly affecting millions worldwide […]

Excessive caffeine consumption from energy drinks can raise the risk of stroke, heart rhythm disorders and dehydration, doctors warn, urging moderation and awareness of hidden stimulants. A recent case in the United Kingdom where a 50-year-old man reportedly suffered a stroke after consuming eight energy drinks a day has renewed concerns among doctors over the underestimated […]

Chronic stress may not cause thyroid disease, but doctors warn it can disrupt hormone balance and worsen symptoms. Experts explain the stress–thyroid link, warning signs and ways to protect thyroid health. In our modern, high-decibel world, stress is often dismissed as a mere mental burden, a side effect of a busy calendar or a demanding boss. […]

The journey to parenthood is often paved with dreams of soft smiles and healthy milestones. Yet, for nearly 8 million families globally each year, that dream is met with the complex reality of a birth defect. In India alone, an estimated 1.7 million children are born annually with congenital anomalies, accounting for roughly 7% of all […]

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2026–27 on February 1, healthcare leaders are calling for policy continuity, deeper capacity building and sustained focus on prevention rather than headline-driven announcements. With India’s disease burden increasingly dominated by non-communicable and lifestyle-related illnesses, industry experts argue that the next phase of healthcare reform must […]

Thyroid cancer often shows subtle early symptoms that are easy to miss. Here are seven key warning signs, when to seek medical advice and why early detection can significantly improve treatment outcomes. Often called a “silent” malignancy, thyroid cancer typically takes root in the small, butterfly-shaped gland at the base of your neck. While this organ […]

Orthopaedic treatment is shifting as regenerative therapies focus on biological healing rather than mechanical repair. Firstpost talked to expert to know how PRP, stem cells and biologics are being used for joint pain, sports injuries and osteoarthritis. Orthopaedic care is undergoing a paradigm shift, moving beyond the “hardware and hinges” approach of traditional surgery toward regenerative […]

Chikungunya cases tend to rise during the monsoon season, causing high fever and severe joint pain that may last for months. Firstpost talked to expert to understand the nuances of this viral infection and how patients can navigate the recovery process effectively. As monsoon showers bring relief from the summer heat, they also mark the return […]

Rusted nails hold used infusion tubes on the wall of a clinic run by one among hundreds of thousands of unqualified doctors operating across Pakistan. Dozens of patients visit the small roadside shop each day in the southern Sindh province, where a few chairs are arranged around wooden tables used to lay patients down. “These patients […]

From Pacific islands to global fallout, a new report traces how decades of nuclear testing left a silent health crisis that still haunts millions worldwide A new report warns that nuclear weapons testing between 1945 and 2017 has left a deadly legacy affecting people around the world, contributing to at least four million premature deaths from […]