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IIT-Madras develops 30-min test to detect pre-eclampsia early in pregnancy

The portable device uses advanced fiber optic tech to detect key biomarkers in a drop of blood, enabling early diagnosis of pre-eclampsia in pregnant women

India's first dengue vaccine Qdenga to launch in 2026: Check details here

Qdenga (TAK-003), India's first dengue vaccine, expected to launch in 2026 after local trials; WHO-approved jab offers two-dose protection against all four dengue strains

New study finds repeated Covid-19 vaccines are safe for your metabolism

A 16-month Australian study finds no adverse impact of repeated Covid vaccinations on metabolism, inflammation, or cardiovascular markers

Love eating chicken? Here's how it could quietly raise your cancer risk

Eating more than 300 grams of chicken per week could significantly increase your risk of gastrointestinal cancers, with men appearing particularly vulnerable, researchers say

Paresh Rawal may have drunk urine, but here's why doctors don't want you to

Paresh Rawal's claim of drinking urine to heal a knee injury draws strong warnings from doctors, who cite serious health risks and no scientific evidence

How ground-level ozone is making Delhi's air more deadly for residents

Ground-level ozone breached safe limits daily across Delhi-NCR this summer, exposing millions to serious respiratory risks and worsening the city's air quality

Ayushman Vay Vandana: Delhi launches ₹10 lakh health cover for elderly

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta launches Ayushman Vay Vandana scheme offering ₹10 lakh cover for citizens aged 70 and above, combining central and state contributions

World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2025: Role of AI and digitalisation

The ILO's 2025 safety report highlights how AI and digitalisation are transforming occupational safety while also warning of new risks from automation and surveillance

World Day for Safety and Health at Work: Why it matters and how it began

World Day for Safety and Health at Work 2025: Observed every year on April 28, the day highlights the importance of creating safer and healthier workplaces for everyone

Brain rot and screen overload: How your phone may be wrecking your focus

Endless scrolling may feel harmless, but experts warn it can erode attention span, memory, and mental clarity-here's how to recognise and reverse the damage

Liver myths busted: What about detox water, turmeric, alcohol, fruit juice?

Fact-check Friday: From turmeric fears to water detox delusions, leading gastroenterologist Dr Gourdas Choudhuri clears the air on widespread liver health myths

Raw egg mayo banned in Tamil Nadu: Here's what makes it risky for health

Tamil Nadu bans raw egg mayonnaise for a year citing risks of foodborne infections like Salmonella and broader health threats like fatty liver and obesity-related disorders

How India's vaccine programme ensures access for all, even remote areas

World Immunisation Week 2025: India's Universal Immunisation Programme targets over 50 million beneficiaries each year, with new digital tools aimed at closing the access gap

Anaemic during pregnancy? Here's why your baby's heart could be at risk

UK study finds that mums with anaemia early in pregnancy have a 47% higher chance of their babies being born with a heart condition. Here's why early care matters

Sharmila Tagore diagnosed with zero-stage lung cancer: What it means

Sharmila Tagore's cancer was diagnosed in 2023 and removed surgically without chemotherapy, says daughter Soha Ali Khan

World Immunisation Week 2025: Vaccines save 6 lives a minute, says WHO

World Immunisation Week 2025: WHO's global health campaign reaffirms the power of vaccines in protecting lives and communities; here's all you need to know

Working in AC and facing summer heat? Eight tips to stay fit and energised

Sudden shifts between air conditioning and summer heat can harm your health-here's how office-goers can stay protected and energised

What is Type 5 diabetes? IDF recognises malnutrition-linked condition

Long overlooked and often misdiagnosed, Type 5 diabetes, caused by malnutrition-linked reduced insulin production, has finally gained official recognition

India's oil intake has tripled-how much is too much for your health?

India's per capita oil intake has jumped to 23.5 kg a year-nearly twice the ICMR's limit-raising health concerns over obesity, heart disease, and diabetes

Ayushman Bharat hospital list: How to check free treatment near you

Learn how to use official portals to find empanelled hospitals near you under Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY and access up to ₹5 lakh in free healthcare benefits