Health

President Murmu inaugurates Yashoda Medicity, calls for quality and inclusive healthcare for all

President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday said that healthcare is an integral part of national development, and no citizen should be deprived of effective medical services.

Sound therapy: How music can ease pain from surgery and illness

Most of us have believed that painkillers are the only way to reduce pain after a major surgery or illness. Now, scientists have figured that listening to music can reduce the illusion of pain. In UC San Diego Health, Nurse Rod Salaysay takes the help of his guitar and ukulele to make patients feel better

Polio-free but not risk-free: How cuts to polio surveillance could impact India’s disease preparedness

Eleven years after India was declared polio-free, doctors warn against the gradual closure of the National Polio Surveillance Network (NPSN). Experts say continued monitoring is crucial to prevent the re-emergence of wild and vaccine-derived poliovirus, especially as neighbouring countries report new cases.

Dr explains: What a silent stroke is and how it can affect your brain over time

The dangers of silent strokes—covert brain injuries that can impair memory, cognition and coordination. Firstpost brings out expert view on early detection through MRI scans, regular health checks and lifestyle changes that can help prevent long-term neurological damage.

Can the ‘military sleep method’ help you fall asleep in 2 mins?

The military sleep method, as the name suggests, is meant to help military personnel prime their body for sleep, regardless of the environment. While it is a catchy way to package healthy sleep techniques, in practice, it’s a blend of tools already grounded in sleep science: relaxation, breathing, and visualisation. How useful is it for those struggling to fall asleep?

Rethinking doctor count: The story of a WHO 'norm' that it never prescribed

WHO has denied ever recommending a 1:1,000 doctor-population ratio, warning that workforce planning should reflect national health needs

Poop cameras are the new health fad. Are they simply a waste?

Bathroom brand Kohler has unveiled a smart toilet camera that actually analyses what you flush. Called Dekoda, the smart device uses sensors and AI to study your waste and offer health insights such as your hydration levels and your gut health. The tracker costs Rs 55,722 (approx USD 599)

Doctor says short squat breaks beat long walks for better health

Apollo neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar says short bursts of movement, like doing ten squats every 45 minutes, can be more effective than a single long walk in managing blood sugar and improving heart health for people who sit for long hours.

Going bonkers over boba? Why you shouldn’t be drinking bubble tea every day

Who doesn’t love bursting those bubbles while drinking boba tea? However, a new study may make you rethink your obsession. High levels of lead have been found in some of America’s bubble tea products

Air pollution-linked dementia kills 625,000 a year, 29% of such deaths: Study

The study indicates that fine particulate matter and other air pollutants are not only devastating lung and cardiovascular health but are also accelerating neurodegenerative diseases like dementia on a massive scale

India goes digital to track cough syrup ingredients after child deaths

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has directed regulators and manufacturers to register in the Online National Drug Licensing System (ONDLS) portal for real-time monitoring of solvent batches

Measles outbreak in US: Utah and Arizona hardest hit with over 100 known cases

Over 100 measles cases surge in Utah and Arizona as declining vaccination rates and exemptions spark concerns over the return of this once-eliminated virus.

mRNA Covid vaccines may boost cancer survival: Study

People with advanced skin and lung cancers who received mRNA Covid-19 vaccines within 100 days of starting immunotherapy lived nearly twice as long as people who did not get vaccinated within this time, according to a study.

Ditch gyms: Why bodyweight training is all you need to stay fit

Every now and then, we promise ourselves to focus on fitness. However, not all of us can take out time to pay the hefty fees to go to the gym. From push-ups to squats, bodyweight training has become a popular way of exercise that can be done anywhere and is free