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At 27, Noida man found out he had fatty liver. Why many don’t see it coming

‘I thought it was a digestive problem’: How 27-year-old’s fatty liver went unnoticed

September 1, 2026 11:03 IST

Fatty liver can quietly progress even when routine liver tests are normal. Doctors explain why its a silent disease

Doctors guided a specialised catheter into the left atrium and positioned it around the areas where these abnormal signals were originating.

At 77, he couldn’t take blood thinners: How docs treated his heart in a rare procedure

September 1, 2026 09:06 IST

Mumbai doctors combine two procedures to treat irregular heartbeat and reduce stroke risk in a patient who could not safely remain on blood-thinning medicines

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Meta’s child safety deal can change social media’s impact on children’s mental health

August 31, 2026 08:51 IST

The landmark settlement shifts responsibility from parents towards tech platforms over the digital risks affecting children’s development and wellbeing

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Bengaluru peptide party cancelled: Are these ‘miracle’ molecules safe or just hype?Subscriber Only

August 31, 2026 13:27 IST

The success of drugs such as semaglutide has helped turn peptides into a wellness buzzword. But many compounds now sold for recovery, anti-ageing and longevity lack robust human evidence

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Assam doctor, 47, collapses at gym: Why sudden cardiac arrest happens during workout

August 30, 2026 12:25 IST

The sudden death during a workout raises questions about silent heart disease, age, stress and strenuous exercise—and why looking fit does not always mean the heart is healthy.

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Soon, red hexagonal label to warn of high fat, sugar, salt in snacks

August 30, 2026 05:44 IST

The FSSAI affidavit proposes the warning label for packaged foods high in two or more ingredients of concern based on thresholds specified under the Dietary Guidelines for Indians, 2024, issued by the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Nutrition.

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FSSAI to introduce red warning labels on chips, sugary drinks and packaged foods

August 29, 2026 12:42 IST

India’s food safety regulator has told the Supreme Court it will implement front-of-pack warnings for foods high in fat, sugar and salt, though there is no timeline yet

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After 11 weight-loss surgeries, Nairobi woman, 32, gets a second shot at life

August 29, 2026 12:18 IST

From 200 kg at 17 to a life-threatening leak and sepsis, Pune bariatric surgeon has pulled her off the edge

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Actor Chhavi Mittal’s Tamoxifen story: Can the breast cancer drug cause fibroids?

August 28, 2026 15:15 IST

Actor and cancer survivor Chhavi Mittal’s experience has raised questions about tamoxifen and the uterus. An oncologist explains what the drug can do, whether it can contribute to fibroid growth, and which symptoms patients should not ignore

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Teen vaping may fuel nicotine addiction later in life, study finds

August 28, 2026 11:10 IST

A new study of rats suggests that nicotine exposure during adolescence could increase nicotine-seeking behaviour in adulthood

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How Maharashtra’s underground sex determination racket is evading copsSubscriber Only

August 28, 2026 13:17 IST

From seizing portable ultrasound machines to women injured or killed after unsafe abortions, Maharashtra’s crackdown shows enforcement is expanding even as demand for illegal sex selection persists

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Climate change heat stress puts 145 m Indian children at risk of dehydration, heatstroke: Study

August 27, 2026 11:41 IST

145 million Indian children aged 0-9 are exposed to at least one additional month of heat stress each year because of human-induced climate change.

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AIIMS Delhi director’s post up for grabs, 65 doctors apply

August 27, 2026 12:55 IST

Those who have applied for the post include doctors heading various departments and centres within AIIMS Delhi, those heading other institutes, including AIIMS in other cities, and even those who have moved to the private sector.

The FDA has approved daraxonrasib for certain advanced pancreatic cancer patients. Here is what the new treatment means and what trial results show.

Pancreatic cancer pill gets key approval: At Rs 38 lakh a month, India access uncertain

August 28, 2026 05:21 IST

The approval validates an entire therapeutic strategy rather than a single drug. Patients with advanced cancer lived a median 13.2 months, compared with 6.7 months on chemotherapy. Now to be tested for lung and colorectal cancer

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He had fatty liver at 44 despite being thin: Why being lean may not be enough

August 26, 2026 14:11 IST

My patient had a large waist, prediabetes and low muscle mass --- the hidden metabolic risks behind his fatty liver

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Kiara Advani shot through 7 months of pregnancy for ‘Toxic’: How much exercise is safe for expectant mothers?

August 26, 2026 11:42 IST

Gynaecologist explains when women can continue workouts, how strength training should be modified and when exercise may need to be restricted

The current rise in H1N1 infections across India is part of the seasonal influenza pattern, with no new strain of the virus identified, Bahl added, urging people not to panic as the vast majority of infections are mild and self-limiting.

On swine flu surge, medical body ICMR’s advice on testing, end of the wave

August 25, 2026 19:40 IST

ICMR chief Rajiv Bahl says the current rise is part of the seasonal flu pattern. H1N1 accounts for 97-98% of detected Influenza A infections, with most cases mild

Gynecomastia in men

‘Man boobs’ kept him out of pool for 15 years: This surgery is changing lives

August 25, 2026 17:43 IST

A Delhi professional’s journey from hiding his chest to returning to swimming and dating reveals the emotional impact of gynecomastia. A plastic surgeon explains why there’s help at hand as more men are now seeking treatment

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He woke up with palpitations, cold sweats and a sense of doom. Was it heart attack or a panic attack?

August 25, 2026 07:56 IST

Anxiety can trigger powerful physical symptoms that feel frighteningly similar to a cardiac emergency. Knowing the warning signs—and when to seek urgent care—is crucial

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Designer, TV star Seema Sajdeh took this skin shot to improve skin, not change face

August 24, 2026 14:13 IST

Unlike conventional fillers, this hyaluronic-acid injectable is focused on skin quality rather than facial volume. Here’s how it works, who needs it and what the evidence says

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Swine flu vaccine: Is now the right time for a shot? What you need to know

August 24, 2026 21:45 IST

The vaccine does not provide immediate protection and needs about two weeks to develop its protective response, says top internal medicine expert

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Food safety raids at restaurants: The bigger challenge is what happens nextSubscriber Only

August 24, 2026 22:21 IST

The bigger challenge is making hygiene, training and safe food handling routine practices rather than something businesses scramble to fix when inspections intensify

Tabarigum,30, came out of a bad bout of swine flu post-chemotherapy

‘I couldn’t even complete a sentence’: Cancer survivor battles Swine Flu amid Delhi surge

August 23, 2026 07:54 IST

A 30-year-old’s experience with H1N1 highlights why cancer patients with weakened immunity need to take flu symptoms seriously and seek treatment early

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Bipasha Basu was told to strengthen her knees — 5 routines for osteoarthritis patients

August 22, 2026 12:18 IST

From knee osteoarthritis to stronger muscles, Bipasha Basu’s experience highlights why the right kind of strength training can help support painful joints, improve mobility and rebuild confidence in movement

H1N1 accounts for 70% of respiratory infections in ICMR findings, as Union Health Minister JP Nadda steps up preparedness and response measures. (Image: JP Nadda/X)

Swine flu 70% of all infections: Health Ministry makes big move

August 21, 2026 22:51 IST

H1N1 comprises 70% of respiratory infections, finds ICMR: JP Nadda ups preparedness

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