Health

Cervical cancer cases in India fall 37 percent in a decade: Are screening and HPV vaccination finally making a difference?

India has recorded a 37 percent decline in cervical cancer cases over the past decade. Here's how HPV vaccination, early screening and greater awareness are changing the fight against one of the country's most common cancers in women.

India gets its first dengue vaccine: Should you take it? Doctor explains

India’s first dengue vaccine offers strong protection against severe illness, especially in children and vulnerable groups. Experts say it’s a major step forward - but stress that vaccination must go hand in hand with mosquito control and early medical care

Sonali Bendre follows an 18 to 20-hour fast for autophagy: Here's what doctor says

Sonali Bendre's comments about fasting for 18 to 20 hours to promote autophagy have reignited interest in the cellular repair process. But can a prolonged fast really switch it on? An internal medicine expert explains what the science says, the benefits of intermittent fasting and why it isn't suitable for everyone.

How long does cannabis stay in the body? Expert explains after Mohammad Nawaz's ICC ban

The ICC ban on Mohammad Nawaz has renewed questions about cannabis testing. A psychiatrist explains why THC can remain in the body for weeks and what a positive doping test actually means

QDENGA approved as India’s first dengue vaccine: Two-dose shot cleared for ages 4-60

The vaccine, already authorised in more than 40 countries, has been cleared after global and Indian clinical trials demonstrated its safety and effectiveness across multiple age groups

5 monsoon nutrition mistakes people make, according to a top dietician

From replacing meals with snacks to avoiding fermented foods, a dietician explains common monsoon eating mistakes and how they can impact your health

Gut-brain connection: How a healthy digestive system could support your mood, memory and brain health

The gut and brain are in constant communication through the gut-brain axis, with emerging research suggesting that a healthy microbiome may influence mood, cognition and even the risk of neurological disorders. Experts explain why diet and lifestyle matter.

Can weight-loss drugs prevent cancer? Or are we jumping to conclusions?

GLP-1 drugs, once scrutinised for possibly causing cancer, are now being discussed as drugs that might prevent or even treat cancer. But are we misreading the evidence thrown up by studies and clinical trials? A doctor thinks so

‘Our goal is to make distance clinically irrelevant’: Dr Sudhir Srivastava on doing cardiac surgery 20,000 km apart

After performing what has been described as the world’s longest robot-assisted cardiac procedure, Dr Sudhir Srivastava has said his goal is to make distance clinically irrelevant. He added that medicine has always been collaborative and telesurgery strengthens that collaboration rather than replacing it.

‘Menstrual hygiene no longer personal but a public health issue’: PAN Health CEO Chirag Pan

Menstrual hygiene is no longer seen purely as a personal matter, but it is now increasingly seen from a public health approach as conversations around menstrual health are becoming more open, supported by greater access to information, government initiatives, school-level awareness programs, and the efforts of various organisations working in this space, PAN Health CEO Chirag Pan has said in an interview with Firstpost.

Fatty liver often stays silent until it's too late. Here's why doctors say you shouldn't ignore it

Fatty liver often has no symptoms until significant damage occurs. Doctors explain who is at risk, early warning signs, how to reverse it and when to see a hepatologist.

What is Polycystic Kidney Disease which can can silently damage your kidneys for years? Doctors explain warning signs

Polycystic Kidney Disease often progresses silently for years. Doctors explain early symptoms, genetic risks, diagnosis, treatment, kidney transplant and when to get screened.

When should you see a fertility doctor? Doctors explain why waiting too long could cost precious time

Wondering when to see a fertility specialist? Doctors explain how long couples should try naturally, who should seek help sooner, the tests involved and why visiting a fertility expert doesn't automatically mean IVF.

'Dal is a source of carbs that has some protein in it': Rishabh Telang on India's diet gap and supplement boom

India's growing protein gap is fuelling a boom in protein supplements, but are Indians getting enough nutrition from traditional diets? Cult.fit co-founder Rishabh Telang explains why dal isn't a complete protein solution, the science behind supplements, and how to avoid misinformation in the digital fitness age