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‘I look normal, but nothing is normal’: The invisible toll of multiple sclerosis on young Indians
Often mistaken for stress, fatigue or vertigo, multiple sclerosis is increasingly affecting young adults in India, leaving patients to navigate delayed diagnoses, invisible disabilities and lifelong uncertainty.
Doctor explains: Why the illusion of ‘safe nicotine’ is fuelling a new youth addiction crisis
As vaping, nicotine pouches and flavoured oral nicotine products gain popularity among young people worldwide, neurologist explains why the perception of ‘safer’ nicotine may be creating a new generation of users vulnerable to addiction, cognitive harm and long-term health risks.
Climate and air pollution are creating a perfect storm for lung health, experts say
Heatwaves, worsening air pollution, allergens and changing weather patterns are increasing respiratory illnesses across India, with doctors warning that children, the elderly and people with existing lung conditions face the greatest risks.
World No Tobacco Day: Is the ‘safer tobacco’ belief putting more people at risk of cancer?
As the world marks World No Tobacco Day, oncologists and respiratory specialists warn that tobacco whether smoked or chewed—continues to drive a significant share of preventable cancers, with delayed diagnosis and misconceptions about smokeless products worsening outcomes.
The Liver Doc interview | Debunking myths about India’s fatty liver problem and dangers of disinformation
Moving past online feuds, Dr Cyriac Abby Phillips, popularly known as ‘The Liver Doc’ discusses his new book, the power of storytelling in medicine, and hopes that at least ‘a fraction of readers’ manage to identify their fatty liver
King's College hospital opens UK's first rooftop intensive care garden
A £2 million rooftop garden at King's College Hospital allows ICU patients on life support to experience fresh air and nature for the first time, a world first in critical care.
WHO chief says Ebola 'can be stopped' as he arrives in DRC
World Health Organization (WHO) head Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus's plane landed in the capital Kinsasha on Thursday evening. He is set on Friday to travel to Ituri province in the northeastern DRC, the epidemic's epicentre
US to set up Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya for exposed American citizens
The facility, approved by the Kenyan government, will initially include a 50-bed unit and specialised biocontainment wards as the Bundibugyo strain outbreak spreads across parts of Africa.
Gujarat businessman in isolation tests negative for Ebola; minister asks public not to panic
The health minister said the state government had already prepared dedicated Ebola isolation wards and appealed to citizens to avoid misinformation and rely only on official communication.
Can AI transform ICU training? Inside India’s shift beyond static mannequins
As post-pandemic healthcare systems prioritise ICU readiness and patient safety, India’s hospitals are increasingly turning to AI-powered simulation labs that let doctors experience life-and-death emergencies before facing them in real wards.
‘Mental disorder burden highest among 15- to 19-year-olds’: What this means for young India
A new study published in The Lancet found that India witnessed some of the sharpest increases in mental disorders over the past three decades. Dr Damian Santomauro, lead author of the study, told Firstpost that this is concerning in countries where young people make up a substantial proportion of the population
From medical tourism to ‘medical export’: India's remote robotic surgery opens new frontier
With advanced robotic systems and 5G connectivity, top-tier surgeons can now operate on patients thousands of kilometers away, flipping the script from "medical tourism" to "medical export."
From hysterectomy to hope? How robotic surgery is preserving fertility in complex uterine conditions
Experts say timely diagnosis and advances in minimally invasive gynecological surgery are enabling more women with fibroids and endometriosis to explore uterus-preserving treatment options.
Risk vs. certainty: Why understanding prenatal screening and diagnosis matters
Experts say growing awareness about the difference between screening and diagnostic tests can help families make informed pregnancy decisions and avoid unnecessary anxiety.
‘We’re no longer managing ageing but trying to stop it’: Scientist answers if we can stay young forever
For most of the history, ageing has been treated as inevitable that you accept as a way of life, but that assumption has begun to be challenged now as people are no longer just managing it but are actively trying to stop it, and science has got close to cracking the puzzle, says Prof. Sanjeev Galande, the Dean of the School of Natural Sciences at Shiv Nadar University, Delhi-NCR, in an interview with Firstpost.
Ebola outbreak: How many Indians are at risk in Uganda and Democratic Republic of Congo?
After a woman in Bengaluru raised an Ebola scare, the spotlight is on Indians residing in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, the African nations at the centre of the outbreak. In Uganda, Indians form one per cent of the population, whereas in DRC, they are among the largest expat communities
Why Indians are spending Rs 50,000 to run a race
Hyrox, an international gym race, is catching up among Indian fitness enthusiasts. However, it is an expensive affair, with registration alone costing anywhere between Rs 7,500 and Rs 9,000. What makes it so popular, and is it just another fad?
Vermont becomes first US state to ban toxic herbicide paraquat over Parkinson’s disease links
In a landmark win for public health advocates, Governor Phil Scott signs a bipartisan phase-out bill, setting a national precedent against the chemical already banned in over 70 countries
Everything checked out PERFECTLY, claims Trump. What does the physical of a US president include?
US President Donald Trump underwent another medical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center ahead of turning 80. The White House has not yet released a detailed physician’s report despite growing scrutiny over Trump’s age, stamina and cognitive health
Traveller from Uganda isolated after developing body ache, tests negative for Ebola
the health ministry is exercising caution after an individual with a recent travel history to Uganda reported mild body aches. The person has been placed under isolation at the State-run Epidemic Diseases Hospital in Bengaluru for observation
India’s Serum Institute working on Ebola vaccine: When will it be ready?
The Ebola outbreak that began in the Democratic Republic of Congo has spread to Uganda and South Sudan. This version, the Bundibugyo strain, has resulted in over 220 suspected deaths. There have been over 900 suspected cases and more than 100 confirmed cases. But what do we know about a potential vaccine being developed by the Serum Institute of India?
Can a single shot soon prevent heart attacks? The Eli Lilly breakthrough, explained
In what could be one of the biggest breakthroughs in treating heart disease, a small study showed that an experimental gene-editing treatment lowered cholesterol levels in patients with a single infusion. If future studies are successful, this could be a ‘revolutionary one-time cure’
Ebola outbreak: Patients flee as hospitals come under attack in DRC
At least three such incidents have occurred in the northeastern province of Ituri, where the first Ebola cases were reported, including two over the weekend targeting the same hospital that permitted more than two dozen patients to run away
Heart disease breakthrough: Eli Lilly’s one-shot gene therapy shows promise in cutting ‘bad’ cholesterol
Eli Lilly said its experimental gene-editing therapy cut LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol by up to 62% in an early-stage trial, raising hopes for a one-time treatment to help prevent heart disease
Why has France banned nicotine pouches, and why is Sweden angry?
France’s April 2026 decree bans the sale, possession, import and use of nicotine pouches, with penalties reaching five years in prison and fines of €375,000. Authorities cited rising youth nicotine poisoning cases, aggressive social media marketing and inconsistent nicotine levels in products entering the market
Experts warn online violence is quietly triggering a mental health crisis among children
Psychologists say cyberbullying, toxic social media pressure and digital abuse are increasingly fuelling anxiety, loneliness, sleep disorders and emotional distress among adolescents.
Ovarian cancer risk may rise with obesity, unhealthy lifestyle habits: Doctors
Doctors warn that rising obesity, poor diet, stress and lack of physical activity may contribute to hormonal imbalance and chronic inflammation, potentially increasing ovarian cancer risk among women.
Persistent bloating could signal serious health conditions, warn experts
Doctors say recurring bloating accompanied by symptoms such as fatigue, appetite loss, constipation or pelvic pain may require medical evaluation to rule out digestive, hormonal or cancer-related conditions.
Doctor explains: Why packaged ‘healthy’ foods are driving obesity and diabetes in India
Artificial additives, excess sugar and preservatives in everyday packaged foods are raising fresh concerns over long-term metabolic health, especially among children and young adults. Firstpost brings expert insights on how ultra-processed foods are contributing to rising cases of obesity, diabetes and other lifestyle-related diseases in India.
Social media health influencers are booming, but can you really trust their advice?
Pew Research Center found that four in 10 US adults get health information from social media or podcasts. Among 6,828 health influencers studied, only about 40 per cent listed medical credentials, while experts warned users against misinformation, exaggerated claims, and financially motivated advice online