Category: Health

Every puff counts — and not in a good way. As No Smoking Day returns on March 12, 2025, the message is louder than ever: it’s time to quit. The annual event, observed on the second Wednesday of March, shines a spotlight on the deadly toll of smoking while encouraging smokers to finally kick the habit. A Tradition Rooted in Awareness No Smoking Day started back in 1984 in the…

A dog bite is more than just a painful nuisance — it can be life-threatening. Rabies is 100% fatal without timely and proper treatment, and experts say the rabies vaccine alone may not be enough to keep you safe. The Rabies Vaccine: Why It’s Not a Standalone Solution The Anti-Rabies Vaccine (ARV) is essential, but it’s not an instant fix. It takes about 7 to 14 days for your body…

A silent epidemic is gripping India—metabolic-dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD), previously known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). With rising cases linked to obesity and sedentary lifestyles, a new set of clinical guidelines from the Asian Pacific Association for the Study of the Liver (APASL) puts diet and exercise at the center of treatment. Published in Hepatology International, these are the first official guidelines from the expert body, and they…

The seasonal flu season in India has taken a concerning turn as swine flu cases continue to rise across multiple states. Delhi, the national capital, has reported the highest number of H1N1 cases so far, with thousands infected. The outbreak has triggered health concerns as experts urge people to take preventive measures. Delhi Records Highest Number of Swine Flu Cases As of December 2024, India has witnessed 220,414 swine flu…

A new bat virus, HKU5-CoV2, has been identified in China, sparking concerns over its potential impact. Researchers are analyzing its characteristics, but early reports suggest significant differences from SARS-CoV-2, the virus that caused the COVID-19 pandemic. A New Virus Raises Familiar Questions The discovery of HKU5-CoV2 has put scientists and health experts on alert. Found by researchers at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, the virus is a member of the…

Spending even an hour daily on smartphones or tablets may significantly increase the risk of nearsightedness, or myopia, according to a new study. Researchers found that the odds of developing myopia rise by 21% for each additional hour of screen exposure, highlighting growing concerns over prolonged digital device usage. Myopia Cases Are on the Rise The study, published in JAMA Network Open, analyzed data from 45 separate investigations involving more…

Stanford Researchers Unlock Hidden Patterns in Immune Data to Diagnose Diseases Your immune system remembers everything. Every virus, every vaccine, every battle fought within your body leaves a trace—a molecular footprint hidden in B and T cells. Scientists at Stanford Medicine have now found a way to decode this biological diary using machine learning, opening new doors for diagnosing diseases ranging from COVID-19 to lupus. Their algorithm, dubbed Mal-ID (Machine…

Health Authorities Scramble as WHO Investigates the Deadly Outbreak An unidentified disease sweeping through northwestern Congo has claimed more than 50 lives, triggering alarm among health authorities. The illness progresses with frightening speed, killing victims within 48 hours of symptom onset. While initial tests ruled out Ebola and Marburg, some cases tested positive for malaria, deepening the mystery. Outbreak Began in January, Cases Continue to Rise Doctors on the ground…

A new study has revealed that exercise does more than just improve physical fitness—it also helps the brain better manage blood sugar. Researchers found that regular physical activity enhances the brain’s response to insulin, offering promising implications for individuals with diabetes or those at risk. Exercise and Blood Sugar: A Powerful Connection Scientists have long known that exercise benefits overall health, but its impact on the brain’s insulin sensitivity has…

Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav is pushing for widespread cancer awareness and screening, stressing that early detection can save lives. Speaking at an event in Edugundlapadu village, he highlighted the government’s ambitious plan to screen millions of women for oral, breast, and cervical cancer. However, progress has been slow due to a lack of awareness. Government’s Cancer Screening Initiative Faces Challenges Yadav revealed that tackling non-communicable diseases, especially cancer, is…