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Talc, found in baby powder and cosmetics, is “probably” cancer-causing, says WHO agency
Talc is a naturally occurring mineral widely used in talcum powder, baby powder, and cosmetics. Rec…
11.9 lakh excess deaths in 2020 during the pandemic, 8 times more than official estimates, notes a recent study
Looking at social groups, the researchers found that high caste Hindu groups experienced a life exp…
PTI
The ageing of nasal tissues may explain why older people are more affected by COVID-19: research
To comprehend how the coronavirus attacks our bodies, a study investigated the role of our noses, w…
Exercising even once a week is better than not: Expert
Worried about not being able to work out daily? Exercising even once a week is better than no physi…
Cows are now spreading bird flu to each other — here's why that's problematic for humans
Avian influenza H5N1 has spread to US cattle, raising concerns about its potential to infect mammal…
Why are over 300 batches of Indian cough syrup being deemed "toxic"?
A disturbing report has revealed that over 100 cough syrup samples manufactured in India failed qua…
4 simple habits that will help you keep fit throughout life, from a personal trainer who works with active 90 year olds
People are living longer and want to know how to stay healthy to enjoy those extra years. A persona…
Serafina Kenny
Smog towers, cloud seeding not solution to India's air pollution problem: US scientist
Improving air quality in India requires long-term effort, a senior US scientist has said and noted …
PTI
Air pollution kills thousands in Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata every year: Lancet study
New research reveals a terrifying truth: over 7% of daily deaths in 10 major Indian cities are attr…
India can avert 4.6 mn deaths by 2040 with better hypertension control: WHO
Better hypertension control can help avert a whopping 4.6 million deaths due to high blood pressure…
All work, no play? Nearly 50% of Indians fail to meet WHO’s recommended standard for physical activity
A new study published in The Lancet Global Health paints a concerning picture for India. Nearly hal…
3 lifestyle choices that could help you live healthily to 100, according to scientists
Researchers have identified the three lifestyle choices that could help you live to 100.
Serafina Kenny
WHO designates Covid's BA.2.86 as 'variant under monitoring'
World Health Organization (WHO) designated COVID-19 variant BA.2.86 as a 'variant under monitoring'…
ANI
WHO's views on sweetener Aspartame may pit it against the food industry and regulators
Aspartame is used in products from Coca-Cola diet sodas to Mars' Extra chewing gum and some snapple…
ANI
Heat waves can be deadly for older adults: An aging global population and rising temperatures mean millions are at risk
Farmers in Thailand saw their crops wither and mourned the loss of livestock that perished unde…
PTI
Almost 4 lakh diarrhoeal disease deaths can be averted if Jal Jeevan Mission meets target: WHO study
Almost 4 lakh diarrhoeal disease deaths can be averted if 'Jal Jeevan Mission' meets its target of …
PTI
An 82-year-old who loves scuba diving, skiing, and kayaking shares 3 tips for staying fit regardless of age
A scuba diving, skiing 82-year-old shares her tips for getting and staying fit for people of any ag…
Serafina Kenny
290 cases of COVID-19 variant KP.2, 34 cases of KP.1 detected in India: INSACOG data
As many as 290 cases of KP.2 and 34 cases of KP.1, both sub-lineages of COVID-19 that are responsib…
PTI
Severe heatwave may trigger and worsen asthma, say experts
Even as climate models have indicated an increasing heatwave this summer for India, people sufferin…
More young people are being diagnosed with cancer. 3 lifestyle changes could reduce your risk, according to a cancer dietitian.
A dietitian breaks down how to make lifestyle changes that could lower your risk of developing the …