Drinking up to 5 cups of coffee a day may be safe for your heart, study finds
Jul 21, 2026, at 07:07 pm
Drinking up to five cups of caffeinated coffee a day appears to be safe for most adults and may even lower the risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA). However, the organisation cautioned that high doses of caffeine from energy drinks and energy shots may pose serious risks to heart health.
India approves first-ever dengue vaccine Qdenga: Who can get it and how it works
Jul 21, 2026, at 02:12 pm
In a major step to strengthen the country's fight against dengue, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has granted marketing authorisation to Qdenga (Dengue Tetravalent Vaccine – Live, Attenuated), making it the first dengue vaccine approved in India for the prevention of the disease.
'Every Survivor Is a Story of Hope': Manipal Hospital Celebrates Sarcoma Survivors in Kolkata
Jul 19, 2026, at 05:01 pm
Kolkata/IBNS- On Saturday, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass celebrated the lives of individuals diagnosed with sarcoma (a rare type of cancer) and celebrated life beyond cancer.
Climate change is making deadly waterborne diseases spread faster, scientists warn
Jul 19, 2026, at 03:47 pm
Climate change is altering the spread of waterborne diseases around the world, according to a comprehensive review published today in Nature Reviews Microbiology. The publication is the most up-to-date and comprehensive analysis to date examining how climate change influences waterborne diseases.
Microplastics in your blood? New study links plastic exposure to heart attacks
Jul 18, 2026, at 10:28 am
People who have suffered a serious heart attack are more likely to have microplastics and nanoplastics in their blood than those with chronic coronary artery disease or healthy coronary arteries, according to a study published in the European Heart Journal.
Serum Institute to manufacture potential first TB vaccine in over 100 years under Gates MRI deal
Jul 17, 2026, at 04:32 pm
The Gates Medical Research Institute (Gates MRI) has signed a landmark agreement with the Serum Institute of India Private Limited (SII) to manufacture M72/AS01E, a promising tuberculosis (TB) vaccine candidate currently undergoing Phase 3 clinical trials.
Your muscles could determine your diabetes risk, study finds
Jul 15, 2026, at 02:21 pm
A major new international study led by Curtin University has found that diabetes risk is about more than just body weight or obesity, with muscle health also likely to play a significant role in determining whether a person develops the condition.
Think vaping is safer? Study finds it could slash fitness by 15 percent
Jul 14, 2026, at 05:35 pm
Young people who vape or smoke cigarettes have reduced blood vessel functionality, breathing and exercise capacity compare to those who have never smoked or vaped, according to a study led by Manchester Metropolitan University.
Oxford launches world’s first trial of new Ebola vaccine; SII makes 620,000 doses
Jul 14, 2026, at 04:26 pm
The University of Oxford’s Oxford Vaccine Group has launched the world’s first Phase I clinical trial, BD-Ebov, of a vaccine against Bundibugyo ebolavirus (BDBV), in response to the ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and neighbouring Uganda.
Doctor warns this everyday food habit could raise your colon cancer risk
Jul 13, 2026, at 10:47 am
A physician has highlighted a dietary habit that may be associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer amid growing concern over rising cases of the disease among younger adults.
Long COVID may be damaging your brain's Dopamine system, groundbreaking study finds
Jul 12, 2026, at 11:52 pm
A new brain imaging study led by researchers at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), published in eBioMedicine, provides the strongest evidence to date that long COVID is associated with injury to dopamine-releasing neurons in the brain—a finding that may explain symptoms such as lack of motivation due to fatigue, slowed movement, and memory difficulties, and could open the door to new treatment strategies.
Parents, your smartphone could be hurting your teen more than you realise: Study
Jul 12, 2026, at 07:00 pm
We worry about the time kids spend using screens — but what if the time their caregivers spend on phones is also harmful? Scientists working on digital mental health noticed increasing reports of teenagers struggling with their parents’ phone use and decided to investigate. Their new findings show that teenagers who report that their caregivers are often distracted from them by devices are more likely to display insecure attachment styles, which can have serious negative consequences for their future health and wellbeing.
Jul 11, 2026, at 05:30 pm
In one of the most comprehensive studies of coffee and liver health to date, Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University investigators linked higher coffee consumption with lower risk of cirrhosis, liver cancer and liver-related death.
Manipal Hospitals launches Robotics Simulation Workshop to train future surgeons
Jul 11, 2026, at 03:40 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Manipal Hospitals has inaugurated its Robotics Simulation Workshop, an initiative aimed at preparing medical professionals for a future where precision, technology and human expertise work increasingly hand in hand.
No more painful biopsies? New brush test can detect oral cancer in just one hour
Jul 11, 2026, at 09:54 am
A non-invasive brush biopsy test can detect oral cancer within an hour and could help prevent more than 90% of unnecessary invasive scalpel biopsies, according to a new study.
Jul 10, 2026, at 05:45 pm
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has withdrawn the existing exemption under Schedule K of the Drugs Rules, 1945, from licensing requirements for medicinal formulations containing ethyl alcohol, tightening regulatory oversight to curb their misuse.
Jul 10, 2026, at 05:32 pm
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has withdrawn the existing exemption under Schedule K of the Drugs Rules, 1945, from licensing requirements for medicinal formulations containing ethyl alcohol, tightening regulatory oversight to curb their misuse.
What is Awiqli? Everything you need to know about Novo Nordisk's world's first once-weekly insulin
Jul 10, 2026, at 10:59 am
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk, on June 9, launched Awiqli, its once-weekly basal insulin injection, in India, positioning it as a major advancement in diabetes care that could significantly reduce the number of insulin injections required by patients.
Gurugram-based mother shares 5 foods she avoided to lose 32 kg in just 11 months
Jul 08, 2026, at 06:31 pm
A Gurugram-based mother has inspired social media users after revealing how she transformed her health by losing 32 kg, reducing her weight from 92 kg to 60 kg in just 11 months.
Could exercise be the secret to slowing cancer? Scientists uncover powerful muscle link
Jul 07, 2026, at 10:22 am
Regular exercise may help reduce cancer risk by restoring the protective functions of ageing muscles, according to a new study by scientists at Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore.
Can your muscles protect your heart? New study says yes
Jul 06, 2026, at 10:43 am
People with stronger, higher-quality chest and back muscles may be significantly less likely to suffer a heart attack or die prematurely, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Edinburgh.
Doctor reveals shocking truth: Losing just 5 kg can cut knee pressure by 20 kg per step!
Jul 04, 2026, at 06:35 pm
A senior doctor has highlighted that weight loss not only improves overall fitness but also significantly reduces stress on the knees.
Forget probiotics? Nutritionist says this is the real secret to better gut health
Jul 04, 2026, at 03:50 pm
A nutritionist has argued that for improving the gut system, a person should focus on their nervous system more than on turning to probiotics or fibre-rich foods.
Jul 03, 2026, at 05:52 pm
Differences in unhealthy cholesterol levels and blood pressure between older adults with obesity and those with a normal Body Mass Index (BMI) have narrowed—or even disappeared—in several high-income countries over the past three decades, according to a study published in The Lancet.
This simple workout could slash women's heart disease risk, study finds
Jul 03, 2026, at 08:55 am
Women who lift weights may have a lower risk of major heart disease, especially when combined with aerobic exercise, according to a new study published today in JACC, the flagship journal of the American College of Cardiology.
Want to lose weight? Health expert shares her three simple rules
Jul 01, 2026, at 05:15 pm
A leading health expert has said that sustainable weight loss depends on simple, consistent habits rather than drastic or short-term measures.
Stop running flat! This cardio trick can help you burn more fat, says fitness expert
Jun 29, 2026, at 03:47 pm
Losing weight can be a challenging journey that requires a combination of a balanced diet, regular exercise, and the right fitness strategy.
“Endless scroll” warning: Shocking study reveals what short videos are doing to young brains
Jun 28, 2026, at 10:01 pm
In contrast to classical digital media, short-video platforms are characterised by rapidly changing content, highly personalised recommendations, and an algorithmic design aimed at maximising user engagement.
Think summer sun is enough for Vitamin D? New study says think again
Jun 28, 2026, at 07:02 pm
Vitamin D levels remain low all year-round in key at-risk groups in England, challenging the belief that summer sunlight is enough to restore them, a new study has found.
Fitness enthusiast loses 25 kg by following just a few simple habits. What are they?
Jun 28, 2026, at 06:05 pm
A 46-year-old fitness enthusiast has shared the simple lifestyle habits that helped him lose 25 kg in just six months—without following any crash diet or extreme workout plan.