Abandoned at birth, Punch the macaque finds global love as crowds flock to Tokyo zoo
Feb 25, 2026, at 05:05 pm
Tokyo/IBNS: Moved by the heartbreaking yet hopeful story of Punch, people in large numbers are flocking to the Ichikawa City Zoo in Tokyo to catch a glimpse of the seven-month-old Japanese macaque who has become an overnight internet sensation.
Knee trouble in your 20s? Orthopaedic expert sounds the alarm
Feb 25, 2026, at 04:55 pm
A leading orthopaedic specialist has raised concerns over a growing number of young adults in their 20s and 30s experiencing knee pain while walking, climbing stairs, kneeling, or squatting — a condition once largely associated with older age.
Rejected by all, abandoned at birth — Punch’s heartbreaking story goes viral
Feb 24, 2026, at 08:00 pm
Tokyo/IBNS: Abandonment, rejection, bullying and loneliness — this is the story of a seven-month-old Japanese macaque whose desperate search for comfort and belonging has moved the internet to tears.
UK woman loses all four limbs to sepsis after dog’s ‘innocent’ lick turns deadly
Feb 24, 2026, at 03:44 pm
A British woman underwent a quadruple amputation after developing sepsis, which doctors believe may have been triggered by a lick from her pet dog on a small cut or scratch.
Exercise could rejuvenate your brain and fight Alzheimer’s—Study reveals how!
Feb 23, 2026, at 10:23 am
A new study by researchers at UC San Francisco has uncovered a mechanism that explains how exercise can improve cognition by reinforcing the brain’s protective network of blood vessels, known as the blood-brain barrier.
The silent vision crisis: 50% of cataract blindness left untreated
Feb 21, 2026, at 05:19 pm
The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging countries to accelerate efforts to ensure that millions of people living with cataract can access simple, sight‑restoring surgery – one of the most effective and affordable interventions to prevent avoidable blindness.
Big health boost! J.P. Nadda unveils India’s indigenous Td vaccine
Feb 21, 2026, at 04:53 pm
Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda on Saturday launched the indigenously developed Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td) vaccine at the Central Research Institute in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in India’s public health journey.
Who Is the Best Fertility Doctor in Delhi & What Is IVF Treatment?
Feb 19, 2026, at 12:39 pm
Trying for a baby can be an emotional journey, and it's completely normal to feel anxious if things aren't happening naturally. If you're navigating this path, know that you aren't alone and excellent support is available. The first step is finding a specialist who offers both medical expertise and guidance. In Delhi, choosing a fertility doctor can make your experience much smoother.
Feb 19, 2026, at 12:18 pm
Dr Asis Mitra, MD- General Medicine, MRCP (UK), Senior Diabetologist said in his clinical practice, one misconception continues to surface repeatedly: that diabetes simply means “too much sugar in the blood.” If only it were that simple.
Feb 17, 2026, at 04:38 pm
In a powerful demonstration of commitment towards preventive healthcare and early detection, the Rotary Club of Calcutta Pointers, in collaboration with the Indian Cancer Society—celebrating 75 years of unwavering service through its nationwide ‘Rise Against Cancer’ movement—organised a Cancer Awareness and Detection Camp to commemorate World Cancer Day.
Snow Leopards and Dogs: How Himalayan Carnivores Rewire Survival in Spiti
Feb 17, 2026, at 01:14 pm
In Spiti Valley’s harsh high-altitude landscape, a new study finds that snow leopards, wolves, foxes and free-ranging dogs coexist by constantly shifting their behaviour — adjusting when and where they are active to avoid conflict amid rising human pressure. With human-subsidised dogs reshaping the predator balance, researchers warn this fragile system may not endure without intervention. Mongabay India correspondent Sneha Mahale reports
New recombinant mpox strain detected in UK and India; WHO calls for heightened surveillance
Feb 16, 2026, at 09:08 am
The detection of a newly identified recombinant mpox virus containing genetic material from two known strains underscores the need for continued genomic surveillance, the UN World Health Organization (WHO) said on Saturday, as the overall global public health risk assessment remains unchanged.
What are surging glaciers? Scientists warn they are becoming more dangerous than ever
Feb 15, 2026, at 09:04 pm
While most of the world's glaciers are retreating as the climate warms, a small but significant population behaves very differently - and the consequences can be severe.
WHO prequalifies additional nOPV2 vaccine, strengthening global fight against polio
Feb 13, 2026, at 11:57 pm
In a major boost for global public health, the World Health Organization (WHO) has prequalified an additional novel oral polio vaccine type 2 (nOPV2), a move that strengthens the international response to polio outbreaks, media reports said.
NASA Hubble captures stunning image of Wolf-Rayet Star Hen 2-427, surrounding nebula M1-67
Feb 13, 2026, at 11:29 pm
A breathtaking new image from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope reveals a rare cosmic pairing: the powerful star Hen 2-427, also known as WR 124, and the glowing nebula M1-67 that surrounds it.
Game-changer for TB patients in India: Shorter oral regimens slash costs, ICMR finds
Feb 13, 2026, at 03:24 pm
An economic evaluation published in the Indian Journal of Medical Research has demonstrated that shorter, six-month all-oral treatment regimens for multidrug-resistant and rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis (MDR/RR-TB) are cost-effective and offer improved health outcomes compared to the currently used longer regimens in India.
Global health alert: Obesity linked to 10% of all infectious disease deaths, says study
Feb 11, 2026, at 01:38 pm
Obesity substantially increases the risk of hospitalization and death from a wide range of infectious diseases—including influenza, COVID-19, pneumonia, gastroenteritis, urinary tract infections, and respiratory infections—according to a study of 540,000 people published in The Lancet.
Underwater apocalypse: Half of all coral reefs severely bleached during 2014–2017 heatwave
Feb 11, 2026, at 01:28 pm
Benefits to society from coral reefs, including fisheries, tourism, coastal protection, pharmaceutical discovery and more, are estimated at about $9.8 trillion per year.
Happy Chocolate Day: Your favourite treat comes with surprising health benefits, reveals study
Feb 09, 2026, at 05:20 pm
This Chocolate Day, you have helped in improving your health by eating a piece of chocolate rather than simply satisfying your taste buds.
Feb 08, 2026, at 08:30 pm
Menopause is linked to reductions in grey matter volume in key brain regions as well as increased levels of anxiety and depression and difficulties with sleep, according to new research from the University of Cambridge.
Deadly Nipah strikes again: Woman dies in Bangladesh as WHO confirms fresh case
Feb 07, 2026, at 10:01 am
A person has died from a Nipah virus (NiV) infection in Bangladesh, the World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed on Friday.
Study finds no evidence linking COVID-19 vaccination to decline in birth rates
Feb 06, 2026, at 04:11 pm
COVID-19 vaccination is unlikely to be responsible for the decline in childbirth observed during the pandemic, according to a new study by researchers at Linköping University in Sweden.
Men at risk by 35? Major study reveals early heart disease warning
Feb 04, 2026, at 03:36 pm
Men begin developing coronary heart disease — a condition that can lead to heart attacks — years earlier than women, with differences emerging as early as the mid-30s, according to a large, decades-long study led by Northwestern Medicine.
You won’t believe this UN finding: 4 in 10 Cancer cases may be preventable
Feb 04, 2026, at 09:46 am
Up to four in 10 cancer cases globally could be prevented, new analysis has revealed, highlighting the need for stronger tobacco control and other measures to reduce risks and save lives.
Tremors felt in Kolkata after a 5.9-magnitude earthquake hits Myanmar
Feb 03, 2026, at 10:44 pm
Tremors were felt in parts of Kolkata on Tuesday after an earthquake struck neighbouring Myanmar, media reports said.
WHO warns international aid cuts and funding gaps threaten global health system
Feb 03, 2026, at 05:48 pm
The UN World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Monday that cuts to international aid and persistent funding gaps are undermining the global health system.
US long COVID patients report far worse brain fog than India, Nigeria — Study
Feb 03, 2026, at 10:05 am
Patients with long COVID in the United States report significantly higher rates of brain fog, depression and other cognitive symptoms compared with patients in countries such as India and Nigeria, according to a large international study led by Northwestern Medicine. The findings were published in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience.
Your bedtime could be putting your heart in danger, scientists warn
Feb 02, 2026, at 05:25 pm
Middle-aged and older adults who are more active in the evenings may have poorer cardiovascular health than those who are more active earlier in the day, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, a peer-reviewed, open-access journal of the American Heart Association. The association appears to be particularly pronounced among women.
Great Barrier Reef in crisis: Experts warn of near-annual coral bleaching
Feb 02, 2026, at 03:40 pm
Australia’s Great Barrier Reef will face mass coral bleaching in most years for the rest of this century, according to a study by Tulane University researchers. But damage to the world’s most famous coral reef could be reduced if greenhouse gas emissions are cut and if corals continue to increase their heat tolerance.
Global patients, get ready! Budget 2026 targets India as world’s healing capital
Feb 01, 2026, at 04:47 pm
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget on Sunday, announced a series of transformative measures aimed at positioning India as a global hub for Medical Value Tourism (MVT) and strengthening the AYUSH ecosystem with a focus on quality, research, employment generation and global outreach.