Cancer treatment without surgery? Hyderabad hospital brings India’s only MR-LINAC technology
Sep 04, 2026, at 03:05 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Yashoda Hospitals in Hyderabad has introduced the next generation of cancer care by bringing in advanced MR-LINAC Technology, helping individuals to cure certain kinds of cancer without the need for surgery.
Star Health aims for 50% of routine cashless claims to be settled through AI in two years
Sep 03, 2026, at 10:30 pm
Health insurer Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited expects Artificial Intelligence (AI) to play a significantly larger role in processing routine cashless hospitalisation claims, with the company targeting 50% of such claims to be settled through AI intervention over the next two years.
Type 2 diabetes affects men and women differently: New study reveals a shocking health divide
Sep 02, 2026, at 02:54 pm
In the years following a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, women are more likely to develop mental health conditions, while men are more likely to develop cardiovascular and renal complications, according to a study published August 25 in the open-access journal PLOS Medicine by Fabiola Eto from Queen Mary University of London, UK, and colleagues.
15% lower Dementia risk? What new study says about statins and diabetes
Aug 31, 2026, at 02:34 pm
Early initiation of statins after diagnosis of type 2 diabetes was associated with a lower risk of dementia, according to a study presented today at ESC Congress 2026 and published in The Lancet Regional Health – Europe.
Grand Canyon flash flood horror: 1 dead, 15 feared missing after deadly deluge
Aug 31, 2026, at 09:13 am
At least one person has died and around 15 others are feared missing after a flash flood swept through the Grand Canyon in the US on Saturday, August 29.
Lakes and rivers may look clean, but new study finds hidden health risks
Aug 30, 2026, at 11:15 pm
People swimming in rivers and lakes could be putting themselves at risk of nasty skin conditions and stomach bugs, according to a new study from the University of East Anglia.
Want better health? Doctor reveals 7 simple habits that could make a difference
Aug 30, 2026, at 07:33 pm
Long-term health is not something that should be considered only after a disease disrupts a person's normal routine. It is closely linked to everyday choices and habits, including diet, physical activity, sleep and overall lifestyle.
Horror in flood-hit Nepal: Bodies pile up as death toll climbs to 734
Aug 30, 2026, at 05:36 pm
The death toll from the devastating floods that hit Nepal last week has risen to 734, as rescuers continue efforts to locate and save possible survivors trapped beneath the rubble.
Love high-fat foods? Scientists reveal a surprising brain mechanism behind weight gain
Aug 29, 2026, at 06:35 pm
Obesity is a global health concern that can contribute to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other metabolic disorders. Though there are many health conditions that can lead to it, an increasingly worrying cause is right on the grocery shelf, high-fat foods. These foods are known to be hard to resist and can promote overeating.
Eggs clog your arteries? Indian doctor reveals what science really says
Aug 29, 2026, at 06:12 pm
An Indian doctor has challenged long-standing myths surrounding egg consumption, offering reassurance to people who enjoy eggs as a regular source of protein.
Drink coffee every morning? Doctor reveals why your liver may 'Thank You'
Aug 28, 2026, at 06:28 pm
Every morning, many people begin their day with a cup of coffee, often without realising that the popular beverage may offer potential benefits for liver health.
Sadhguru says 77 Isha Foundation pilgrims missing after Nepal flash floods
Aug 27, 2026, at 12:07 am
At least 77 pilgrims associated with Sadhguru's Isha Foundation are missing after devastating flash floods struck the Nepal-Tibet border region, the spiritual leader said in an online post.
Nepal floods leave at least 72 dead, hundreds missing after suspected ice avalanche
Aug 26, 2026, at 09:19 pm
At least 72 people have been killed and hundreds remain missing after powerful floodwaters tore through river valleys in Nepal and China's Tibet region on Wednesday, sweeping away settlements, bridges and infrastructure, according to New York Times.
Nepal flash flood horror: 7 dead, 105 Indians among 384 travellers missing
Aug 26, 2026, at 03:32 pm
At least seven people have died and 384 travellers, including 105 Indians, are missing following a flash flood in the Bhote Koshi River in Nepal's Rasuwa district on Wednesday.
Sleepless night? Just 20 minutes of exercise could help protect your memory, study finds
Aug 26, 2026, at 02:44 pm
A short workout or a nap can help protect memory after a sleepless night, a McGill University-led study has found.
Massive flash flood hits northern Nepal, 3 dead
Aug 26, 2026, at 02:09 pm
At least three people have died after a massive and swift flash flood swept through parts of northern Nepal on Wednesday, washing away villages and damaging infrastructure in the region, media reports said.
Could Vitamin D protect your brain? Emory study finds surprising link to better cognition
Aug 25, 2026, at 05:01 pm
With more than 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s dementia — a number projected to reach nearly 13 million by 2050 — new Emory University research suggests that higher vitamin D supplement intake may be associated with better cognitive function in adults with an elevated risk of dementia.
Heavy rain batters Delhi-NCR: Flights hit, Gurugram issues work-from-home advisory
Aug 24, 2026, at 05:36 pm
Heavy rains lashed Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday, disrupting flight operations at Delhi airport and throwing normal life in Gurugram out of gear.
Losing strength with age? Doctor names 5 supplements that may help protect muscle
Aug 24, 2026, at 03:11 pm
Losing muscle strength is a common part of ageing and can become a major obstacle to maintaining fitness and independence later in life. A US-based doctor has highlighted five supplements that may help support muscle health and physical function as people get older.
Disappearing Nilgiri grasslands impact bird populations
Aug 24, 2026, at 11:54 am
A study of the shola sky islands in the southern Western Ghats finds that land-use changes are reshaping bird movements, with both forest and grassland species avoiding human-dominated areas. Forest specialists were less affected in woodlands invaded by woody plants, while the Nilgiri pipit, the study’s only grassland specialist, faced the greatest movement constraints from woody invasions and human activity. Mongabay India correspondent Simrin Sirur reports
‘Smart’ drug knows where to strike: Indian scientists target Cancer cells, spare healthy tissue
Aug 23, 2026, at 05:44 pm
Indian scientists have developed a new “smart” cancer drug designed to activate primarily inside cancer cells, potentially offering a more targeted alternative to conventional chemotherapy, which can also damage healthy cells.
Aug 22, 2026, at 05:09 pm
Maintaining a calorie deficit can be challenging for anyone trying to lose weight, particularly when hunger starts to creep in between meals.
Ebola spreads exponentially in DR Congo: UN sounds alarm
Aug 22, 2026, at 02:04 pm
As the deadliest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo’s history continued spreading on Friday, UN responders renewed their urgent appeal for immediate international support, with existing funding for lifesaving work critically low.
Zydus scores major USFDA win for Ascorbic Acid injection with 180-day exclusivity
Aug 21, 2026, at 06:13 pm
Zydus Lifesciences Limited (Zydus) announces the receipt of final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Ascorbic Acid Injection USP, 25,000 mg/50 mL (500 mg/mL) and 5,000 mg/10 mL (500 mg/mL).
Aug 21, 2026, at 09:47 am
Children, who are particularly vulnerable to the disease, account for half of the 46 suspected mpox cases identified in Guinea-Bissau – with 16 of them under the age of four.
Look up, Kolkata! Telescope viewing, space shows and quiz coming to BITM this August
Aug 19, 2026, at 06:38 pm
The Birla Industrial & Technological Museum (BITM), a unit of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), Ministry of Culture, Government of India, will celebrate National Space Day with a three-day special programme from August 23 to 25, 2026, in Kolkata.
5 everyday habits that could be quietly damaging your heart, US doctor warns
Aug 19, 2026, at 03:30 pm
Certain everyday habits can negatively affect heart health over the long term. While their impact may not be immediately noticeable, they can gradually increase the risk of cardiovascular problems.
Aug 18, 2026, at 04:51 pm
Flight attendants and pilots have the highest and second-highest proportions of radiation-related cancer deaths among more than 500 occupations in the United States, according to a new study.
Eating more of these common foods may increase prostate cancer risk, study finds
Aug 16, 2026, at 03:43 pm
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) account for nearly 60% of adults’ and 70% of children’s energy intake in the United States, a recent study has unveiled.
Boat operator fined Rs 5 Lakh for waking sleeping polar bear with foghorn in Norway
Aug 16, 2026, at 12:42 pm
A boat operator in Norway has been fined 50,000 Norwegian kroner (around Rs 4.5-5 lakh) for deliberately waking a sleeping polar bear with a vessel's foghorn, the BBC reported.