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Seasonal Infections Rise During Monsoon: How to Stay Safe
Seasonal infections are rising during the monsoon, including flu, COVID-19, dengue and typhoid. Learn key hygiene and prevention measures.
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30 September 2026
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TB Preventive Treatment Protection May Wane After One Year
A Lancet Respiratory Medicine study found TB preventive treatment offers strong early protection, but its long-term benefit may vary by disease burden.
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Brain Fog: When Forgetfulness May Need Investigation
Brain fog can involve poor concentration, memory problems and slower thinking. Experts explain when persistent cognitive difficulties may need evaluation.
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CDSCO Warns Against Painkiller, Antibiotic Misuse
CDSCO has warned against indiscriminate use of painkillers and antibiotics, citing kidney risks and antimicrobial resistance from inappropriate use.
29 September 2026
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Bradycardia: When a Slow Heartbeat Needs Attention
Bradycardia can be harmless in some people but may also signal problems with the heart’s electrical system. Know the symptoms and diagnosis challenges.
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Air Pollution and Other Environmental Risks to Heart Health
Air pollution, extreme heat, noise and other environmental exposures may affect cardiovascular health beyond traditional risks like cholesterol and blood pressure.
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Benjamin Satterley Dies at 40: Common Wrestling Injuries
AEW wrestler Benjamin Satterley died at 40, with his cause of death undisclosed. Here are common injuries associated with professional wrestling.
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Supreme Court Questions 10X Gap in Cancer Drug Prices
The Supreme Court has questioned the huge gap between PTR and MRP of cancer drugs, including a medicine bought for ₹2,700 and marked at ₹27,000.
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Dr Devi Shetty: Looking Fit Does Not Mean a Healthy Heart
Dr Devi Shetty explains why appearance alone cannot reveal heart health, warning about silent heart attacks, supplements and metabolic risks.
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Kriti Sanon’s New Gym Move Targets Core Strength
Kriti Sanon’s latest gym exercise combines hanging leg movements with a stability ball, challenging the core, grip, shoulders and coordination.
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Can Smartwatches Detect an Irregular Heartbeat?
Smartwatches can detect heart rhythm patterns that may suggest an irregular heartbeat, but cardiologists stress that alerts are not a medical diagnosis.
28 September 2026
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu Shares Gym Glimpse in Last Trimester
Pregnant Samantha Ruth Prabhu shared a glimpse of her gym routine as she entered her last trimester, saying she plans to stay active until the end.
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Dental Trauma Affects Over 1 Billion People Globally
More than one billion people worldwide have experienced traumatic dental injuries, making dental trauma a major but often overlooked public health concern.
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Telangana Government Hospital Offers Specialised ENT Care
A government hospital in Telangana’s Yellandu provided specialised ENT surgery to a woman from Andhra Pradesh, highlighting access to affordable care.
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Delhi Winter: Why Elderly Vaccination Matters
Delhi’s elderly face higher risks from pneumonia during winter. Low adult vaccination coverage highlights the need for better protection against preventable disease.
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Gen X Alcohol Use Rises as Younger Americans Cut Back
US alcohol consumption fell among younger adults, but drinking and heavy drinking increased among adults aged 50 to 64, a new study found.
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Gut-Brain Connection: How Your Brain and Gut Communicate
The gut and brain constantly exchange information through the gut-brain axis, influencing emotions and cognition. Here’s what science says about gut instinct.
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Very Slow Running May Boost Mood and Brain Function
A small study found that 10 minutes of very slow running improved mood, attention and executive function in healthy young adults.
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Smartphones at 12 Linked to Eating Disorder Symptoms
A study of nearly 9,000 US adolescents found smartphone ownership at age 12 was associated with a higher risk of eating disorder symptoms by age 14.
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Congo Ebola Outbreak Crosses 8,000 Confirmed Cases
Congo’s Ebola outbreak has crossed 8,000 confirmed cases, with nearly 3,900 deaths reported as health workers face growing challenges.