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US rice contains most arsenic, Indian basmati among safest, finds study

New report flags high arsenic levels in US-grown rice; experts advise caution, especially for children and pregnant women. Indian basmati, Thai jasmine among safest options tested

Is your makeup safe? Govt may soon ban mercury-based cosmetics in India

Mercury-based products like skin-lightening creams and eye makeup pose serious health risks, prompting India to consider a full ban to align with global norms

Why your office coffee cup and lunch box may raise heart disease risks

From coffee cups to food containers, experts explain how workplace plastic exposure raises risks of hormone disruption and cardiovascular damage

Should you trust chatbots with health advice? Google study raises concerns

AI chatbots often give biased or incomplete health advice when users ask leading or vague questions, warns a new Google-backed study

No link between Covid-19 vaccines and sudden deaths, says health ministry

ICMR and Aiims studies find that genetics, lifestyle and post-Covid factors-not vaccines-are responsible for sudden deaths in young adults

From cancer detection to treatment, how AI is transforming health care

Artificial intelligence is changing the DNA of health care with the promise of a 'healthier human'. The second of a three-part series

Why jamun seed powder is called a superfood for managing diabetes

Jamun seed powder contains jamboline and jambosine that help regulate blood sugar, support pancreatic function, and may aid in diabetes prevention if used correctly

National Doctors' Day: Why India celebrates its medical heroes on July 1

Observed on July 1, National Doctors' Day honours Indian medical professionals and commemorates the legacy of Dr B C Roy, a pioneer of public health

National Doctors' Day: What's in a doctor's bag besides a stethoscope?

From stethoscopes to chocolate bars, doctors carry essentials that blend clinical care with personal comfort, revealing the real life behind the white coat

Long hours, low safety: Over 80% of India's doctors face burnout

Over 80 per cent of doctors report mental exhaustion, with young women in smaller cities among the worst affected, shows National Doctors' Day survey

How medical education in India is pricing out future doctors and talent

From NEET coaching to postgraduate degrees, rising medical costs are forcing aspiring doctors to reconsider their future in the profession

Youth addiction spikes across India, experts urge mental health push

As drug use rises among India's youth, experts call for early screening, mental health support, and community rehab over punitive action to turn the tide

Drones can safely deliver blood in tough terrains, finds ICMR study

The study published in the Springer Nature journal said that in the future, drones could be an option to deliver other important and time-sensitive medical supplies

This is what 'magic mushrooms' do to cancer patients with depression

A new study finds that psilocybin, the hallucinogenic compound in magic mushrooms, can offer long-term relief from depression and anxiety in cancer patients

Understanding gestational diabetes: Why early detection, awareness matter

Despite common misconceptions, gestational diabetes can affect healthy women of any age or body type. Often symptomless, it frequently goes undiagnosed-putting both mother and child at risk

How undiagnosed ADHD raises addiction risk, especially in women

Experts warn that undiagnosed ADHD can lead to addiction due to impulsivity, emotional dysregulation and subtle symptoms often overlooked in adult women

Why some people get motion sickness and how to prevent it effectively

Expert explains what causes motion sickness, why some people are more prone to it, and what actually works to prevent or manage it across travel modes

India refutes Lancet report, says unvaccinated child rate now lower

A recent Lancet report had grouped India among eight countries having more than half of the world's zero dose children as of 2023

'Parental support, pre-op knowledge key to baby's smooth surgical journey'

Understanding the procedure, knowing what to expect, and learning how to support their child during recovery are essential to easing this journey

HPV key factor for rise in cancer cases among Indian youth, say doctors

With increasing cases of cervical, oral, and oropharyngeal cancers linked to HPV infection, experts believe India is on the brink of a preventable cancer crisis if urgent measures are not implemented