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Cancer-linked chemicals found in widely used skincare, haircare products
Lotions, shampoos, soaps, leave-in hair products, and even eyelash glue may contain formaldehyde-releasing chemicals linked to cancer, according to a new study
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12 common cancer myths busted: What doctors say you must stop believing
Fact-check Friday: Doctors debunk persistent cancer myths-from sugar and deodorants to breast surgery and mobile phones-that often mislead patients, delay diagnosis, and derail treatment decisions
Updated On : 16 May 2025 | 6:48 AM IST "Health with BS")
Chubby isn't cute: Belly fat in kids linked to heart risk by age 10
Belly fat growth patterns in childhood are tied to insulin resistance, high blood pressure, and early heart disease risk by age 10, finds a decade-long Danish study presented at ECO 2025
Updated On : 14 May 2025 | 4:19 PM IST "Health with BS")
Should you get the flu vaccine every year? Here's what Indian doctors say
From cost to timing and effectiveness, here's what doctors in India want you to know about the annual flu vaccine, who should take it, and why it matters for health and hospitalisation prevention
Updated On : 14 May 2025 | 11:16 AM IST "Health with BS")
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Doctors used CRISPR to rewrite a baby's DNA and fix a rare liver disorder
A nine-month-old with a fatal liver condition became the first to receive a CRISPR-based DNA-editing therapy custom-built to repair his unique mutation
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Sitting too long may shrink your brain-even if you exercise daily
A new seven-year study shows that prolonged sitting-even with regular exercise-is linked to brain shrinkage, memory loss, and Alzheimer's risk, especially in genetically vulnerable adults
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How Sanjay Dutt fought stage 4 lung cancer with chemo and resolve
Diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2020, Sanjay Dutt turned to chemotherapy, exercise, and family support in his fight against non-small cell lung cancer-diagnosed only after symptoms turned severe
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Why many 30-year-olds already have knee damage, even without symptoms
MRI scans reveal early cartilage and bone damage in young adults, with obesity, high BMI and family history driving silent knee degeneration by age 30
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Can AI guide your health questions? OpenAI's HealthBench puts it to test
OpenAI's HealthBench benchmark tests how safely and accurately AI like ChatGPT can handle health queries, suggest treatments, and support doctors using physician-designed real-world scenarios
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Is this a heart attack? These are the warning signs every man must know
Men often ignore chest pain, fatigue, or indigestion-learn the warning signs of a heart attack, key differences from stress or acidity, and what to do that could help save your life
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PM Modi calls for scaling up early detection to eliminate TB by 2025
India accounts for 26 per cent of global TB burden; PM highlights technology use, infrastructure expansion and targeted outreach as key to meeting 2025 goal
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India cuts maternal, infant deaths: MMR, IMR and NMR show big gains
India has made progress in reducing maternal and child deaths, with SRS 2021 data showing declines in MMR, IMR, U5MR and NMR-and improving sex ratio, TFR, and SDG alignment
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Just 5 minutes of junk food ads can make children eat 130 calories more
New UK study links brief exposure to junk food advertising with increased calorie intake in kids, sparking fresh calls for stricter ad regulations and parental awareness
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Mother's Day: Postpartum support calls on the rise as stigma fades
Post-Mother's Day, experts say more Indian mothers are breaking silence on postpartum depression and turning to tele-mental health amid rising awareness and lower stigma
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Karan Johar reveals he lives with body dysmorphia disorder: What it means
Karan Johar has opened up about living with body dysmorphia, a mental health condition marked by obsessive focus on appearance flaws. Experts explain symptoms, causes, and the social media link
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AI tool claims your selfie can predict cancer survival more accurately
FaceAge, an AI tool developed by Harvard researchers, estimates biological age using facial images and can predict cancer survival outcomes more accurately than doctors
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Mounjaro helps users lose more weight than Wegovy, new trial reveals
GLP-1 drug Zepbound leads to greater weight and waist loss than Wegovy in 72-week trial, say researchers at European Congress on Obesity comparing new-generation weight-loss drugs
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Can weight-loss drugs like Ozempic help prevent cancer? New study says yes
New research suggests GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro may lower the risk of several obesity-related cancers, even matching surgery in preventive benefits
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How chronic stress is silently impacting middle-aged women's hearts
Chronic stress and hormonal shifts are increasing cardiovascular risks in women during midlife-experts share symptoms, risks, and prevention tips
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