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  Prostate cancer in men: Symptoms, risks and early detection explained

  Dec 29, 2025, 11:53 AM

  Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men but often goes unnoticed. Experts stress early screening, awareness of subtle symptoms and timely testing to improve outcomes.

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  Festival binge drinking linked to oral cancer risk, warn health experts

  Dec 29, 2025, 10:26 AM

  Excessive alcohol consumption during festivals can damage the mouth lining and increase oral cancer risk. Know how binge drinking affects oral health and long-term well-being.

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  More than flavour: New study shows how curcumin (turmeric) may support heart health in diabetes

  Dec 27, 2025, 12:41 PM

  Curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, is gaining attention beyond blood sugar control. A recent study suggests it may help lower blood pressure in people with diabetes. We take a closer look at the findings, who may benefit, and what to consider before supplementation.

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  Mood, skin, energy and periods feel off? Not hormones, but this organ might be running the show

  Dec 26, 2025, 01:18 PM

  Many women struggle with hormonal symptoms like PMS, acne, fatigue and mood swings. Ayurveda suggests the issue may not be hormones alone, but an overworked internal organ that processes them. We explain the link and simple habits that help restore balance.

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  Why your air fryer might be working against your health, Mumbai doctor explains

  Dec 25, 2025, 12:22 PM

  Air fryers are often seen as a healthier way to cook, but a Mumbai-based doctor warns they can create a false sense of health. While they reduce oil, they cannot undo poor food choices, especially when used for ultra-processed frozen snacks.

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  Oxidative stress and male infertility: Expert explains impact on sperm DNA quality

  Dec 24, 2025, 04:11 PM

  Are you aware? Oxidative stress is known to damage sperm DNA, reducing fertility and increasing the risk of complications. Here, the expert helps to decode how oxidative stress impacts sperm DNA and fertility.

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  Drinking over Christmas and New Year? Here’s why Hangxiety can creep in and how to deal with it

  Dec 24, 2025, 09:22 AM

  Christmas and New Year celebrations often involve drinks and late nights. For some, this can lead to hangxiety, a mix of anxiety and unease the next day. We take a look at what hangxiety is, why it happens, and simple ways to manage it during the festive season.

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  From first to third trimester: How stress affects you and your baby

  Dec 23, 2025, 07:18 PM

  Stress during pregnancy can affect both mother and baby differently in each trimester. Learn how stress impacts you from the first to the third trimester and ways to manage it safely.

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  Bird flu outbreak in Kerala: Causes, risks, symptoms, treatment and what you need to know

  Dec 23, 2025, 05:43 PM

  Bird flu cases have been reported in parts of India. Here’s what H5N1 is, who is at risk, symptoms in humans, treatment options and prevention tips.

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  Recurrent throat pain without fever? It could be an acid reflux, not an infection

  Dec 23, 2025, 12:03 PM

  Recurrent throat pain without fever may not be an infection. Learn how acid reflux and silent GERD can irritate the throat, common symptoms to watch for, and when to seek medical advice.

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  Dry eye syndrome during winter: Tips to take care of your eyes when temperature drops

  Dec 22, 2025, 11:58 AM

  Winter dryness, indoor heating and screen time can disrupt the tear film, leading to dry, irritated eyes. Doctors explain causes, symptoms and simple care tips.

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  Dry skin not improving with moisturisers? These medical tests may reveal the real cause

  Dec 22, 2025, 09:57 AM

  If your skin stays dry despite regular moisturising, the problem may be internal. Doctors explain the medical tests that can help identify hidden health causes.

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  Ayush mark, Yoga to digital portals: PM Modi’s big announcements at WHO Global Summit

  Dec 19, 2025, 07:49 PM

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched key Ayush initiatives, including the Ayush Mark and digital platforms, at the WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine to boost global trust in traditional medicine systems.

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  Lancet study identifies 6 early red flags linked to higher dementia risk

  Dec 19, 2025, 03:37 PM

  A new Lancet Psychiatry study suggests certain emotional symptoms in midlife may signal dementia risk decades before memory problems appear.

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  Struggling with period cramps? Pain medicine specialist suggests 5 simple home remedies

  Dec 19, 2025, 10:04 AM

  Menstrual cramps can disrupt daily life and leave many reaching for painkillers. A pain medicine physician explains why period pain occurs and shares five simple home remedies that may help ease cramps naturally by relaxing muscles, reducing inflammation and improving circulation.

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  Think smoking only harms the lungs? What a US-based gastroenterologist wants you to know

  Dec 19, 2025, 08:48 AM

  Smoking is commonly associated with lung damage, but its impact goes far beyond that. A US-based gastroenterologist sheds light on the lesser-known ways smoking affects the body, interferes with healing, and quietly contributes to health problems over time.

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  Neem benefits explained: Why Ayurveda sees it as a natural blood purifier

  Dec 18, 2025, 01:52 PM

  Neem is known in Ayurveda as a Rakta Shodhaka, or blood purifier. This explainer looks at how neem’s bitter compounds support detox, immunity and skin health.

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  Why cold weather worsens multiple sclerosis symptoms and what patients should know

  Dec 17, 2025, 05:16 PM

  Heat sensitivity in multiple sclerosis is well known, but doctors say cold weather can also worsen symptoms. From nerve conduction to muscle stiffness, here’s how winter affects MS patients and what helps.

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  Yashasvi Jaiswal hospitalised with acute gastroenteritis: Symptoms, causes and treatment

  Dec 17, 2025, 10:28 AM

  India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was hospitalised after being diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis. Here’s a simple explainer on causes, treatment and recovery.

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  PCOS in teenage girls: Why doctors say India is seeing cases as early as 13

  Dec 16, 2025, 05:40 PM

  Doctors warn that PCOS is no longer limited to adult women. In India, cases are now being detected in girls as young as 13.