Brain
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How dangerous are your daily habits for your brain? A neurosurgeon rates them out of ten
Health | February 04, 2026 10:47 ISTHow dangerous are your daily habits? A neurosurgeon ranks alcohol, sleep deprivation and even skipping tooth brushing by brain risk, revealing how routine behaviours many people ignore can quietly damage memory, cognition and long-term brain health.
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Your brain on reading: 9 ways it shapes how you think, feel and focus
Lifestyle | December 18, 2025 9:33 ISTReading does more than pass the time. Research suggests it can influence how the brain processes information, manages stress and maintains mental sharpness over the years. We discuss nine ways regular reading reshapes your brain.
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Are we becoming mentally lazy due to ChatGPT? Ways to stay sharp in the AI era
Lifestyle | November 27, 2025 16:14 ISTIs ChatGPT making us mentally slower or overly dependent on AI? Explore how AI tools may affect our thinking, why they can sometimes make us ‘dumb & dumber,’ and practical ways to stay sharp, thoughtful, and wiser in the AI-driven world.
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Your child’s bedtime routine is shaping their brain more than you think, says expert
Health | November 26, 2025 12:57 ISTA bedtime routine isn’t just about getting children to sleep on time. It’s a scientifically backed, emotionally meaningful practice that shapes the way their brains grow, learn, and adapt. The habits parents build today become the foundation for a lifetime of better sleep and sharper cognition.
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7 signs your bad sleep is hurting your mind
Lifestyle | September 13, 2025 19:35 ISTSleep is important for your brain; however, people tend to overlook its impact. Poor-quality sleep not only makes you tired but also affects your mental well-being, focus, and emotional stability. Here are some signs that your bad sleep is taking a toll on your mind.
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Brain tumour: Know how tumour location affects different body functions
Health | September 13, 2025 12:46 ISTTumours in the frontal lobe can cause personality changes and problems with movement, while those in the cerebellum may lead to balance and coordination issues. Read on to know how the location of the brain tumour affects different body functions.
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Kerala reports active cases, death due to brain-eating amoeba; know symptoms, preventive measures
Health | August 27, 2025 21:18 ISTNaegleria fowleri, also known as “brain-eating amoeba," causes rare brain infection known as amoebic meningoencephalitis. If the infection is not managed early, the condition can turn out to be fatal. Read on to know more about amoebic meningoencephalitis.
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COVID-19 pandemic, lockdowns aged the brain 5.5 times faster, even without infection, finds study
Health | August 06, 2025 17:04 ISTSeveral studies have earlier found that SARS-CoV-2 infections have led to neurodegeneration and cognitive decline in older people. However, this study now focuses on how people were affected by the pandemic. Read on to know more.
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How a short nap can improve memory and performance, says Harvard study
Health | August 05, 2025 20:47 ISTFeeling foggy after learning something new? A Harvard study explains how a nap boosts your memory and brain performance in just a short break.
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Jharkhand Education Min Ramdas Soren suffers brain injury, to be airlifted to Delhi for treatment
India | August 02, 2025 14:16 ISTState Health Minister Irfan Ansari confirmed that with the rapid worsening of Ramdas Soren’s condition, preparations are being made to airlift him to Delhi. The transfer aims to provide him with advanced medical care necessary for his brain injury and related complications.
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World Brain Day 2025: Know the effects of doomscrolling on brain function, mental wellness
Health | July 22, 2025 13:59 ISTOne might think that doomscrolling is an obsessive behaviour of scrolling through the negative stuff on social media or on news platforms, particularly in the times of crisis, is a means of staying informed. In fact, it is silently demolishing our brains and minds, experts share how. Read here.
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What are the major early signs of brain tumour? Expert explains why timely detection matters
Health | July 21, 2025 11:41 ISTRecognising these signs early and acting on them can mean the difference between delayed care and proactive, effective treatment. As with many serious conditions, timing can change everything.
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Doom Scrolling to Skipping Meals: Doctor shares 5 everyday habits that are ageing your brain
Lifestyle | July 11, 2025 23:09 ISTKnow how everyday habits like doomscrolling and skipping meals can accelerate brain ageing. Learn expert tips to keep your mind sharp and youthful.
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Women at greater risk of cognitive decline from polluting cooking fuels, reveals IISc study
Health | July 02, 2025 9:28 ISTThe researchers analysed MRI brain scans of ageing adults in the rural town of Srinivaspura in Karnataka. It revealed that women might be at a higher risk of experiencing adverse effects in the brain. Read on to know more about the study.
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What is chronic stress? Expert explains its neurochemical impact on the brain
Health | June 27, 2025 22:59 ISTKnow the effects of chronic stress on your brain. Learn from an expert how prolonged stress alters neurochemistry and what it means for your mental well-being.
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6 overlooked health issues that can lead to cognitive decline
Health | June 25, 2025 17:59 ISTKnow the hidden health issues that can accelerate cognitive decline. Learn how to protect your brain health this Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month 2025.
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Scientists sound alarm over newly discovered brain-inflaming bat viruses in China
Health | June 25, 2025 12:58 ISTResearchers have cautioned that urine may act as a conduit for henipaviruses, increasing the possibility that these bats could infect crops that are eaten by people or animals. This may lead to another outbreak.
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Is it just burnout or something serious? When should you take brain fog seriously, doctor answers
Health | June 10, 2025 15:35 ISTWhile lifestyle changes like better nutrition, proper sleep and stress management can help us in getting rid of brain fog and fatigue, however, we should not ignore persistent symptoms. Read on as doctor answers when you should take your brain fog symptoms seriously.
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Memory games to mental math: Try these brain exercises to improve your memory
Lifestyle | June 10, 2025 15:23 ISTBoth memory and concentration are important functions of your brain. While your brain has the ability to perform these functions on its own, there are certain things you can do every day to boost these functions. Here are some brain exercises that can help boost memory.
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World Brain Tumour Day 2025: Expert debunks myths about smartphones and brain tumours
Health | June 08, 2025 7:33 ISTThe current evidence and data from multiple studies suggest that cell phone use has NOT increased the incidence of brain or other cancers. Read on to know as expert debunks the myth.
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