The UN Security Council will meet later on Thursday to discuss the humanitarian situation in Gaza. | Photo: ANI 2 minutes reading time Last update: August 29, 2024 | 11:47 PM IS The Israeli military and the Palestinian militant group Hamas have agreed to three separate, zone-specific three-day pauses in fighting in the Gaza Strip … Read more
Gout occurs when uric acid builds up and forms needle-shaped crystals in the joints, causing swelling and redness. Do you often drink beer or champagne with your friends and family? While these drinks may lift your spirits, a new study has shown that these alcoholic beverages increase the risk of developing gout, an extremely painful … Read more
We all have days when waking up feels like a challenge and it feels like the world is against us. It’s natural to experience a bad mood from time to time, but when does it become chronic? How can someone recognize if they’re becoming an irritable person? When “some days” extend into weeks or months, … Read more
The kit was developed at Andhra Pradesh Medtech Zone in Visakhapatnam by Transasia Diagnostics. | Photo: PTI 1 minute read Last update: August 29, 2024 | 19:39 IS Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday launched a RT-PCR (reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction) kit for indigenous monkeypox (Mpox) here. The kit was developed … Read more
Dengue survivors are at higher risk of long-term health problems than COVID-19 patients, study finds (Image credit: iStock) Dengue and COVID-19 Dengue is a deadly disease that has wreaked havoc across the world. People who have recovered from both of these diseases still suffer from long-term health complications. However, a recent study conducted in Singapore … Read more
3 minutes reading time Last update: August 29, 2024 | 16:02 IS A recent study has revealed that over 60 per cent of the fixed dose combination (FDC) drugs used to treat mental health disorders in India are “unapproved” and lack proven therapeutic value, according to a report by The Print. The discovery comes amid … Read more
Studies have linked energy drinks to heart problems such as heart attacks and strokes. A 34-year-old man has died of cardiac arrest after drinking Red Bull energy drink daily, his wife has said. According to Meagan Shreve, her husband’s caffeine addiction caused him to drink at least three cans a day until his heart stopped … Read more
Have you ever noticed that your gums feel more swollen or your mouth is more sensitive during your period? It’s not your imagination! Hormones play a surprising role in our oral health, and fluctuations throughout life can have a noticeable impact. The good news is that with a little understanding and some simple adjustments, you … Read more
An expert reveals the factors that affect the success of IVF treatment – everything you need to know. (Image credit: iStock) For many couples struggling with infertility, in vitro fertilization (IVF) has emerged as a ray of hope. While IVF is an attractive avenue for child-rearing, couples need to keep a number of considerations in … Read more
Not being able to exercise is no longer an excuse for not staying active. Did you know that walking indoors can also contribute to a healthy lifestyle? While walking outdoors is always recommended to get a good dose of vitamin D, walking indoors also offers many benefits. According to Healthline, “Walking is a great form … Read more
