Childhood obesity and diabetes may silently weaken bone growth, raising fracture and osteoporosis risk later. A study links insulin resistance in teens to reduced bone strength development.
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Social isolation raises diabetes risk by 34% and poor blood sugar control by 75% in older adults, per a U.S. study. Experts urge a more nuanced view, linking mental health to chronic disease outcomes.
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Fadima, 26, with severe heart failure, received a life-saving heart transplant at RML Hospital, Delhi, from a 24-year-old brain-dead donor. She's recovering well after the complex surgery.
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Mycetoma is a neglected tropical disease caused by fungi or bacteria, spreading silently via skin injuries. A new global study reveals iron’s role in fungal grain formation, offering hope for new treatments.
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New findings link postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) to long-term heart risks, prompting experts to urge lifelong maternal care and routine cardiovascular screening for affected women.
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Meena, a mother caring for her autistic son, faces chronic stress, isolation, and health issues. A study urges policy shifts to support caregivers, vital for both parent and child well-being.
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Anaemia affects 259M in South Asia, threatening 18M more women/girls by 2030. It harms health, productivity, and child development. A regional push is underway to scale proven, cost-effective solutions.
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A study found Chakhesang Naga tribe members with blood type A face over 4× higher risk of hypertension and diabetes, linking genetic factors, diet shifts, and healthcare access to rising NCDs.
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Exposure to light at night disrupts circadian rhythms, increasing risk of heart disease, stroke, and irregular heartbeat, especially in older adults. Reducing night light may protect heart health.
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Experts and agencies reject any link between COVID-19 vaccines and sudden cardiac deaths, citing studies showing no causal connection. Vaccines saved lives and passed rigorous safety checks.
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