People with a certain heart valve abnormality may be at an increased risk of developing severe heart rhythm disorders, also known as arrhythmias, according to […]
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New oral antibiotic as effective as standard Gonorrhoea treatment: Lancet
A new pill has shown promise against antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea – a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) -, according to a study published in the journal […]
Babies, kids` mattresses with brain-harming chemicals may raise health risks
A team of Canadian researchers has found plasticisers called phthalates, flame retardants, and other harmful chemicals in mattresses of babies and young children who are […]
Gut-brain link behind behavioural symptoms in children with autism
Imbalance in the digestive system may disrupt brain signals and influence behavioural symptoms in children with autism, according to a study on Monday. Researchers from […]
IIT-B study explores why South Asian countries face extreme heat waves
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) have found different climatic drivers behind back-to-back extreme heat events experienced by South Asian countries including […]
Vishu 2025: Devotees receive Ayyappa gold lockets at Sabarimala Temple
The distribution of gold lockets with images of Lord Ayyappa, brought out by the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB), began at the Sabarimala Temple on Monday, […]
Want to curb high blood pressure? Study says eating more bananas and broccoli
Eating bananas or broccoli, rich in potassium, may effectively help lower hypertension – affecting over 30 per cent of adults globally, according to a study. […]
Hyd-born doctor gets prestigious American College of Physicians fellowship
Dr. Divya Sistla, a U.S.-based endocrinologist originally from Telangana, has been awarded the esteemed title of Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) — […]
`The Golconda Blue`: Rare Indian royal diamond to go on auction for first time
A rare piece of India`s royal heritage, `The Golconda Blue` — a historic diamond once owned by the Maharajas of Indore and Baroda — is […]
What is Type-5 diabetes? Know about the malnutrition-induced condition
While blood sugar cases are significantly soaring worldwide, a lesser-known malnutrition-related form of diabetes — designated as Type-5 diabetes — is gaining global attention after […]