Perez Hilton viral TikTok incident puts spotlight on sepsis and post-sepsis syndrome; what it means and what we know so farMiami-Dade Sheriff's Office visited Perez Hilton's home after a disturbing TikTok livestream. Online speculation linked his alleged self-ha...
05 Aug, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
Centre deploys national outbreak team to Gujarat, Rajasthan as Chandipura virus cases riseA national team has been sent to Gujarat and Rajasthan to aid the ongoing Chandipura virus disease outbreak. Experts are investigating the ...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
Researchers develop chewing gum that targets HPV and microbes linked to head and neck cancerChewing gum that targets cancer-linked oral bacteria: Researchers developed bioengineered chewing gum targeting head and neck cancer microb...
05 Aug, 2026, 05.23 AM IST
In 1965, a Polish-American woman chemist made an unexpected discovery and created a compound five times stronger than steel helping in saving lives through bulletproof vests, spacecrafts and helmetsIn 1965, a Polish-American woman chemist made an unexpected discovery and created a compound five times stronger than steel helping in savi...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
Your next flight could carry a different emergency medical kit: What the FAA's overhaul means05 Aug, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
ET Health Conclave 2026: Healthcare leaders reimagine the future of medicine through innovation, prevention and technologyThe ET Health Conclave 2026 celebrated healthcare professionals and institutions. Leaders shared insights on healthcare infrastructure and ...
04 Aug, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
Type 2 diabetes patients on metformin, take note: After 60 years, scientists find this drug has hidden effects on the brainDiabetes: Recent studies reveal that metformin may influence blood sugar management via the brain. This medication stimulates a distinct br...
04 Aug, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Centre mulling patient safety framework for dental implantsIndia's government is considering a national regulatory framework for dental implants. This action follows concerns raised about unregulate...
04 Aug, 2026, 01.34 AM IST
200 years ago one of Earth's oldest plant chemicals was isolated but researchers now find ways to make new potential medicines with two poisonous flowersScientists have uncovered how two famously poisonous plants produce complex chemicals that could one day contribute to new medicines. Resea...
03 Aug, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
Type 2 diabetes medicine widely used since 1922 may affect blood sugar patient's brain, claims recent studyMetformin may have been part of diabetes medicine for generations, but scientists are still uncovering new chapters in its story. The possi...
03 Aug, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
From Cancer to Diabetes: Studies reveal these food preservatives may be linked to serious health problemsTwo large French studies suggest some common food preservatives may be linked to a higher risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes. However, rese...
03 Aug, 2026, 12.31 PM IST
Do you consume protein for good health? Scientists say eating less could slow ageing & improve your metabolismNew research suggests that consuming less protein may benefit many adults. According to the review, reducing protein intake could improve m...
03 Aug, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
In 1925, Soviet scientist Sergei Brukhonenko developed world's first heart-lung machine 'Autojector' - The remarkable milestone that changed the future of heart surgerySergei Brukhonenko's 1925 Autojector machine pioneered external blood circulation and oxygenation. This invention allowed surgeons to tempo...
03 Aug, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
India, Bhutan sign two agreements on Line of Credit, health education cooperation: MEA on Misri's Bhutan visitIndia and Bhutan have signed two agreements during Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's visit to Bhutan, including a Line of Credit agreement a...
31 Jul, 2026, 10.07 PM IST
New insurance norms for hospital admission: 'Unnecessary hospitalisation' won't be allowed; doctors fear genuine mediclaims may be deniedNew insurance norms for hospital admission issued by the General Insurance Council advise that patients with uncomplicated fever be treated...
31 Jul, 2026, 01.21 PM IST
Rajnath Singh launches India's first military medicine facility to bolster defences against 'emerging threats'The defence minister virtually inaugurated the Department of Military Medicine at the Command Hospital (Central Command) in Lucknow, assert...
29 Jul, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
Levothyroxine recalled nationwide by FDA; Earlier studies claim over 20 million Americans are 'unnecessarily' taking this thyroid medicationThe FDA has recalled levothyroxine sodium nationwide due to potency standard concerns. This medication is used to treat hypothyroidism and ...
29 Jul, 2026, 12.07 PM IST