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Bird Flu confirmed as primary cause of Big Bear bald eagle Jackie's death, raising concerns and what it means for other raptorsJackie, a well-known bald eagle, died due to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza after receiving veterinary treatment. The necropsy revealed ...
World Health Organization informs countries to improve efforts to prevent lead exposureThe World Health Organization (WHO) urges countries to expand their efforts to prevent lead exposure, especially to children who are vulner...
Nana Patekar's cardiac arrest puts heart health in focus: 6 habits to start todayThe death of veteran actor Nana Patekar underscores the critical need for cardiovascular health awareness and prevention. Heart disease oft...
Samantha Ruth Prabhu has 100 grams of protein every day and has remained 50 kg. Harvard scholars say high protein diet helps you burn more calories, even when you are asleepHaving a protein-heavy diet can go a long way in keeping you svelte. As per studies, protein-heavy foods such as lean meat, eggs etc can he...
In 1882, unique tortoise brought to South Atlantic island of St Helena, today scientists claim world's oldest-known terrestrial animal holds clues for youthful, death defying lifeScientists have studied Jonathan the tortoise to explore the secrets of the animal's amazing longevity, sequencing his genome and analysing...
Ramya Krishnan looks fit and radiant at 56. One dietary habit followed by Baahubali star can improve sleep, reduce blood sugar and help you look youngRamya Krishnan looks ageless and at peak fitness at 56. As per reports, the Baahubali star does not rely on surgeries to look beautiful but...
Hair fall decoded: Causes, triggers, and warning signsFor many, hair shedding can raise concerns, with various elements at play like stress, hormonal imbalances, and nutrition. Recognizing the ...
An ECG device in a doctor’s palm: Inside Scanbo’s AI heart-screening pushSurat-based Scanbo has developed an AI-led medical device, D8, that can give a quick interpretation of abnormalities behind the functioning...
Earth’s 7 of 9 Planetary Boundaries have been breached: Amazon, oceans and climate are among systems under pressure as situations continue to worsenEarth's natural systems face mounting pressures, with seven of nine planetary boundaries now breached. The Planetary Health Check 2026 high...
Women tip the scale as weight-loss boom reaches tier-II citiesWhile startups such as General Catalyst-backed Voy and Mumbai-based Metago are seeing higher demand from women, Elevate Now, backed by Tita...
What glucosamine may be doing inside the brain has scientists taking a closer look at its possible link to dementia progressionResearchers at the University of Florida found links between glucosamine use and higher dementia progression in individuals with mild cogni...
Vitruvias Therapeutics thyroid tablet recall gets FDA’s highest-risk rating - here’s what to check and what patients need to knowA thyroid medicine recall has received the FDA’s highest-risk classification after testing found one lot of Thyroid Tablets, USP 30 mg coul...
In 2015, a Theranos photo shoot left photographer Benjamin Rasmussen with questions about Elizabeth Holmes and the carefully controlled world the company wanted the cameras to showIn 2015, photographer Benjamin Rasmussen took portraits of Elizabeth Holmes at Theranos, which had recently faced scrutiny. The public-rela...
Can LED bulbs give you diabetes? UCL neuroscientist warns modern lighting may damage mitochondria and affect metabolismThe rise of LED lighting in residential and commercial spaces has sparked discussions among health experts. Some researchers suggest that t...
A strange honeycomb rash appeared on a child’s stomach and grew more painful over weeks, until doctors traced the unusual skin damage to how he used his laptopA mysterious honeycomb-like rash on a boy’s abdomen was initially mistaken for an injury, but doctors traced it to prolonged laptop use. Th...
Science says some turtles can breathe through their rear ends, but the real biology is stranger than you can imagineWhat these turtles do is considerably more complex than the phrase “breathing through their rear ends” suggests. They move water over speci...
The rice on your plate may affect blood sugar differently than you think — scientists find black and green varieties contain unusual fats and slower-digesting starchResearchers discovered diverse lipid molecules within Japanese rice grains. Black and green rice varieties showed unique fat profiles and s...
Manoj Jarange dehydrated, at risk of electrolyte imbalance: DoctorActivist Manoj Jarange faces dehydration and requires hospitalization during his journey. His hunger strike has entered its nineteenth day,...
The US eradicated this flesh-eating parasite decades ago. Now it is detected in Texas and New MexicoAfter vanishing for decades, the New World screwworm has made a distressing return to the United States. To address this threat, scientists...
Does smoking protect against Parkinson’s? A study of half a million people points to carbon monoxide, revealing a surprising clue in cigarette smokeA recent study indicates that carbon monoxide might be responsible for lowering the risk of Parkinson's disease, as opposed to nicotine. Re...