In 1860, German chemistry PhD Albert Niemann isolated cocaine from coca leaves; the tongue-numbness he noted led to the first local anesthesia 24 years laterA simple observation of numbness from coca leaves led to a medical revolution. Scientists isolated cocaine, revealing its power to block pa...
18 Jun, 2026, 08.24 PM IST
Death rate in ICE immigrant detention centers more than doubles under Trump, Reuters analysis findsFifty individuals have died in U.S. immigration detention since January 2025, a rate that has more than doubled since 2009. Concerns are ri...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Carbon monoxide levels register gradual rise in Delhi in first five months this year: DataDelhi's carbon monoxide levels have shown a steady rise this year, with monthly averages reaching their highest in years until May. This tr...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.56 PM IST
China’s EV boom is cleaning the air, and may have prevented 262,000 deathsElectric vehicles are proving to be life savers. Studies show China's shift to electric cars has prevented thousands of premature deaths. A...
10 Jun, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
AIIMS study shows how air pollution can damage placenta, restrict fetal growth and change babies before they are bornA new study reveals that air pollution significantly damages the placenta, restricting fetal growth and increasing pregnancy complications ...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
Forget pills? This humble vegetable juice slashes blood pressure in just 14 days, biggest study everNew research from the University of Exeter reveals beetroot juice significantly lowers blood pressure in older adults. Drinking nitrate-ric...
26 May, 2026, 03.19 AM IST
Doctor explains why checking blood pressure on both arms can save a life: 'Blood pressure is rarely identical...'Measuring blood pressure in both arms during initial evaluations can reveal hidden vascular disorders, according to Dr. Nikhil Agrawal. A s...
10 May, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
Not just hot days, hot nights are the real problem: Why heatwave health impact and risk increases after sunsetHot nights are emerging as a serious health risk, especially during ongoing heatwaves across India. When temperatures remain high after sun...
27 Apr, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
Neil Sedaka cause of death revealed: What is Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease?Iconic singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka's cause of death has been revealed as atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, with kidney failure as a...
20 Mar, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
Total cholesterol levels may not tell you truth about your heart health. Apollo doctor reveals the one heart risk indicator you are neglectingA senior physician from Apollo Hospital, Hyderabad, is urging a shift from total cholesterol to more accurate heart risk indicators. He hig...
15 Nov, 2025, 11.31 AM IST
Continue vaccinations against COVID-19 for tackling long-term effects on heart: ResearchersResearchers advocate for continued COVID-19 vaccination to combat long Covid's lasting impact on heart health, emphasizing targeted cardiov...
18 Sep, 2025, 05.19 PM IST
1 in every 4 diabetics at serious risk of heart failure: StudyStudies in Mumbai and Delhi-NCR reveal that one in four diabetic patients are at serious risk of developing heart failure. Elevated NT-proB...
28 Sep, 2024, 06.42 PM IST
Study finds men with diabetes at higher risk of health complications than womenA new study from The University of Sydney reveals that men with diabetes face significantly higher risks of serious health complications co...
20 May, 2024, 07.49 PM IST
Your heart needs extra care after Covid: Tips for a healthy recoveryA study found that there were approximately 90,000 more deaths in the US attributed to cardiovascular disease during the first two years of...
08 Sep, 2023, 10.08 AM IST
High cholesterol and weight, reduced physical stamina may signal long COVID: Lancet study"These results have societal and public-health effects and can be used to guide strategies for broad interdisciplinary evaluation of COVID-...
06 Sep, 2022, 01.18 PM IST
Take care of your heart, coronavirus can cause serious cardiovascular problemsCOVID-19 can cause serious complications like heart failure, heart attacks and blood clots that can lead to strokes.
18 May, 2020, 05.06 PM IST
Diabetics, protect heart from stroke: Add almonds, walnuts & pistachios to your dietNuts are full of unsaturated fatty acids, fibre, vitamin E, and reduce risk of cardiovascular disease in diabetics.
21 Feb, 2019, 02.09 PM IST