Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro wins FDA approval for a major new cardiovascular benefitEli Lilly's Mounjaro received FDA approval for reducing heart attack and stroke risks. This new indication expands its use beyond diabetes ...
28 Aug, 2026, 11.42 PM IST
From 2011 to 2023, nearly million patients visited Chicago hospital emergency rooms, urgent care centers, researchers found trending illness, injuries when temperature rises in U.S.Researchers found an association between high temperatures and individual medical problems, but that's not the same as a cause-and-effect, ...
27 Aug, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
In 1991, 3 doctors died in duty rooms; people blamed inactivity, ghee & coconut oil, but Apollo's Dr Prathap C Reddy says centuries-old famine may have altered genesIn 1991, the deaths of three Indian doctors from heart-related problems sparked concerns about the rising risk of cardiac issues among youn...
19 Aug, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
Jeju's Haenyeo women have spent generations diving without oxygen tanks; a 2025 study found their hearts slow dramatically underwater, likely shaped by years of trainingThe Haenyeo women of South Korea are renowned for their remarkable ability to dive deep without any oxygen tanks, gathering valuable resour...
18 Aug, 2026, 06.25 PM IST
In 1818, British prisons adopted William Cubitt's treadmill as a tool of hard labor. 208 years later, the machine is a fitness staple, but its modern medical and exercise history evolved separately from the original punishment deviceThe treadmill has an unsettling place in the history of exercise: its story includes Victorian prisons, forced labor, physiological researc...
13 Aug, 2026, 11.23 PM IST
In 2014, scientists compared EPAS1 DNA from 40 Tibetans and 40 Han Chinese and linked a high-altitude adaptation to Denisovan-like ancestry. 12 years later, the finding traced the genetic gift to an interbreeding event about 48,700 years agoIn 2014, scientists found a remarkable clue in Tibetan DNA. They compared the EPAS1 gene in 40 Tibetans and 40 Han Chinese and uncovered a ...
13 Aug, 2026, 07.40 PM IST
International Youth Day 2026: Why Indians in their 20s are facing diabetes, BP, fatty liverIn celebration of International Youth Day, we acknowledge the significant role played by young individuals in society, alongside their heal...
12 Aug, 2026, 10.54 AM IST
Full-fat milk, cheese and dairy every day? Canadian study delivers surprising findings on weight and cholesterolIn a groundbreaking Canadian research project involving 74 adults, evidence emerged showing that full-fat dairy does not contribute to weig...
10 Aug, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
A healthier heart, lower diabetes risk, and weight loss. How to switch to a Mediterranean-style diet graduallyEmbracing the Mediterranean diet offers significant wellness benefits and supports sustainable weight loss. This eating pattern centers on ...
04 Aug, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
ET Health Conclave 2026: Healthcare leaders reimagine the future of medicine through innovation, prevention and technologyFrom AI-powered hospitals and genomics to regenerative medicine and precision cardiology, ET Health Conclave 2026 brought together India's ...
04 Aug, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
Could skipping squats and lunges be hurting your health as you age? Experts warn of hidden heart risks, blood sugar problems, weaker bones if you don't train legsSkipping squats and lunges may mean missing more than a chance to build stronger legs. Experts explain how regular leg exercises can suppor...
03 Aug, 2026, 06.07 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
Over 44.73 crore Ayushman cards generated under AB-PMJAY: GovtOver 44.73 crore Ayushman cards have been created under the national health scheme. More than 12.69 crore hospital admissions were authoriz...
28 Jul, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
What is aortic dissection? The rare heart condition linked to Lindsey Graham's cause of death that can strike without warning. Check causes, symptoms, risk factors and when to seek emergency helpAortic dissection: US Senator Lindsey Graham's death from aortic dissection has raised public awareness. This condition involves a tear in ...
13 Jul, 2026, 09.58 PM IST
Healthy young man spends whole day watching movies. Gets up to stretch a drops dead. Doctor explains the one habit that killed him: 'Never sit....'A doctor on X recently shared an anecdote of a young man who suddenly died without any prior warning when he got up after a 12-hour movie w...
12 Jul, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
Global Market: European shares rebound as tech stocks recover; investors assess Middle East developmentsEuropean stock markets traded higher on Thursday, recovering from previous losses. Technology shares led the gains, driven by renewed inter...
09 Jul, 2026, 03.12 PM IST
Why do people snore? Causes, symptoms, risks and how to stop snoringSnoring, often dismissed as a mere annoyance, can signal underlying health issues like sleep apnea. The sound arises from obstructed breath...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.45 AM IST