Gene therapy for cholesterol: Initial test results cheerA new gene editing medicine, VERVE-102, offers hope for millions with heart conditions. Eli Lilly's drug showed significant reductions in b...
27 May, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
No extreme diets or workouts: Hotmail’s founder Sabeer Bhatia, 57, shares his fitness secret after his cholesterol dropped from 240 to 149Hotmail co-founder Sabeer Bhatia achieved remarkable health results with a simple fitness plan. He reduced his total cholesterol by 91 poin...
23 May, 2026, 12.50 PM IST
Novartis sharpening India strategy as a pure-play innovatorNovartis India country president and managing director Amitabh Dube said India is gradually moving beyond its traditional role as a clinica...
20 May, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
US drugs site TrumpRx to list 600 generics as Donald Trump targets lower pricesPresident Donald Trump is expanding access to affordable medicines. The government website TrumpRx.gov will now list over 600 generic drugs...
19 May, 2026, 07.42 AM IST
No protein supplement. Simple South Indian food, milk, curd and methi helped her grandfather live past 100 years. Even pet dog lived past 18 years, claims woman from ChennaiA viral social media post questions the emphasis on protein-rich diets. It shares the story of a Chennai resident's grandfather who lived t...
17 May, 2026, 09.59 PM IST
Not old men, not kids. Fitness expert names the people who are 'invisible patients' : 'Nobody is asking the actual question...'Indian mothers often neglect their health, leading to chronic illnesses like joint pain, thyroid issues, diabetes, and hypertension in midd...
10 May, 2026, 04.37 PM IST
Kidney health warning: 10 common habits that could be putting your kidneys at serious risk, according to doctorsKidney health is silently impacted by everyday habits, with diet and lifestyle playing a crucial role. Excess salt, processed foods, and hi...
07 May, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
The alchemist of Bengaluru: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw began from a garageKiran Mazumdar-Shaw has named her niece Claire Mazumdar as successor, setting up a gradual leadership transition at Biocon. A pioneer who b...
05 May, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
Eat more of this everyday food — researchers say it can improve Type 2 diabetesResearchers say sesame may help people with Type 2 diabetes by supporting better blood sugar and heart health. A new study looked at many t...
20 Nov, 2025, 07.00 AM IST
New daily pill could slash Cholesterol for patients who don’t respond to Statins, study findsA new pill called Enlicitide may help people who don’t get results from statins. The drug showed big drops in bad cholesterol in early test...
13 Nov, 2025, 12.31 AM IST
Are eggs on your plate damaging your heart health? Study claims higher consumption of eggs may lead to early death; here’s what you need to knowA study published in JAMA Network suggests that regular egg consumption is linked to an increased risk of heart disease and death. Research...
13 Oct, 2025, 05.09 PM IST
High cholesterol? Ayurveda’s isabgol could slash your LDL, but only if you follow the right dosage; Full guide insideIsabgol, a natural fibre, aids digestion and reduces cholesterol. Studies show regular intake lowers LDL cholesterol. The FDA recognizes it...
23 Sep, 2025, 11.49 AM IST
A 34-year-old man’s ‘normal’ health checkup reveals silent red flags. CMC Vellore doctor decodes reportA 34-year-old man's routine health check revealed hidden risks, including borderline dyslipidaemia, elevated uric acid, and vitamin D defic...
28 Aug, 2025, 02.08 PM IST
Cholesterol-lowering pill sparks scare in Japan after 2 deaths, over 100 hospitalisationsAccording to a report by news agency Kyodo, there have been two fatalities and over 100 hospitalizations suspected to be linked to the cons...
27 Mar, 2024, 11.59 AM IST
Kuka Xoco develops world's first medicinal chocolateThe new prototype bar, being developed by Kuka Xoco, contains only 35 per cent fats and sugar so that the cacao will be more effective.
05 Oct, 2015, 02.12 PM IST
Truth about cholesterol: Approach to cholesterol & heart disease short-sightedRecent studies demonstrate that this all-or-nothing approach to cholesterol and heart disease is short-sighted, and could result in adverse...
20 Aug, 2014, 03.25 PM IST
US Food and Drug Administration approves drug to cut cholesterolMorgan Liscinsky, an FDA spokeswoman, said high levels of LDL cholesterol were a known risk factor for heart disease.
05 May, 2013, 01.06 PM IST