Brain dead but saves 6 lives: How a 13-year-old Hyderabad girl’s father turned an unimaginable loss into a life-saving giftA 13-year-old Hyderabad girl, Guda Rohitha, was declared brain dead after a road accident near Balanagar Flyover. Her father, Narayana Rao,...
04 Nov, 2026, 08.25 PM IST
Rachel Apa cause of death: What is rhabdomyolysis? The rare condition that caused 24 year old runner to die after collapsing near the NYC Marathon finish lineRachel Apa, a 24-year-old runner, collapsed during the NYC marathon and later died at the hospital. She was diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis, ...
04 Nov, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
Rachel Apa death: Can running cause rhabdomyolysis? Doctor explains risks and warning signsRachel Apa, a 24-year-old from Lewisberry, Pennsylvania, tragically collapsed just short of completing a marathon. Her father revealed that...
04 Nov, 2026, 04.50 PM IST
In California, researchers tracked desert tortoises in a protected area for 34 years; numbers fell from 589 to 47 by 2002, then rose to 73 by 2012In California, desert tortoises have suffered an alarming 92% population decline, even within designated protected areas. Research attribut...
03 Nov, 2026, 05.00 PM IST
Rutgers scientists changed one gene in tiny worms to test a human kidney disease clue; the altered nerve protein fell to 15% of normal and missed its targetResearchers at Rutgers University have delved into the genetics of kidney disease by studying the miniature roundworm C. elegans. By manipu...
03 Nov, 2026, 04.30 PM IST
Khiana Smith health update: Fitness influencer hospitalised in ICU with bacterial meningitis, reveals memory lossFitness influencer Khiana Smith was hospitalised in Bali with bacterial meningitis and later developed pneumonia. After spending nine days ...
02 Nov, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
India’s medicine sales grow in double digits for four straight quarters, led by chronic care drugsOver the past four quarters, India's medicine sales have increased significantly due to rising demand in chronic care segments. The growth ...
02 Nov, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
Assam signs Rs 600 crore deal for India's first state-run proton therapy centreThe Government of Assam has signed an agreement with IBA Particle Therapy India Pvt. Ltd. to establish a Proton Beam Therapy Centre. This f...
01 Nov, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
What is CTE and its symptoms? New study estimates 75% of NFL players who died between 2008 and 2023 had the diseaseA new study by Boston University indicates that 75% of NFL players who died from 2008 to 2023 had CTE. Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, is...
29 Oct, 2026, 07.23 AM IST
Detecting heart attacks beyond hospitals: Sunfox is making ECGs more accessibleDehradun-based Sunfox Technologies brings a smartphone-powered ECG device that provides portable, clinical-grade heart monitoring beyond ho...
27 Oct, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
Second-largest salt producer state ranks last in usage of iodised salt; children lose up to 15 IQ points due to iodine deficiencyTamil Nadu, India's second-largest salt producer, has the lowest share of households using adequately iodised salt, with just 62% meeting t...
27 Oct, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 5 simple habits for longevity. 7,000 steps daily, morning sunlight and moreDr Saurabh Sethi emphasizes the value of simple yet effective habits that can enhance health and extend lifespan. Taking regular walks, par...
26 Oct, 2026, 10.43 AM IST
14-year-old Indian American kid invents AI-powered app that can evaluate your heart health in just seven seconds. Who is Siddarth Nandyala?Siddarth Nandyala was just 14 when he decided to make a grand invention, one that can save lives. His app, the Circadian AI, can detect hea...
23 Oct, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
Marshall Faulk says he was diagnosed with Parkinson's after he noticed some symptoms while playing golf; here’s what NFL legend saidNFL legend Marshall Faulk has openly shared his battle with Parkinson's disease following hand stiffness encountered while golfing. Acknowl...
23 Oct, 2026, 07.47 AM IST
10,000 daily steps not needed: A much lower walking target can help reduce brain disease risk, finds new studyA 10,000-step daily target may not be necessary to support brain health. Researchers have found that a much lower number of daily steps is ...
23 Oct, 2026, 12.24 AM IST
Fish oil and Alzheimer’s prevention: What happened when researchers tested high-dose DHA for two years and found no significant benefits for memory or brain healthA recent clinical trial involving older adults found no cognitive improvements from high-dose DHA supplements. Researchers confirmed that t...
22 Oct, 2026, 10.45 PM IST
NASCAR legend Fred Lorenzen officially becomes the first driver diagnosed with CTE, a disease with no cure or way to confirm it before deathFred Lorenzen, a legendary NASCAR driver, was diagnosed with Stage 3 chronic traumatic encephalopathy after his death. CTE is associated wi...
20 Oct, 2026, 11.11 PM IST