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CDSCO issues fresh warning on painkillers: Repeated NSAID use may affect kidneys; Check what the drug regulator advises patients and doctorsThe Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation has released a crucial advisory highlighting the potential risks associated with painkiller...
Woman develops rare life-threatening skin disorder after taking painkiller: Doctor ordered to pay Rs 5.5 lakh compensationA Raipur consumer commission has ordered a neurologist to pay Rs 5.5 lakh to a woman who developed Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, a rare and lif...
One tap, 5,000 residents: How Delhi’s Dakshinpuri is battling severe water shortageResidents of Dakshinpuri's Block 10 are facing a severe water crisis for nearly a month, struggling with basic hygiene and drinking water. ...
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...
Think your headache is normal? Think again. Apollo neurologist warns of hidden risk of ignoring headachesMany people live with regular headaches, believing them to be normal. However, neurologist Sudhir Kumar warns this view can delay diagnosis...
Hydration Habits of Pro Cyclists, And What They Reveal About Kidney HealthProfessional cyclists prioritize hydration for performance and health, avoiding plain water for electrolyte-rich drinks to prevent dangerou...
From antibiotics to multivitamins: Apollo doctor explains 10 medicine habits could be silently harming youA Hyderabad neurologist highlighted ten common medical practices lacking scientific backing, often prescribed despite weak evidence. These ...
Texas sues Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue over Tylenol’s possible link to autismTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue over Tylenol, saying it may raise autism risk in children. The comp...
Kidney attack: What triggers it and how "normal-looking" symptoms can turn life-threateningKidney attacks, or acute kidney injury, happen suddenly. These attacks can severely damage the kidneys. Dehydration, infections, and certai...
Flush these 17 expired medicines now. India's top drug regulatory body issues stern warningIndia’s top drug regulator, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), has issued a warning against throwing expired or unuse...
'Indians take Dolo 650 like it's Cadbury Gems': Dr Pal's take on India’s one-pill-for-all habit goes viral, netizens say 'Disprin too'"Dr. Pal, a gastroenterologist and comedian, sparked a viral conversation with a tweet about Indians' frequent Dolo 650 use. His observation...
Consulting firm McKinsey to pay $650 million to resolve US criminal opioid probeMcKinsey & Co. agreed to a $650 million settlement with the DOJ, resolving a criminal investigation into their role in advising Purdue Phar...
What is Endometriosis? 'Blonde' puts spotlight on disorder Marilyn Monroe suffered fromActor Marilyn Monroe captivated people beyond her period. While talking about the actor's life and her sufferings, Marilyn Monroe's Endomet...
Not just allopathy: Now parents prefer homoeopathy, ayurveda and acupuncture to heal their petsPet parents are increasingly gravitating towards alternative medicine, reiki, and home remedies.
Do you get frequent headaches? 'Medication Overuse' may be the reasonMedication-overuse headache occurs when a person is already suffering from a headache disorder.
World Kidney Day: Experiencing nausea, weight gain and itching? Here's why you need to be carefulThe number of women taking proper treatment of kidney diseases and dialysis is lower than men.
New inexpensive hearing test to identify autism risk in kidsThe study identifies a simple, safe, and non-invasive method to screen young children for hearing deficits.
Bihar booze ban: 750 alcoholics fall ill; 1 even eats soap to get a highAfter the Nitish govt banned all alcohol in the state on Tuesday, doctors have had to deal with hundreds of people going through alcohol wi...
- Drug regulator bans raw material import from 10 Chinese firms
The country’s drug regulator has banned import of raw material from 10 Chinese drug companies for supplying products without having the man...
Michael Jackson died of lethal levels of potent medicines and drugsJackson was on a diet of deadly cocktail potent enough to have killed a normal person instantly but his body had developed a tolerance. All...