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What does brushing your teeth have to do with stroke? Doctor shares 5 daily habits that may raise risk apart from blood pressure and cholesterolDr Priyam Bordoloi highlighted five everyday habits linked to stroke risk, including skipping nighttime brushing, working 55 or more hours ...- Does smoking protect against Parkinson’s? A study of half a million people points to carbon monoxide, revealing a surprising clue in cigarette smokeA recent study indicates that carbon monoxide might be responsible for lowering the risk of Parkinson's disease, as opposed to nicotine. Re...
- A 2026 study of nearly 18,000 people followed for up to 30 years found that those with the highest blood levels of xylitol, a common sugar substitute used in gum, mints and toothpaste, faced a higher risk of heart attacks and strokesXylitol artificial sweetener: New research has emerged indicating a concerning association between xylitol, a widely used sugar alternative...
- 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 ...
- Is ₹5-10 lakh health insurance cover enough? Check these 3 factors to know how much you needHealthcare costs in India are soaring due to escalating medical inflation. Experts warn that securing adequate health insurance is no longe...
- Cardiologists share new guidelines on how to manage cholesterolUS cardiologists issue new guidelines for managing cholesterol. The updated US guidelines urge earlier identification and treatment of unhe...
- This hotspot is getting hazardousGlobal humid heat exposure has surged significantly, with India experiencing a nineteenfold increase. Poor urban planning and construction ...
- Mid-cap stocks: Time for a change of stance? 6 mid-caps from different sectors with an upside potential up to 29%Sometimes the real market story is not in the headline index. The Nifty and Sensex can be under pressure, and yet, below them, mid- and sma...
- You might never get your dream job: Psychology says your brain could be the biggest obstacle, here's how to overcome itMany people blame the job market for missing out on their dream career, but neuroscientist Emily McDonald says the biggest obstacle could b...
- US cholesterol guidelines: Why 21.5 million more Americans may now qualify for statins as doctors shift to lifetime heart disease riskUS cholesterol guidelines statins: New US cholesterol guidelines could make 21.5 million more Americans eligible for statins by shifting th...
- US FDA approves world's first oral cholesterol-lowering pill: What it means for patientsThe FDA has approved Lipfendra, an oral PCSK9 inhibitor, for high cholesterol. This new once-daily pill offers an alternative to injectable...
- Coffee lovers, is drinking up to 5 cups a day actually good for your heart? New American Heart Association report has a surprising answerCoffee heart disease: Up to five cups of coffee daily is safe for most healthy adults. Moderate coffee intake may lower the risk of several...
- Doctors question evidence behind Pentagon plan for testosterone screeningU.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth mandated annual testosterone screening for service members aged thirty and older. Many medical professi...
- He was 34, active. No diabetes, no high BP. Doctor reveals one 'harmless habit' which caused 34-year-old to almost die from strokeA 34-year-old man, despite being exceptionally healthy, suffered a stroke due to a seemingly harmless habit: forcefully cracking his neck. ...
- Healthy at 34, but a simple neck-cracking habit led to a stroke: Doctor explains hidden riskA seemingly harmless habit of forcefully cracking one's neck has been linked to a rare but life-threatening stroke in a healthy 34-year-old...
- A sudden stroke left 55-year-old wheelchair-bound. Husband died, son cut off ties. CMC Vellore doctor shares how the woman walked againA 55-year-old clerk in Hyderabad faced immense hardship after a stroke, compounded by the loss of her husband and abandonment by her son. N...
- 8 early signs of a brain blood clot you shouldn’t ignoreIf any of these signs appear persistently or in combination, especially in people with risk factors (like high blood pressure, smoking, or ...
- Why are strokes skyrocketing among young adults? Expert reveals shocking causes behind the alarming trendYounger adults are experiencing strokes at unprecedented rates, with health professionals highlighting risks including oral contraceptives,...
- Research reveals shocking link between blood type and early stroke risk; are you in the high-risk group?Blood type and stroke risk—what’s the link? A shocking new study from the University of Maryland reveals that people with blood type A are ...
- At stroke risk? The shape and size of your retinas can predict if you're vulnerable to get oneRetinal scans may predict stroke risk as effectively as traditional methods without invasive tests. A study of 45,161 older individuals sho...
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