health and lifestyle

Rise in ADHD cases among young adults at AIIMS OPD raises concerns

This developmental disorder, typically diagnosed in childhood, affects behavioral patterns, attention spans, and overall cognitive function.

Celebrity chef Chef Sanjeev Kapoor joins Harvest Plus’ initiative against malnutrition

WHO warns of rising breast cancer cases due to aging and limited healthcare access

India has achieved financial independence to tackle AIDS: NACO

Health experts warn of rising alcohol-related cancers in India as WHO calls for warning labels

Alcohol is commonly linked to cancers of the mouth, throat, food pipe, stomach, colon, rectum, and pancreas. It also plays a role in prostate cancer in men and breast cancer in women.

Princeton University’s geoscientists discover a new cancer detection method using hydrogen isotopes

Princeton geoscientists Xinning Zhang and Ashley Maloney have made a groundbreaking discovery that could change the landscape of cancer detection. Their research, which shows that cancer alters hydrogen flow, leaving a unique isotopic signature in lipids, could lead to a simple, non-invasive blood test for early cancer detection. This potential breakthrough not only revolutionizes diagnostics but also instills hope for improved survival rates.

Karnataka grants its first beneficiary ‘right to die with dignity’

An 85-year-old retired government school teacher has reportedly been granted this right, making Karnataka the first Indian state to implement the Supreme Court's 2023 directive regarding a patient's right to die with dignity.

Sports journalist Hannah Storm reflects on breast cancer diagnosis, advocates for preventive care and regular screenings

The American Cancer Society suggests that women aged 40-44 may begin annual screenings based on personal choice, recommends yearly screenings for women aged 45-54, and suggests biennial screenings for women 55 and older, considering individual health factors.

Supreme Court to hear plea after two weeks on passive euthanasia for rabies patients

NGO All Creatures Great and Small moved the apex court challenging a July 2019 order of the Delhi High Court, which refused to direct the union government and other authorities to treat rabies as an exceptional disease and allow patients the option of "death with dignity".