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India’s Protein-Fibre Gap: Gen X Falls Behind Gen Z, Study Finds
A new urban India study finds that awareness of protein and fibre remains far ahead of actual intake, with affordability, convenience and…
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Optogenetics and Blindness Therapy: From Nobel-Winning Research to Human Trials
The 2026 Nobel recognition has renewed attention on optogenetics, as researchers in India and abroad explore its potential for restoring…
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Cipla Pune Warehouse Loses Licence After FDA Flags Packaging and Storage Lapses
Cipla’s Pune warehouse has lost its drug sale and distribution licences after Maharashtra FDA flagged packaging, storage, record-keeping…
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Jaipur Doctors Remove 28.6-Kg Retroperitoneal Tumour From 59-Year-Old Woman
Doctors at SMS Hospital Jaipur removed a 28.6-kg retroperitoneal sarcoma during a complex three-hour surgery after the tumour grew for…
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What Happens When Women Over 40 Take a Week Off Exercise?
A week away from exercise is unlikely to erase fitness gains in women over 40, though strength and stamina may briefly feel different after…
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Goa’s STEMI Model Cuts Heart Attack Treatment Time to 19 Minutes: How It Works
Goa’s statewide STEMI network uses AI-enabled ECGs, trained frontline doctors and rapid referrals to speed up diagnosis and treatment for…
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India Sets Up Xenotransplantation Department as Pig-to-Human Transplants Advance
India steps up xenotransplantation research as Sir Ganga Ram Hospital opens a dedicated department and the government works on guidelines…
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FSSAI Tells Supreme Court Red Warning Labels for High-Sugar, Salt and Fat Foods
FSSAI told the Supreme Court that red front-of-pack warnings are planned for packaged foods high in added sugar, salt or fat, with rollout…
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CDSCO Warns Against Painkiller, Antibiotic Misuse Over Kidney and AMR Risks
CDSCO has warned against indiscriminate use of painkillers and antibiotics, citing kidney damage, adverse reactions and rising…
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11-Year-Old Iraqi Girl Gets Lifesaving Liver Transplant in India
An 11-year-old Iraqi girl with advanced Wilson’s disease underwent a complex living donor liver transplant at Paras Health Gurugram and has…
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5 Memory and Behaviour Changes Families Should Not Ignore
Repeated memory loss, personality changes, walking problems and difficulty with daily tasks may need medical evaluation. Know the warning…
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India’s First Dengue Vaccine Qdenga Expected in 2027: How It Works
India is expected to get Qdenga, its first dengue vaccine, in 2027. Learn about its two-dose schedule, four-serotype protection and…
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How Long Does It Take to Lose Muscle After Stopping the Gym?
Taking a short gym break does not immediately cause major muscle loss. Learn when muscle and strength changes may become noticeable and how…
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Health Ministry Warns Against Unproven Stem Cell Therapy, Sets Rules for Autism
Health Ministry asks states to enforce stem cell therapy rules, restricting autism treatment to approved clinical trials and warning…
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Dark Mehendi Safety: Risks of Black Henna and PPD Allergy Explained
Dark or black mehendi may contain PPD, a chemical linked to skin allergies, inflammation and sensitisation. Know the risks and safety…
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Blood Transfusion for Thalassaemia: 5 Things Patients Should Know for Safer Care
Thalassaemia patients who need regular blood transfusions should know about blood screening, matching, antibody history, transfusion…
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Eating Too Much Packaged Food? 6 Simple Swaps to Cut Ultra-Processed Foods
From breakfast cereal and biscuits to instant noodles and fruit juice, these six simple food swaps can help reduce ultra-processed foods…
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Semaglutide Slows Ageing and Extends Lifespan in Mice, Study Finds
A Nature study found semaglutide slowed several signs of ageing and extended lifespan in older female mice, while improving physical…
