Exposure to heavy metal in soil, water, or the environment is a high-risk factor for developing glaucoma, researchers from China have claimed in a study, adding that there is an association between endocrine disruptors and age-related eye diseases. Glaucoma is described as a group of eye diseases that can cause vision loss and blindness by […]
A study conducted by US researchers has brought forth some more worrying information about microplastics — people who died in 2024 were found to have higher levels of microplastic and nanoplastic (MNP) concentrations in the brain and liver, than those in 2016. This suggests that, as the years pass, human exposure to these health hazards
What are your first associations when you hear the words ‘ageing’ or ‘old age’? Is it ‘wisdom and experience’? Is it something like ‘the crown of life and peaceful harbour’? Or, probably, ‘physical decline and decay’? If your reaction resonates with the first example, then you are among approximately 45% of people whose perception of
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Among the key highlights of the Union Budget 2025, presented on Saturday by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, is the customs duty exemption announced for 36 lifesaving drugs, and the government’s plans to establish cancer daycare centres at district hospitals. Cancer daycare centres are facilities that provide essential services, like chemotherapy and blood transfusion, without requiring
Bollywood star Zeenat Aman, 73, has been quite active on Instagram, sharing thoughtful reflections and life experiences with her signature grace and wisdom. Her writing style, blending personal anecdotes with deeper life lessons, has been helping her engage with audiences in a relatable way. One such experience that may resonate with many is how she
As the scale of Pune’s Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) outbreak grows, with the number of cases rising to 101, there is much curiosity around the prognosis and treatment of the rare condition. Speaking to ABP Live, doctors at a private hospital in Faridabad detailed the case of a patient with severe GBS who went on to
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By Dr Venkatesh Movva Arthritis is a common condition that leads to joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. While traditional treatments such as medication, injections, and surgeries have been widely used, they often only provide temporary relief and don’t address the root causes of the disease. These methods can leave patients dealing with chronic pain and
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HMPV: In India, several of the human metapneumovirus (hMPV) cases detected so far have involved children. The virus primarily affects young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. A 9-month-old child and a 59-year-old man in Gujarat tested positive for hMPV on Saturday, as did a 10-month-old child in Assam and a 3-year-old
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Dr Suchismitha Rajamanya As a child, most of us received a number of vaccines in order to prevent serious diseases. But did you know that vaccines aren’t just for kids? For adults, they play a significant role in enhancing general health and overall well-being, building a protective shield and acting as boosters for our immune
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