Why Preconception Health Matters — And Why Women Are Still Falling Through the Gaps Preconception health — a term that may still be unfamiliar to many — refers to the overall physical, mental, and lifestyle health of women before conception. It includes everything from nutrition and chronic disease management to lifestyle habits and mental well-being. … Read more
West Bengal health authorities have gone on alert after two healthcare workers (nurses) from a private hospital in Barasat, North 24 Parganas were reported as suspected Nipah virus cases. Early screening at ICMR’s VRDL lab at AIIMS Kalyani reportedly indicated Nipah positivity, and samples were sent for confirmation to the National Institute of Virology (NIV), … Read more
A dangerous drug-resistant fungus Candida auris is increasingly worrying doctors, microbiologists, and medical diagnostics professionals worldwide. Recent findings from an Indian research study, supported by international health reports, suggest that this fungal pathogen is not only spreading rapidly across continents but is also becoming more infectious and harder to control. Unlike many fungal infections that … Read more
Alzheimer’s disease has long been considered a progressive and irreversible neurodegenerative disorder, marked by steady memory loss and cognitive decline. Despite decades of research, existing treatments have largely focused on slowing disease progression rather than repairing damage already done. That understanding may now be shifting. A recent scientific study has reported Alzheimer’s reversal in mice, … Read more
A world-first clinical trial is about to test the LungVax vaccine, an experimental preventive vaccine designed to train the immune system to recognise and destroy early abnormal lung cells before they form tumours. This four-year Phase I trial has been awarded up to £2.06 million in funding and is led by researchers at University College … Read more
For decades, falling birth rates were blamed mostly on lifestyle and delayed parenthood. But a disturbing new pattern is emerging — male infertility is on the rise, and one of the silent culprits may be pesticides hidden in everyday food. Recent scientific studies and reports, including a 2025 Times of India investigation, have drawn attention … Read more
Microplastics have quietly invaded every aspect of modern life — our food, water, and even our bloodstream. But when American biohacker and longevity enthusiast Bryan Johnson revealed that he had removed 85% of microplastics from his semen, it caught global attention. His latest health experiment not only sheds light on how deeply microplastics affect human … Read more
For decades, stroke was considered a disease of the elderly — but the narrative has changed dramatically. Across India, hospitals are reporting an alarming rise in stroke in young adults, many under the age of 45. This silent epidemic is being fueled by chronic stress, sedentary habits, irregular sleep, classic vascular risks (hypertension, diabetes, smoking), … Read more
In a remarkable victory for medical ethics and child safety, the FSSAI ORS ban announced in October 2025 marks the end of a long-standing public health concern in India. After an eight-year crusade led by Hyderabad-based paediatrician Dr Sivaranjani Santosh, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) prohibited the use of the term … Read more
If you’re one of the many people living with chronic constipation, you know just how frustrating and disruptive it can be. Whether it’s infrequent bowel movements, straining, or hard stools, the discomfort can interfere with your daily life. The good news: emerging research and recently updated dietary guidelines now provide clearer direction on how to … Read more