A new study has made shocking revelations about mosquitoes’ behaviour, stating that the insect can learn to associate the smell of DEET — the world’s most widely used repellent — with food. Researchers have found that mosquitoes can be attracted to the insect repellent, potentially reducing its effectiveness over time. According to the United States...
TV actor Dipika Kakar recently opened up about how a routine medical evaluation for gallbladder pain led to the discovery of a large tumour. Speaking to Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbachiyaa, she recalled undergoing a CRP test after experiencing pain related to gallstones. While the inflammatory marker was only mildly elevated, further investigations revealed a...
4 min readNew DelhiJun 4, 2026 09:28 AM IST Heart health assessments often rely on tests that estimate a person’s future risk, and one tool increasingly discussed in preventive cardiology is the coronary artery calcium score. Recently, cardiologist Dr Dmitry Yaranov explained that while a calcium score can be useful, it does not tell the...
4 min readNew DelhiJun 4, 2026 01:00 AM IST An Instagram video featuring obstetrician-gynaecologist Dr Chandni Sehgal discussing early periods in young girls has drawn attention to an important medical concern, precocious puberty. “7 साल की बच्ची को Periods ? इसे Normal समझकर Ignore मत कीजिए ! As gynaecologists, we often emphasise that precocious puberty...
4 min readNew DelhiJun 4, 2026 12:00 AM IST The journey to parenthood is not always straightforward. While conversations around pregnancy and childbirth often focus on happy milestones, many couples experience years of uncertainty, medical challenges, repeated setbacks, and emotional distress before welcoming a child. Television actor couple Gurmeet Choudhary and Debinna Bonnerjee recently reflected...
The “zero gravity” sleep position has become one of the most talked-about wellness trends online. Supporters say it can ease back pain, reduce snoring, improve circulation, and even lead to better sleep. But is it genuinely beneficial, or just another social media fad? According to Dr Harish Chafle, Senior Consultant, Chest Physician, Bronchoscopist, Intensivist and...
Polycystic ovary syndrome aka PCOS has a new name now. She goes by Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). Quite a mouthful, huh? According to a recent article published in The Lancet journal, the term PCOS is inaccurate, “implying pathological ovarian cysts, obscuring diverse endocrine and metabolic features”, and contributing to “delayed diagnosis, fragmented care, and stigma”,...
4 min readNew DelhiJun 3, 2026 04:56 PM IST Fitness trainer Ritik Chaudhary recently drew attention online after claiming in an Instagram video that “simple leg exercises for diabetic patients” could help burn “up to 52% blood sugar.” The video showcased a series of lower-body movements to improve glucose control and encourage daily physical activity...
4 min readNew DelhiJun 3, 2026 02:30 PM IST BMI, or Body Mass Index, is a simple calculation based on a person’s height and weight, commonly used to classify people as underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. However, Dr Mahesh D M, Senior Consultant – Endocrinology, Aster CMI Hospital, Bangalore, like many other medical experts,...
The proportion of foods on our plate plays an important role in maintaining a balanced diet and overall well-being. In a recent X post, Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) – the apex food regulator of India under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — asked a vital question: Do you know...
