New Delhi: Marking another major milestone in India’s healthcare transformation, the ‘Swasth Bharat Portal‘ was launched recently during the 10th National Summit on “Innovation and Inclusivity: Best Practices Shaping India’s Health Future” by the Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda. The Swasth Bharat Portal will be useful to integrate multiple digital...
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‘What is the best way to monitor blood glucose levels over time if the HbA1c test isn’t reliable for everyone?’
3 min readNew DelhiMay 7, 2026 06:00 AM IST HbA1c (haemoglobin A1c or glycated haemoglobin, which measures average blood sugar levels over two to three months) is a useful long-term marker, but it has limitations. Dr Vijay Negalur, HoD of diabetology at KIMS Hospitals, Thane, said that conditions such as anaemia, certain haemoglobin variants, recent blood...
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Expert explains why women over 40 need these 7 specific nutrients and the one supplement warning you can’t ignore
4 min readNew DelhiMay 6, 2026 09:00 PM IST As women cross 40, subtle but significant shifts begin to take place in the body. Hormonal fluctuations, changes in metabolism, concerns about bone density, and evolving nutritional needs can all influence overall health. What worked in your twenties and thirties may no longer be sufficient, making...
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Beyond A, B, and C: Why scientists are closely tracking Influenza D
A growing body of research is turning global scientific attention toward Influenza D virus (IDV), a relatively lesser-known member of the influenza family with zoonotic potential. A study published by the National Library of Medicine, US, highlights early insights into its interaction with humans, revealing both low general prevalence and significant exposure among high-risk groups....
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Lauren Wasser’s Met Gala debut featured golden prosthetics and a fight against Toxic Shock Syndrome
3 min readNew DelhiMay 6, 2026 02:01 PM IST Lauren Wasser’s life changed “utterly and completely overnight” at the age of 24. The model and activist was rushed into hospital, close to death, and diagnosed with toxic shock syndrome (TSS) – a condition commonly associated with tampon use. A decade later, Wasser made her Met...
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What is Mark Zuckerberg’s AI Biohub: Inside the $500 million effort to analyse human cells with artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence is steadily moving beyond chatbots and search engines into something far more complex: human biology. In a bold new move, Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan are investing heavily in building AI-driven representations of human cells through their research organisation, Chan Zuckerberg Biohub. The project has drawn global attention for its ambitious goal: improving...
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‘Why do I have low blood sugar only after breakfast?’
4 min readNew DelhiMay 6, 2026 06:00 AM IST Blood sugar level fluctuations can vary from person to person, depending on a mix of lifestyle, medical, and situational factors. However, if a particular pattern keeps repeating, it might be a sign that your body is signalling something important. One internet user noticed a pattern and...
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Kalki Koechlin opens up about her lifestyle routine: ‘I am a grandma…like to have 8 hours of sleep’
4 min readNew DelhiMay 5, 2026 10:00 PM IST Kalki Koechlin, 42, recently opened up about her lifestyle routine, including her dinner and sleep schedule, in a conversation with Soha Ali Khan on her YouTube talk show. “I am a grandma. I sleep by 10.30 pm. I am very happy to sleep by 10.30 pm....
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Ramen gets a 0/10, but Parmesan cheese passes: A doctor rates 5 everyday foods for your daily diet
4 min readNew DelhiMay 5, 2026 07:00 PM IST Making healthier food choices often comes down to everyday decisions rather than occasional indulgences. Recently, Dr Manan Vora, a Mumbai-based orthopaedic surgeon, shared his take on five commonly consumed foods, rating them out of 10 for suitability for regular consumption in an Instagram post. One of...
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‘It was found in an X-ray that my heart is bigger than normal, but doctor said it was just fine. What factors could make heart enlargement turn out to be fine?’
Seeing “enlarged heart” on an X-ray report can feel scary, making one wonder if something is seriously wrong. But sometimes doctors aren’t concerned, which can be confusing. An internet user had a similar experience, which they shared on Quora: ‘It was found in an X-ray that my heart is bigger than normal, but the doctor...
