India observes Anti-Leprosy Day on January 30, the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. For most of history, leprosy was treated not as a medical condition but as a moral one. Across major religions and ancient traditions, people with leprosy were described as impure, cursed, or unclean. They were made to live outside towns, barred from...
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How much should senior citizens walk daily?
4 min readDelhiUpdated: Feb 2, 2026 11:23 AM IST Walking is often called the simplest form of exercise, and for seniors, it can be a powerful way to maintain health, mobility, and independence. The important thing, however, is to walk wisely, not to overdo it. To find out what is both ideal and safe, we...
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Step by step: Why 20 minutes is the ‘magic number’ for healthy aging
4 min readDelhiJan 31, 2026 01:56 PM IST Walking is often called the simplest form of exercise, and for seniors, it can be a powerful way to maintain health, mobility, and independence. The important thing, however, is to walk wisely, not to overdo it. To find out what is both ideal and safe, we spoke...
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Paediatrician shares ‘absolutely shocking’ case of 16-year-old with ‘right side kidney stones’: ‘There was only one concern from parents…’
3 min readNew DelhiJan 31, 2026 01:00 AM IST Paediatrician Dr Keerti Kulkarni recently shared the case of a 16-year-old girl whose routine health checkup showed kidney stones. “This is absolutely shocking. Parents brought a 16-year-old with some blood tests done and abdominal ultrasound scans. There were no complaints. They got these tests done as...
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‘Worst pain I ever felt’: Varun Dhawan recalls suffering from a tailbone injury while shooting for Border 2; why coccyx fractures hurt more and heal slower
4 min readNew DelhiJan 30, 2026 03:57 PM IST Some injuries, even when they appear minor on the surface, can cause persistent pain and prolonged recovery if not managed carefully. Tailbone injuries are a classic example. Commonly underestimated, yet notoriously uncomfortable and slow to heal. Recently, actor Varun Dhawan shared a glimpse into such an...
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Neurologist reveals the single habit with the highest health return: ‘People are getting up at 4 am for yoga, morning walks…’
Consultant neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar, Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, recently conducted a health poll on X, asking about the single habit with the greatest health benefit for the least effort. The choices were: 30 min of brisk walking, 7–8 hours of sleep, cutting sugar and ultra-processed foods, or strength training twice weekly. “All are powerful. But...
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Why this common burn remedy is actually dangerous
When it comes to treating burns, many people’s first instinct is to reach for ice to soothe the pain and cool the affected area. However, this common practice, despite its widespread acceptance, can actually do more harm than good. According to a reel by Dr Priyanka Sehrawat, “If you have a burn on any part...
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Neha Dhupia says she is a homebody, shares her sleep routine: ‘Angad wakes up 2-3 hours later’
3 min readNew DelhiJan 29, 2026 09:00 PM IST Neha Dhupia recently shared that she and her husband, Angad Bedi, are homebodies. “Our choices in life…our timings are pretty much similar. If I sleep by 9.45 pm, he also sleeps by 10.30-11 pm. Angad wakes up 2-3 hours later. Neither of us likes going out...
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‘After switching from Metformin to insulin, what was the most immediate positive change you noticed?’
3 min readNew DelhiJan 29, 2026 06:00 PM IST While scrolling through Quora one day, we came across a user who asked: ‘After switching from Metformin to insulin, what was the most immediate positive change you noticed?’ Interesting query, we thought, and immediately reached out to Dr Pranav Ghody, consultant endocrinologist and diabetologist at Wockhardt...
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‘I’ve damaged my body myself’: Zakir Khan shares ‘genetic illnesses in my family’ as the reason behind long break from comedy; expert on modifying lifestyle early
4 min readNew DelhiJan 29, 2026 02:57 PM IST Conversations about burnout and long-term health are becoming increasingly common, especially as more people recognise the cost of years spent pushing their bodies beyond reasonable limits. Recently, stand-up comedian Zakir Khan spoke openly about stepping away from comedy for an extended period due to health concerns....
