The jury is still out on the origin of the SARS‑CoV‑2 virus, although several hypotheses exist, including the possibility that the virus may have jumped from a secondary animal host, former World Health Organisation (WHO) chief scientist Soumya Swaminathan said here on Wednesday. “We did not receive the data from the Wuhan lab needed to...
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‘I am a GI doctor, here are five approved ways to enjoy the festive season if you suffer from inflammatory bowel disease’
Festive seasons often bring rich foods, irregular meal timings, travel, and disrupted routines—all of which can be particularly challenging for people living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Managing symptoms during this time can feel overwhelming, especially when there’s pressure to indulge or deviate from everyday habits. Addressing this concern, Dr Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist...
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GI doctor shares five ways people with inflammatory bowel disease can enjoy their favourite foods
People living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) must be careful when indulging in their favourite foods. Addressing the concern, Dr Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist and health content creator specialising in digestion, liver, pancreas, and nutrition, recently shared practical guidance on navigating the holidays with IBD. In an Instagram video, Dr Salhab offered clear, actionable...
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Why pregnancy acts as a ‘physiologic stress test’ for a women’s heart
Pregnancy comes with many physiological and hormonal changes, as well as certain complications. One of the lesser-discussed aspects is how a woman’s heart is affected during those nine months, especially if she has a pre-existing cardiovascular condition. According to Dr Sameer Bhate, Senior Consultant & HOD, Adult Cardiac Surgery at Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, pregnancy acts...
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Hina Khan expresses concern over Mumbai’s deteriorating air quality, says ‘can’t even breathe’
Actor Hina Khan, who is recovering from breast cancer, joined many celebrities in voicing her concern about Mumbai’s deteriorating air quality, expressing how it has started affecting her daily life. “What is happeningggggg…can’t even breathe yaaa…makes me reduce my outdoor activities…constant coughing, it’s so bad in the morning as well…” she said in a post...
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As Deepinder Goyal generates buzz with ‘Temple’ device on forehead, experts advice caution: ‘The biggest worry is that…’
Deepinder Goyal’s recent appearance on a podcast drew public attention and sparked curiosity, as he was seen wearing a small device — named Temple — fixed near the temple region of the head. According to several reports, the experimental wearable health gadget, developed by a private research initiative backed by the Zomato founder and CEO,...
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Why your blood pressure may be normal at home but high at the doctor’s clinic
Is it common for blood pressure (BP) to be normal at home but high when checked at a clinic? Yes, said Dr Rahul Gupta, director and cardiologist at Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, adding that it is called ‘white coat hypertension’. Adding that it usually happens because people feel anxious, stressed, or nervous during a hospital visit,...
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Arthroscopy expert clarifies whether extra body fat can trap vitamin D and reduce its availability
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, which means the body stores it in fat tissues. So when a person has excess body fat, especially around the waist, more of the vitamin gets locked away instead of circulating in the bloodstream where it is needed. “As such, even if two people get the same exposure to sunlight,...
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Top 5 most talked about celebrity health confessions of 2025
In 2025, celebrities continued to influence public conversations about health, not just with glossy gym photos or diet tips, but with candid confessions and lifestyle changes that resonated far beyond the screen. Whether it was prioritising sleep, redefining fitness goals, or sharing personal truths about body image, health issues, and recovery, stars used their platforms to...
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Nitin Gadkari reveals secret behind his weight loss transformation after Covid: ‘I used to be 135 kg at one point, now I weigh 89’
Weight loss narratives are often framed around quick fixes, strict diets, or dramatic before-and-after transformations. But Union minister Nitin Gadkari’s account of losing weight places the focus elsewhere: on routine and discipline. In a recent video on Farah Khan’s YouTube channel, where she and her cook Dilip visited his home, Gadkari spoke candidly about his demanding...
