According to a World Health Organization (WHO) report, nearly 20 million new cancer cases were recorded in 2022, with the figure projected to surpass 35 million annually by 2050. The surge in India is just as stark. While the Indian Council of Medical Research has estimated the incidence of cancer in 2024 at 1.5 million,...
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This is why curling up like a puppy might help you drift off
4 min readNew DelhiMar 2, 2026 09:00 PM IST Sleep is all about relaxation. But it’s easier said than done. If you, too, have been facing issues with sleep recently, the ‘puppy paws trick’ — a position where you lie on your stomach and tuck your hands under the chest — may offer some respite....
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Why bulging veins could signal underlying circulation issues
Vascular surgeon and varicose vein specialist Dr Sumit Kapadia recently highlighted the importance of vein health, sharing five facts about veins. In an Instagram Reel, Dr Kapadia noted that veins hide five ‘secrets’, including vein colour, the fight between valves and gravity, and more. “Veins are never blue. This is an illusion created by light,”...
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Kareena Kapoor confesses she’s a ‘shaam ki chai’ kind of person: ‘Something else only…’
3 min readNew DelhiMar 2, 2026 06:00 PM IST Indians have a never-ending love affair with chai. From starting the day with a hot cup of tea to hosting people over in the evening, the beverage finds itself at the centre of community and rituals. Kareena Kapoor Khan also indulges in this ritual, sharing on...
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‘Does sudden cardiac arrest have symptoms minutes before it happens? Is there enough time to call for help if you’re alone?’
3 min readNew DelhiMar 2, 2026 09:30 AM IST Sudden cardiac arrests are a growing health emergency. While they are unpredictable, it is “not always completely silent”. Listening to your body and acting quickly can save critical minutes. As such, when we came across this Quora query: “Does sudden cardiac arrest have symptoms minutes before...
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The ‘bite and sip’ method: Macrobiotic coach shares viral hack to cut down sugar in tea
4 min readNew DelhiMar 1, 2026 10:00 PM IST Health is a daily choice, and simple changes can make a huge impact. If you love a spoon of sugar in your tea or coffee, it’s time to take a pause. For a while now, experts have reiterated the damaging effects of sugar on our gut...
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Decoding the red flags of sleep debt
3 min readNew DelhiMar 1, 2026 06:00 PM IST Staying up all night may feel manageable — until your body starts pushing back. A reversed sleep cycle doesn’t just cause tired mornings; over time, it strains the body’s internal clock, affecting immunity, hormones, and even breathing. According to pulmonologist Dr Sudhir Gupta (Chest Physician), Kailash...
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‘I stay up all night and sleep in the day; been doing it for a while now. My life is built around it. Will this affect my health in the future?’
3 min readNew DelhiFeb 28, 2026 11:00 PM IST Disturbed sleep cycles are almost non-negotiable. So, when a user posted a query on Quora, “I stay up all night and sleep during the day. My life is built around it. Will this affect my health in the future?” the concern struck a chord with many people...
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Tonsils out, health in: Why your immune system won’t miss them
4 min readNew DelhiFeb 28, 2026 07:00 PM IST Getting your tonsils removed — medically known as a tonsillectomy — is one of the most common ENT procedures, often recommended for people who suffer from repeated infections or breathing issues. But with every surgical procedure comes a weave of doubts; the same goes for tonsil...
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‘Thoda toh movement doctor bhi bolta hai’: Dipika Kakar on recovery after cyst surgery; experts explain why movement matters
Television actor Dipika Kakar, who recently completed treatment for liver cancer, encountered another health scare when doctors detected a 13mm cyst in her stomach, requiring hospitalisation and surgery. Throughout this phase, her husband, Shoaib Ibrahim, kept well-wishers informed by sharing regular updates on his YouTube vlogs, documenting her journey from hospital to home. In a...
