For decades, medical science has viewed dementia as a slow-burning fire fuelled by genetics and lifestyle. However, a recent, compelling study published in PLOS Medicine suggests that more sudden events occurring externally may shape the timeline of cognitive decline. Specifically, cases of severe cystitis (bladder infections) and even tooth decay have been identified as accelerants...
Category: Health
Post
Shoaib Ibrahim shares Dipika Kakar’s latest reports; says two ‘dots’ have been found in MRI, will start with immunotherapy: ‘Will have to do close scans’
4 min readNew DelhiApr 21, 2026 03:00 PM IST After a whole week, Shoaib Ibrahim took to his YouTube vlog to share an update on the health of actor and wife Dipika Kakar amid treatment for the ongoing cyst recurrence. “MRI me iss baar phir se do chote chote dots nikle hai (MRI has detected...
Post
‘What are the potential risks of taking high-dose vitamin D supplements for an extended period of time?’
A Quora user recently asked, “What are the potential risks of taking high-dose vitamin D supplements for an extended period of time? How long can one safely take high-dose vitamin D before experiencing negative side effects?” It’s a relevant question, especially in India, where vitamin D deficiency is rampant and self-supplementation is common. To clear...
Post
Where India is going wrong in its goal to find new drugs
Fundamental research is the ‘silent engine’ of modern medicine. Before a scientist can design a pill or a new therapeutic technology, they must first understand the biology of the disease, including what is defective in the diseased state. This is particularly true for rare genetic disorders, where the roadmap to a cure is often missing....
Post
‘How can I tell if my chest pain is due to gas or a heart problem?’
4 min readNew DelhiApr 20, 2026 09:30 AM IST Chest pain can be confusing and, at times, alarming. Many people often find themselves in a state of panic as soon as they feel the pain. One such concerned internet user took to the online forum Quora seeking answers. Their query read: ‘How can I tell...
Post
Doctor-led AI platform offering 24×7 monitoring outside hospital settings launched in Chennai
Revolutionary AI Platform for 24/7 Cardiac Monitoring Launched in Chennai, ETHealthworld Updated On Apr 20, 2026 at 06:32 AM IST Chennai: In a move to expand its footprint in southern India and bolster preventive healthcare, a doctor-led, AI-enabled ecosystem offering real-time medical supervision beyond hospital settings was launched in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The initiative aims...
Post
Does marriage prevent cancer? Who benefits most?
Marriage, it turns out, may come with a side-effect no one puts in the vows: people who have been married seem less likely to develop cancer than those who have never married at all. That is the provocative finding from a large new study that has raised interesting questions about what really keeps us healthy...
Post
From ghee to rajgira: Decoding Rujuta Diwekar’s ultimate sleep tray
3 min readNew DelhiApr 19, 2026 08:00 PM IST Tossing and turning in bed all night as you struggle to fall asleep? If you find yourself waking up at 3 am and having difficulty falling asleep, or if cramping calves, a dry throat, and a cough keep you up all night, here’s a quick look...
Post
When blood sugar fails: How to spot the signs of a glucose-deprived brain
Low blood sugar episodes are often brushed off as “just weakness” or temporary fatigue, but in certain cases, they can escalate into a medical emergency. When glucose levels fall sharply, the brain—its primary fuel source—can become severely deprived of energy, sometimes triggering seizures that require urgent intervention. According to Dr Sreelakshmi N., Consultant – Neurologist...
Post
Stop the cold shock: Why lukewarm water is better for managing fever
3 min readNew DelhiApr 19, 2026 12:00 PM IST When someone has a fever, the instinct is often to cool the body down as quickly as possible—sometimes with cold water. But experts say this approach can backfire. According to Dr Meenal Thakral, Consultant-Geriatric Medicine, Artemis Hospitals, using room-temperature or lukewarm water is not only safer...
