​​​A BMI between 23.0–24.9 kg/m² indicates overweight, while a BMI of 25 kg/m² or above is classified as obese. However, BMI is only a rough estimate of body fat and…

​​​Among the culprits, viridans streptococci—the same microbes behind dental plaque and gum infections—were the most common, appearing in 42 per cent of coronary plaques and 43 per cent of surgical…

"Our machinery and medicines worth Rs 130 crore have been damaged. Severe damage has been caused to our 1,280 dispensaries and health and wellness centres. A total of 101 community…

Rupak Barua, managing director and CEO of Woodlands Multispecialty Hospital, admitted that the commission’s order was rooted in a humane approach, but pointed out that in a few cases, families…

Doctors attribute the high AAIR — both in Hyderabad and other cities — primarily to an urban lifestyle that leads to obesity, sedentary routines, high alcohol intake, early menstruation (menarche),…

Matcha, the vibrant green tea powder once rooted in Japanese rituals, has surged into global cafés, kitchens, and Instagram feeds. Touted for its antioxidants, calm focus, and wellness benefits, experts…

Peer Gul from Somai district in Kunar province, which was severely hit by the quakes, said many women from his village had experienced trauma and high blood pressure after the…

Sources said Ratheesh, who had been suffering from severe liver and kidney diseases, was admitted to the medical college hospital two weeks ago with symptoms of amoebic meningoencephalitis. This marks…

Prof Smriti Agrawal of KGMU gynecology department explained the science behind the prevention. "Folic acid is crucial for proper development of neural tube in very early stage of pregnancy," she…

The director of the medical education department will visit both medical colleges to ensure facilities for student admissions. The minister asked the officials concerned to ensure that MBBS admissions to…