Scientists say the medical breakthrough has already begun, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] For more than a hundred years, bacteriophages, or simply phages, have been known as viruses that attack and kill bacteria. Long before antibiotics, some doctors used them to fight infections. But when antibiotics took centre stage, phages faded into the background. Now, with drug-resistant bacteria (superbugs) becoming a global health threat, scientists are bringing phages back into the spotlight,
PE-firm InvAscent buys out Somerset, invests Rs 265 Cr in Rajasthan-based hospital chain Apex, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Life sciences private equity firm InvAscent has picked up a significant stake in Rajasthan-based multi-specialty hospital chain Apex Hospitals to help with its expansion. InvAscent has invested $ 30 million (about Rs 265 crore) through a mix of primary infusion and secondary purchase from existing investor Somerset Indus Capital Partners, sources briefed on the transaction said. Somerset
Want your children to visit you more? 7 ways to become more inviting parents
[ad_1] The equation between parents and children undergoes a radical transformation once the kids grow up and become independent. Once always seeking the attention of their parents, grown-up adults are less likely to look for their company. Want your children to visit you more often? Seven ideas to become more inviting parents.(Representative image/Unsplash) Older parents, on the other hand, yearn
Cardiologist shares how he overcame years of knee pain with yoga, says he ‘can’t even remember which knee used to hurt’
[ad_1] Whether caused by long commutes, poor posture, weight issues or sports injuries, knee pain has become an increasingly common complaint across all age groups. The discomfort can linger for years and affect quality of life. Dr Devi Prasad Shetty, cardiologist and founder of Narayana Health India, recently shared in a September 29 podcast with MyGov how yoga helped him
Cardiac issues preventable with awareness and timely action, say experts, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: The human heart is resilient, but is not immune to the damage caused by untreated risk factors, experts said, underlining that machines or medicines are not the greatest safeguards, but raising awareness about early warning signs and timely action are. On World Heart Day, doctors said that the majority of premature deaths due to cardiovascular diseases can
Study projects kidney cancer cases could double in next 25 years globally, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Cases of kidney cancer are projected to double in the next 25 years, with researchers attributing the steep rise to risk factors such as obesity, lack of exercise, diabetes and hypertension, which can be addressed. The team from Europe, the US and the UK, analysed national estimates of current and projected cases and death rates from the
1 in 4 Indians May Face Heart Disease Risk Due to Abnormal Cholesterol: Metropolis Study, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Mumbai: A nationwide analysis of 3.9 lakh lipid profile tests by Metropolis Healthcare indicates that one in four Indians may be at risk of cardiovascular disease, with low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) — or “good cholesterol” — emerging as the most common abnormality. According to the findings, cholesterol irregularities are no longer confined to older or obese individuals.
Fitness coach shares what happens to your body when you drink sparkling water for 7 days: Results might surprise you
[ad_1] We all love the fizzy refreshment of sparkling water, but have you ever wondered what it really does to your body? From digestion to hydration, the effects can be surprising. Fitness coach Zack Chug shares in his September 20 Instagram post about what happens when you drink sparkling water every day for 7 days and the results might just
Sitting for too long at work? Pulmonologist says it can shrink your lungs: ‘Can lead to COPD’
[ad_1] Prolonged sitting at a desk has been red-flagged time and again. The most obvious and common dangers include weight gain, posture issues, and even several lifestyle diseases, such as hypertension and type 2 diabetes. There’s also a shocking side effect that will take away your breath (quite literally!) If you sit for long hours at a desk, then your
40% rise in heart diseases in metro cities: Here’s what people with desk jobs must do every day
[ad_1] World Heart Day 2025: September 29 is celebrated globally as World Heart Day. On this day, heart health advocates aim to promote awareness regarding cardiovascular diseases. The awareness drive also involves taking a closer look at the many risk factors and vulnerable groups. One of the vulnerable groups that are most susceptible is those who sit for long hours
Rita Ora’s pilates trainer reveals how the singer stays fit; explains multiple benefits of this ‘super workout’
[ad_1] Pilates has emerged as the go-to workout for celebrities and is creating waves in the world of fitness. And you should try it out too! Kirsten King, a celebrity Pilates trainer, emphasises Pilates’ adaptability for all fitness levels. In an exclusive interview with HT Lifestyle, Kirsten King, celebrity Pilates trainer and founder of Fluidform, who has trained stars like
HIV jab for 115 nations rests on Indian regulators, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Mumbai: There will be a dramatic shift in how the world prevents HIV and the timelines depend on how quickly Indian drug regulators act. A US-based pharma giant has granted royalty-free licences to four Indian generic manufacturers to produce lenacapavir, which prevents transmission by almost 100%, at $40 per person per year, roughly 0.1% of the original cost. Lenacapavir
AIIMS neurologist slams ‘cringe’ influencer doctor for calling hospitals ‘lootera’, claims she charges lakhs for videos
[ad_1] Often, private hospitals charge an exorbitant amount of money from patients for certain treatments and procedures that they provide. Non-government medical institutions have been criticised for the same — but can they be branded as ‘lootera’ or thieves? ₹1 lakh from her relative for a C-section delivery. ” title=”Dr Rakshita Singh Bangar, a doctor and influencer with millions of
State vs. Federal Laws, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] In the absence of stronger federal regulation, some states have begun regulating apps that offer AI “therapy” as more people turn to artificial intelligence for mental health advice. But the laws, all passed this year, don’t fully address the fast-changing landscape of AI software development. And app developers, policymakers and mental health advocates say the resulting patchwork of state
Oncologist explains how emotional support during cancer treatment helps patients cope with denial
[ad_1] When Indian actor Tannishtha Chatterjee recently opened up about her ordeal with cancer, she chose to highlight the love and strength she has gathered from her friends and loved ones instead of the pain. “In the darkest moments, I discovered an extraordinary kind of love, the kind that shows up, holds space, and never lets you feel alone. I
AIIMS gastroenterologist shares hack ‘to turn eggs into an anti-inflammatory powerhouse’: Check his full recipe
[ad_1] Eggs are one of nature’s protein-packed gifts: they’re delicious, cheap, and versatile. If you love eggs, then there are a few things that could be better than a perfectly cooked egg, making them a healthy option for breakfast and beyond. But do you usually eat eggs plain, or do you try adding anti-inflammatory ingredients? Also read | AIIMS gastroenterologist
HAIF launches the world’s first software application to assess the risk of heart failure in advance using any ECG., ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Dr. Abhijit Ray, Interventional Cardiologist, Co-founder Chief Research Officer patent holder at HAIF Inc. When we hear the word heart, the first thing that comes to mind is heart attack! Heart attack is known to have taken away many loved ones. However, there is another silent heart condition that is affecting lots many young adults these days, and this
Is your heart at risk? The answers lie in your lifestyle and your genes, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Heart attacks, for a long time, have been associated with older age groups, coupled with other underlying issues, co-morbidities, and years of unhealthy lifestyle, stress, smoking, and poor diet. Yet, today, we see several cases of sudden deaths due to heart attacks across the country, especially in the younger population, with no visible prior signs, and no age bar
Guillain-Barré cases still reported in Hyderabad, months post outbreak, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Hyderabad: Months after its outbreak in several states across the country, the city is still reporting cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), a rare but serious autoimmune disorder. The outbreak, which began in Pune and spread to other parts of Maharashtra and neighbouring Andhra Pradesh earlier this year, claimed 23 lives. Of these, 11 deaths were reported from Pune and
Pakistan vaccinates 9 million girls against cervical cancer despite online backlash, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Karachi: Pakistan has vaccinated about 9 million adolescent girls against the virus that causes cervical cancer, as part of a continuing national campaign that has overcome early setbacks fuelled by sceptics online, the health minister said Friday. Health Minister Mustafa Kamal said the campaign that began September 15 is aiming to vaccinate 13 million girls aged 9 to 14
Trump repeats Tylenol and vaccine claims, defying medical community outcry, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Washington: U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday repeated his call for pregnant women and young children to stop using popular pain medication Tylenol, defying widespread criticism from medical groups, and offered further healthcare advice not backed by science. In an extraordinary news conference at the White House on Monday, Trump linked autism to childhood vaccines and the taking of
Gynaecologists to use AI to improve women’s health and reduce maternal mortality in India, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Mumbai: Now, gynaecologists will use artificial intelligence (AI) to improve women’s health and reduce India‘s maternal mortality from the present 88 deaths per 100,000 live births. On Saturday, the Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI), which has over 45,000 members, signed a memorandum of understanding with the Koita Foundation to establish a centre for digital maternal
Edu dept to provide free HPV vaccine to kids aged 9 to 14, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Jaipur: Rajasthan state education department, in partnership with Jaipur Cancer Relief Society, is set to roll out a free HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccination programme for children aged 9-14. The campaign, aimed at preventing cervical cancer, will commence in the next two months. The programme will administer two doses of the vaccine to students at six-month intervals. The state education
Will latest circular by NMC help in reducing the pain of health insurance policyholders?, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Amid the ongoing tussle between hospitals and insurers, the National Medical Commission (NMC) issued a circular on the ‘Dissemination of Standard Treatment Workflows (STWs)’ dated 15 September this year. A couple of insurers hailed it as a step in the right direction, which could pave the way for the eventual regulation and standardisation of hospital rates. Still,
Study finds what happens to your body when you eat too many ultra-processed foods, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Washington: Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrially altered products – like soda, snacks and processed meats – packed with additives and stripped of nutrients. Hundreds of new ingredients, previously unknown to the human body, now make up nearly 60 per cent of the average adult’s diet and almost 70% of children’s diets in the United States. These products reduce nutritional