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Shatavari to Abhyanga: Ancient fixes for menopause, inflammation and more
Hot flashes? Bloating? Stress? Ayurveda has a cure and it has been around for centuries. Know Ayurvedic herbs and rituals that might change your life.
Updated on Apr 08, 2025 05:42 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Meghan Trainor is 'unrecognisable' after drastic weight loss: What's the secret?
Bet she 'Made You Look'! Meghan Trainor isn't a gatekeeper and her being transparent about her journey to her dream body is proof of that
Published on Apr 02, 2025 01:48 AM IST
Are popular weight loss and diabetes drugs causing you vision problems?
New danger? Popular weight loss drugs and diabetes medications may trigger permanent eye damage! New study raises serious concerns.
Updated on Feb 13, 2025 01:19 PM IST
What to do if your body is resisting cancer treatment?
New hope for cancer patients: Know about the revolutionary therapies, personalised medicine and cancer treatments that are changing the game!
Updated on Feb 08, 2025 05:48 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Blowing your nose might just be making your cold worse; dos and dont's
When you're battling a cold, it’s tempting to blow your nose forcefully for relief, but this may actually be doing more harm than good; here's why
Published on Feb 07, 2025 12:00 AM IST
Aadrika Sominder
Could the secret to easing anxiety be hiding in your gut?
Forget meds, could probiotics be the secret to beating anxiety? Scientists reveal a surprising cause of anxiety and it’s in your stomach. Here’s how to fix it.
Updated on Feb 06, 2025 01:11 PM IST
The dangers of self-medication: Here's what you need to know
Access to over-the-counter medicines and reluctance on spending money for medical consultation are the main reasons of self-medication.
Published on Nov 21, 2024 08:38 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das
Fact check: Do the Netherlands really sell a paracetamol-infused ice cream?
Paracetamol is a life saver when it comes to those unexpected bouts of fever or body aches. But what if a scoop of ice cream could have the same curing effect?
Published on Nov 15, 2024 06:47 PM IST
PCOS fertility plan: Expert tips on diet, exercise, supplements for conception
Exercise, diet and supplements are turning PCOS around for women. Experts reveal life-changing steps that you can take to boost fertility and help you conceive
Published on Oct 31, 2024 07:34 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Pan D, Shelcal: Full list of drugs found spurious, sub-standard by regulator
Four drugs, including popular calcium supplement Shelcal 500, have been identified as spurious by the Central Drug Regulatory Authority.
Published on Oct 26, 2024 12:16 PM IST
Eight common medicines for a variety of ailments to get costlier: Report
This comes after drug manufacturers issued applications to increase prices due to increased cost of ingredients, production, and exchange rates
Published on Oct 16, 2024 05:14 PM IST
Paracetamol fails quality control test: What safe alternatives can you turn to?
Paracetamol, the hot-favourite drug option for fever control, has alarmingly failed quality control
Updated on Sep 28, 2024 04:50 PM IST
Study abroad: 5 global universities to consider for pursuing PG in medicine
Check the courses and admission process of these 5 institutions if you are planning to pursue a postgraduate degree in medicine from a top global university.
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 12:39 PM IST
HT Education Desk | Edited by Gaurav Sarma
Internet bands together to decode undecipherable doctor's prescription
Doctor's and their baffling handwriting have no dearth of lore. The internet however has added yet another chapter to the saga, courtesy of a viral prescription
Published on Sep 07, 2024 05:07 PM IST
Can PRP therapy bring new hope for women struggling with infertility?
Can ovarian rejuvenation restore egg quality, boost fertility? How PRP therapy, a game-changer in reproductive medicine, could change the future of motherhood
Published on Sep 05, 2024 05:26 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
New hope: These diabetes medications might prevent memory loss and dementia
Could your diabetes medicine protect you from dementia? New study suggests yes. These are the common type 2 diabetes meds that might protect against memory loss
Published on Aug 31, 2024 04:27 PM IST
Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz
Even the food on your plate can work like medicines to get rid of diseases
Keeping in mind a person’s body constitution and genetic makeup, each diet is curated to cater to the needs of a person in medicine-food homology.
Published on Aug 16, 2024 04:35 PM IST
Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
The Domino Effect linking a painkiller and vultures to India's mortality rate
India's mortality rate stands hiked at 7.473 per cent in 2024. There is much to consider when it comes to the complicated string of events impacting this number
Published on Aug 09, 2024 06:47 PM IST
Skin diseases afflict Gaza's children as war drags on without end
The death toll continues to climb in Gaza, with almost 40,000 Palestinians killed, according to Gaza authorities.
Published on Aug 09, 2024 12:47 AM IST
Reuters |
Haemophilia treatment breakthroughs: Pros, cons and future directions
The evolving landscape of Haemophilia management: Here's what you need to know about navigating Haemophilia treatment risks and advancements
Published on Aug 04, 2024 03:24 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Kargil Vijay Diwas: How Mohanlal shot for Kurukshetra in Dras despite low oxygen
Filmmaker Ravi reveals how Mohanlal shot for Malayalam film Kurukshetra in Dras and Kargil.
Published on Jul 26, 2024 03:26 PM IST
Yashika Mathur
Shilajit: Know all about this ancient Himalayan treasure that boosts immunity
Boost your immunity and unleash your inner strength with ancient Himalayan treasure - Shilajit. Here's how
Published on Jul 18, 2024 01:27 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Extreme heat and some medicines can be a risky combo. Here's what to know
Hot weather, too, can damage medicines such as insulin that require refrigeration. Inhalers can explode. Epinephrine injectors such as EpiPens can malfunction.
Published on Jul 16, 2024 11:16 AM IST
AP | | Posted by Tapatrisha Das
New research deflates multivitamin hype: They don't make you live longer
New study reveals that multivitamins are not improving your health, despite the popular claims.
Published on Jun 27, 2024 06:48 PM IST
Adrija Dey
1 in 6 develop antidepressant withdrawal: German study shows
Less people experience "discontinuation symptoms" after stopping antidepressants than previously thought.
Published on Jun 10, 2024 12:38 PM IST
Deutsche Welle | Posted by Tapatrisha Das
Thousands flock to village in Karnataka for 'wonder pill' to cure Asthma
The 'wonder pill' prepared by traditional healer Ashok Rao Kulkarni is drawing people from several parts of Karnataka.
Published on Jun 08, 2024 02:45 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Yamini C S
Philippines tweaks act, Indian medical students there can practice locally now
The CHED will issue the necessary certification to facilitate this process, ensuring a smooth transition for graduates.
Published on May 24, 2024 08:54 PM IST
HT Education Desk, New Delhi
How a blood test can find the cause of your acne
What if the solution to acne lies not in topical remedies, over-the-counter creams or prescription medications but in a simple blood test?
Published on May 23, 2024 10:10 AM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy: How is it used for vaginal rejuvenation
Platelet-Rich Plasma or PRP is considered safe, low-cost, natural and minimally invasive. Read on to know what is it and how is it used for vaginal rejuvenation
Published on May 14, 2024 08:42 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
UK toddler, born completely deaf, hears for first time after gene therapy
A 18-month-old toddler in UK, born with a rare genetic condition, had her hearing restored in world's first gene therapy trial.
Published on May 09, 2024 01:36 PM IST