Health

Uncontrolled hypertension is silently driving a sharp rise in stroke cases across India, with younger adults also increasingly at risk. Experts warn that delayed treatment can lead to disability and death linked to stroke. It is necessary to manage hypertension and prevent a stroke. India is witnessing an alarming rise in hypertension-related stroke cases. Uncontrolled hypertension, long working hours, lack of exercise, excessive salt intake, poor sleep, stress, smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity, and uncontrolled diabetes are increasing the burden of stroke among both older and younger adults.  Experts warn that hypertension, often ignored due to lack of visible symptoms, is now emerging as one of the leading causes of stroke in the country. According to the Indian Council of Medical ...

With over 10 crore people living with diabetes in India, diabetic neuropathy remains a commonly observed complication, with nearly one in four individuals estimated to experience some form of nerve damage. Painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN), along with postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), cause nerve pain in the hands and feet that feels like tingling, numbness and burning sensations, disrupting sleep, limiting mobility and making everyday activities uncomfortable. To counter this pain, individuals often seek generic muscle pain relief solutions which fail to provide targeted relief against nerve pain. However, solutions containing natural ingredients like Capsaicin (an active compound derived from chilli peppers) can help soothe irritated nerves, providing targeted symptomatic relief ...

After delivering the baby, a mother’s health needs as much attention as the baby’s. A timely post-delivery check-up helps detect hidden issues and supports a safe recovery.  Dr Payal Narang, consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Motherhood Hospital Lullanagar, Pune says, “Motherhood brings joy, but the body goes through major physical and emotional changes after delivery. While utmost care and attention are given to the newborn, it is also necessary to avoid neglecting your health. New moms have to take charge of their well-being as weeks after childbirth, known as the postpartum period, are very important for recovery. Regular check-ups during this time can help identify complications early and ensure the mother regains her strength safely. It is imperative to go for a post-delive...

Doctors in Kolkata have successfully treated a 66-year-old man from Andhra Pradesh who travelled over 1,500 kilometres to undergo a highly complex angioplasty.  The procedure, performed using one of the latest-generation coronary stents that was recently launched globally, restoring the man`s cardiac health. It was conducted under the expertise of (Prof.) Dr. Rabindra Nath Chakraborty, head of the Department - Cardiology, Manipal Hospital, EM Bypass.  The man from Visakhapatnam, has shared a remarkable 27-year-long association with Dr Chakraborty. His cardiac health journey began in 1999 at the age of 41 and residing in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, he suffered a mild heart attack and was referred to Hyderabad for a life-saving angioplasty after investigations revealed a major arteria...

That instant relief you feel stepping from a scorching 45-degree Celsius afternoon into an 18-degree Celsius air-conditioned office feels incredible. Beneath the surface, however, your skin experiences that transition very differently. This drastic temperature drop creates acute cellular stress, a phenomenon known as thermal shock. Over time, these rapid environmental shifts compromise the skin`s protective lipid matrix, leaving it dehydrated, tight, dull, and highly sensitive, even in people with otherwise normal skin. To combat this, dermatologists recommend a strategy called barrier-buffering—using targeted ceramide mists, aquaporin boosters, and lightweight occlusives to help the skin navigate extreme temperature swings seamlessly. The cellular science of thermal shock In intense he...

With temperatures soaring in different parts of the country, Dr. Anubhuti Rana, associate professor from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi, said that heatwave is a serious situation for pregnant women. She urged the expectant mothers to take special precautions during the prevailing weather conditions.  Speaking to IANS, Dr. Rana said: "Pregnancy is anyway a special condition for women where there is an increased demand for the mother and the baby." "Heatwave can cause exhaustion and dehydration, which affects both the mother and the foetus," she added. Advising special care for pregnant women during the heatwave, she said: "They should drink a lot of water, coconut water and `shikanji`. Take frequent rests and eat good...

Doctors from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) have urged people to take preventive measures against heat-related illnesses as soaring temperatures continue to impact several parts of the country.  Dr Piyush Ranjan, Additional Professor in the Department of Medicine at AIIMS Delhi, said that cases of dehydration and heat stroke tend to rise sharply whenever temperatures increase. "Whenever the temperature rises, health problems related to heat begin to appear. The first and mildest condition is dehydration, in which the body loses water and salts," he said. He warned that dehydration can progress to heat stroke, commonly known as `loo lagna`, and in severe situations, patients may even lose consciousness. Highlighting precautionary measures, Dr Ranjan advised people t...

A top Delhi doctor of Sir Ganga Ram Hospital`s Department of Internal Medicine has advised people to avoid direct exposure to the sun and keep themselves hydrated as much as possible, amid the prevailing heatwave conditions in different parts of the country.  According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi-NCR, along with Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh, is expected to face severe heat during the week. The weather agency has issued an orange alert for Delhi-NCR, warning residents of prolonged heatwave-like conditions over the coming days. Speaking to IANS, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital`s senior consultant Dr Atul Kakar said that there are three types of heat-related problems that are being faced by people. "One is heat exhaustion, where a person feels weak, lethargic, gets a feve...

The recent nationwide shortage of Diet Coke launched a thousand memes and viral reels across Indian social media. As zero-sugar beverage sales hit a five-year high in 2026, the public conversation has rapidly shifted from gym floors to clinical laboratories. Driven by an urgent desire to dodge the traditional ten-teaspoon sugar trap, millions of health-conscious Indian consumers have turned to diet sodas as a seemingly guilt-free lifestyle choice. However, leading medical experts warn that looking strictly at calorie counting misses a much larger physiological cost. The reality behind these synthetic beverages involves a highly complex neuro-chemical bait and switch. Gastroenterologists and neurologists break down how artificial sweeteners trigger digestive distress, alter insulin respons...

Doctors in Thane have successfully treated a 97-year-old woman for a high-risk lower intestinal obstruction, highlighting the importance of timely intervention even in old age. The woman came to the hospital with symptoms including blood in stools, altered bowel habits, and a persistent sensation of incomplete evacuation. While these symptoms had been present for some time, they were initially overlooked, leading to a delay in diagnosis. On evaluation at KIMS Hospitals in Thane, clinical examination done by Dr Saneya Pandrowala raised suspicion of a rectosigmoid lesion. Further investigations confirmed the severity of the condition. MRI imaging revealed wall thickening at the rectosigmoid junction, while sigmoidoscopy identified a significantly narrowed segment with a partially obstructi...