Family Health

Does Your Child Have Recurring Fever Without A Cold Or Cough? Check The Urinary Tract
- Jun 17, 2026 17:19 pm IST
- Written by:Dr Koushik Amancharla
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most prevalent bacterial infections in children.

Explained: Why Did India Suddenly Crack Down On Syrup Medicines?
- Jun 17, 2026 11:10 am IST
- Written by:Shreya Goswami
India has ended over-the-counter sales of syrup-based medicines, including cough syrups, requiring a doctor's prescription for purchase. The move follows a…

Online Child Safety Laws Could Help Or Hurt: 2 Pediatricians Explain What's Likely To Work And What Isn't
- Jun 16, 2026 10:30 am IST
- The Conversation
Concern about social media use by 13- to 17-year-olds has led to a patchwork of state initiatives as well as proposed federal legislation.

Infertility Without Symptoms: Doctor Shares Why And How Many Couples Discover It
- Jun 15, 2026 17:00 pm IST
- Written by:Dr. Anindita Singh
From a clinical point of view, infertility often develops quietly, without noticeable symptoms, especially in the early stages, and the whole process can look…

What Is Methylation? The Silent Cellular Trap Driving Daily Fatigue
- Jun 15, 2026 13:27 pm IST
- Written by:Rupashi Chhabra
Methylation is a process that influences how much fatigue you may feel. Here is what it actually means and why it is important to address daily fatigue.

Is Frequent Urination Always A Sign Of Ageing? Doctors Explain The Warning Signs
- Jun 15, 2026 11:20 am IST
- Written by:Shreya Goswami
Frequent urination is often blamed on ageing, but doctors warn it could signal underlying conditions such as an enlarged prostate, overactive bladder, diabetes,…

Can This Strange Smell Be a Sign of Stroke? Experts Explain
- Jun 14, 2026 17:34 pm IST
- Written by:Sambhav Kumar
Stroke remains one of the leading causes of disability and death worldwide. The sooner treatment begins, the better the chances of reducing brain damage and…

A Sleep Expert Explains Why Catch-Up Weekend Sleep Causes Monday Brain Fog
- Jun 14, 2026 11:01 am IST
- Written by:Rupashi Chhabra
Dr Rohan Mehta explains why catch-up weekend sleep causes Monday brain fog. Here is what you need to know about your sleep cycle and why sleep debt is an issue…

One Donation, Multiple Lives: How Blood Components Are Used In Treatment
- Jun 13, 2026 16:11 pm IST
- Written by:Debosmita Ghosh
When blood is donated, it is rarely used as whole blood. Instead, blood banks separate it into different components so that each part can be used where it is…

Vitiligo And Sun Exposure: Experts Explain The Link, Suggest Tips
- Jun 12, 2026 17:19 pm IST
- Posted by:Shreya Goswami
Dermatologists who study the connection between vitiligo and sunlight explain that this knowledge protects skin health while stopping further health problems as…

Toilet Habits That Can Increase The Risk Of UTIs In Children; Doctor Explains
- Jun 12, 2026 12:21 pm IST
- Written by:Dr. M. Gopichand
Children often contract bacterial infections, with urinary tract infections (UTIs) being one of the most common types.

Why Tobacco-Linked Cancers Are Often Diagnosed Late? Doctor Explains
- Jun 12, 2026 10:15 am IST
- Written by:Dr Aseem Kumar Samar
Tobacco-related cancers like oral, throat, and lung are often diagnosed late due to symptom normalization among users.

Poliovirus Detected In Ghaziabad Sewage: Is There A Health Risk?
- Jun 11, 2026 17:59 pm IST
- Written by:Shreya Goswami
A vaccine-derived poliovirus Type-1 has been detected in a sewage sample in Ghaziabad, prompting intensified surveillance. Experts say there is no need to…

Faint Line On A Pregnancy Test? Here's What It Means
- Jun 10, 2026 20:40 pm IST
- Written by:Varsha Vats
It is critical to distinguish a faint positive line from an evaporation line, which is a false result. An evaporation line is colourless or looks like a grey…

Doctor Explains Why Urban Indians Are Gaining Weight Despite Eating Home-Cooked Food
- Jun 10, 2026 20:06 pm IST
- Written by:Dr Anju Shah

Why Obsessing Over Your Sleep Score On Your Smartwatch Is Giving You Insomnia
- Jun 10, 2026 18:25 pm IST
- Written by:Rupashi Chhabra
A sleep score on your sleep tracker on a smartwatch may be giving you insomnia. If you develop orthosomnia, here is what it means.

Fatty Liver And Weight Gain: The Hidden Reason Your Metabolism Stalls (And How To Reverse It)
- Jun 10, 2026 15:08 pm IST
- Written by:Rupashi Chhabra
Fatty liver is associated with weight gains. Here is how it can affect metabolism, and Dr SK Sarin explains ways to reverse it.

Why Your Body Processes Carbs Better At 8 am Than 8 pm (And What It Means For Prediabetes)
- Jun 10, 2026 12:27 pm IST
- Written by:Rupashi Chhabra
Your body needs to consume meals within a certain window to maintain balanced blood sugar levels. People with prediabetes should be especially careful, as…

This Kidney Drug May Benefit Millions Of More Patients Than Once Believed: Study
- Jun 09, 2026 19:33 pm IST
- Written by:Sambhav Kumar
Finerenone belongs to a class of medications known as mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists. It works by blocking pathways that contribute to inflammation and…

Effective Strategies To Alleviate Weather Related Joint Pain And Maintain Mobility
- Jun 09, 2026 17:49 pm IST
- Written by:Dr. Rohit Singh
Many individuals notice increased discomfort during seasonal transitions or before a change in weather. But is this phenomenon real, or is it simply a…