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Taking A Break? Study Finds Why Many GLP-1 Users Stop And Restart Their Medication
- Jun 17, 2026 21:58 pm IST
- Written by:Debosmita Ghosh
The findings provide insight into the challenges people face while using these medications and may help healthcare providers identify patients who need support…

Jan Aushadhi Kendras Expand Across India From 84 In 2014 To More Than 19,200 In 2026
- Jun 17, 2026 20:21 pm IST
New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) From around 84 functional Jan Aushadhi Kendras in 2014, the network has grown to more than 19,200 Kendras across the country in 2026,…

Nutritionist Explains Why Strength Training Is Essential For Healthy Ageing
- Jun 17, 2026 20:16 pm IST
- Edited by:Debosmita Ghosh
- Written by:NDTV Health Desk
Nutritionist Deepsikha Jain explains why starting strength training early can make a massive difference to your long-term health and quality of life.

Hair Fall To Brain Fog: Doctor Shares Simple Changes To Prevent Major Health Issues
- Jun 17, 2026 20:04 pm IST
- Edited by:Debosmita Ghosh
- Written by:NDTV Health Desk
Dr Vishakha recently highlighted some of the most common habits people should avoid for a healthier life.

Doctor Explains How Pregnancy Impacts The Immune System Of Expecting Mothers
- Jun 17, 2026 19:45 pm IST
- Written by:Debosmita Ghosh
The immune system during pregnancy is not simply weaker or stronger. Instead, it becomes specially adapted to protect both the mother and the developing baby.…

16-Month-Old Boy And Mother Walk Out Of Congo Ebola Treatment Center Amid Outbreak
- Jun 17, 2026 19:01 pm IST
Modet Camara, a doctor at the center, said the baby was treated with antibiotics after a PCR test came back positive for Ebola on his second day at the…

Diagnosed With Fatty Liver? Make These Changes To Your Diet And Lifestyle Today
- Jun 17, 2026 18:54 pm IST
- Written by:Varsha Vats
If you've recently been diagnosed with fatty liver, it's crucial to understand that your liver's health is closely tied to your overall well-being.

Rural Areas Lag Behind In Cancer Treatment And Prevention - Even As Rich, Urban Areas Increasingly Leave Dying From Cancer In The Rearview
- Jun 17, 2026 18:45 pm IST
- Written by:Arthur Cosby
While national data on cancer deaths can provide a useful report card on how successful a country has been on improving its health, it can also mask large…

Here's Why You Should Consider Taking Vitamin B12 Supplements As You Age
- Jun 17, 2026 18:36 pm IST
- Written by:Varsha Vats
Neurological deficits from low B12 directly impair balance, walking gait, and motor coordination, which severely increases the risk of falls in elderly…

Ajwain, Methi, Or Jeera Water: Which Post-Meal Drink Aids In Weight Loss?
- Jun 17, 2026 18:27 pm IST
- Written by:Rupashi Chhabra
Ajwain, methi, and jeera water, when consumed after meals, may support weight loss. Here's how each works and how to manage their intake for optimal results.

Malaria Parasites Evade Drugs Using Young Blood Cells: Study
- Jun 17, 2026 17:43 pm IST
Thiruvananthapuram, June 17 ( IANS) Scientists at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (BRIC-RGCB) here have identified a new mechanism that allows malaria…

Poor Sleep In Your 40s And 50s May Raise Alzheimer's Risk Later; AIIMS Doctor Explains
- Jun 17, 2026 17:37 pm IST
- Written by:Shreya Goswami
Can skimping on sleep in midlife affect your brain decades later? Experts say poor sleep may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease by impairing the brain's…

Mango vs Jamun: Which Is Better For Reducing Summer Cellular Inflammation?
- Jun 17, 2026 17:15 pm IST
- Written by:Rupashi Chhabra
Mango and jamun should be consumed in moderation to address cellular inflammation. Here is how each of them reduces inflammation and how to regulate their dose.

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.

Do Cough Syrups Actually Work? Doctor Reveals The Truth
- Jun 17, 2026 16:57 pm IST
- Written by:Debosmita Ghosh
While cough syrups have been in use for several years, they don't really address the real cause of the cough. Many people would be surprised to know that cough…

Overactive Bladder Or Enlarged Prostate? Doctors Explain Key Differences
- Jun 17, 2026 15:41 pm IST
- Written by:Shreya Goswami
Frequent urination, urgency and waking up at night to urinate are often blamed on an enlarged prostate. However, doctors say overactive bladder and benign…

These 6 Afternoon Habits Are Making You Gain Weight
- Jun 17, 2026 15:09 pm IST
- Written by:Varsha Vats
Certain afternoon habits trigger unexpected weight gain by slowing down your metabolism, causing insulin spikes, or prompting mindless calorie consumption.

India Among Asia Pacific's Most AI-Ready Healthcare Markets: Report
- Jun 17, 2026 14:55 pm IST
New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) India stands out as one of the Asia‑Pacific region’s most AI‑ready healthcare markets, with 78 per cent of consumers using generative…

Kerala Forms High-Power Expert Panel Amid Rising Communicable Diseases
- Jun 17, 2026 14:44 pm IST
Thiruvananthapuram, June 16 (IANS) With communicable diseases continuing to spread across Kerala, the state government has stepped up its response by…

Ebola Pioneer Still On Front Line At 84, Says 'We Always Won'
- Jun 17, 2026 14:48 pm IST
- AFP
In 1976, young Congolese doctor Jean-Jacques Muyembe was sent to a remote village to look into a mysterious illness and found himself confronting Ebola, a…