Health & Wellness: News

02 Apr 2024

Research

Scientist resumes human embryo gene-editing research following release from prison

He Jiankui, the Chinese scientist who caused a global uproar in 2018 by using CRISPR technology to modify human embryos' DNA, has resumed his research after serving a three-year prison sentence.

02 Apr 2024

United Kingdom

UK's NHS providing 'artificial pancreas' to Type 1 diabetes patients

The National Health Service (NHS) in the UK is preparing to offer an "artificial pancreas" to thousands of adults and children, diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.

31 Mar 2024

Cancer

Cancer signs detectable years before symptoms, says new research institute

Cambridge University's newly established Early Cancer Institute is making significant progress in the early detection of cancer.

30 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Unlocking the amazing benefits of mulethi tea

Licorice, or mulethi, has long been an essential component of Indian Ayurveda.

29 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Good Friday fasting: Physical and spiritual benefits 

Good Friday fasting, observed by Christians worldwide, isn't just a religious tradition but also holds physical and spiritual benefits.

27 Mar 2024

Celebrity

Christina Applegate opens up on her battle with multiple sclerosis

On a recent episode of the Armchair Expert podcast, Christina Applegate, the acclaimed actor known for her roles in Dead to Me and Married... with Children, opened up about her struggle with multiple sclerosis (MS).

27 Mar 2024

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Arnold Schwarzenegger undergoes pacemaker surgery; jokes about being 'more machine'

Famed Hollywood actor and former governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger, recently revealed that he underwent pacemaker surgery.

27 Mar 2024

South Korea

Late 'Parasite' actor Lee Sun-kyun's father dies amid legal battle

The father of the late South Korean actor Lee Sun-kyun has passed away, leaving family and friends in deep sorrow. No cause of death was provided.

22 Mar 2024

Research

Pioneering transplant: Patient in recovery after receiving pig kidney

In a remarkable achievement, a team of doctors at Massachusetts General Hospital, US has successfully implanted a genetically altered pig kidney into Rick Slayman, a 62-year-old man grappling with terminal kidney disease.

20 Mar 2024

MakeMyTrip

MeraDoc and MakeMyTrip collaborate to deliver instant medical services

Health-tech start-up MeraDoc has formed a strategic collaboration with travel booking giant MakeMyTrip.

19 Mar 2024

Startups

Hippocratic AI raises $53 million at a valuation of $500mn

Hippocratic AI, a firm specializing in healthcare-oriented artificial intelligence (AI), has completed a Series A funding round, raising $53 million at a valuation of $500 million.

18 Mar 2024

Yoga

Discovering transformative benefits of Buti yoga 

Buti yoga, originating from the Marathi word "buti" signifying a hidden cure, merges traditional yoga with primal movement, tribal dance, and plyometrics.

18 Mar 2024

Healthy Foods

Immunity cubes: All about this wellness trend 

In recent times an increased focus on health and well-being especially immune resilience, has taken center stage.

17 Mar 2024

Research

Prolonged sitting linked to increased mortality risk, study reveals

A recent study conducted by the University of California, San Diego has shed light on the health risks associated with prolonged sitting.

17 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Stop peeling! These fruit and veggie skins are healthy goldmines

In the routine of peeling fruits and vegetables, we often overlook the nutritional goldmine found in their skins.

16 Mar 2024

Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan debunks health rumors, calls them 'fake news'

The nation held its breath on Friday as reports surfaced of legendary superstar Amitabh Bachchan being admitted to hospital.

16 Mar 2024

Mental Health

Understanding the healing power of sound bathing

A sound bath involves lying down on a mat and listening to highly resonant, immersive music.

15 Mar 2024

Cancer

New blood test promises early detection of colorectal cancer

A groundbreaking study has revealed that a simple blood test could potentially detect colorectal cancer in its early stages.

15 Mar 2024

Amitabh Bachchan

Confirmed! Amitabh Bachchan recuperating after undergoing angioplasty

Renowned Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan underwent an angioplasty at Mumbai's Kokilaben Hospital on Friday morning. The 81-year-old star was admitted early that day, and doctors confirmed the procedure.

15 Mar 2024

Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan falls ill; hospitalized in Mumbai

Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan has reportedly been admitted to a private hospital in Mumbai after suddenly falling sick.

13 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Blood tests detect sleep deprivation, finds study

Today, sleep deprivation is a widespread concern impacting millions globally, posing significant risks to safety and well-being.

12 Mar 2024

Celebrity

Adult actor Emily Willis in 'vegetative coma' after cardiac arrest

Adult film actor Emily Willis is in a critical condition, lying unresponsive in a "vegetative coma" after experiencing a cardiac arrest last month.

11 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Japanese water therapy's healing benefits

Striving towards proper health and wellness, many are turning to the unique practices embedded in Japanese culture.

10 Mar 2024

United Kingdom

UK world's second-least happy country in the world: Survey

United Kingdom is the world's second-least happy country, according to the 2024 Global Mind Project report by Sapien Labs.

08 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Women's Day: Understanding the importance of regular gynecological check-ups

As we celebrate Women's Day, it becomes very important to look into the critical importance of regular gynecological check-ups in ensuring the better well-being of women.

08 Mar 2024

Relationships

Women's Day: Celebrating strength that fuels every sphere of life

As we celebrate Women's Day, the spotlight turns to the incredible strength and resilience displayed by women in various roles.

07 Mar 2024

Dharmendra

Times Dharmendra suffered from health issues

Veteran actor Dharmendra turned 88 years old on December 8, 2023. He started acting in 1960 when he was 25 years old. Since then, the actor has kept himself active in the industry.

07 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

This Miami luxury resort offers sleep wellness with smart technology

Sleeping will be a unique experience in this luxury resort.

06 Mar 2024

Lifestyle

Hot and cold therapy: When to use each 

You may be familiar with the choice between using a hot or cold compress for neck pain. However, determining when to apply ice or heat can be important.

05 Mar 2024

Ayurveda

What are adaptogens and how do they help us

Adaptogens are a group of herbs, roots, and mushrooms that have been used for centuries in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine.

05 Mar 2024

Mental Health

What is meditative creative visualization and how can it help

Amid a world filled with ceaseless stimuli and distractions, the pursuit of inner peace and creative inspiration can feel like an ever-elusive quest.

04 Mar 2024

Bruce Willis

Bruce Willis's wife slams media for 'stupid headlines' on dementia

Emma Heming Willis, the wife of Hollywood star Bruce Willis, recently took to Instagram to criticize the media's portrayal of her husband's battle with untreatable frontotemporal dementia (FTD).

03 Mar 2024

Exercise

Simple stretches to soothe lower back discomfort

Are you grappling with persistent lower back pain? Fear not, as we have a collection of quick and gentle stretches that can help alleviate discomfort and enhance flexibility.

Rising global malnutrition: A billion affected by the obesity crisis

Over one billion people across the globe are living with obesity, according to a recent study published in The Lancet journal.

01 Mar 2024

Justin Bieber

Happy Birthday Justin Bieber: Sharing the pop icon's fitness regimen

Justin Bieber, the celebrated Canadian pop icon, has captured headlines not just for his musical achievements but also for his notable weight loss and fitness journey.

29 Feb 2024

Diabetes

Diabetes, BP medicines to become cheaper in India: Here's why

The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has announced new retail prices for 69 drug formulations, making medications for Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and other conditions more affordable.

29 Feb 2024

Exercise

Trim your thighs: Five no-machine exercises for slimmer legs

Are you yearning for slimmer thighs but find the thought of using complicated gym machines daunting? Fear not!

27 Feb 2024

Healthy Foods

Boost your iron intake with these spinach-based dishes

Spinach is a highly nutritious leafy green, teeming with iron and a plethora of other vital nutrients.

27 Feb 2024

Food

Decoding sweet secrets by exploring inverted sugar

Inverted sugar is a mixture of glucose and fructose formed by breaking down sucrose, the common table sugar, into its constituent parts through hydrolysis.

26 Feb 2024

Healthy Foods

Begin your morning with these energy-boosting vegan breakfasts

Kick-start your day with a burst of energy from these five vegan breakfasts!