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Can breathing polluted air increase your risk of lung cancer, even if you've never smoked?
In this episode of NDTV Lifeline, Sneha Mordani speaks to renowned pulmonologist Dr Arvind Kumar about the growing health risks of air pollution and its impact on the human body.

Dr Kumar explains why lung cancer is increasingly being diagnosed in younger people and women who have never smoked, how prolonged exposure to PM2.5 can damage the lungs, and why air pollution is not just a respiratory health crisis.

From its links to heart attacks, strokes and other health complications to the impact of toxic air on pregnant women and children, the conversation explores the far-reaching consequences of breathing polluted air.

He also discusses whether air purifiers actually protect us, why N95 masks matter, what individuals can do to reduce exposure, and what India needs to learn from countries that have successfully improved their air quality.

In this episode:
Can air pollution cause lung cancer in nonsmokers?

Why are younger people being diagnosed with lung cancer?

How does PM2.5 affect the heart and brain?

Can cleaner air reverse some of the damage?

Do air purifiers really protect you?

Childhood obesity is more than a weight concern. It can affect a child's physical health, emotional well-being and future risk of disease. From packaged snacks and sugary drinks to sleep and screen time, NDTV Lifeline explores the everyday habits that shape children’s health and how families can build healthier routines without stigma or shame.

High blood pressure can quietly damage the heart, brain and kidneys without obvious symptoms. On NDTV Lifeline, understand what your BP numbers mean, learn how to measure them correctly, discover everyday habits that help manage hypertension, and recognise when a high reading needs urgent medical attention.

Can healing go beyond exercise to bring the body and mind into balance? Ambika Singh Kahma speaks to physiotherapist and wellness expert Vesna P. Jacob about Pilates, breathwork, posture, emotional wellbeing and the science behind mind-body healing.

Is yoga just an hour on the mat, or a practice that can transform the other 23 hours of your day? Ambika Singh Kahma speaks to Sharan Khanna about yoga beyond asanas; from breathwork and stress to emotional resilience, holistic wellbeing and why true transformation begins within.

Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own healthy cells and tissues. Women are more commonly affected, but symptoms can be subtle and difficult to diagnose. From fatigue and joint pain to hormonal and genetic factors, this episode explores the warning signs, triggers and ways to manage autoimmune conditions.

Endometriosis is a chronic condition that can cause pain, inflammation, and fertility problems. It can affect the ovaries, bowel, bladder and other organs, yet diagnosis can often take years. Know the symptoms, warning signs, and treatment options.

On World Heart Day, Dr Prathap C Reddy explains why Indians are prone to early heart attacks, why checkups should start at 25, and how India can become a global healthcare hub. #WorldHeartDay #DrPrathapCReddy #ApolloHospitals #HeartHealth #YoungIndians #PreventiveCare #CheckupsAt25 #CardiovascularHealth #HeartAttacks #GeneticRisk #LifestyleDisease #Hypertension #Diabetes #HealthyIndia About NDTV (English news channel): NDTV is India's Most-Trusted News Broadcaster with the latest updates in news, sports, entertainment and much more from within India and around the world. Watch big political debates, exclusive entertainment interviews, news bulletins, current affairs, talk shows and tech reviews with our 24x7 news live streams, packed with credible information across all platforms: TV, Internet and Mobile. For Latest Videos, click here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYSfYVdrOZvh5iPadUPTAg3sxFD_DZpT_ To watch NDTV's premium shows listed together for your easy access, click here: https://www.youtube.com/@NDTV/playlists?view=50&sort=dd&shelf_id=5 For Ground Reports and Analysis from NDTV's reporters and anchors of day's top news stories, click here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYSfYVdrOZvgHr6OHiZYKbr_21MOmvk04 For News in Shorts, click here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYSfYVdrOZvjJ8fhLPk_Fz4tFARkpG-Y- Subscribe to our channel to get latest news updates. Follow us on Social Media: Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ndtv/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ndtv/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ndtv/ Follow us on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va4lixw7z4kcvZI9JM12 Join NDTV on Telegram Messenger: https://t.me/NDTVbot/?start=hi Follow us on Google News for Breaking and Latest News Updates: NDTV: https://bit.ly/3e5ngbP NDTV India (Hindi News): https://bit.ly/3mNVwMY Download NDTV Mobile Apps: http://www.ndtv.com/page/apps #BreakingNews #LatestNews #TodayNews #News #IndiaNews #NDTV #currentaffairs $MetaTags$1#TV Original4#Susobhan Roy5#Faisal Kidwai$MetaTags$

India is sleeping less, sleeping later and waking up exhausted. From chronic sleep deprivation and stress to hidden sleep disorders, discover what lost sleep is doing to the brain and body and whether sleep banking, melatonin and sleep tech can really help.

From AI and genomic testing to immunotherapy, liquid biopsies and cancer vaccines, new technologies are changing how cancer is detected and treated. NDTV Lifeline explores the breakthroughs shaping the future of cancer care - and what they could mean for earlier diagnosis, personalised treatment and better survival.

Can facial exercises really lift, tone and sculpt your face? NDTV Lifeline explores the science behind face yoga, facial massage and popular beauty tools like Gua Sha, Jade rollers and LED masks, and separates genuine skin-care benefits from beauty hype. We also look at the everyday habits that matter most for healthy, youthful-looking skin.

From baby teeth and cavities to sugary snacks and chalky spots, children's dental health needs attention from the very beginning. NDTV Lifeline explores the everyday habits that protect young teeth, bust common dental myths, and explains when parents should seek expert care.