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23.9% Indian Urban Men Have High Blood Sugar Levels: Are Men At A Higher Risk Of Diabetes?
The NFHS-6 survey shows a rise in high blood sugar levels, with 21 percent of men and 18 percent of women affected, highlighting India's growing diabetes burden.
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Neuron Cell Death Helps Maintain Brain Balance: Study
Ferroptosis, a type of cell death, may help maintain neuron balance in the hippocampus, supporting memory, learning and brain health, a study finds.
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High Blood Sugar, Obesity On The Rise, Says NFHS-6 Data: Here's Why Health Insurance Is Crucial Now
The NFHS-6 survey reveals a rise in obesity and high blood sugar among Indian adults, increasing risks of chronic diseases.
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Kerala Man Receives Government Job Letter 21 Years After Exam, Misses Chance Due To Retirement Age
Majeed argues that the prolonged delay deprived him of the employment opportunity he had earned years ago.
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Urban Indian Women's Obesity at 42.8%, Nearly Double Rural Rate
The National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) 2023-24 classifies obesity and overweight if the Body Mass Index (BMI) is 25 kg per square metre or above, among people aged 15-49 years.
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45% Of Vellore's Urban Slum Children Stunted By Age 2, Finds Lancet Study
By age 7, more than 26 per cent of the children were classified 'thin' and 5.2 per cent classified 'overweight/obese', findings published in The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia journal show.
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30.7% Of Women In India Are Obese Or Overweight, Reveals NFHS-6; Key Contributing Factors Explained
Monitoring weight, waist circumference, and blood sugar regularly NFHS-6 reveals that 30.7% of Indian women aged 15-49 years are now overweight or obese, marking a significant increase over the past few years.
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'No Plumber In 5 Years': India Heading For A Blue-Collar Blackout, Warns Expert
Within five years, he believes India could face shortages of plumbers, electricians, carpenters, drivers, nurses and caregivers as richer countries aggressively recruit the workers they no longer have enough of themselves.
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Rise Seen In Health Insurance Coverage Across India, Says NFHS-6: What This Means
Health insurance coverage in India rose to 60.2% of households in NFHS-6 from 41% in NFHS-5, reflecting increased government schemes and awareness.
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India Has Recorded Progress In Health, Nutrition And Social Development: Key Findings Of NFHS-6
The contents of NFHS-6 are more or less similar to NFHS-5, which allows comparisons over time. However, NFHS-6 also cover
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Sunil Gavaskar Behind Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Fearless Batting. Wonderkid Reveals How
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi recently shared a heartfelt memory, recalling how his father used to narrate stories about India great Sunil Gavaskar.
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International Day Of Yoga 2026 Focuses On Healthy Ageing Through Yoga Amid Rising Longevity
Yoga is increasingly being viewed not only as a public health intervention but also as a catalyst for innovation and economic growth in the senior wellness sector.
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Should Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Play Test Cricket? Sachin Tendulkar Gives Blunt Verdict
Sachin Tendulkar called 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 'truly special' and said that he would love to see the youngster play Test cricket.
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NFHS-6 Flags Sharp Rise In Obesity And High Blood Sugar Among Indian Adults
The survey found that 30.7 per cent of women aged 15-49 years were overweight or obese in 2023-24, up from 24 per cent in NFHS-5, which was conducted in 2019-21.
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India's Fertility Rate Drops Below Replacement Level for First Time, Reveals Government Report
India's fertility decline has been dramatic over the past five decades. The TFR dropped from 5.2 during 1971-1981 to 4.5, and further from 3.6 in 1991 to 1.9 in 2024.
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23.9% Indian Urban Men Have High Blood Sugar Levels: Are Men At A Higher Risk Of Diabetes?
The NFHS-6 survey shows a rise in high blood sugar levels, with 21 percent of men and 18 percent of women affected, highlighting India's growing diabetes burden.
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Neuron Cell Death Helps Maintain Brain Balance: Study
Ferroptosis, a type of cell death, may help maintain neuron balance in the hippocampus, supporting memory, learning and brain health, a study finds.
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High Blood Sugar, Obesity On The Rise, Says NFHS-6 Data: Here's Why Health Insurance Is Crucial Now
The NFHS-6 survey reveals a rise in obesity and high blood sugar among Indian adults, increasing risks of chronic diseases.
-
Kerala Man Receives Government Job Letter 21 Years After Exam, Misses Chance Due To Retirement Age
Majeed argues that the prolonged delay deprived him of the employment opportunity he had earned years ago.
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Urban Indian Women's Obesity at 42.8%, Nearly Double Rural Rate
The National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) 2023-24 classifies obesity and overweight if the Body Mass Index (BMI) is 25 kg per square metre or above, among people aged 15-49 years.
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45% Of Vellore's Urban Slum Children Stunted By Age 2, Finds Lancet Study
By age 7, more than 26 per cent of the children were classified 'thin' and 5.2 per cent classified 'overweight/obese', findings published in The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia journal show.
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30.7% Of Women In India Are Obese Or Overweight, Reveals NFHS-6; Key Contributing Factors Explained
Monitoring weight, waist circumference, and blood sugar regularly NFHS-6 reveals that 30.7% of Indian women aged 15-49 years are now overweight or obese, marking a significant increase over the past few years.
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'No Plumber In 5 Years': India Heading For A Blue-Collar Blackout, Warns Expert
Within five years, he believes India could face shortages of plumbers, electricians, carpenters, drivers, nurses and caregivers as richer countries aggressively recruit the workers they no longer have enough of themselves.
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Rise Seen In Health Insurance Coverage Across India, Says NFHS-6: What This Means
Health insurance coverage in India rose to 60.2% of households in NFHS-6 from 41% in NFHS-5, reflecting increased government schemes and awareness.
-
India Has Recorded Progress In Health, Nutrition And Social Development: Key Findings Of NFHS-6
The contents of NFHS-6 are more or less similar to NFHS-5, which allows comparisons over time. However, NFHS-6 also cover
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Sunil Gavaskar Behind Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Fearless Batting. Wonderkid Reveals How
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi recently shared a heartfelt memory, recalling how his father used to narrate stories about India great Sunil Gavaskar.
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International Day Of Yoga 2026 Focuses On Healthy Ageing Through Yoga Amid Rising Longevity
Yoga is increasingly being viewed not only as a public health intervention but also as a catalyst for innovation and economic growth in the senior wellness sector.
-
Should Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Play Test Cricket? Sachin Tendulkar Gives Blunt Verdict
Sachin Tendulkar called 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 'truly special' and said that he would love to see the youngster play Test cricket.
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NFHS-6 Flags Sharp Rise In Obesity And High Blood Sugar Among Indian Adults
The survey found that 30.7 per cent of women aged 15-49 years were overweight or obese in 2023-24, up from 24 per cent in NFHS-5, which was conducted in 2019-21.
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India's Fertility Rate Drops Below Replacement Level for First Time, Reveals Government Report
India's fertility decline has been dramatic over the past five decades. The TFR dropped from 5.2 during 1971-1981 to 4.5, and further from 3.6 in 1991 to 1.9 in 2024.
