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The Silent Dangers: 6 Everyday Habits That Are Quietly Raising Your Blood Pressure
While genetics, age, and existing medical conditions do play a role, there are cases where high blood pressure results from how individuals unconsciously lead their lives, unaware of the impact on their bodies.
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Our Study Looked At Teens' Social Media Behaviour In 43 Countries - Those From Disadvantaged Backgrounds Face Greater Harms
Using data from over 330,000 young people, we found a clear and consistent pattern: higher levels of problematic social media use that is, compulsive or uncontrolled engagement with social media are associated with poorer wellbeing.
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AIIMS-Trained Doctor Flags 8 Everyday Habits You Should Quit Right Away
Gastroenterologist Saurabh Sethi highlighted a few such everyday behaviours you might want to rethink.
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Iodine Deficiency In Children: Signs And Symptoms That Parents Should Watch Out For
Children with iodine deficiency tend to have goitre (a swollen thyroid), stunted height, poor school performance, and even permanent IQ drops from impaired brain development.
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World Malaria Day 2026: Doctor Explains Why Some People Get Bitten By Mosquitoes More
This World Malaria Day, let us learn about the science explaining this uneven mosquito attraction and why it matters, particularly in terms of the risk of malaria.
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Calcium In Immune Cells May Trigger Anxiety Behaviours, Study Suggests
A study in mice links calcium signalling in microglia, the brain's immune cells, to anxiety and obsessive compulsive behaviours, offering new treatment insights.
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Increased Screen Time Among Children Leading To Reduced Attention Spans, Disturbed Sleep: Study
While 60% of them reported having trouble focusing while studying, 48% exhibited irritability and aggressive behaviour, and 41% suffered from sleep-related issues due to late-night mobile usage.
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Japanese Interval Walking vs 10,000 Steps: Which One Is The Ultimate Fitness Routine?
While both routines are effective for different goals, recent research suggests that Japanese Interval Walking may be the ultimate routine for those seeking maximum health gains in minimum time.
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American Heart Association Releases New Dietary Guidance To Improve Heart Health
The American Heart Association (AHA) has mentioned that early and consistent adoption of healthy eating, alongside other healthy lifestyle behaviours, can help prevent up to 80% of heart disease and stroke.
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World Autism Awareness Day: Indian Doctors Explain Breakthrough Therapies From Behavioural To Biomedical Approaches
Autism is a mental health disorder that impacts children as well as adults. While there are existing therapies, autism poses a significant challenge for India. Here is how behavioural and biomedical approaches are being used to lessen the burden.
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Not Just Disrupted Sleep, New Study Says Drinking Coffee At Night Can Lead To Risky Behaviour In Women
A new study finds that drinking coffee at night may do more than disrupt sleep, it could increase impulsive and risky behaviour, especially in women.
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Knitting, Puzzles, Not Scrolling: Study Links Mental Activity To Reduced Dementia Risk
People who keep their minds active while sitting; through crafts, games, or focused tasks, tend to have a lower risk of dementia later in life. However, this doesn't mean that sitting is 'healthy.'
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Movement And Sleep Patterns In Midlife Can Help Predict Lifespan, Finds Study
The research monitored 81 killifish from early adulthood to death using automated camera systems. These short-lived fish, with lifespans of 4-8 months, share brain complexity with humans, making them ideal for ageing studies.
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Limiting Sedentary Time, Staying Active Can Reduce Risk Of High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy By 30%, Finds New Study
The study highlights that it is not just "formal exercise" but the balance of sitting and moving across the entire day that helps to prevent high blood pressure during pregnancy.
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The First 1,000 Days: Setting Down Syndrome Kids Up For Independence
In the case of a child with Down Syndrome, if therapy is started at a very early age, it has the potential to enhance the connections of the brain, thus improving the abilities of the child.
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The Silent Dangers: 6 Everyday Habits That Are Quietly Raising Your Blood Pressure
While genetics, age, and existing medical conditions do play a role, there are cases where high blood pressure results from how individuals unconsciously lead their lives, unaware of the impact on their bodies.
-
Our Study Looked At Teens' Social Media Behaviour In 43 Countries - Those From Disadvantaged Backgrounds Face Greater Harms
Using data from over 330,000 young people, we found a clear and consistent pattern: higher levels of problematic social media use that is, compulsive or uncontrolled engagement with social media are associated with poorer wellbeing.
-
AIIMS-Trained Doctor Flags 8 Everyday Habits You Should Quit Right Away
Gastroenterologist Saurabh Sethi highlighted a few such everyday behaviours you might want to rethink.
-
Iodine Deficiency In Children: Signs And Symptoms That Parents Should Watch Out For
Children with iodine deficiency tend to have goitre (a swollen thyroid), stunted height, poor school performance, and even permanent IQ drops from impaired brain development.
-
World Malaria Day 2026: Doctor Explains Why Some People Get Bitten By Mosquitoes More
This World Malaria Day, let us learn about the science explaining this uneven mosquito attraction and why it matters, particularly in terms of the risk of malaria.
-
Calcium In Immune Cells May Trigger Anxiety Behaviours, Study Suggests
A study in mice links calcium signalling in microglia, the brain's immune cells, to anxiety and obsessive compulsive behaviours, offering new treatment insights.
-
Increased Screen Time Among Children Leading To Reduced Attention Spans, Disturbed Sleep: Study
While 60% of them reported having trouble focusing while studying, 48% exhibited irritability and aggressive behaviour, and 41% suffered from sleep-related issues due to late-night mobile usage.
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Japanese Interval Walking vs 10,000 Steps: Which One Is The Ultimate Fitness Routine?
While both routines are effective for different goals, recent research suggests that Japanese Interval Walking may be the ultimate routine for those seeking maximum health gains in minimum time.
-
American Heart Association Releases New Dietary Guidance To Improve Heart Health
The American Heart Association (AHA) has mentioned that early and consistent adoption of healthy eating, alongside other healthy lifestyle behaviours, can help prevent up to 80% of heart disease and stroke.
-
World Autism Awareness Day: Indian Doctors Explain Breakthrough Therapies From Behavioural To Biomedical Approaches
Autism is a mental health disorder that impacts children as well as adults. While there are existing therapies, autism poses a significant challenge for India. Here is how behavioural and biomedical approaches are being used to lessen the burden.
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Not Just Disrupted Sleep, New Study Says Drinking Coffee At Night Can Lead To Risky Behaviour In Women
A new study finds that drinking coffee at night may do more than disrupt sleep, it could increase impulsive and risky behaviour, especially in women.
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Knitting, Puzzles, Not Scrolling: Study Links Mental Activity To Reduced Dementia Risk
People who keep their minds active while sitting; through crafts, games, or focused tasks, tend to have a lower risk of dementia later in life. However, this doesn't mean that sitting is 'healthy.'
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Movement And Sleep Patterns In Midlife Can Help Predict Lifespan, Finds Study
The research monitored 81 killifish from early adulthood to death using automated camera systems. These short-lived fish, with lifespans of 4-8 months, share brain complexity with humans, making them ideal for ageing studies.
-
Limiting Sedentary Time, Staying Active Can Reduce Risk Of High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy By 30%, Finds New Study
The study highlights that it is not just "formal exercise" but the balance of sitting and moving across the entire day that helps to prevent high blood pressure during pregnancy.
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The First 1,000 Days: Setting Down Syndrome Kids Up For Independence
In the case of a child with Down Syndrome, if therapy is started at a very early age, it has the potential to enhance the connections of the brain, thus improving the abilities of the child.
