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Staying Up Late May Increase Your Heart Attack And Stroke Risk; Here's How
A new study has found that 'night owls' or people who go to bed late may have an increased risk of cardiovascular events. The study was published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
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Russia-Ukraine War Has Caused Nearly 2 Million Military Casualties: Report
Russia's grinding invasion of Ukraine has caused nearly two million military casualties -- killed, wounded or missing -- between the two countries, according to a study published Tuesday by a US think tank.
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Even Five Minutes Of Extra Walking Can Boost Health; 5 Practical Tips To Move More
A recent 2026 Lancet study revealed that walking an extra 5 minutes daily can reduce the risk of early death by 10% for most adults and by 6% for those who are least active.
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Smokers Who Started Before 20 Have Higher Stroke Risk, Major Study Finds
A large nationwide study reveals that people who begin smoking before age 20 face significantly higher risks of stroke, heart attack and early death, even when smoking exposure is similar.
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Firewood Burning At Home Linked To Poor Air Quality And Premature Deaths, Finds Study
Burning firewood at home can be a major contributor to air pollution and premature deaths in winters, according to a study.
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Your Teeth Could Reveal How Long You'll Live, Study Suggests
The researchers also note that poor dental health may reflect wider issues such as limited access to healthcare or lower socioeconomic status, which can also impact life expectancy.
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Late Morning Cardiac Surgery Linked To Increased Risk Of Cardiovascular Deaths, Finds Study
Heart surgery that begins late in the morning may raise the risk of cardiovascular deaths when compared to other times of the day, according to a study.
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Lung Cancer Cases, Related Deaths May Rise Sharply By 2030: New ICMR Study
The new Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) study shows that lung cancer incidence will be the highest in the North-East, wherein the rates among women are close to those of men.
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Study Estimates 49 Lakh Cases Of Typhoid Fever In India In 2023
A study has estimated 49 lakh cases of typhoid fever and 7,850 deaths in India in 2023, with Delhi, Maharashtra and Karnataka together accounting for nearly 30 per cent of the national burden.
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Statins May Reduce Heart Disease Risks, Deaths In Diabetes Patients: New Study
Statins were found to lower the chances of dying from any cause and reduced the risk of major cardiac events for all patients, even those considered at low risk.
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Canada's Healthcare In Focus After Indian Man Dies Post 8-Hour Hospital Wait
The death of a 44-year-old Indian origin man in Canada -- who allegedly passed away without receiving emergency care despite an eight-hour wait at an Edmonton hospital -- has put focus on the Canadian healthcare system
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Accused Of Molestation, Foreign Student Falls From 4th Floor In Chhattisgarh
A Liberian national studying MBA in Chhattisgarh died under suspicious circumstances after allegedly falling off a residential building in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar.
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Lowering Blood Sugar Significantly Reduces Heart Disease Risk In Prediabetes Patients; Finds Lancet Study
The study says that bringing blood glucose levels back to normal can effectively reverse prediabetes, cutting the risk of death from heart disease or hospital admission for heart failure.
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As Delhi Chokes, MPs Scrap Air Crisis Debate Over Bad 'Atmosphere': Sources
India's lawmakers were supposed to discuss the horrid blanket of toxic air smothering the national capital region sometime during Parliament's winter session, which wrapped up Friday. But they could not find the time.
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Covid Vaccines Safe, No Link To Young Adult Deaths: AIIMS Study
A year-long autopsy-based study conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi on Sunday found no scientific evidence linking COVID-19 vaccination to sudden deaths among young adults -- reaffirming that the vaccines are safe and effective.
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Staying Up Late May Increase Your Heart Attack And Stroke Risk; Here's How
A new study has found that 'night owls' or people who go to bed late may have an increased risk of cardiovascular events. The study was published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
-
Russia-Ukraine War Has Caused Nearly 2 Million Military Casualties: Report
Russia's grinding invasion of Ukraine has caused nearly two million military casualties -- killed, wounded or missing -- between the two countries, according to a study published Tuesday by a US think tank.
-
Even Five Minutes Of Extra Walking Can Boost Health; 5 Practical Tips To Move More
A recent 2026 Lancet study revealed that walking an extra 5 minutes daily can reduce the risk of early death by 10% for most adults and by 6% for those who are least active.
-
Smokers Who Started Before 20 Have Higher Stroke Risk, Major Study Finds
A large nationwide study reveals that people who begin smoking before age 20 face significantly higher risks of stroke, heart attack and early death, even when smoking exposure is similar.
-
Firewood Burning At Home Linked To Poor Air Quality And Premature Deaths, Finds Study
Burning firewood at home can be a major contributor to air pollution and premature deaths in winters, according to a study.
-
Your Teeth Could Reveal How Long You'll Live, Study Suggests
The researchers also note that poor dental health may reflect wider issues such as limited access to healthcare or lower socioeconomic status, which can also impact life expectancy.
-
Late Morning Cardiac Surgery Linked To Increased Risk Of Cardiovascular Deaths, Finds Study
Heart surgery that begins late in the morning may raise the risk of cardiovascular deaths when compared to other times of the day, according to a study.
-
Lung Cancer Cases, Related Deaths May Rise Sharply By 2030: New ICMR Study
The new Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) study shows that lung cancer incidence will be the highest in the North-East, wherein the rates among women are close to those of men.
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Study Estimates 49 Lakh Cases Of Typhoid Fever In India In 2023
A study has estimated 49 lakh cases of typhoid fever and 7,850 deaths in India in 2023, with Delhi, Maharashtra and Karnataka together accounting for nearly 30 per cent of the national burden.
-
Statins May Reduce Heart Disease Risks, Deaths In Diabetes Patients: New Study
Statins were found to lower the chances of dying from any cause and reduced the risk of major cardiac events for all patients, even those considered at low risk.
-
Canada's Healthcare In Focus After Indian Man Dies Post 8-Hour Hospital Wait
The death of a 44-year-old Indian origin man in Canada -- who allegedly passed away without receiving emergency care despite an eight-hour wait at an Edmonton hospital -- has put focus on the Canadian healthcare system
-
Accused Of Molestation, Foreign Student Falls From 4th Floor In Chhattisgarh
A Liberian national studying MBA in Chhattisgarh died under suspicious circumstances after allegedly falling off a residential building in Nava Raipur Atal Nagar.
-
Lowering Blood Sugar Significantly Reduces Heart Disease Risk In Prediabetes Patients; Finds Lancet Study
The study says that bringing blood glucose levels back to normal can effectively reverse prediabetes, cutting the risk of death from heart disease or hospital admission for heart failure.
-
As Delhi Chokes, MPs Scrap Air Crisis Debate Over Bad 'Atmosphere': Sources
India's lawmakers were supposed to discuss the horrid blanket of toxic air smothering the national capital region sometime during Parliament's winter session, which wrapped up Friday. But they could not find the time.
-
Covid Vaccines Safe, No Link To Young Adult Deaths: AIIMS Study
A year-long autopsy-based study conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi on Sunday found no scientific evidence linking COVID-19 vaccination to sudden deaths among young adults -- reaffirming that the vaccines are safe and effective.
