Disease

Traditional Healthy Diets May Lower Risk Of Allergies, Autoimmune Disorders: Study

Sakshita Khosla | Monday September 16, 2019

A new study has indicated that fasting and going back to traditional diets may help against autoimmune diseases like lupus.

New York To Ban Flavored E-Cigarettes Amid Lung Disease Alarm, Deaths

World News | Reuters | Monday September 16, 2019

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Sunday announced a ban on all flavored e-cigarettes besides tobacco and menthol in response to a recent nationwide spate of sometimes deadly lung illnesses that U.S. health officials have linked to vaping.

Scores Of Tigers Rescued From Infamous Thai Temple Have Died: Report

World News | Reuters | Sunday September 15, 2019

More than half of the tigers that Thai authorities confiscated in 2016 from an infamous Tiger Temple tourist attraction have died from a viral disease because their immune systems were weakened by inbreeding, media reported.

"Don't Vape," Donald Trump, Wife Melania Tell Teen Son Barron: Report

World News | ANI | Friday September 13, 2019

Donald Trump announced his administration was considering a ban on flavored vaping products, amid a growing outbreak of severe lung disease in the US that has claimed at least six lives.

Trump Plans To Ban Flavoured E-Cigarettes Amid Lung Disease Alarm

World News | Laurie McGinley, The Washington Post | Thursday September 12, 2019

Trump administration officials, alarmed by new data showing a huge jump in vaping by young people, said they are moving to ban most flavored e-cigarettes, a major development that could result in sweeping changes in the sprawling market.

Know The Terrible Side Effects Of High Blood Pressure And Lifestyle Changes To Control It

Health | Varsha Vats | Wednesday September 11, 2019

Hypertension side effects: High blood pressure is a serious condition which should not be ignored. Lifestyle coach Luke Coutinho explains the complications of high blood pressure and effective ways to treat it. Read here to know his expert advice on controlling high blood pressure.

"Word 'Cow' Shocks Many, It's Unfortunate," Says PM

India News | Reported by Kamal Khan, Edited by Deepshikha Ghosh | Thursday September 12, 2019

"Some people" get a shock at hearing words like "cow" and "Om" and it is unfortunate, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Wednesday as he launched a disease prevention programme for livestock at Mathura in Uttar Pradesh.

PM Modi Launches Programme To Vaccinate 500 Million Livestock

India News | Indo-Asian News Service | Wednesday September 11, 2019

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the ambitious National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) this morning in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura among a slew of government schemes for farmers.

Heart Health: Alarming Signs And Symptoms Of Clogged Arteries; Know Prevention Steps

Health | Varsha Vats | Tuesday September 10, 2019

Clogged arteries can trigger the risk of heart diseases and other multiple chronic conditions. The development of plaque in arteries leads to this improper flow of blood. Here are the symptoms of clogged arteries which you must know. Also know prevention steps.

NASA Pioneers Malaria-Predicting Tech in Myanmar

Agence France-Presse | Tuesday September 10, 2019

NASA is developing a new technique to forecast malaria outbreaks in Myanmar from space, as the emergence of new drug-resistant strains in Southeast Asia threatens efforts to wipe out the deadly disease globally.

Sedentary Lifestyle: Do Nothing And Burn Calories With This Simple Hack; 5 Tips To Combat Sedentary Lifestyle Effects

Health | Tuesday September 10, 2019

Sedentary lifestyle can harm you in more ways than you can imagine. It can increase risk of obesity, heart disease, diabetes and even cancer. Here's a simple hack that can help you move more and sit less, and beat ill effects of sedentary lifestyle.

Low-Fat Milk And Milk Products May Help In Preventing Chronic Diseases, Says Study

Neha Grover | Monday September 9, 2019

Milk and dairy products are a powerhouse of numerous vital nutrients. Milk not only fulfils the need of calcium but also provides other nutrients to the body.

Today's Google Doodle Honours Pakistan's Mother Teresa, Dr Ruth Pfau

World News | Edited by Anuj Pant | Monday September 9, 2019

Google Doodle, Dr Ruth Pfau: Today, Google is honouring German doctor Ruth Pfau with a Doodle, commemorating her dedication to eradicate leprosy in Pakistan.

Hypertension: Can Yoga Reduce Blood Pressure? Know 5 Best Yoga Poses For High Blood Pressure

Health | Varsha Vats | Monday September 9, 2019

High blood pressure treatment: Yoga can help in treating high blood pressure naturally Here are some of the best yoga poses you can try to control hypertension.

Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee Admitted To Kolkata Hospital, Condition "Serious"

India News | Reported by Monideepa Banerjie, Edited by Jimmy Jacob | Friday September 6, 2019

Veteran Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPM) leader Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee was admitted to a private hospital in Kolkata after he complained of breathlessness on Friday. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also visited the facility to enquire about his health.