Health

Eight New Zika Cases Detected in Rajasthan

India News | Press Trust of India | Saturday October 20, 2018

Eight new cases of Zika virus were detected in Jaipur today, taking the total number of infected people to 117, a Rajasthan health department spokesperson said.

Cycling, Walking In Nature May Improve Your Mental Health; Diet Tips To Keep In Mind

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Saturday October 20, 2018

According to the study published in the journal Environmental International, People who commute -- walking or cycling- through natural environments are more likely to develop better mental health than those who commute less

Diego Maradona Needs Knee Surgery, Says Doctor

Indo-Asian News Service | Saturday October 20, 2018

Argentine football legend Diego Maradona suffers from severe osteoarthritis.

Zika Cases Rise To 109 In Rajasthan, Nine Reported In Jaipur

India News | Press Trust of India | Friday October 19, 2018

The number of people infected with Zika virus rose to 109 in Rajasthan said today. According to a spokesperson of the state medical and health department, the nine new cases confirmed were from Jaipur.

Hypercholesterolemia: All You Need To Know About It And 5 Foods To Manage The Condition

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday October 19, 2018

Hypercholesterolemia is a condition characterised by the presence of very high levels of cholesterol in the blood. The condition is serious and needs to be monitored through expert medical advice, as it can lead to potentially fatal health complications.

Dry Fasting For Weight Loss: Everything You Need To Know About This Extreme Detox Diet

NDTV Food | Friday October 19, 2018

Dry Fasting is a weight loss diet, which is also said to have a number of other health benefits, including detoxification, reudction in inflammation, boost in metabolism, etc. But if not followed in the right way, it can be dangerous.

Top 5 Small But Effective Tips That Can Help Recover Dengue Fever Fast

Health | DoctorNDTV | Friday October 19, 2018

Some of the common symptoms of viral dengue fever include high fever, headache, body aches, weakness, joint pain, loss of appetite, cold and cough, nausea, vomiting and skin rashes and nose bleeding.

Marijuana Smokers Beware! You Are At High Risk Of This Disease

Health | ANI | Friday October 19, 2018

Growing trends of stroke among marijuana users warrant further prospective studies to evaluate the marijuana-stroke association amidst legalisation of recreational use: researchers.

E-Cigarettes May Have A Negative Impact On Wound Healing

Health | ANI | Friday October 19, 2018

The adverse effects of traditional cigarette smoking on wound healing has been well established in the surgical field. Surgeons recommend that patients quit smoking for several months prior to surgery, whenever possible.

World Osteoporosis Day 2018 Calls Out For Global Action For Preventing Fractures And Improving Bone Health

Health | DoctorNDTV | Friday October 19, 2018

World Osteoporosis Day 2018 is marked on October 20. The day is meant to raise awareness about osteoporosis, a condition which causes the bones to become weak and brittle.

Apart From Fresh Fruits And Vegetables You Should Buy These Healthy Foods In Bulk

Health | DoctorNDTV | Friday October 19, 2018

The next time you make your shopping list before going to a grocery store, consider buying some of these healthy food items in bulk. Certain spices, whole grains and other non-perishables goods are great to stock up on while buying in bulk.

Days After Being Given Key Role, AAP's Rajpal Solanki Resigns

Delhi News | Press Trust of India | Thursday October 18, 2018

Rajpal Solanki, West Delhi in-charge of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday resigned from the post citing health reasons, just four days after assuming charge, the party said.

106, Including Pregnant Women Infected By Zika Virus In Rajasthan

India News | Press Trust of India | Thursday October 18, 2018

About 106 cases of Zika virus have been reported in Rajasthan till now, a Union Health Ministry official. Out of the total number of people infected with the virus, 25 are pregnant women. Six new cases confirmed on Thursday were from Jaipur and two neighbouring districts, he added.

Punjab Civil Surgeons Asked To Check Illegal Drug De-addiction Centres

Chandigarh News | Press Trust of India | Thursday October 18, 2018

Punjab Health Minister Brahm Mohindra said today the state government will hold civil surgeons personally accountable if they fail to crack down on illegal drug de-addiction centres being run in their respective districts.

Want To Lose Fat Fast? Eat Dinner At 2 PM, Says This Weight Loss Fad Diet

NDTV Food | Thursday October 18, 2018

Early Times Restricted Feeding or eTRF is a weight loss diet that promises to control hunger pangs and boost weight loss.