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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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Indian Air Force's C-17 Globemaster III Delivers Critical Medical Aid For Ebola Treatment To Uganda
India has extended urgent medical assistance to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to support their Ebola response efforts in response to a request received from the African Union Commission.
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Why Women Actually Need An Hour More Sleep Than Men (And What Happens If You Skip It)
Women actually need an extra hour of sleep as they use their brains throughout the day. Dr. Viny Kantroo explains why women need more sleep than men and, if you skip it, what can happen.
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Barley Water vs Sugarcane Juice: Which Is Better At Reducing Heat-Induced Toxins?
Barley water and sugarcane juice can have a positive impact on reducing heat-induced toxins in the body. Nutritionist Ruchika Jain explains how both of them work at reducing heat stress and how to balance their intake.
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Obesity Is No Longer Just A Lifestyle Concern: India's NFHS-6 Data Shows Why Treatment Needs To Evolve
Body weight regulation involves a complex interaction between hormones, the brain, genetics, metabolism, sleep patterns, psychological health and environmental influences.
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Walking 10,000 Steps vs 20 Minutes Of Yoga: Which Is Better For Reducing Insulin Resistance?
Between walking 10,000 steps and 20 minutes of yoga, both forms of exercise can reduce insulin resistance. Dr. Gagandeep Singh explains how to include both in your daily routine for maximum health benefits.
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WHO And EU Ramp Up Ebola Response: Why The Disease Remains A Concern
WHO and EU intensify efforts to contain Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda, focusing on surveillance, treatment, and preventing cross-border spread.
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This 10-Second Oral Care Habit May Help Slow Ageing, Expert Explains
The tongue's surface contains tiny grooves and crevices where food particles, dead cells, and bacteria can accumulate. If not removed regularly, this buildup can contribute to bad breath, plaque formation, and poor oral hygiene.
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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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Falling Fertility Rate, Rising Hospital Deliveries: NFHS-6 Shows A Changing Motherhood Story
According to the latest National Family Health Survey, the country's Total Fertility Rate has declined to 1.9 children per woman from around 3.2 in the early 2000s. Institutional deliveries have risen to over 90%, representing one of the most significant shifts in maternal healthcare utilisation.
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Oral Rehydration Solutions vs Sports Drinks: Which Is Better For Severe Heatwave Dehydration?
A severe heatwave can cause dehydration that needs to be addressed through rehydration solutions. Here are the differences between oral rehydration solutions and sports drinks, and the possible aspects that you need to consider to avoid dehydration.
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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.
-
Indian Air Force's C-17 Globemaster III Delivers Critical Medical Aid For Ebola Treatment To Uganda
India has extended urgent medical assistance to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to support their Ebola response efforts in response to a request received from the African Union Commission.
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Why Women Actually Need An Hour More Sleep Than Men (And What Happens If You Skip It)
Women actually need an extra hour of sleep as they use their brains throughout the day. Dr. Viny Kantroo explains why women need more sleep than men and, if you skip it, what can happen.
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Barley Water vs Sugarcane Juice: Which Is Better At Reducing Heat-Induced Toxins?
Barley water and sugarcane juice can have a positive impact on reducing heat-induced toxins in the body. Nutritionist Ruchika Jain explains how both of them work at reducing heat stress and how to balance their intake.
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Obesity Is No Longer Just A Lifestyle Concern: India's NFHS-6 Data Shows Why Treatment Needs To Evolve
Body weight regulation involves a complex interaction between hormones, the brain, genetics, metabolism, sleep patterns, psychological health and environmental influences.
-
Walking 10,000 Steps vs 20 Minutes Of Yoga: Which Is Better For Reducing Insulin Resistance?
Between walking 10,000 steps and 20 minutes of yoga, both forms of exercise can reduce insulin resistance. Dr. Gagandeep Singh explains how to include both in your daily routine for maximum health benefits.
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WHO And EU Ramp Up Ebola Response: Why The Disease Remains A Concern
WHO and EU intensify efforts to contain Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda, focusing on surveillance, treatment, and preventing cross-border spread.
-
This 10-Second Oral Care Habit May Help Slow Ageing, Expert Explains
The tongue's surface contains tiny grooves and crevices where food particles, dead cells, and bacteria can accumulate. If not removed regularly, this buildup can contribute to bad breath, plaque formation, and poor oral hygiene.
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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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Falling Fertility Rate, Rising Hospital Deliveries: NFHS-6 Shows A Changing Motherhood Story
According to the latest National Family Health Survey, the country's Total Fertility Rate has declined to 1.9 children per woman from around 3.2 in the early 2000s. Institutional deliveries have risen to over 90%, representing one of the most significant shifts in maternal healthcare utilisation.
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Oral Rehydration Solutions vs Sports Drinks: Which Is Better For Severe Heatwave Dehydration?
A severe heatwave can cause dehydration that needs to be addressed through rehydration solutions. Here are the differences between oral rehydration solutions and sports drinks, and the possible aspects that you need to consider to avoid dehydration.
