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Obesity In Delhi Private Schools 5 Times Higher Than Public Schools: AIIMS Study
The prevalence of obesity among school-going adolescent children in Delhi is over five times higher in private schools than public schools, a new study by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) states.
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Local Weather Conditions Can Impact Prevalence Of Tuberculosis: Study
Researchers who mapped tuberculosis cases in African countries found that local weather conditions and access to cities can influence prevalence of the bacterial disease.
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Indian Students Face Roadblock As Canada Slashes Permits By 31%
The Canadian government has implemented policy changes in response to record immigration, which was partly blamed for housing unaffordability and pressure on health and transport infrastructure.
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Nearly 60% Of Indian Districts Face High Heatwave Risk, Shows Study
Nearly 60% of Indian districts, home to three-quarters of the population, face a "high to very high" risk from extreme heat, with rising night-time temperatures and humidity compounding the health impact, a study has found.
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Prolonged Use Of Steroid-Based Eye Drops Linked To Risk Of Glaucoma: Study
AIIMS Delhi has recorded cases of children as young as 10 and hailing from arid regions suffering from glaucoma, with doctors attributing this to prolonged use of steroid-based eye drops for treatment of ocular allergies without supervision.
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Maternal Diabetes Increases Risk Of Autism In Children: Study
Having diabetes during pregnancy could be associated to an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in the child such as autism, according to a study published in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology journal.
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450 Million Adults In India May Be Overweight Or Obese By 2050: Lancet Data Reveals
India is one of the nations that are expected to have the largest number of overweight and obese adults by 2050 with 450 million people.
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Some Workers Trapped In Uttarakhand Tunnel Had Time Disorientation: Study
A study that examined the mental health of the workers who got trapped in Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel that collapsed in 2023 revealed that about a third of them suffered from time disorientation, thereby resulting in sleep issues.
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Over 30% Decline In Suicide Death Rates In India From 1990 To 2021: Report
India has seen a more than 30 per cent reduction in the suicide death rate in India from 1990 to 2021, according to a study published in The Lancet Public Health on Thursday, marking a significant progress in health strategies.
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Lung Connect India Foundation Advocates For Lung Cancer Awareness And Treatment Options
By raising awareness, championing patient rights, and empowering advocates, LCIF is pioneering a transformative approach to lung cancer support in India and Southeast Asia.
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Over 60-Hour Work Week Could Have Adverse Health Effects: Economic Survey
Amid a debate over 70-90-hour work week, the pre-Budget Economic Survey on Friday cited studies to state that spending over 60 hours a week on work could have adverse health effects.
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9 Common Health Benefits Of Dark Chocolate You Should Try
Studies by organisations like Harvard Health and the American Heart Association have shown that moderate consumption of dark chocolate can promote heart health, brain function, and overall well-being.
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Women At 31% Higher Risk Of Developing Long Covid Than Men: Study
Women might be at a 31 per cent higher risk of developing long Covid compared to men, with those aged 40-55 years likely to be at most risk, a study has found.
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NDTV Special: Guilt Of Asking For Leave - Indians On 90-Hour Workweek And Toxic Bosses
The recent remarks by SN Subrahmanyan, Chairman of L&T, have triggered debates about workplace culture and the cost of overworking.
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Obesity May Affect Survival Rates In Children With Cancer: Study
Obesity at the time of cancer diagnosis in children may affect the survival rates, according to a study on Monday.
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Obesity In Delhi Private Schools 5 Times Higher Than Public Schools: AIIMS Study
The prevalence of obesity among school-going adolescent children in Delhi is over five times higher in private schools than public schools, a new study by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) states.
-
Local Weather Conditions Can Impact Prevalence Of Tuberculosis: Study
Researchers who mapped tuberculosis cases in African countries found that local weather conditions and access to cities can influence prevalence of the bacterial disease.
-
Indian Students Face Roadblock As Canada Slashes Permits By 31%
The Canadian government has implemented policy changes in response to record immigration, which was partly blamed for housing unaffordability and pressure on health and transport infrastructure.
-
Nearly 60% Of Indian Districts Face High Heatwave Risk, Shows Study
Nearly 60% of Indian districts, home to three-quarters of the population, face a "high to very high" risk from extreme heat, with rising night-time temperatures and humidity compounding the health impact, a study has found.
-
Prolonged Use Of Steroid-Based Eye Drops Linked To Risk Of Glaucoma: Study
AIIMS Delhi has recorded cases of children as young as 10 and hailing from arid regions suffering from glaucoma, with doctors attributing this to prolonged use of steroid-based eye drops for treatment of ocular allergies without supervision.
-
Maternal Diabetes Increases Risk Of Autism In Children: Study
Having diabetes during pregnancy could be associated to an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in the child such as autism, according to a study published in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology journal.
-
450 Million Adults In India May Be Overweight Or Obese By 2050: Lancet Data Reveals
India is one of the nations that are expected to have the largest number of overweight and obese adults by 2050 with 450 million people.
-
Some Workers Trapped In Uttarakhand Tunnel Had Time Disorientation: Study
A study that examined the mental health of the workers who got trapped in Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel that collapsed in 2023 revealed that about a third of them suffered from time disorientation, thereby resulting in sleep issues.
-
Over 30% Decline In Suicide Death Rates In India From 1990 To 2021: Report
India has seen a more than 30 per cent reduction in the suicide death rate in India from 1990 to 2021, according to a study published in The Lancet Public Health on Thursday, marking a significant progress in health strategies.
-
Lung Connect India Foundation Advocates For Lung Cancer Awareness And Treatment Options
By raising awareness, championing patient rights, and empowering advocates, LCIF is pioneering a transformative approach to lung cancer support in India and Southeast Asia.
-
Over 60-Hour Work Week Could Have Adverse Health Effects: Economic Survey
Amid a debate over 70-90-hour work week, the pre-Budget Economic Survey on Friday cited studies to state that spending over 60 hours a week on work could have adverse health effects.
-
9 Common Health Benefits Of Dark Chocolate You Should Try
Studies by organisations like Harvard Health and the American Heart Association have shown that moderate consumption of dark chocolate can promote heart health, brain function, and overall well-being.
-
Women At 31% Higher Risk Of Developing Long Covid Than Men: Study
Women might be at a 31 per cent higher risk of developing long Covid compared to men, with those aged 40-55 years likely to be at most risk, a study has found.
-
NDTV Special: Guilt Of Asking For Leave - Indians On 90-Hour Workweek And Toxic Bosses
The recent remarks by SN Subrahmanyan, Chairman of L&T, have triggered debates about workplace culture and the cost of overworking.
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Obesity May Affect Survival Rates In Children With Cancer: Study
Obesity at the time of cancer diagnosis in children may affect the survival rates, according to a study on Monday.
