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Kidney Health After 30: Why Indians Need Earlier Screening Than Ever Before
India is witnessing a worrying rise in chronic kidney disease cases, especially in young people.
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1 In 8 Teens In Kolkata Schools Obese, Study Flags Lifestyle Risks
A study of Kolkata schools has found that one in eight adolescents aged 12-16 is obese, highlighting a growing childhood obesity crisis.
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Kidney Disease Warning Signs: 7 Surprising Risk Factors Other Than Diabetes And High Blood Pressure
Chronic kidney disease is a condition wherein the kidneys are damaged and they aren't able to function as usual. Your kidneys help to filter waste, toxins and extra water from your blood.
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World Obesity Day 2026: India's Child Obesity Numbers Soar, Ranks 2nd Worldwide
India ranks second globally for children living with overweight and obesity, warns the World Obesity Atlas 2026. With 41 million affected and sharp rises projected by 2040, experts urge urgent policy action, including sugar taxes and marketing curbs.
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1 In 7 Stroke Patients In India Are Under 45: Alarming National Registry Data
A new National Stroke Registry analysis reveals nearly 14 % of stroke patients in India are under 45, a demographic once considered low risk.
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Childhood Body Weight Predicts Future Diabetes And Heart Disease Risk: New Study
A new study in Nature Communications shows that body weight at age ten and growth patterns through adolescence are strongly linked to future risks of diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease.
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The Harvard Warning: Why Being 'Young and Fit' Is No Longer A Shield Against These 6 Cancers
Globally and in India, the data are signalling towards a steep rise in cancer cases. Here is how different types of cancers are affecting young adults in India and what you can do to prevent them.
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James Van Der Beek Dies Of Colon Cancer At 48: Symptoms, Risks And Prevention Explained
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says that colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide and accounts for approximately 10% of all cancer cases.
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Fatty Liver Crisis In India: Why Are Non-Alcoholics At Risk?
Here's a list of factors that are contributing to the rise in NAFLD cases, particularly in India, which can lead to more serious liver complications if left unchecked.
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Traditional Diets May Help Tackle Rising Type-2 Diabetes Burden, Says South Asia Study
Researchers say cutting processed foods and modest weight loss could offer a low-cost solution for South Asia.
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Kidney Health After 30: Why Indians Need Earlier Screening Than Ever Before
India is witnessing a worrying rise in chronic kidney disease cases, especially in young people.
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1 In 8 Teens In Kolkata Schools Obese, Study Flags Lifestyle Risks
A study of Kolkata schools has found that one in eight adolescents aged 12-16 is obese, highlighting a growing childhood obesity crisis.
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Kidney Disease Warning Signs: 7 Surprising Risk Factors Other Than Diabetes And High Blood Pressure
Chronic kidney disease is a condition wherein the kidneys are damaged and they aren't able to function as usual. Your kidneys help to filter waste, toxins and extra water from your blood.
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World Obesity Day 2026: India's Child Obesity Numbers Soar, Ranks 2nd Worldwide
India ranks second globally for children living with overweight and obesity, warns the World Obesity Atlas 2026. With 41 million affected and sharp rises projected by 2040, experts urge urgent policy action, including sugar taxes and marketing curbs.
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1 In 7 Stroke Patients In India Are Under 45: Alarming National Registry Data
A new National Stroke Registry analysis reveals nearly 14 % of stroke patients in India are under 45, a demographic once considered low risk.
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Childhood Body Weight Predicts Future Diabetes And Heart Disease Risk: New Study
A new study in Nature Communications shows that body weight at age ten and growth patterns through adolescence are strongly linked to future risks of diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease.
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The Harvard Warning: Why Being 'Young and Fit' Is No Longer A Shield Against These 6 Cancers
Globally and in India, the data are signalling towards a steep rise in cancer cases. Here is how different types of cancers are affecting young adults in India and what you can do to prevent them.
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James Van Der Beek Dies Of Colon Cancer At 48: Symptoms, Risks And Prevention Explained
The World Health Organisation (WHO) says that colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer worldwide and accounts for approximately 10% of all cancer cases.
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Fatty Liver Crisis In India: Why Are Non-Alcoholics At Risk?
Here's a list of factors that are contributing to the rise in NAFLD cases, particularly in India, which can lead to more serious liver complications if left unchecked.
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Traditional Diets May Help Tackle Rising Type-2 Diabetes Burden, Says South Asia Study
Researchers say cutting processed foods and modest weight loss could offer a low-cost solution for South Asia.
