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Is Your Back Pain A Sign Of Weakening Bones?
- Tuesday October 20, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Prof Raju Vaishya
Persistent back pain may signal spinal fractures caused by osteoporosis, especially in older adults or those with risk factors.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease Looks Very Different To Late-Onset Version: Study
- Monday October 12, 2026
- Health | Press Trust Of India
Early-onset Alzheimers patients show distinct symptoms and health issues compared to late-onset cases, especially five years before diagnosis.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Can Dehydration Cause A Blood Clot? Separating Facts From Myths
- Tuesday October 13, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Mahadeva Swamy B C
Significant fluid loss can change how blood moves through the body and may increase clotting risk in certain situations.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Can Infections Cause Cancer? Lancet Study Links 1 In 8 Cancer Cases To Viruses
- Wednesday September 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Some infections can cause long-term inflammation or damage to cells and tissues. Over many years, persistent infection can contribute to changes in cells that may eventually become cancerous.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Heart Attack Or Heartburn? When Chest Discomfort Needs Immediate Attention
- Sunday September 27, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Chirag D
Chest pain after a heavy meal may indicate a heart attack, not just acidity, especially in individuals with heart risk factors.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Can Diabetes, High BP And Cholesterol Increase Alzheimer's Risk? Understanding The Brain-Heart Connection
- Monday September 21, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Pramod Krishnan
Diabetes, high blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol levels, three extremely common conditions, are increasingly recognised as potentially modifiable risk factors for dementia in general, and especially Alzheimer's disease, which is the most common form of dementia worldwide.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Can An Eye Scan Detect Heart Disease? Cardiologist Explains What Your Retina Can Reveal
- Thursday September 17, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
The growing interest in retinal imaging comes from the possibility of using the eye as a non-invasive window into vascular health
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Bloating That Won't Go Away? The Ovarian Cancer Symptoms Women Often Overlook
- Sunday September 6, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Pratima Raj
The Every Woman Study 2018 found that about 69% of women were not aware of ovarian cancer, its risk factors, and its key symptoms. The other reasons for delayed diagnosis are lack of awareness among health professionals and also the duration of time taken for health systems to complete tests.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Is Alzheimer's Becoming A Women's Health Concern? Doctor Explains
- Wednesday August 19, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Women make up a disproportionate share of people living with dementia. Longer life expectancy is one reason, but genetics, menopause, vascular health and unequal access to education and healthcare may also shape women's Alzheimer's risk
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www.ndtv.com/health
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The Hidden Environmental Toxicants Causing Lung Cancer In Young Non-Smokers
- Tuesday July 21, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
Dr Bhuvan Chugh explains how hidden environmental toxicants cause lung cancer in young non-smokers. Here is how fine air pollution triggers hidden mutations.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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How To Keep Your Heart Healthy In Your 20s, 30s, 40s And Beyond
- Saturday July 18, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
There are various ways to keep your heart healthy through the years. Here is how you can do so and make sure your heart remains healthy throughout your lifespan.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Up To 45% Of Dementia Risk Can Be Prevented, Delayed: WHO
- Wednesday July 15, 2026
- Health | Written by Agence-France Presse
Up to 45 percent of dementia risk could be prevented or delayed, the World Health Organization said Wednesday, citing modifiable risk factors such...
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Penelope Cruz Opens Up About Brain Aneurysm Scare: Warning Signs You Should Know
- Thursday July 9, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
Penelope Cruz revealed she faced serious health scares including a brain aneurysm, highlighting the importance of health awareness and care.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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Dementia Campaigns Need Personalised Approach: Study
- Thursday July 2, 2026
- Health | Press Trust India
The findings highlight the potential value of combining risk communication with tailored educational content to optimise engagement and behavioural impact, the researchers said.
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www.ndtv.com/health
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NDTV Lifeline x Men's Health: Cardiologist Says Poor Lifestyle Is Driving Early Heart Attacks In Men
- Sunday June 28, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
One of the most dangerous misconceptions is the belief that young adults are naturally protected against heart disease.
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www.ndtv.com/health
-
Is Your Back Pain A Sign Of Weakening Bones?
- Tuesday October 20, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Prof Raju Vaishya
Persistent back pain may signal spinal fractures caused by osteoporosis, especially in older adults or those with risk factors.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease Looks Very Different To Late-Onset Version: Study
- Monday October 12, 2026
- Health | Press Trust Of India
Early-onset Alzheimers patients show distinct symptoms and health issues compared to late-onset cases, especially five years before diagnosis.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Can Dehydration Cause A Blood Clot? Separating Facts From Myths
- Tuesday October 13, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Mahadeva Swamy B C
Significant fluid loss can change how blood moves through the body and may increase clotting risk in certain situations.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Can Infections Cause Cancer? Lancet Study Links 1 In 8 Cancer Cases To Viruses
- Wednesday September 30, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
Some infections can cause long-term inflammation or damage to cells and tissues. Over many years, persistent infection can contribute to changes in cells that may eventually become cancerous.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Heart Attack Or Heartburn? When Chest Discomfort Needs Immediate Attention
- Sunday September 27, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Chirag D
Chest pain after a heavy meal may indicate a heart attack, not just acidity, especially in individuals with heart risk factors.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Can Diabetes, High BP And Cholesterol Increase Alzheimer's Risk? Understanding The Brain-Heart Connection
- Monday September 21, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Pramod Krishnan
Diabetes, high blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol levels, three extremely common conditions, are increasingly recognised as potentially modifiable risk factors for dementia in general, and especially Alzheimer's disease, which is the most common form of dementia worldwide.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Can An Eye Scan Detect Heart Disease? Cardiologist Explains What Your Retina Can Reveal
- Thursday September 17, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
The growing interest in retinal imaging comes from the possibility of using the eye as a non-invasive window into vascular health
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Bloating That Won't Go Away? The Ovarian Cancer Symptoms Women Often Overlook
- Sunday September 6, 2026
- Health | Written by Dr Pratima Raj
The Every Woman Study 2018 found that about 69% of women were not aware of ovarian cancer, its risk factors, and its key symptoms. The other reasons for delayed diagnosis are lack of awareness among health professionals and also the duration of time taken for health systems to complete tests.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Is Alzheimer's Becoming A Women's Health Concern? Doctor Explains
- Wednesday August 19, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
Women make up a disproportionate share of people living with dementia. Longer life expectancy is one reason, but genetics, menopause, vascular health and unequal access to education and healthcare may also shape women's Alzheimer's risk
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
The Hidden Environmental Toxicants Causing Lung Cancer In Young Non-Smokers
- Tuesday July 21, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
Dr Bhuvan Chugh explains how hidden environmental toxicants cause lung cancer in young non-smokers. Here is how fine air pollution triggers hidden mutations.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
How To Keep Your Heart Healthy In Your 20s, 30s, 40s And Beyond
- Saturday July 18, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
There are various ways to keep your heart healthy through the years. Here is how you can do so and make sure your heart remains healthy throughout your lifespan.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Up To 45% Of Dementia Risk Can Be Prevented, Delayed: WHO
- Wednesday July 15, 2026
- Health | Written by Agence-France Presse
Up to 45 percent of dementia risk could be prevented or delayed, the World Health Organization said Wednesday, citing modifiable risk factors such...
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Penelope Cruz Opens Up About Brain Aneurysm Scare: Warning Signs You Should Know
- Thursday July 9, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
Penelope Cruz revealed she faced serious health scares including a brain aneurysm, highlighting the importance of health awareness and care.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
Dementia Campaigns Need Personalised Approach: Study
- Thursday July 2, 2026
- Health | Press Trust India
The findings highlight the potential value of combining risk communication with tailored educational content to optimise engagement and behavioural impact, the researchers said.
-
www.ndtv.com/health
-
NDTV Lifeline x Men's Health: Cardiologist Says Poor Lifestyle Is Driving Early Heart Attacks In Men
- Sunday June 28, 2026
- Health | Written by Sambhav Kumar
One of the most dangerous misconceptions is the belief that young adults are naturally protected against heart disease.
-
www.ndtv.com/health