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Do Viral Infection Outbreaks Increase During Summer Season In India? Doctor Explains
Summer in India is not just about heatwaves and dehydration. Doctors warn that viral infections including flu, conjunctivitis, dengue and stomach infections often rise during the season due to humidity, travel, crowding and contaminated food and wate
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Deaf For 30 Years, Opera Singer Regains Hearing After 'Life-Changing' Surgery
Janine Roebuck, a UK opera singer, regained her hearing after double cochlear implant surgery, transforming her life at age seventy two.
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From Hantavirus To COVID-19, Why Cruise Ships Are Hotbeds For Disease Outbreaks
Crowded, enclosed spaces like cabins, lifts, and theaters allow infections to move rapidly through the ship.
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From Rodents To Humans: How Hantavirus Usually Travels In Closed Spaces
Hantavirus is a group of viruses that can travel in enclosed spaces. Here is what you need to know about hantavirus and how it can infect humans.
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Chandigarh To Jamshedpur, 6 Well-Planned Cities In India You Must Visit
India is home to master-planned urban spaces that reflect order and sustainability. Take a look at six cities that stand out for their smart planning and growth.
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6 Home Workouts That Help Burn The Most Calories
These workouts are easily accessible and people of any fitness level can perform them. You can also modify the intensity depending on your fitness level. Here are some home workouts that help to burn the most calories.
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Satellites And Space Mirrors Threaten Sleep And Ecosystems, Scientists Warn
International scientists urge US FCC to review Reflect Orbital and SpaceX proposals brightening night skies, threatening health, wildlife, food security.
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Physical, Social Factors May Together Account For Up To 9 Times Higher Risk Of Faster Brain Ageing: Study
Researchers from the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) at Ireland's Trinity College Dublin said the structural changes in the brain are consistent with mechanisms such as neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and vascular dysfunction.
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Muscle Loss And Reduced Strength Are Emerging As Major Health Concerns; Fortis Doctor Explains Why
Sarcopenia, or muscle loss, is emerging as a major but overlooked health risk. Experts warn it worsens osteoporosis, increases fall risk, and delays recovery after surgery, making early strength training and nutrition essential.
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Eight Sleep Bets Big on AI-Powered Predictive Sleep, Backed by $50 Million Funding
Eight Sleep, the New York-based sleep technology company, is planning to expand into the artificial intelligence (AI)-powered predictive sleep health space. The move comes after the startup raised $50 million (roughly Rs. 469.7 crore) in a funding round earlier this month. The company has announced that it is now exploring the sleep health space th...
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Microsoft Makes a Move Towards AI-Powered Healthcare With Copilot Health
Microsoft introduced Copilot Health, a new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered medical insights feature, on Thursday. It is a separate, dedicated space within Copilot where users can add their health data from various sources, and then let the AI chatbot analyse the data to provide personalised information. Users will also be able to ask questions...
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AIIMS Delhi Partners With ISRO For Space Medicine Research
Under the partnership, the two institutions will collaborate on both ground-based and space-based research in space medicine.
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The Invisible Killer: How 'Heat Pockets' In Your Locality Are Straining Your Heart
The prevalence of heat pockets in your locality is putting stress on your heart. Here are the possible reasons behind why urban cities aren't cooling down at night and why cities need a heart-first plan to avoid a public health crisis.
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Just 5 Weeks Of Brain Training May Cut Dementia Risk By 20 Years, Claims New Study
A discovery that could improve brain health and lower the risk of dementia. Here is what the study says about brain training and how it could make your brain healthier if applied in the right manner.
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Rishabh Pant Begins Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy For Faster Recovery Ahead Of IPL 2026: Does This Treatment For Injuries Work?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is a medical treatment in which you breathe pure oxygen in an enclosed space with higher-than-normal air pressure.
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Do Viral Infection Outbreaks Increase During Summer Season In India? Doctor Explains
Summer in India is not just about heatwaves and dehydration. Doctors warn that viral infections including flu, conjunctivitis, dengue and stomach infections often rise during the season due to humidity, travel, crowding and contaminated food and wate
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Deaf For 30 Years, Opera Singer Regains Hearing After 'Life-Changing' Surgery
Janine Roebuck, a UK opera singer, regained her hearing after double cochlear implant surgery, transforming her life at age seventy two.
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From Hantavirus To COVID-19, Why Cruise Ships Are Hotbeds For Disease Outbreaks
Crowded, enclosed spaces like cabins, lifts, and theaters allow infections to move rapidly through the ship.
-
From Rodents To Humans: How Hantavirus Usually Travels In Closed Spaces
Hantavirus is a group of viruses that can travel in enclosed spaces. Here is what you need to know about hantavirus and how it can infect humans.
-
Chandigarh To Jamshedpur, 6 Well-Planned Cities In India You Must Visit
India is home to master-planned urban spaces that reflect order and sustainability. Take a look at six cities that stand out for their smart planning and growth.
-
6 Home Workouts That Help Burn The Most Calories
These workouts are easily accessible and people of any fitness level can perform them. You can also modify the intensity depending on your fitness level. Here are some home workouts that help to burn the most calories.
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Satellites And Space Mirrors Threaten Sleep And Ecosystems, Scientists Warn
International scientists urge US FCC to review Reflect Orbital and SpaceX proposals brightening night skies, threatening health, wildlife, food security.
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Physical, Social Factors May Together Account For Up To 9 Times Higher Risk Of Faster Brain Ageing: Study
Researchers from the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) at Ireland's Trinity College Dublin said the structural changes in the brain are consistent with mechanisms such as neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and vascular dysfunction.
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Muscle Loss And Reduced Strength Are Emerging As Major Health Concerns; Fortis Doctor Explains Why
Sarcopenia, or muscle loss, is emerging as a major but overlooked health risk. Experts warn it worsens osteoporosis, increases fall risk, and delays recovery after surgery, making early strength training and nutrition essential.
-
Eight Sleep Bets Big on AI-Powered Predictive Sleep, Backed by $50 Million Funding
Eight Sleep, the New York-based sleep technology company, is planning to expand into the artificial intelligence (AI)-powered predictive sleep health space. The move comes after the startup raised $50 million (roughly Rs. 469.7 crore) in a funding round earlier this month. The company has announced that it is now exploring the sleep health space th...
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Microsoft Makes a Move Towards AI-Powered Healthcare With Copilot Health
Microsoft introduced Copilot Health, a new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered medical insights feature, on Thursday. It is a separate, dedicated space within Copilot where users can add their health data from various sources, and then let the AI chatbot analyse the data to provide personalised information. Users will also be able to ask questions...
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AIIMS Delhi Partners With ISRO For Space Medicine Research
Under the partnership, the two institutions will collaborate on both ground-based and space-based research in space medicine.
-
The Invisible Killer: How 'Heat Pockets' In Your Locality Are Straining Your Heart
The prevalence of heat pockets in your locality is putting stress on your heart. Here are the possible reasons behind why urban cities aren't cooling down at night and why cities need a heart-first plan to avoid a public health crisis.
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Just 5 Weeks Of Brain Training May Cut Dementia Risk By 20 Years, Claims New Study
A discovery that could improve brain health and lower the risk of dementia. Here is what the study says about brain training and how it could make your brain healthier if applied in the right manner.
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Rishabh Pant Begins Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy For Faster Recovery Ahead Of IPL 2026: Does This Treatment For Injuries Work?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is a medical treatment in which you breathe pure oxygen in an enclosed space with higher-than-normal air pressure.
