Health

Periodic acidity is normal, chronic acidity might be a warning sign for gastrointestinal problems, including the onset of cancer in some cases. Here’s when to stop self-medicating and seek help. For most Indians, acidity is a regular problem caused by spicy foods, irregular mealtimes, or stress. An instant antacid can seem like an effortless remedy. But what if that burning …

Extreme cold weather poses unique challenges for pregnant women, as their bodies undergo physiological changes that affect immunity, circulation, and temperature regulation. Proper care during winter is essential to safeguard both maternal and fetal health. How can cold weather harm in Pregnancy? During pregnancy, the immune system is naturally altered, making women more susceptible to infections such as colds, flu, …

The first puff of a cigarette is often accompanied by curiosity, peer influence, or the illusion of relief. For many, it feels like a fleeting moment, harmless, even forgettable. Yet, from that very first inhalation, the body begins to undergo subtle but significant changes. What may seem like a casual experiment can quietly set off a chain reaction that affects …

Mumbai, May 2026: As temperatures continue to soar across several parts of India, with many regions recording temperatures above 45°C, doctors are urging parents to take extra precautions to protect infants and young children during the upcoming “Nautapa” period from May 25 to June 2 this year. Extreme heat exposure can significantly increase the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat …

BY:St. George’s University Ahead of Emergency Medicine Day on 27 May, St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, is highlighting the growing importance of emergency medicine specialists in supporting fast-moving and high-pressure healthcare environments worldwide. As healthcare systems continue to evolve across India and globally, emergency medicine is increasingly being recognized as one of the most critical …

People often sort of automatically tie the word “thyroid” to women’s health. Like from pregnancy complications to weight gain and hormonal imbalance, thyroid disorders are presented as a kind of female problem. And even though women are diagnosed more often, this situation has quietly made a risky blind spot around men and their thyroid health. Still, lots of men end …

New Delhi, 25th May 2026: On the occasion of World Thyroid Day, Mahajan Imaging & Labs hosted an expert webinar in New Delhi to discuss the growing burden of undetected thyroid disorders among young Indians. During the webinar, the diagnostics group released findings from an internal observational study conducted on 321 apparently healthy young adults, both male and female, which …

Despite rising awareness around thyroid disorders, healthcare experts believe significant gaps continue to exist in long-term patient management, particularly after diagnosis and treatment begin. Observed annually on May 25, World Thyroid Day and centred around the theme “Thyroid and Nutrition,” this year’s observance has brought renewed attention to the importance of nutrition, lifestyle management, and continuous patient engagement in thyroid …

One of the most common questions I am asked in my clinic is whether food can affect the functioning of the thyroid gland. It is a fair question, and the honest answer is yes, more than most people realise. While diet alone does not cause or cure thyroid disease, what you eat can meaningfully support or interfere with how the …

Author: Harshita Dagha Navi Mumbai: We live in a world of “Digital Dysmorphia,” where social media filters have convinced millions that pores are optional, aging is a flaw, and mathematical symmetry is mandatory. However, Dr. Lukesh Patil, a prominent plastic surgeon and founder of Seraphic Aesthetics, is delivering a much-needed wake-up call through his recent TEDx talk, “Why the soul …