Health and Wellness

-March 20, 2026

AIIMS-Delhi to study link between lung cancer and air pollution

AIIMS-Delhi to study link between lung cancer and air pollution

AIIMS-Delhi launches AIRCARE study to examine how long-term exposure to PM2.5 may increase lung cancer risk, especially among non-smokers in India

-March 17, 2026

Experts push easier access to nicotine gums to boost smoking cessation in India

Experts push easier access to nicotine gums to boost smoking cessation in India

Doctors say regulated nicotine replacement therapy is far safer than cigarettes and can significantly improve quit rates

-March 12, 2026

Pre-term newborn undergoes life-saving cardiac procedure within 40 minutes of birth in Delhi

Pre-term newborn undergoes life-saving cardiac procedure within 40 minutes of birth in Delhi

Doctors at Fortis Escorts Okhla performed a minimally invasive balloon aortic valvotomy within the critical “golden hour” after the baby was born

-March 8, 2026

Support HPV vaccination to eliminate cervical cancer, says AIIMS Delhi director

Support HPV vaccination to eliminate cervical cancer, says AIIMS Delhi director

Experts say single-dose HPV vaccine offers over 90% protection against cancer-causing strains, call rollout a crucial step toward WHO’s cervical cancer elimination target

-February 25, 2026

Three miscarriages, one miracle: Woman overcomes recurrent pregnancy loss to embrace motherhood

Three miscarriages, one miracle: Woman overcomes recurrent pregnancy loss to embrace motherhood

Doctors say early diagnosis, IVF and specialised high-risk care helped ensure a safe delivery despite fetal growth restriction and preterm birth

-February 24, 2026

Erectile dysfunction rising among young men, doctors warn of impact on fertility

Erectile dysfunction rising among young men, doctors warn of impact on fertility

Experts say stress, lifestyle habits and underlying medical conditions are driving ED in men under 35, urging early diagnosis and treatment

-February 14, 2026

Diabetes: HbA1c may be misleading millions in South Asia, warn experts

Diabetes: HbA1c may be misleading millions in South Asia, warn experts

Lancet review flags anaemia and genetic blood disorders as major blind spots in diabetes diagnosis, experts weigh in

-February 14, 2026

466 cancer care centres functional across country: Union govt

466 cancer care centres functional across country: Union govt

The government, in the Union Budget 2025-26, had announced the establishment of Day Care Cancer Centres