World Hypertension Day | Lifestyle choices key to preventing high BP: experts

While genetics can play a role, experts stress that lifestyle choices—particularly alcohol consumption, diet, exercise, stress management, and sleep—are key determinants in managing blood pressure

Smoking and high BP are closely linked; let’s find out why

On World Hypertension Day, doctors explain the underlying links between smoking and hypertension

International Nurses Day: Celebrating unsung heroes

Behind every recovery is a steady, skilled, and often overlooked nurse. As India marks International Nurses Day on May 12, voices from the frontline call for greater recognition and respect

World Asthma Day: India’s asthma crisis deepens despite treatability

With nearly half the world’s asthma-related deaths, India faces a dire public health emergency. Experts emphasise the need for early diagnosis, spreading awareness, and access to inhalers

After life: Organs of 21-year-old brain-dead Delhi woman saves 5 lives

The 21-year-old’s family decided to donate her organs, which helped saved the lives of patients in Delhi, Mumbai

Delhi joins 5G ambulance revolution

Real-time monitoring lets doctors assess patients during transit, enabling quicker diagnosis before hospital arrival

Beat the heat: 7 cooling drinks for summer to keep you hydrated

While plain water is essential, adding a few natural, refreshing drinks to your daily routine can help keep your body cool and nourished.

NAMS calls for cancer to be declared notifiable disease, backs indigenous HPV test and vaccine rollout

NAMS highlighted key findings from its task force on cervical and breast cancer, stressing the need for robust data collection to inform health surveillance and policy decisions