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PTI -July 27, 2025

India recorded over 7,000 suspected heatstroke cases, 14 deaths in March-June period: RTI

India recorded over 7,000 suspected heatstroke cases, 14 deaths in March-June period: RTI

The country had reported nearly 48,000 cases of heatstroke and 159 deaths due to extreme heat in 2024, the warmest year on record in India since 1901.

PTI -March 12, 2025

Yearly HIV prevention injection shows promise in clinical trial

Yearly HIV prevention injection shows promise in clinical trial

'Lenacapavir' was developed by Gilead Sciences, a research-based biopharmaceutical company in the US, as a pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) medication to prevent infection in people at risk of exposure to HIV.

Saurav Gupta -December 18, 2024

Winter diseases and precautionary measures to stay healthy

Winter diseases and precautionary measures to stay healthy

From the common cold to more serious conditions like pneumonia, winter brings with it a range of diseases.

Saurav Gupta -November 13, 2024

Kenyan infant’s life saved with India’s first half-matched bone marrow transplant at Gurugram’s Fortis Hospital

Kenyan infant’s life saved with India’s first half-matched bone marrow transplant at Gurugram’s Fortis Hospital

Baby Arianna, diagnosed with the rare Pearson Syndrome, was brought to Fortis Gurugram after suffering severe anaemia, where her condition was confirmed and treated with groundbreaking medical care

Saurav Gupta -October 30, 2024

Stay Healthy: 7 essential tips to prevent viral fever

Stay Healthy: 7 essential tips to prevent viral fever

While it's impossible to completely eliminate the risk of catching a virus, there are effective strategies to reduce your chances of getting viral infections.

Saurav Gupta -October 23, 2024

Doctor saves collapsed runner’s life with CPR during Delhi Half Marathon

Doctor saves collapsed runner’s life with CPR during Delhi Half Marathon

Dr Ramit Wadhwa's quick response and CPR revived a runner who had collapsed during the Delhi Half Marathon, highlighting the importance of being fully prepared for medical emergencies at public events

Idrees Bukhtiyar -October 20, 2024

Dehydration, poor diet, and sedentary lifestyles: Key risks to kidney health

Dehydration, poor diet, and sedentary lifestyles: Key risks to kidney health

Kidney health is crucial for overall well-being, but factors like dehydration, poor diet, and a sedentary lifestyle can impair their function. Dr Javaid Iqbal Khan discusses how to safeguard kidney health

Saurav Gupta -October 14, 2024

Is it just a cold? Sneezing and a runny nose could be more than you think

Is it just a cold? Sneezing and a runny nose could be more than you think

While a cold is one of the most common causes of sneezing and nasal congestion, there are other potential factors at play that might be worth considering.