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Kusha Kapila gets invisible braces: Why clear aligners are trending now

With Kusha Kapila joining the clear aligner crowd, this once-niche dental fix is now a mainstream must-have for millennials and professionals alike

World's first AI medical clinic opens in Saudi Arabia with Dr Hua system

Tencent-backed Synyi AI opens a clinic in Saudi Arabia where patients are diagnosed by AI and treatment plans are reviewed by human doctors for safety

What happens to your weight after stopping Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro?

Many people using GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro regain the weight after stopping- experts explain why it happens, who's at risk, and how to keep the weight off

Joe Biden's prostate cancer: Risks, symptoms, treatment options explained

Joe Biden's metastatic or stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis highlights common symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options men should know about

Covid-19 spike in Hong Kong, Singapore not yet a concern for India: Experts

Doctors advise calm as India sees just 58 new Covid-19 cases amid a rise in HK and Singapore; experts highlight low hospitalisation and no serious strain currently

Trump's plans to cut drug prices in US may impact Indian pharma landscape

Trump's executive order, dated May 12, seeks to establish a mechanism through which American patients can buy their drugs directly from the manufacturers

Urban environments significantly increase risk of developing asthma: Study

Study found that air pollution, lack of green space and areas built primarily from concrete and asphalt are linked with significantly greater risk of developing asthma

US FDA approves Novavax Covid vaccine with added conditions for use

According to the approval letter, the license restricts the use of the vaccine called Nuvaxovid to individuals aged 65 and older, and those between 12 and 64

Delhi opens first brain health clinic in Dwarka, 10 more to follow

Delhi's first brain health clinic at Indira Gandhi Hospital in Dwarka will offer diagnosis and care for neurological and mental health conditions with 10 more clinics planned

Covid-19 wave returns in Asia, cases increase in Hong Kong, Singapore

Covid-19 cases are rising sharply across Asia, with Hong Kong, Singapore, China, and Thailand reporting spikes. However, despite rising cases elsewhere in Asia, India has not reported any increase

12 common cancer myths busted: What doctors say you must stop believing

Fact-check Friday: Doctors debunk persistent cancer myths-from sugar and deodorants to breast surgery and mobile phones-that often mislead patients, delay diagnosis, and derail treatment decisions

Meet Kiran Musunuru, Indian-origin doctor behind gene-editing therapy

Indian-origin cardiologist Kiran Musunuru leads breakthrough CRISPR gene editing therapy for rare genetic disorder focusing on heart disease genetics and new treatments

Doctors used CRISPR to rewrite a baby's DNA and fix a rare liver disorder

A nine-month-old with a fatal liver condition became the first to receive a CRISPR-based DNA-editing therapy custom-built to repair his unique mutation

Sitting too long may shrink your brain-even if you exercise daily

A new seven-year study shows that prolonged sitting-even with regular exercise-is linked to brain shrinkage, memory loss, and Alzheimer's risk, especially in genetically vulnerable adults

National Dengue Day 2025: Early monsoon triggers advisory on prevention

As India observes National Dengue Day on May 16, the government ramps up preventive action against mosquito-borne illnesses like dengue, chikungunya, Zika, and yellow fever

How Sanjay Dutt fought stage 4 lung cancer with chemo and resolve

Diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in 2020, Sanjay Dutt turned to chemotherapy, exercise, and family support in his fight against non-small cell lung cancer-diagnosed only after symptoms turned severe

Why many 30-year-olds already have knee damage, even without symptoms

MRI scans reveal early cartilage and bone damage in young adults, with obesity, high BMI and family history driving silent knee degeneration by age 30

Can AI guide your health questions? OpenAI's HealthBench puts it to test

OpenAI's HealthBench benchmark tests how safely and accurately AI like ChatGPT can handle health queries, suggest treatments, and support doctors using physician-designed real-world scenarios

Is this a heart attack? These are the warning signs every man must know

Men often ignore chest pain, fatigue, or indigestion-learn the warning signs of a heart attack, key differences from stress or acidity, and what to do that could help save your life

Cancer-linked chemicals found in widely used skincare, haircare products

Lotions, shampoos, soaps, leave-in hair products, and even eyelash glue may contain formaldehyde-releasing chemicals linked to cancer, according to a new study