Medical category blogs

Teenager showing irritability and arguing during emotional conflict highlighting adolescent behavioural and mental health issues
05 Mar
Medical

Severe irritability in teens can be reduced by daily doses of vitamins, minerals: New research

A new clinical study suggests that daily doses of broad-spectrum micronutrients, including vitamins and minerals, may significantly reduce severe irritability in teenagers. The placebo-controlled trial found that teens with disruptive behaviour experienced notable improvements, highlighting the potential of nutritional interventions as a safe and accessible approach to managing mental health challenges in adolescents.

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Cancer awareness concept with medical stethoscope and text highlighting importance of cancer diagnosis and treatment
05 Mar
Medical

Breast cancer incidence in India more than doubled in 3 decades, says Lancet study

Breast cancer incidence in India has more than doubled over the past three decades, according to a study published in The Lancet Oncology. The research found that cases rose from 13 per lakh women in 1990 to 29.4 per lakh in 2023, while mortality rates also increased significantly. Experts warn that the burden could rise further by 2050 if key modifiable risk factors are not addressed.

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Woman stretching leg muscles before exercise highlighting importance of regular workout and healthy fitness habits
05 Mar
Medical

‘All-or-nothing’ attitude may hurt exercise habit: Study

A study has found that an “all-or-nothing” mindset may be a major barrier preventing people from maintaining regular exercise habits. Researchers say many individuals believe workouts must be long, intense and perfectly scheduled, leading them to skip exercise altogether when routines are disrupted. Experts emphasise that flexibility and small, consistent physical activity are more effective for sustaining long-term health and fitness.

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HPV vaccine vial with syringe representing immunisation drive for cervical cancer prevention in India
01 Mar
Medical

Government to target 1.15 crore HPV vaccinations yearly: Health ministry

The government has set a target of administering HPV vaccines to around 1.15 crore 14-year-old girls every year under a nationwide immunisation programme, the Union health ministry said. The free and voluntary vaccination drive will be conducted at government health facilities across states and Union territories, marking a major step in India’s efforts to prevent cervical cancer and strengthen women’s health.

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Technician checking air conditioning units with pressure gauges highlighting access to cooling and climate adaptation needs
01 Mar
Medical

Access to cooling matter of health for all, not privilege of rich, says top UNEP official

Access to cooling should be treated as a public health necessity and not a privilege of the wealthy, a top UNEP official has said, as India prepares for a hotter-than-normal summer. Rising heatwave days are expected to disproportionately affect vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children, and outdoor workers, with serious implications for health, water supply, power demand, and essential services.

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Doctors discussing patient reports in a hospital corridor highlighting workload, burnout, and challenges in India’s healthcare system
27 Feb
Medical

91% of Indian Doctors Don’t Want Their Children to Join the Profession: Study

A new study has revealed deep professional dissatisfaction among Indian doctors, with over 91 per cent saying they would discourage their children from pursuing a career in medicine. The findings highlight rising burnout, increasing incidents of violence against healthcare workers, and mounting medico-legal pressures as key reasons behind the growing disillusionment within the profession.

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Smoggy road scene in Delhi with Keep Delhi Clean sign highlighting severe air pollution and pollution control efforts
27 Feb
Medical

Around 43% of Rs 300-cr budget for pollution control utilised in 2025-26 so far: RTI reply

Around 43 per cent of the Rs 300-crore budget allocated for Pollution Control and Emergency Measures in Delhi for 2025–26 has been utilised till January 20, 2026, according to an RTI reply. Most of the expenditure was directed towards short-term air pollution mitigation measures, including mist spray systems and truck-mounted anti-smog guns, with funds disbursed through the Public Works Department.

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Long queue of patients outside a hospital depicting rising healthcare demand, ageing population, and growth of private hospitals in India
27 Feb
Medical

Private Hospitals Set for 14-15% Growth in FY27 as High Acuity Care Drives Demand

India’s private hospital sector is projected to record strong revenue growth of 14–15% in FY27, driven by rising demand for high-acuity and specialised treatments. Stable occupancy levels, improving pricing realisations, expansion of bed capacity and a growing share of insured patients are expected to support sustained double-digit growth, according to CRISIL Ratings.

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Madras High Court building in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, a prominent judicial landmark of India
24 Feb
Medical

Doctors can’t be treated like workmen, Madras HC slams Chennai hospital

The Madras High Court has ruled that doctors cannot be treated like workmen or regular employees, strongly criticising a Chennai hospital for attempting to enforce restrictive contractual terms. The court dismissed an arbitration plea against a senior cardiothoracic surgeon and imposed costs on the hospital, reiterating that hospitals cannot function without doctors and must respect their professional autonomy.

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