Vascular surgeon warns about high risks of leg gangrene in monsoon: 5 warning signs, symptoms, prevention tips | Health

Monsoon weather paves the way for many worrying health concerns. The unpredictable climate also aggravates existing conditions. And with people still commuting to work and going about their day regardless of the torrential rains and overcast skies, it becomes all the more important to stay alert. One such condition is leg gangrene. Leg gangrene’s risks […]

Are saunas actually good for you? | Health

Finland is the undisputed sauna capital of the world, with approximately one sauna for every 1.6 people. But voluntary sweating is starting to catch on elsewhere: according to the British Sauna Society, a not-for-profit group promoting sauna culture, the number of public saunas in Britain has more than doubled over the past year. The number […]

Surya Namaskar to Naukasana: 5 yoga poses for weight management and improving core strength | Health

Updated on: Aug 23, 2025 09:14 pm IST Yoga’s intense stretching and focused movements help improve balance, core strength and flexibility. They also support weight management goals.  Maintaining weight requires as much dedication as losing it. Even after hitting the desired weight goal, keeping up with regular exercise prevents you from regaining the lost weight. […]

Loni Anderson’s Secret Health Struggle Exposed, What Unfolded in Her Final Days?

Loni Anderson, cherished for her role on WKRP in Cincinnati and known as Burt Reynolds’ former wife, died on August 3 at 79 years old. Almost three weeks later, it was disclosed that she succumbed to metastatic uterine leiomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer. Throughout her extensive career, Anderson earned Emmy and Golden Globe nominations. […]

Geriatrician shares 4 tips for older adults to improve mental health: From solving puzzles to doing meditation | Health

Updated on: Aug 23, 2025 08:09 pm IST Mental health needs to be supported with healthy habits to ensure overall wellbeing in older adults.   Mental health is closely connected to physical health, with factors like the gut-brain axis making it even more prominent. On top of that, as one ages, mental wellness can decline […]

Trouble getting up from the floor? Orthopedist says it can be hip arthritis; know symptoms, treatment | Health

Sitting cross-legged on the floor or standing up after sitting is instinctive for most people. However, when these actions become difficult, it is essential to take note of the symptoms of hip arthritis. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Paramjit Singh Chahal, senior consultant, orthopedics and joint replacement surgery, Manipal Hospitals Patiala said, “Hip […]

Trouble getting up from the floor? Orthopedist says it can be hip arthritis; know symptoms, treatment | Health

Sitting cross-legged on the floor or standing up after sitting is instinctive for most people. However, when these actions become difficult, it is essential to take note of the symptoms of hip arthritis. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Paramjit Singh Chahal, senior consultant, orthopedics and joint replacement surgery, Manipal Hospitals Patiala said, “Hip […]

“Walk in My Shoes” Spotlights the Invisible Struggles of People Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) – a Public Health Awareness Initiative by Roche in Collaboration with Multiple Sclerosis Society of India (MSSI)

Business Wire India Millions globally and ~2 lakh people in India live with a life-limiting neurological condition called Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The disease affects their central nervous system, depriving them of their ability to perform simple everyday tasks like walking, cooking, bathing or the strength to hold a child. Their day-to-day struggle remains hidden and […]

Cardiologist debunks the biggest myth about cholesterol; Hint: It’s not a ‘disease’ | Health

Cholesterol has long been portrayed as the prime villain behind heart disease, but cardiologist Dr. Alok Chopra believes that reputation is undeserved. In an eye-opening conversation with Manika Raikwar from Your Health DeKoded uploaded on YouTube as “How Your Gut Health Controls Your Heart | Explained by Dr Alok Chopra | Your Health DeKoded,” the […]