Government issues advisory on GLP-1 drugs, warns against misuse
The Government of India has released a detailed note on GLP-1 drugs, highlighting their growing use in treating type 2 diabetes and obesity, while als...
Weight-loss and diabetes drugs Ozempic and Wegovy see price cuts of up to 48%
Drugmaker Novo Nordisk has announced a significant reduction in the price of its semaglutide-based therapies, Ozempic and Wegovy, to help improve acce...
New cancer drug shows promise, made brain tumour almost disappear in 5 days
A new CAR-T cell therapy showed encouraging results in treating glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain cancer.Researchers from the Mass Gener...
Maternal deaths decline globally, but Covid-19 slowed progress
A major global study published in The Lancet has found that maternal deaths have fallen down quite a lot over the past three decades, but progress has...
BA.3.2 ‘Cicada’ Covid variant: Symptoms, mutations, spread, risks and what WHO says
A new Covid-19 subvariant is starting to get noticed again, though not in a panic-driven way. It is being called BA.3.2, informally nicknamed the “Cic...
Enlicitide pill could lower cholesterol by 60%
A new cholesterol drug called Enlicitide is getting global attention after clinical trials showed it can cut “bad cholesterol” (LDL) by up to 60 per c...
Diabetes drug metformin does more than control blood sugar, study finds it also affects the brain
Metformin has been used for more than 60 years as a standard treatment for type 2 diabetes. It is widely known for being reliable, affordable and safe...
Rising heat fuelling a global dengue surge: WMO report
The years 2015-2025 were the hottest 11 years on record, the State of Global Climate 2025 report, published by the World Meteorological Organization (...
Here are 7 early migraine signs you should never ignore
Migraines are more than just headaches they are a complex neurological condition that can disrupt daily life. Often, your body gives subtle warning si...
Weight-loss drugs to get cheaper in India from March 21
The patent for Semaglutide, the active ingredient in blockbuster weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, expired on March 20, triggering a dramatic...
Iran conflict jolts pharma as paracetamol input costs surge
The ongoing tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the US are beginning to ripple through India’s healthcare sector, with drugmakers complaining of supp...
India now ranks second in global burden of overweight and obese children
India now ranks second globally in the number of overweight and obese children, according to the World Obesity Atlas.If current trends continue, nearl...
Iran-Israel war hits India's medical tourism, 50-75% drop in international patients
The prolonged Iran-Israel war has severely impacted India's booming medical tourism sector, with hospital chains reporting a 50 to 75 percent drop in ...
HPV vaccine rollout: 3 lakh girls immunised so far, 6 states take lead
The Centre on Tuesday reported a strong start to the nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme, with nearly three lakh 14-year-old g...
Heat and inactivity could claim thousands of Indian lives by 2050: Study
Rising temperatures driven by climate change could push millions more adults into physical inactivity by 2050, potentially contributing to hundreds of...
LPG gas crisis may push households toward smoke-filled kitchens, experts warn
Concerns about a possible shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) are beginning to worry health experts, who say the issue could go far beyond incon...
LPG shortage could encourage healthier eating habits, says nutritionist
As tensions in West Asia continue to raise concerns about energy supply disruptions, India is beginning to feel some early effects.One of the sectors ...
Study warns, Toxic people around you may speed up ageing
The people we spend time with can shape our mood, mindset, and even our overall health. While supportive friendships and positive family bonds can imp...
High sugar intake may harm brain health, neurologists warn
Sugar is a common part of modern diets, found in sweets, beverages, packaged snacks and even everyday foods. While it may offer a quick burst of energ...
Report warns 12 crore kids in India risk high BP by 2040
India is heading towards a major public health emergency, with millions of children projected to develop obesity-linked chronic diseases by 2040, even...
Countdown begins for generic Ozempic wave in India
The countdown has begun for a major shift in India’s rapidly expanding obesity and diabetes treatment market.More than two dozen generic versions of s...
Mild hearing loss may raise risk of memory problems, warn doctors
For many people, hearing loss feels like a small inconvenience. You may increase the TV volume, ask others to repeat sentences, or avoid crowded place...
Breast cancer cases may hit 3.5 million by 2050, Lancet warns
A new report published in the medical journal The Lancet has sounded a serious warning about the future of breast cancer worldwide.According to projec...
New weight-loss pill beats oral Wegovy in major trial
The first daily GLP-1 pill for weight loss, oral semaglutide, marketed as Wegovy, was launched in the US last year, expanding access to obesity treatm...
Abbott and Novo Nordisk partner to launch Extensior for diabetes care in India
India’s diabetes challenge is growing fast, and access to modern treatment options matters more than ever. In a new move aimed at improving care, Abbo...
Packaged food hurting productivity, mental health in young Indians: Report
A new global report has flagged ultra-processed food consumption as a key factor behind declining productivity and emotional resilience among young ad...
Hyderabad-based Dr Reddy's files 'Obeda' trademark ahead of generic ozempic launch
Hyderabad-based Dr Reddy’s Laboratories has applied to trademark the brand name and logo “Obeda”, according to sources.The proposed brand is expected ...
Centre to launch pan-India HPV vaccine drive for adolescent girls
The Central government has decided to launch a nationwide HPV vaccination drive to combat cervical cancer, one of the leading causes of death among In...
Obesity isn't just a lifestyle issue but a chronic disease: Experts
India is staring at a major public health crisis. A new white paper has warned that obesity cases in the country are set to rise dramatically by 2050,...
Smoking linked to early balding in men, experts warn
Hair loss has always been linked to ageing and genetics. Many men accept thinning hair as a natural part of growing older.But new findings suggest tha...
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