No Smoking Day is an annual health awareness day in the United Kingdom, aimed at supporting smokers who want to quit. The first No Smoking Day was observed on Ash Wednesday in 1984, and since then, it has been held on the second Wednesday of March each year. Over the years, it has grown into…
Scientists from Aalto University and the University of Bayreuth have developed a breakthrough self-healing hydrogel that mimics human skin, healing wounds 90% in 4 hours and fully in 24 hours. Imagine a world where wounds heal almost instantly, without the need for extensive medical intervention. Thanks to groundbreaking research from Aalto University and the University…
Sleep is not just a restorative process; it plays a fundamental role in cellular repair and overall health. Emerging research suggests that melatonin, a naturally occurring hormone, may aid in repairing DNA damage caused by chronic sleep deprivation. Scientists are now exploring how melatonin’s antioxidant properties could support cellular health and mitigate long-term risks associated…
Seasonal shifts bring a spike in viral illnesses, impacting families across Delhi-NCR A recent survey by LocalCircles has revealed a significant rise in viral fever cases across Delhi-NCR, with at least 54% of households reporting one or more members experiencing symptoms such as headaches, cough, fatigue, mild fever, and respiratory issues. As viral infections continue…
Bringing the Proteus One Proton Beam Therapy System to India for Advanced Cancer Care Apollo Hospitals, a pioneer in advanced healthcare solutions in India, has joined forces with Ion Beam Applications (IBA) to introduce the Proteus One Proton Beam Therapy system in the country. This strategic collaboration aims to revolutionize cancer treatment by enhancing access…
To create healthier lives, we must change the systems—not just the symptoms—of obesity. Every year, March 4 is observed as World Obesity Day, an initiative aimed at raising awareness, debunking myths, and addressing the social stigma surrounding obesity. In 2025, the theme for World Obesity Day focuses on “Changing Systems, Healthier Lives”, emphasizing the urgent…
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the diagnosis and management of genitourinary tuberculosis by enhancing imaging precision and predictive analytics, enabling earlier detection and personalized treatment strategies. Tuberculosis (TB) remains a major global health challenge, with multidrug-resistant TB (MDR-TB) continuing to pose a significant burden. Genitourinary TB (GUTB) constitutes approximately 9% of extrapulmonary TB (EPTB) cases worldwide….
