Health

Gen Z graduates are struggling to secure jobs in a tightening labour market shaped by slow hiring, rising layoffs and growing competition across industries.

A Delhi orthopaedic specialist warns that industrial starch in packaged foods may heighten risks of diabetes, fatty liver and inflammation, urging greater public awareness.

Studies show appendix cancer is rising sharply among younger adults, with Gen X and Millennials facing triple to quadruple the risk seen in older generations.

A study finds skipping breakfast, reduced cycling and high fast-food intake are contributing to rising obesity and early diabetes risk among schoolchildren.

A study shows intermittent calorie restriction alters gut bacteria and brain activity, offering new insights into weight loss and the biology of obesity.

Dr Anshuman Kaushal explains why excess sugar overwhelms insulin, fills fat cells and stalls fat burning, calling sugar a “deposit slip to your fat locker”.

A Japanese study finds that walking speed before hip replacement surgery is a key predictor of pain relief, function and long-term recovery outcomes.

Ophthalmologists warn that snow glare, UV exposure and cold winds pose serious risks to trekkers’ eyes, urging proper gear and precautions.

Experts say “sleep banking” can help workers prepare for upcoming sleep loss, though it is not a substitute for consistent, healthy sleep routines.

A major global meta-analysis finds that short-form video platforms are quietly reshaping attention, emotion and behaviour across age groups.

Dermatologists warn that chronic stress, screens, poor sleep, and processed diets—not genetics—are driving premature ageing among Gen Z.

A new EU-wide study has detected high levels of the toxic “forever chemical” TFA in cereals, breads and pasta, raising concerns about food safety and long-term health risks.

A stark new warning from the Gates Foundation says the number of children dying before the age of five is set to rise in 2025 — the first increase this century — as major cuts by high-income countries slash global health funding and threaten decades of progress. According to the Foundation’s latest Goalkeepers Report, child […]

A closer look at bread omelette habits shows how bread type, oil choice and cooking methods shape long-term metabolic and cardiovascular health.

A nationwide survey highlights heavy Gen Z dependence on ultra-processed foods, revealing that one in two packaged products on quick-commerce apps is high in fat, sugar, and salt.

Karnataka has expanded its menstrual leave policy to women in government service, offering one paid day of leave each month without medical certification.

WHO urged governments to boost investments and strengthen health systems as declining funding and service interruptions jeopardize decades of hard-won gains.

A concerning trend has emerged across Karnataka as medical inflation continues to outpace general inflation, leaving families vulnerable to catastrophic healthcare expenses.

Buying health insurance before 30 ensures lower premiums, financial protection, faster access after waiting periods, lifestyle coverage, and freedom from employer-based insurance.

A clear guide to understanding your baby’s growth chart—learn how height, weight, and head-size milestones reveal healthy development and when to discuss concerns with your pediatrician.