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How running, cycling helped 45 year old to beat diabetes, weight gain and flesh-eating bacteria infection

Dhiraj Bhandary, the Client Executive Program Lead, Deloitte South Asia, has won over a life threatening disease, a metabolic syndrome and hard-to-imagine weight gain.

The Times of India · Sep 10, 2024

Country diary: Something’s eating away at this sycamore tree

Houndkirk Moor, South Yorkshire: Sooty bark disease has been afflicting many more trees this summer, but that’s not the culprit with this sapling

The Guardian - UK · Sep 10, 2024

Understanding monkeypox: Myths and misinformation to ignore about the disease

Understanding the facts about mpox is essential for combating misinformation and ensuring effective public health responses. By debunking myths and disseminating accurate information, we can help reduce fear and stigma, promote appropriate preventive measures, and support those affected by the disease. It is crucial to rely on credible sources and…

The Times of India · Sep 9, 2024

Insulin Resistance Risk Factor For 26 Diseases, Linked To Early Death In Women: Study

The study found that insulin resistance is associated with more than 30 diseases, elevating the risk for 26 of them and potentially leading to early death in women.

Medical Daily · Sep 9, 2024

Mucositis as a side effect in breast cancer treatment and how to manage it

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in India, accounting for 14% of all female cancers. In 2020, around 178,000 new cases were reported, with about 90,000 deaths. Urban areas see higher incidence rates compared to rural regions, primarily due to lifestyle changes. Early detection remains a significant…

The Times of India · Sep 9, 2024

Africa desperately needs mpox vaccines. But donations from rich countries won’t fix this or the next health emergency

Africa says it needs an estimated ten million doses of mpox vaccine to control this public health emergency.

The Conversation · Sep 8, 2024

Invasive species breeding billion-dollar pest threat

Pet laws are ineffective at managing the biosecurity risks posed by cats while pig culls have had "questionable" outcomes, a new report has found.

AAP · Sep 8, 2024

5 exercises for quick weight loss

Whether you are aiming to lose weight to make an impression or reversing a chronic disease, shedding some extra kilos always comes with a range of health benefits. Weight loss can be tough to achieve, but with the right strategies, it's certainly possible to burn those extra calories. Making some…

The Times of India · Sep 8, 2024

The role of organ donation in treating pancreatic diseases

The most prevalent disease related to pancreas in present day is diabetes mellitus (DM), where insulin production in pancreas stops. India is the diabetes capital of world and the highest number of diabetic patients live in India.

The Times of India · Sep 8, 2024

Cardiovascular health went into decline under the Conservatives, NHS review finds

A probe into the health service is to say cardiovascular health has been going in the wrong direction, with the British Heart Foundation describing the picture as ‘extremely concerning’

The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2024