A groundbreaking study by researchers at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has revealed that exposure to air pollution during pregnancy may significantly damage the placenta, restrict fetal growth, and increase the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, highlighting another serious health
A new study has highlighted a growing public health challenge among children living in India's urban slums, revealing that many face a double burden of malnutrition experiencing both undernutrition in early life and obesity during childhood. Researchers from Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, tracked 250 children
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has reviewed the draft Mental Health Policy for Schools, marking an important step towards strengthening mental health support systems for students, teachers, and the broader school community across India. According to the Ministry of Education, the review meeting brought together senior
Anaemia prevalence data has been omitted from the recently released National Family Health Survey-6 (NFHS-6) fact sheets, with the Union Health Ministry stating that a separate nationwide survey using a more accurate testing methodology will provide updated estimates in the coming months. According to Health Ministry
Marking a major milestone in advanced healthcare, KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad, on Sunday announced the successful completion of over 10,000 brain tumor surgeries. To commemorate World Brain Tumor Day, Dr. B. Bhaskar Rao, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of KIMS Group of Hospitals, unveiled a state
As heatwave conditions continue to affect several parts of India, healthcare experts are warning that drinking water alone may not be sufficient to prevent dehydration and heat-related illnesses. Doctors say maintaining electrolyte balance is equally important, especially during prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures and excessive
Intermittent fasting has emerged as one of the most popular dietary trends worldwide, praised for its potential to support weight loss, improve metabolic health, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. But as its popularity continues to grow, health experts say the science behind intermittent
WHO has urged governments worldwide to strengthen measures aimed at protecting children and adolescents from tobacco and nicotine addiction, warning that the industry continues to target younger populations through appealing products, marketing strategies, and digital platforms. The global health agency highlighted growing concerns over the rising
India has recorded notable improvements in child health indicators, with full vaccination coverage among children aged 12-23 months increasing from 83.8% in 2019-21 to 87.1% in 2023-24, according to the latest findings from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6). The survey also reported encouraging progress in
A new study has highlighted the growing public health risks posed by extreme heat in India, estimating that a single day of severe heat exposure could result in nearly 3,400 excess deaths nationwide. The findings, published by researchers from the India Energy and Climate Center, were
