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Fitness testing is commonly done today for many people in conjunction with their doctors. (Representational/Pixabay)

Fitness level impacts cancer risk and outcomes

Fitness level impacts cancer risk and outcomes as compared to those with low fitness level.

7 May 2019 8:46 AM IST

Symptoms of heat stroke include high body temperature, lethargy, dizziness, nausea, hot red dry skin, rapid pulse, and altered mentation.

Protect yourself from the heat

Heat waves have taken over bycausing a rise in heat strokes, dehydration and many heat-related ailments.

7 May 2019 4:53 AM IST

Talking about the last taboo: Death

Talking about the last taboo: Death

An innovative project called Departure Lounge' in London, aims to help people come to terms with their mortality.

6 May 2019 6:15 PM IST

Meghan Markle has reportedly decided to deviate from royal tradition and have her baby at home, with the help of midwives and doulas. (Photo: Instagram @kensingtonroyal)

Why Meghan Markle opting for a home birth is a wise decision

As Meghan Markle reportedly prepares for a home birth for her first child, statistics prove why it is a better option.

6 May 2019 3:04 PM IST

One in five members of the public said patients should avoid exercise, while just over half of the patients knew that exercise can be a treatment for their disease. (Photo: ANI)

Fact or Fiction: Debunking heart failure myths

Scientists debunk heart failure myths and highlight low awareness among patients.

6 May 2019 1:04 PM IST

Physical wellness directly linked to mental well-being?

Physical wellness directly linked to mental well-being?

Mental well-being predicts leisure-time physical activity in midlife: Study.

6 May 2019 11:34 AM IST

The most surprising finding, the researchers say, was the discovery of a dramatic difference between brain cells from male and female Alzheimers patients. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

New drugs to target Alzheimer's

New study offers potential new drug targets for Alzheimer's.

6 May 2019 10:50 AM IST

There are evidences suggesting that radiation exposure may also lead to increased risks of hypertension, cardiovascular disease and cerebrovascular disease. (Photo: ANI)

Moderate dose of radiation increase risk of hypertension

Prolonged exposure to low-dose radiation could increase the risk of hypertension.

6 May 2019 9:31 AM IST

Around one to two per cent of adults today were born more than two months prematurely and have heart abnormalities that increase their risk of cardiovascular disease. (Photo: Representational/Pixels)

Premature babies with heart abnormalities finds cure

Heart abnormalities from premature birth can be corrected with exercise in young adulthood.

6 May 2019 9:30 AM IST

BCAAs are essential amino acids present in protein-containing foods, with red meat and dairy being the richest sources. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Side-effects of excessive protein consumption

Balanced protein intake better for health is essential.

5 May 2019 3:33 PM IST

Cannabis is anti-inflammatory, which could aid recovery. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Weed helps in enhancing motivation during exercise

Study shows that weed increases enjoyment and motivates people to workout.

5 May 2019 2:22 PM IST

In order to increase the number of correctly identified Alzheimers cases and to reduce the number of false positive diagnoses, the researchers poured a lot of time and effort into optimising the test. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Early stages of Alzheimer's now detectable

Early stages of Alzheimer's now detectable

5 May 2019 2:03 PM IST