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Mrs Sharmila Barve inaugurating the first sanitary vending machine

A step up for menstrual health

From lack of proper toilets to installing sanitary napkin vending machine, the police force in Mumbai is becoming more...

10 April 2019 12:09 AM IST

Extracts from Actinobacteria were screened for antimicrobial and anticancer activity. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Underwater forest treasure trove of potential drugs

Studies show that underwater forest is a rich store of potential new drugs.

9 April 2019 3:10 PM IST

The origin of empathy may lie in the need to understand other individuals. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Emphatic responses related to cognitive stimulation

New research explains how origin of empathetic responses lies in cognitive simulation.

9 April 2019 11:43 AM IST

Foods with a low glycemic index are beneficial for managing PCOS that include whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, fruits and other unprocessed, low-carbohydrate foods. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Five lifestyle reforms for battling PCOS

Polycystic ovarian syndrome can be mitigated through small diet changes and an active lifestyle.

8 April 2019 9:43 PM IST

Experts are of the opinion that vaping pot is probably less harmful to the lungs than smoking it. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Vaping: A safer alternative to smoking?

Smoking pot vs. tobacco: What science says about lighting up.

8 April 2019 2:55 PM IST

These medicines can damage the optic nerve that relays optical signals to the brain. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Erectile dysfunction medicine can cause vision impairment

Drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction may cause side effects affecting vision, says new study.

8 April 2019 11:03 AM IST

Intermittent dieting may have adverse effects on the pancreas. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

The low-down on intermittent fasting

In a quest to shed those extra pounds of fat you might be just harming yourself.

7 April 2019 5:28 PM IST

The foot soldiers of public healthcare system, ANM Meena Kumari and ASHA Nirma Devi, the feisty duo from Malana, Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. (Photo: MoHFW)

The heroes of public healthcare in India

With women forging the way, here are some exceptional stories of community health workers, who work relentlessly for...

7 April 2019 5:20 PM IST

Research showed that an adolescents total screen time per day had minimal impact on their mental well-being. (Photo:Representational/Pexels)

Screen time has negligible impact to mental health

Digital screen time has minimal impact on adolescent's mental well-being: Study.

7 April 2019 4:48 PM IST

Using capsaicin clinically will require overcoming its unpleasant side effects, which include gastrointestinal irritation, stomach cramps, and a burning sensation. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Slow down the spread of lung cancer with chilli peppers

Studies reveal that spicy compound from chilli peppers could reduce spread of lung cancer.

7 April 2019 2:29 PM IST

Most of the food available contains more of Gluten, so the responsibility lies in the hands of the food preparers. (Photo: ANI)

Is gluten-free food actually gluten free?

Gluten-free labelled food have presence of gluten, says new study.

7 April 2019 2:25 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Fit to Lead

As they say, those who do regular workouts, yoga or any other physical activity regularly hardly fall ill!

7 April 2019 1:09 AM IST