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Hot showers deprive skin of protective oils and this is why keeping it short is advisable (Photo: Pixabay)

Here are hygiene habits accepted as 'healthy' which may actually be...

Long term exposure to active ingredients can also lead to bacterial resistance and hormonal effects.

16 April 2018 12:21 PM IST

Human tissues exposed to either drug for one week in a dish had reduced numbers of cells that give rise to sperm and eggs (Photo: AFP)

Here's why painkillers can be harmful for pregnant women

As of now, guidelines say that, if necessary, paracetamol should be used at the lowest possible dose for the shortest...

16 April 2018 11:16 AM IST

Researchers named 41 as the age adults typically start exhibiting these signs, with 57 the point at which people consider themselves to be officially old.

48 signs you are getting old

From forgetting people's names to feeling stiff, here are top signs of getting old.

16 April 2018 11:14 AM IST

Chemotherapy drugs kill cancer cells, but they also affect the vasculature inside the tumour. (Photo: Pixabay)

5 signs you might have bowel cancer

From bloating to constipation and blood in your stools, here are the signs and symptoms.

16 April 2018 10:03 AM IST

Adding citrus fruits, legumes, oats and vegetables including carrots and broccoli can fulfil the requirement for fiber in the body (Photo: AFP)

Here's how increasing fiber in diet can help prevent colon cancer

Meanwhile insoluble fiber promotes bowel movements and creates a softening action in the digestive system.

16 April 2018 9:34 AM IST

One shouldnt ignore risk factors such as ill-fitted dentures, broken teeth, sharp teeth, discomfort or constant irritation in the oral cavity, pain or ulcers that are not healing despite medication (Representational Image)

Understanding oral cancer

Constant teeth irritation is a little-known factor that causes oral cancers.

16 April 2018 12:38 AM IST

Systems that do not see and acknowledge a young persons identity are the problem. (Photo: Pixabay)

Using transgender youths' chosen names may lower suicide risk

The reduction in mental health risks was strongest when the chosen name was used in multiple contexts.

15 April 2018 8:13 PM IST

Even if you are at a high genetic risk, you can improve your chances of remaining in good cardiovascular health by doing exercise. (Photo: Pixabay)

When heart disease runs in the family, exercise tied to lower risk

Exercise appeared linked to a lower risk of heart problems even after researchers accounted for factors like age,...

15 April 2018 8:08 PM IST

The latest WHO figures show that malaria infected about 216 million people in 2016. (Photo: Pixabay)

New weapon in malaria fight - a better bed net

The vast majority of deaths were in children under the age of five in the poorest parts of sub-Saharan Africa.

15 April 2018 3:07 PM IST

The optimum temperature of the hot water should be kept at 120 degrees to avoid damaging the cells and inner skin layers. (Photo: Pixabay)

Drinking plain hot water may help you shed weight, boost your health

There are seven ways in which drinking hot water could work wonder for our bodies.

15 April 2018 3:01 PM IST

Most children who have irritability, depression or anxiety dont have suicidal thoughts. (Photo: Pixabay)

Irritability in childhood linked to teen suicide risk

Irritability usually shows up in children as frustration and anger.

15 April 2018 2:52 PM IST

During cold and flu season people were 24% more likely to exceed the maximum recommended weekly dose of 4,000 milligrams at least once. (Photo: Pixabay)

Painkiller overuse spikes during cold and flu season

This extensive analgesics consumption that we have documented raises the concern of overuse and misuse, as well as...

15 April 2018 2:26 PM IST