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There is an acute shortage of paramedical staff to deal with mental health issues. (Photo: ANI)

10.6 per cent Indian adult population suffer from mental health issues

Huge gaps remains between requirements and availability of facilities to deal with mental health.

8 Aug 2019 10:41 AM IST

Regular cannabis use has a profound effect on cortical dopamine function, in particular in relation to the stress response, which is critical for young adults at risk for psychosis. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

How cannabis use affects brain

Here's how cannabis affects brain and hormone release.

8 Aug 2019 10:36 AM IST

Men with ED reported significantly higher rates of staying home from work and work productivity impairment. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Low productivity at work linked to erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction associated with lower work productivity in men: Study.

8 Aug 2019 10:23 AM IST

Although a significant and positive association was found between optimism and better-quality sleep, Hernandez suggested that the findings should be interpreted cautiously. (Photo: ANI)

Optimistic people tend to sleep better and longer

Studies reveal that optimistic people sleep better, longer.

8 Aug 2019 10:11 AM IST

The research is part of an ongoing project examining the wellbeing and influence of new mothers and fathers. (Photo: ANI)

Couple conflict can cause behavioural distress in toddlers

Parental stress during pregnancy linked to behavioural problems in toddlers.

8 Aug 2019 9:44 AM IST

A video that went viral on Twitter where Dr Internet is diagnosing a patient. Courtesy: mfine.

The Ill-Advised pill

The section 32 of the bill has provisions to allow over 3.5 lakh non-medical persons and communities to practice...

8 Aug 2019 12:47 AM IST

In addition to being environment-friendly, menstrual cups are also cheaper than pads. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Menstrual cups: Revolutionising female hygiene

While sanitary napkins are currently the most popular alternative, they make up for a considerable amount of sanitary...

7 Aug 2019 7:17 PM IST

Keep your wounds protected from dog licks. (Photo: Representationa/Pexels)

Kiss of love: Are dog licks safe?

Instant mood lifters, dog licks can unknowingly cause some serious health scares.

7 Aug 2019 5:18 PM IST

Tumours cells need to constantly produce energy and building blocks to replicate. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

New cancer treatment doesn't harm healthy cells

Researchers find new cancer treatments causing no harm to healthy cells.

7 Aug 2019 11:47 AM IST

Its unclear whether the technology can accurately measure blood pressure in less controlled environments, including homes. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Manage hypertension with optical imaging

Blood pressure monitoring could become as easy as taking a video selfie.

7 Aug 2019 11:10 AM IST

Obesity and type 2 diabetes can lead to very serious and potentially life-threatening conditions such as cancer, stroke and heart disease. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Lose weight with hormonal injections

Hormone injection helps weight loss in obese patients.

7 Aug 2019 10:33 AM IST

The bill entitles only Indian citizens to avail of surrogacy. But foreigners, NRIs and PIOs are not allowed to seek surrogacy in the country. (Photo: Representational Image)

Commercial Surrogacy- all you need to know

The new bill now, only allows couples who have been married for more than 5 years to be able to go for a surrogacy...

7 Aug 2019 10:32 AM IST