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Caused by bacteria or viruses, these illnesses may have symptoms either developing gradually over a few days or progressing fast.

Taking your breath away

The main treatment for pneumonia is antibiotics, along with rest and drinking plenty of water.

29 July 2019 8:43 AM IST

Researchers found the risk of obesity increased by 43 per cent if a smartphone was used five or more hours a day, as participating students were twice as likely to drink more sugary drinks, fast food, sweets, snacks and have decreased physical activity. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Did you know that smartphone usage can lead to obesity?

Five hours of smartphone usage per day may increase obesity: Study.

28 July 2019 2:06 PM IST

Resveratrol displayed neuroprotective effects against corticosterone by inhibiting the expression of PDE4. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Red wine helps in easing depression and anxiety symptoms

Red wine compound may help treat depression and anxiety, claims study.

28 July 2019 2:00 PM IST

HIV protein Nef is released from infected cells in vesicles that are then rapidly taken up by uninfected bystander white blood cells, impairing cholesterol metabolism in these cells. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

HIV infected cells damage cholesterol metabolism

Here's how HIV infection contribute to wide-ranging metabolic conditions.

28 July 2019 1:55 PM IST

Supplementation with vitamin D significantly improved the action of insulin in muscle tissue of participants after six months. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Take vitamin D supplements to slow progression of type 2 diabetes

Study suggests vitamin D supplementation may slow type 2 diabetes progression.

27 July 2019 12:53 PM IST

Diabetes is one of the major risk factors for pancreatic cancer. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Pancreatic cancer can be triggered by hyperglycemia

High blood sugar may elevate risk of pancreatic cancer.

27 July 2019 12:40 PM IST

The research team found that of those who identified themselves as current drinkers, just half had recalled seeing such information. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Youth are unaware of health message on alcohol bottles

Many young drinkers are unaware of health messages on alcohol packaging: Study.

27 July 2019 12:31 PM IST

Knock knee deformity was due to acquired Valgus deformities of both distal femur bones and proximal tibia bones, as found out on her pre-surgery x-rays.

How crucial software assistance before Deformity Corrective Surgery?

Post surgery, physiotherapy was started from next day after surgery and Tara is walking from third week post-surgery.

27 July 2019 10:19 AM IST

Endometriosis is a condition where the inner tissue lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

6 signs that you may be suffering from endometriosis

Endometriosis plagues more women than we know and it's important to correctly identify it.

25 July 2019 7:30 PM IST

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Get in shape this monsoon season

As a part of the campaign, every Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 7.30 am to 8.30 am.

25 July 2019 5:26 PM IST

If you are on medication for controlling your diabetes, then take it without fail. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

How to counter hyperglycemia quickly

Lower your blood sugar levels with these handy tips.

25 July 2019 2:51 PM IST

According to the findings, freshly harvested, organically managed apples harbour a significantly more diverse, more even and distinct bacterial community, compared to conventional ones. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Apple lovers beware: It carries 100 million bacteria

If the bacteria is good or bad depends on how it is grown.

25 July 2019 10:16 AM IST