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While among healthy people, the heart’s age was found to be similar to the chronological age, for patients with diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and atrial fibrillation, the functional heart age was significantly higher

Instead of performing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) that involves open heart surgery with a large incision and splitting of the breast bone, the TCRACT is performed through a small incision

The patient, who was brought to the hospital after experiencing difficulty walking and passing urine, had reportedly spent nearly a year isolated in his room, playing video games for up to 12 hours a day.

On an average, during the ongoing season, the AINU is treating 300 to 400 patients per day for kidney stones, a spike directly linked to dehydration, poor dietary habits, and intense heat exposure. The figure is the highest in recent years, doctors said

With the growing extent of online availability of medicine, these substitutes are now more readily available than ever. You can now have similarly effective substitutes delivered right to your doorsteps, even at a price lower than the original brand

Researchers at New York University Langone Health said that the chemicals, called phthalates, are in widespread use globally. Phthalates found in cosmetics, detergents, solvents, plastic pipes, and bug repellants have for decades been linked with an increased risk of conditions ranging from obesity and diabetes to fertility issues and cancer

Dermatologists received hands-on training, particularly focusing on suturing techniques at the event with the theme "Evolving Dermatosurgery in Daily Practice: Precision, Passion, Excellence, and Progress."

In the first instance, Nigulapu Shankar (48) and his brother Nigulapu Raju (42) from Kurannapet in Nirmal town succumbed to sunstroke. They initially fell unconscious and were declared dead by doctors

They have also been asked to review their approval process for such fixed dose combination drugs (FDC) and ensure strict compliance of the provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act 1940 and rules.

Varicose veins are usually caused by impaired functioning of the deep or superficial veins, and the perforator veins (short veins that link the superficial and deep venous systems in the legs).

Heatwaves remain a "hidden hazard" whose impacts are under-recognized due to measurement and valuation challenges. There is under-reporting of deaths and severe impact of heat waves especially in the vulnerable sections of the population including women, children and old aged, it said.

The 108 service, stationed at Kondapak, received a call from the pregnant woman Triveni (23), a migrant worker from Odisha. When medical technician Baindla Mahender and the pilot Ramesh reached the spot, they found her bleeding profusely.

The surgery marks a first-of-its-kind procedure due to the complexity involved in extracting a foreign object from such a delicate area of the brain

Yes, you heard it right. Just like a pacemaker for the heart, which ensures the heart ticks, there is a pacemaker for the brain that sends electrical impulses to specific areas of the brain, which are responsible for controlling body movements

The portal will also introduce technological solutions within the AIIMS network. The cutting-edge technologies, include facial recognition systems and automated workflows, that will ensure seamless, secure, and transparent referral processes, said the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

The Health of Nation report, based on the health screenings of 2.5 million individuals at Apollo Hospitals in the Country, has indicated that NAFLD has emerged as an important health issue linked to obesity, diabetes, and hypertension

The report titled Trends in maternal mortality shows a 40 per cent global decline in  (MMR, number of maternal deaths per 100 000 live births) between 2000 and 2023

Pediatrician from Hyderabad Dr Sivaranjini Santosh said that an appropriate amount of iodine is extremely important for the normal functioning of the human body.

Launched in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson JLABS incubated company JOGO Health, the therapy program integrates patented wearable EMG sensors and real-time biofeedback to stimulate neuroplasticity and aid patients in regaining lost muscle function, a press release said

While it is a fact that any amount of walking is far better than not walking, for a typical healthy individual with no knee pains and any other co-morbid health conditions, a one-hour of walking per day will do wonders