Zydus scores major USFDA win for Ascorbic Acid injection with 180-day exclusivity
Aug 21, 2026, at 06:13 pm
Zydus Lifesciences Limited (Zydus) announces the receipt of final approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Ascorbic Acid Injection USP, 25,000 mg/50 mL (500 mg/mL) and 5,000 mg/10 mL (500 mg/mL).
Aug 21, 2026, at 09:47 am
Children, who are particularly vulnerable to the disease, account for half of the 46 suspected mpox cases identified in Guinea-Bissau – with 16 of them under the age of four.
5 everyday habits that could be quietly damaging your heart, US doctor warns
Aug 19, 2026, at 03:30 pm
Certain everyday habits can negatively affect heart health over the long term. While their impact may not be immediately noticeable, they can gradually increase the risk of cardiovascular problems.
Aug 18, 2026, at 04:51 pm
Flight attendants and pilots have the highest and second-highest proportions of radiation-related cancer deaths among more than 500 occupations in the United States, according to a new study.
Eating more of these common foods may increase prostate cancer risk, study finds
Aug 16, 2026, at 03:43 pm
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) account for nearly 60% of adults’ and 70% of children’s energy intake in the United States, a recent study has unveiled.
UN’s grim Ebola warning: One life lost every 30 minutes
Aug 15, 2026, at 06:20 pm
The Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – the fastest-growing on record and on track to become the deadliest – is killing one person every 30 minutes.
Coffee does more than wake you up? Study links consumption to metabolic health and sex hormones
Aug 14, 2026, at 09:33 am
Coffee is one of the world's most widely consumed beverages, and previous research has linked its consumption to a lower risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
NHAI tightens ambulance rules: 10-minute response mandated for highway accidents
Aug 12, 2026, at 11:19 pm
Ambulances deployed on National Highways will now have to reach accident sites within 10 minutes if the crash occurs within a 10-km radius, under stricter emergency-response norms issued by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
Over 1,900 dead in DR Congo Ebola outbreak—WHO reveals why so many are dying
Aug 11, 2026, at 03:13 pm
More than 1,900 people have died in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ebola outbreak – and most of them never made it to a treatment centre. Between 60 and 70 per cent of deaths are happening in communities far from care, a gap that is now central to the World Health Organization's response.
Daily glass of 100% fruit juice could help lower depression scores, new study finds
Aug 11, 2026, at 10:32 am
People who drink a glass of 100% fruit juice or a smoothie each day as part of the UK's 5-a-day healthy eating guidance may experience improvements in mental wellbeing, according to new research from Newcastle University.
No smoking, no diabetes, normal BP could add nearly 13 dementia-free years, study says
Aug 10, 2026, at 10:40 am
Having normal blood pressure, no diabetes and not smoking was associated with living nearly 13 years longer without dementia, according to a study published August 5, 2026, in Neurology Open Access, an official journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
Coffee lovers, rejoice! Doctor reveals why your daily cup may actually be good for you
Aug 09, 2026, at 07:41 pm
If you feel guilty about drinking coffee every day, there may be some good news. An oncologist has highlighted the potential health benefits of drinking black coffee in moderation, while a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) suggests that up to five cups of caffeinated coffee a day may be safe for most adults.
Scorching heat is hitting kids’ mental health—Here’s what experts found
Aug 08, 2026, at 02:35 pm
As record-breaking heat grips communities worldwide and Australia prepares for an intense El Niño summer, new research provides the first global review linking high temperatures and heatwaves to poorer mental health in children and young people.
Study finds poor sleep could be hurting your child's grades more than you think
Aug 07, 2026, at 09:35 am
A new UC Davis Health study published in Psychological Medicine suggests that when it comes to helping adolescents succeed in school and maintain healthy friendships, sleep may matter more than screen time, exercise or diet. This was particularly true for youth experiencing anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges.
Viagra may do more than treat erectile dysfunction—Scientists find potential cancer benefit
Aug 04, 2026, at 04:51 pm
Viagra, one of the world's most widely known treatments for erectile dysfunction, may also help curb the spread of cancer by strengthening a newly discovered cholesterol-regulating mechanism, according to a new study by researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science.
Think more protein is better? Scientists say you may want to rethink that
Aug 03, 2026, at 02:28 pm
A new review covering over 350 papers on protein restriction and ageing- publishing July 31 in the Cell Press journal Cell Press Blue-suggests that consuming less protein could have greater health benefits and could, in some cases, extend lifespan. The authors describe how protein restriction slows ageing by improving metabolism, changing how cells respond to nutrients, reducing cellular damage, and preserving healthy cell function.
No time to exercise? This walking plan could melt belly fat
Aug 03, 2026, at 02:01 pm
A new study has found that brisk interval walking performed just once a week can significantly reduce body fat and improve cardiorespiratory fitness in adults with central obesity, delivering benefits comparable to exercising three times a week—the frequency traditionally recommended in exercise guidelines.
Could cutting sugar before age 2 help prevent Dementia? New study says yes
Aug 03, 2026, at 09:54 am
Consuming less sugar in utero before birth and during the first one to two years of life was associated with a lower risk of developing dementia later in life, according to a study published July 29, 2026, in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
Want a healthier heart? This cardiologist's 30-day challenge has just 3 simple rules
Aug 02, 2026, at 11:13 pm
Improving heart health does not always require a strict diet or an intensive fitness routine. According to cardiologist Dr. Sanjay Bhojraj, adopting a few simple daily habits can significantly improve cardiovascular health and help your heart feel "years younger."
Aug 01, 2026, at 04:34 pm
A fitness coach has shared a simple approach to weight loss, arguing that people do not need to obsess over calorie counting or follow restrictive diets to achieve lasting results.
7,000+ students test HIV positive: Why Karnataka mandates HIV camps in colleges
Jul 29, 2026, at 04:38 pm
Bengaluru/IBNS: Karnataka is taking HIV awareness, counselling and voluntary testing into college campuses following a sharp rise in reported infections among young people, with more than 7,000 students and young adults aged 18 to 25 recently testing positive, according to official data cited in recent reports.
Why some people get cancer and others don't? Scientists say they've found a key answer
Jul 29, 2026, at 02:41 pm
Scientists have uncovered the first direct evidence showing that a person's inherited genes play a powerful role in determining cancer risk by influencing how tumors develop and evolve alongside acquired genetic mutations.
Can music heal the brain? Experts reveal promising therapy on World Brain Day
Jul 27, 2026, at 07:17 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: To mark World Brain Day, Manipal Hospital, Salt Lake organized a panel discussion featuring distinguished experts in neurology and music to explore the growing role of music therapy in neurological care.
India steps up fight against Hepatitis, targets elimination by 2030
Jul 27, 2026, at 04:49 pm
The Government of India has said it is systematically dismantling healthcare barriers as it works towards eliminating viral hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030.
This simple plant-based diet could slash heart disease risk by 28 percent, 20-year study finds
Jul 27, 2026, at 02:14 pm
A 20-year study of more than 65,000 postmenopausal women found that higher adherence to the Planetary Health Diet was associated with a lower risk of overall cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, stroke and heart failure.
Want to stay younger? Visiting the cinema or a museum may be the secret
Jul 26, 2026, at 06:57 pm
Higher levels of cultural engagement are significantly associated with lower physiological ageing, suggests an analysis published online in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health.
Can your lungs ever fully recover after quitting smoking? New study has a surprising answer
Jul 25, 2026, at 01:59 pm
A new study by a team of McGill researchers could help explain why people who have quit smoking remain at elevated risk of lung disease long after their last cigarette.
Night owls beware! Study links late sleep habits to belly fat, high blood sugar
Jul 22, 2026, at 09:49 am
Whether you are an early bird or a night owl, your sleep patterns can tell a lot about a person’s eating habits and subsequently the potential health risks.
Drinking up to 5 cups of coffee a day may be safe for your heart, study finds
Jul 21, 2026, at 07:07 pm
Drinking up to five cups of caffeinated coffee a day appears to be safe for most adults and may even lower the risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA). However, the organisation cautioned that high doses of caffeine from energy drinks and energy shots may pose serious risks to heart health.
India approves first-ever dengue vaccine Qdenga: Who can get it and how it works
Jul 21, 2026, at 02:12 pm
In a major step to strengthen the country's fight against dengue, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has granted marketing authorisation to Qdenga (Dengue Tetravalent Vaccine – Live, Attenuated), making it the first dengue vaccine approved in India for the prevention of the disease.