Speeding up your walking pace could extend your life, say scientists who have found that a brisk or fast gait significantly reduced the risk of early death.

On World No Tobacco Day, experts from different parts of the world suggest that e-cigarette is the most practical option for smokers as it is less harmful and can reduce the health burden of smoking significantly.

The second and the final draft of National Register of  Citizens (NRC)  in Assam was released today and the names  of 40.07 lakh people have been left out from the list. Out of  3.29 crore people, a total of 2.89 crore have been found eligible and are included in the NRC. However, this is is just a draft … Read more

Scientists have developed a quick and robust blood test that can detect liver damage before the symptoms appear.

People who walk or cycle to work have a significantly lower risk of death due to heart disease or stroke, compared to those who commute by car, a study has found. Physical activity, including less vigorous forms such as walking and cycling, reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, but despite this well-known benefit, levels of … Read more

Learning to play a musical instrument or speaking another language can train your brain to be more efficient, according to a study which has found that musicians and bilingual people have a better working memory.

Removing your shoes when entering the house can help you stay slim as it prevents hormone-altering chemicals from accumulating indoors, a study suggests.

Nanoparticles derived from tea leaves can inhibit the growth of lung cancer cells, destroying up to 80 per cent of them, a team of Indian and British scientists has found. The study, published in the journal Applied Nano Materials, outlines a new method of producing a type of nanoparticle called quantum dots. “Our research confirmed … Read more

With an aim to create a ‘healthy India’ towards achieving the goal of a ‘New India’, Modi government announced to launch one of the biggest ever health programme – Ayushman Bharat. The programme will provide health cover to almost 40% population of the country, open new hospitals and boost the number of doctors in the … Read more

Changes in the body odour may help identify people infected with malaria, even when they show no symptoms of the disease, a study has found.