Scientists have found that obesity increases risk of 13 different cancers in young adults.

Pakistan has elected Mahesh Kumar Malani of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) from Tharparkar district of Sindh province. He has become the first Hindu to be elected to the National Assembly. The 55 year old Malani defeated Zakaullah of the Grand Democratic Alliance in the NA-222 constituency.He secured 37,245 votes while Zakaullah received 18,323 votes, the … Read more

Teenagers who eat too much fast-food may be exposed to potentially harmful chemicals that disrupt hormone balance, a study warns. Phthalates, a group of chemicals used in food packaging and processing materials, are known to disrupt hormones in humans and are linked to a long list of health problems. The study, published in the journal … Read more

Scientists have identified a new human ‘organ’ consisting of a network of fluid-filled compartments that act like shock absorbers and protects tissues of vital organs from tearing.

Your skin is the mirror of your internal health.But often, we don’t care about it as much as we should.

Researchers have discovered a protein that prevents the uncontrolled proliferation of cancer cells in the liver.  

Spending some time with dogs can help boost wellness among stressed-out students, a study has found. Therapy dog sessions for stressed-out students are an increasingly popular offering at North American universities. “Therapy dog sessions are becoming more popular on university campuses, but there has been surprisingly little research on how much attending a single drop-in … Read more

Approximately 70% of the human body comprises water, present both inside and outside of the cells. Our organs, muscles and even bones have high water content.  Water is the essence of our existence but sometimes our body holds on to too much of it. Such excessive fluid build-up in the body leads to water retention. … Read more

Morning I woke up and read a whatsapp message that made me realise that today is Guru Pournima, the day of ‘Gurus’ in the tradition. Nothing doing and being self server, I wished myself first. Then thought of other plans and wished everyone else. Over the years the concept of this day is totally changed. … Read more

People suffering from dengue fever are at two times higher risk of stroke, especially during the first two months following infection, a study warns.