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Trump names Kolkata-born doctor-researcher to head NIH research powerhouse

Trump said Jay Bhattacharya would work with Health Secretary nominee Robert F Kennedy, Jr, to restore NIH "to a gold standard of medical research as they examine the underlying causes of, solutions to, America's biggest health challenges, including a crisis of chronic illness and disease"

28 November,2024 03:54 PM IST | New York | IANS
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Jay Bhattacharya: 5 things to know about Donald Trump's choice for head of NIH

Earlier this week, US President-elect Donald Trump has named the Kolkata-born Jay Bhattacharya as the head of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the medical research powerhouse. With origins in India, here's all you need to know about the Indian-American scientist

28 November,2024 03:53 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Exposure to air pollution may harm male and female fertility: Doctor

Dr Neha Tripathi, fertility specialist at Nova IVF Fertility in Indirapuram said pollutants present in the air like particulate matter (PM), toxic chemicals, and heavy metals can take a heavy toll on the reproductive health of males and females

28 November,2024 12:29 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
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Obesity, diabetes may raise dementia risk 10 years earlier in men: Study

Men with cardiovascular disease risk factors such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, and smoking may have brain health decline

27 November,2024 12:43 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
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Is there a link between depression and menstrual pain? Study finds out

Women suffering from depression are more likely to experience menstrual pain (also known as dysmenorrhea), finds a study on Wednesday

27 November,2024 10:42 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
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Four expert-backed tips to prevent joint pain during winters

Do your joints ache as the winter chill sets in? Cold weather can cause stiffness and pain in the joints, affecting daily life

27 November,2024 10:04 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Railways CPR video: Cardiologist shares dos and don’ts of life-saving procedure

CPR is a life-saving emergency procedure and given its critical nature, it becomes essential to administer it accurately at the correct time

26 November,2024 08:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

National Milk Day 2024: Can milk supplement Vitamin D in adults?

Every year, November 26 is observed as National Milk Day in India to mark the birth anniversary of Dr Verghese Kurien. As adults continue to suffer from Vitamin D deficiency, Mumbai experts dive into why the dairy product is important even later in life

26 November,2024 06:37 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

Which exercises are effective for people with COPD?

One common symptom and effect of COPD is difficulty in breathing. Certain kinds of exercises are not advisable in this situation

25 November,2024 07:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Navjot Singh Sidhu says wife underwent cancer treatment along with strict diet

After facing severe backlash from oncologists across the country for claiming diet can cure cancer, Navjot Singh Sidhu on Monday informed that his wife underwent surgeries, chemotherapy, hormonal and targeted therapy, along with a strict diet plan

25 November,2024 04:42 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS

India’s ban on antibiotics in animal food products to help curb AMR: Report

The ban in usage of antibiotics will enhance the quality of livestock farming in India

25 November,2024 01:25 PM IST | New Delhi

'No single magic formula for cancer,' say oncologists slamming Sidhu's claims

The oncologists slammed Sidhu, a former Member of the Rajya Sabha, for “creating sensationalism” and misguiding people

25 November,2024 01:09 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS

Antimicrobial Awareness Week: Know about the risks of Antimicrobial Resistance

According to the Global Research on Antimicrobial Resistance (GRAM), AMR causes approximately 1 million deaths annually and could result in 39 million deaths by 2050 if left unaddressed

25 November,2024 12:59 PM IST | Hyderabad | IANS

    Inside Access to Yash Birla’s home gym, fitness secrets and workout routine

    Have you ever wondered what goes into making the body of the fitness guru who also happens to be heading a business conglomerate? Or if getting a sculpted body is possible on a purely vegetarian diet? In this episode of Inside Access, Mid-day’s Katyayani Kapoor gets an Inside access to Entrepreneur and Fitness enthusiast Yash Birla's fitness routine. Mr. Yash Birla gives a peek into his favourite and not-so-favorite gym machines, spills the beans on his fitness secrets, workout routine, the newly constructed MMA ring and his pure veg diet regime. Watch the video to learn the secrets behind his sculpted body.

    01 August,2024 01:27 PM