Tag: Preventive Health
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Rural women-led community action key to tackling India’s metabolic diseases: Experts
Rural women at the forefront of India’s metabolic disease response Experts at a panel on public-private collaboration held at AIG Hospitals in Hyderabad highlighted an often overlooked force in India’s battle against obesity and metabolic diseases: rural women-led community action. The discussion underscored how village-level networks, women’s self-help groups, and local institutions can drive prevention,…
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Leading Neurologist Reveals Why Sudden Heart Deaths Happen and Why Looks Can Be Deceiving
Understanding the Hidden Risks: Sudden Heart Deaths and What They Don’t Look Like When we hear about someone dying suddenly from heart disease, the image that often comes to mind is a highly visible medical crisis. Yet many neurologists and cardiologists emphasize that sudden deaths from heart disease are not rare anomalies; they can be…
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Aged Garlic Extract Protects Against Disease, Experts Say
Experts Highlight Aged Garlic Extract as a Protective Agent Against Disease At a recent international symposium held in Karachi, scientists underscored the health benefits of aged garlic extract (AGE) and its potential to shield the body from a range of disease processes. Drawing on emerging research and clinical observations, delegates emphasized that AGE is more…
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Brits urged to follow 10-day Covid guideline as NHS advises caution after a positive test
UK Covid guidelines: why the NHS is asking people to observe a 10-day period With Covid-19 continuing to circulate in communities across the United Kingdom, the NHS has issued guidance encouraging anyone who tests positive to follow a 10-day period of caution. While overall case numbers have shown a marginal decline, health officials warn that…
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Grey Hair Could Signal Lower Skin Cancer Risk, New Study Finds
Grey Hair as a Possible Indicator of Melanoma Protection What if the common sign of aging — grey hair — could also reveal something hopeful about our immune defenses? A recent study highlighted by Women’s Health suggests that grey hair might be more than a cosmetic change; it could be a marker of the body’s…
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World Diabetes Day Awareness Programme at Powerpeta UPHC Shines Spotlight on Prevention
World Diabetes Day Arrives at Powerpeta UPHC In observance of World Diabetes Day, the Powerpeta Urban Primary Health Centre (UPHC) hosted a comprehensive awareness programme on Friday. The event, organized under the guidance of the District Medical & Health Officer (DM&HO), Dr. John Amrutham, brought together healthcare professionals, local officials, and community members to highlight…
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Fitbit Labs Expands Testing with Unusual Trend Detection and Hypertension Study Lab
Overview: Fitbit Labs expands testing with new health-monitoring features Fitbit Labs is quietly expanding its portfolio of experimental health features as part of a broader push toward proactive, data-driven wellness. In addition to ongoing personal health coach previews, the company is testing two new initiatives: Unusual Trend Detection and a Hypertension Study Lab. These efforts…
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Fit older male cyclists face these hidden heart risks — and why riding still matters
Why cycling remains beneficial for older adults Regular cycling is widely recognized for its cardiovascular benefits, from improving heart health to aiding weight management and mental well-being. For many older adults, cycling is a low-impact way to stay active, support joint health, and maintain independence. Yet, like any high-endurance sport, long-term, high-intensity cycling can introduce…
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Collaborative Research for a Healthier Tomorrow: Alberta’s Tomorrow Project (ATP) and the Fight Against Cancer
Collaborative Research Driving a Healthier Future Alberta’s Tomorrow Project (ATP) is a landmark longitudinal study designed to uncover why some people develop cancer and chronic diseases while others do not. Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025, ATP began recruiting participants in 2000 and has since grown to include more than 55,000 Albertans from across the…
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Arthritis in Your 30s: Doctors Warn of a Silent Epidemic Among Young Professionals
Introduction: A New front in the arthritis battle Arthritis used to be synonymous with aging. Yet orthopaedic clinics are reporting a sharp uptick in patients in their late 20s and 30s presenting with persistent joint pain, stiffness, or swelling. The common threads? long hours of sitting, limited movement, and digital habits that keep people glued…