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Which exercises are effective for people with COPD?

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

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

Can air pollution affect weight gain, hormonal health? Here's what experts say

The air quality in Delhi-NCR on Friday morning was reported to be in the ‘very poor’ category with a thin layer of smog engulfing the region. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi's average air quality index (AQI) at 7.15 a.m. remained at 371

24 November,2024 02:32 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS

Standing at work can actually be detrimental to blood pressure: Study

The Finnish study from University of Turku, published in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, suggests that activity behaviour during working hours may be more relevant to 24-hour blood pressure than recreational physical activity

24 November,2024 01:35 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS

'Unproven remedies': Tata Memorial Hospital slams Sidhu’s viral cancer claim

The response was to a video of former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu surfaced in which he described his wife's treatment for her breast cancer as "starving the cancer by not eating dairy products and sugar"

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

Here’s how you can feel energetic in the morning, according to Rujuta Diwekar

Feeling energetic after waking up can not only boost mood but also set the tone for what is to follow in the day

23 November,2024 01:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Five gynaecological cancers that every woman should be aware of

Gynaecological cancer, which originates in a woman’s reproductive system, requires early detection for accurate and timely treatment

23 November,2024 12:09 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Air pollution behind surging lung cancer in non-smokers in India: Experts

A recent study published in the Lancet's eClinical Medicine Journal showed that most lung cancer patients in India are non-smokers. It is due to increased exposure to air pollution

22 November,2024 11:00 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS

Poor air quality raising dry eyes, allergies in children and adults

Even as the national capital continues to battle poor air quality, experts on Wednesday said that the toxic pollutants are raising dry eyes, irritations, and allergies in the eyes

20 November,2024 03:40 PM IST | Delhi | IANS
Air pollution behind surging lung cancer in non-smokers in India: Experts

Air pollution behind surging lung cancer in non-smokers in India: Experts

A recent study published in the Lancet's eClinical Medicine Journal showed that most lung cancer patients in India are non-smokers. It is due to increased exposure to air pollution

22 November,2024 11:00 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Poor air quality raising dry eyes, allergies in children and adults

Poor air quality raising dry eyes, allergies in children and adults

Even as the national capital continues to battle poor air quality, experts on Wednesday said that the toxic pollutants are raising dry eyes, irritations, and allergies in the eyes

20 November,2024 03:40 PM IST | Delhi | IANS
Mumbai: Doctors save 69-year-old Vasaikar’s life with high-risk heart surgery

Mumbai: Doctors save 69-year-old Vasaikar’s life with high-risk heart surgery

Tracilla Alphonso, a resident of Vasai with comorbidities like hypertension experienced pain and discomfort in the chest and around her neck in mid-September, after which she did the surgery

19 November,2024 02:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Odisha: Doctors save life of Army jawan whose heart stopped beating for 1.5 hrs

Odisha: Doctors save life of Army jawan whose heart stopped beating for 1.5 hrs

The patient, in critical condition due to heart failure, was referred to AIIMS Bhubaneswar on October 1. Shortly after his arrival, he suffered a cardiac arrest. Despite 40 minutes of conventional CPR, no cardiac activity was detected, presenting a critical decision: to declare death or attempt the cutting-edge eCPR procedure

19 November,2024 11:48 AM IST | Bhubaneshwar | ANI
IIT-M study finds oral contraceptives do not raise BP in women during workout

IIT-M study finds oral contraceptives do not raise BP in women during workout

The findings of this study have wide application and are important as it sheds light on the influence of oral contraceptives on blood pressure response to exercise in women, said Dr. Ninitha A.J., Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, IIT Madras

18 November,2024 12:41 PM IST | Chennai | IANS

IN PHOTOS: Support your children through a divorce with these 5 expert tips

Co-parenting a child through a divorce or a separation is never easy, as filmmaker Kiran Rao recently admitted. Experts reveal how to safeguard your child’s wellbeing and support them through thick and thin (Story by Anindita Paul)

25 November,2024 10:47 AM IST | Joy Manikumar
Climate change responsible for 19 per cent of rising dengue cases, finds study

Climate change responsible for 19 per cent of rising dengue cases, finds study

Climate change has the potential to spark an additional 40-60 per cent spike by 2050 — and by as much as 150-200 per cent in some areas — according to a new study

18 November,2024 12:37 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS

Air pollution spikes inflammation in patients with heart disease: Study

Air pollution spikes inflammation in patients with heart disease: Study

While previous research has shown that people with some chronic health conditions, like heart failure, coronary disease, asthma, and COPD, struggle during spikes in air pollution, the new study demonstrates that cardiac inflammation levels specifically rise in people with heart disease during periods of poor air quality

18 November,2024 12:27 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS

Air pollution raising risk of asthma, lung cancer among children: Experts

Air pollution raising risk of asthma, lung cancer among children: Experts

Long-term exposure to air pollution may cause severe harm to the lung health of children and significantly raise the risk of lung cancer and respiratory diseases

15 November,2024 02:15 PM IST | Delhi | IANS

Covid-19 driven factors led to surge in early onset of diabetes, finds study

Covid-19 driven factors led to surge in early onset of diabetes, finds study

According to the data, Covid-19 accelerated trends in diabetes and metabolic health causing alarming changes in disease onset age, weight gain and associated complications

15 November,2024 10:55 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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

    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 IST
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