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Metformin: How the diabetes drug is impacting the brain

A recent study has found that metformin, prescribed to those with type 2 diabetes, has a direct impact on the brain. The drug, which helps lower blood sugar, influences brain pathways. Here’s how

Ecstasy as medicine: Australia's MDMA therapy trial offers hope for PTSD, but with caveats

While Australia’s strict drug laws have long defined its approach to narcotics, a groundbreaking shift is occurring in the mental health sector.

What is BA.3.2, the new Covid variant spreading across US? Is it a cause of concern?

BA.3.2, an emerging Covid variant, has reportedly been detected in half of the United States and 22 other countries. The variant has as many as 75 mutations, far more than other strains. Dubbed 'Cicada', the strain could evade protection from current vaccines, researchers say. It was first detected in a respiratory sample in South Africa in November 2024

How strong are you? These tests may reveal women’s lifespan, says study

New research shows that simple strength tests like grip power and walking speed may offer powerful clues about women’s longevity, revealing how everyday fitness markers can help predict long‑term health outcomes.

MIND diet is shaping brain health conversations: What is it and should you try it?

Backed by growing research linking food choices to sharper cognition and reduced dementia risk, the MIND diet is steering the global conversation on brain health with its simple, science‑backed blueprint for lifelong mental wellness.

World Tuberculosis Day 2026: What’s true, what’s not, and how to stay safe

This World Tuberculosis 2026, let's debunk popular myths about TB with facts from a doctor

'Earth in a state of emergency': UN climate body warns of energy imbalance in its annual report

According to the WMO's report, the earth's climate is now 'more out of balance than at any time in observed history,' as greenhouse gas concentrations continue driving heat records on land and sea.

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Doctor explains: How meningitis B spreads in social settings and why it’s so dangerous

With meningitis B emerging as a fast-moving and potentially fatal infection in the UK, Firstpost brings out a doctor’s view on how it spreads, the symptoms to watch for and ways to stay protected

Meningitis outbreak in UK: Chorus grows for mass rollout of vaccination as cases spike

A meningitis outbreak in the UK has intensified calls for wider vaccination as cases rise, exposing gaps in coverage and prompting debate over expanding access to protect high-risk groups, especially young people.

India’s Ozempic moment: Why country could see a boom in cheap weight-loss drugs

India’s semaglutide patent expiry has triggered a wave of cheaper generic versions of Ozempic, slashing prices and expanding access to diabetes and obesity treatment. With dozens of drugmakers entering the market, the country could change global affordability

Meningitis outbreak: Health alerts issued in UK as cases rise to 27

Public health officials have escalated their response in the South East following the confirmation of six additional meningitis infections, bringing a specific local cluster to twenty seven cases.

Are low-cost anti-obesity drugs finally coming to India?

The patent on Semaglutide, an active ingredient in most weight-loss drugs is set to expire on March 20, making generic anti-obesity medicines much cheaper. It carries the potential to transform how the country confronts its rapidly deepening obesity crisis.

3 lakh girls immunised in 2 weeks: How India’s HPV vaccination drive could save lives

The Centre has reported a strong start to the nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme, with around three lakh girls aged 14 immunised within two weeks of its rollout. States like Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Odisha, and Mizoram are leading the rollout

2 die amid meningitis outbreak in UK: Are young people more at risk from this disease?

A meningitis outbreak has caused panic and concern in the United Kingdom after two students have died and 11 others are seriously ill in hospital. Health authorities note that the outbreak is linked to student populations in the city of Canterbury, Kent. But what do we know about this disease?

Scientists reveal 'whale protein' can extend human life to 200 years

Whale proteins in DNA repair and cell protection may help extend human lifespan and reduce cancer risk

Can ChatGPT help create vaccines for diseases?

Paul Conyngham, an Australian tech entrepreneur, has claimed he used both OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google DeepMind’s AlphaFold to help design an mRNA vaccine to try to treat his dog Rosie’s cancer

Trending vs Truth: CNN-News18 Launches ‘Health Matters’ to Decode Health Trends

CNN-News18 has launched Health Matters, a new weekend show offering evidence-based discussions on health and wellness. Anchored by Hem Kaur Saroya and Himani Chandna, the programme aims to counter viral misinformation with expert insights on lifestyle diseases, fitness trends and preventive healthcare.

Can taking a multivitamin daily help slow biological ageing?

A new study shows that taking a multivitamin every day for two years appears to slow some markers of biological ageing. Researchers who conducted the study, published in Nature Medicine, called the results 'encouraging' but added that more studies are needed

Doctor explains: How India’s eye-care gap threatens 2030 goal to eliminate avoidable blindness