Health

After Australia, Deloitte’s AI scandal in Canada: A global consulting crisis in the making?

Concerns over AI use in public-sector consulting have increased after Canada's Newfoundland and Labrador uncovered unverifiable citations in a $1.6 million Deloitte health workforce report. The revelation mirrors a recent Deloitte scandal in Australia, raising questions about the growing risks of AI-generated material influencing major government decisions

What is autophagy? Sonali Bendre claims it helped in cancer recovery

Bollywood actress Sonali Bendre, who was diagnosed with stage four cancer in 2018, sparked a row by crediting autophagy as being part of her 'healing process'. But what is autophagy? Can it help cancer patients?

Delhi air gets more toxic from Ethiopia volcano ash. How harmful can it be?

The volcanic ash from the eruption of a long-dormant volcano in Ethiopia reached parts of India on Monday, entering Delhi last night. Experts warn that this volcanic ash, which is made up of pieces of broken rock, minerals and volcanic glass, could further worsen the city’s already toxic air. Volcano ash and gases can also impact human health. Here’s how

Explained: How your brain remembers weight gain and keeps you fat

Have you been trying to lose weight but failing? People try all kinds of diets and exercises, and even change their lifestyles, but fail to achieve the desired effect. It may be because the brain is wired to keep you fat. Here's why

What’s the fake-fasting diet? And can it help you ‘age backwards’?

It is that time of the year when you are looking to shed some kilos before the partying begins. The ‘fake fasting’ diet, also known as the fasting mimicking diet (FMD), might be worth a try. Researchers claim it promotes weight loss with age-reversing benefits. But how do you fake fast?

Dr explains: What is epilepsy and why millions in India still go untreated

Seizures can stem from disrupted brain activity, lifestyle habits or missed triggers. Firstpost brings out experts’ views on causes, warning signs, stigma-driven delays and ways to improve epilepsy care and awareness in India.

Silent heart parasite nearly killed her: Why cardiac hydatid disease remains a diagnostic blind spot

A rare parasite can quietly grow inside the heart, imitating everyday cardiac symptoms until it becomes deadly. Few clinicians ever see it, and even fewer can treat it. Read here

US man dies from rare strain of bird flu, becoming first known fatality of H5N5

The man from Grays Harbor County, about 78 miles (125 kilometers) southwest of Seattle, had a backyard flock of domestic poultry that had been exposed to wild birds, health officials said

UK built its health service on immigrant doctors. Why are they leaving now?

The National Health Service in the UK is facing an accelerating exodus of internationally trained doctors, with new data showing departures at their highest level in a decade. Rising discrimination, limited training opportunities, pay disputes and burnout are contributing to the trend, heightening fears over a shrinking medical workforce

India probes if contamination with industrial toxin behind cough syrup deaths: Report

The solvent used to make a batch of Coldrif cough syrup could have been contaminated with a toxic chemical around the time it was supplied to the drugmaker, Sresan Pharmaceutical Manufacturer

From hobby clubs to themed dinners: How Delhi‑NCR is combating loneliness

The WHO Commission on Social Connection’s flagship report (published June 30, 2025) reveals that one in six people worldwide struggles with loneliness, a phenomenon associated with roughly 100 deaths every hour. Not just that, the Ipsos Global Survey 2021 found that 45 per cent of urban Indians felt lonelier after the pandemic, while 43 per cent reported often feeling friendless.

Cold + Pollution = Pain: Delhi’s winter creates a perfect storm for arthritis flare-ups, doctors warn

Evidence shows prolonged exposure to PM2.5 may raise arthritis risk by up to 18 per cent; specialists warn that cold weather and toxic air together are intensifying symptoms. Read here

Could your pregnancy matter? Why autism cases are rising and what parents need to know

Autism rates are rising globally and in India, with challenges in early detection, prenatal influences, and inclusive education. Experts urge routine screening and evidence-based interventions.

Blue light, flashing reels and sleep loss: How smartphones could be fuelling seizure risk

Neurologists warn rising screen time and digital exposure in India may trigger seizures in children and adults with epilepsy. Experts urge sleep hygiene, screen limits and safe device use to reduce seizure risks.