Health

US FDA approves new generic abortion pill, prompting backlash from Conservatives

US regulators have approved an additional generic version of the abortion pill mifepristone, a normally routine move that nevertheless angered anti-abortion activists.

Walmart's big clean-up: Artificial colours, 30 food additives to get eliminated from store brands by 2027

Walmart will remove over 30 additives from US private-label foods by January 2027, impacting brands like Great Value and Bettergoods, responding to consumer demand for cleaner ingredients.

Autism is more complex than Trump suggests, new research shows

The research shows that this brain-based condition is very complex and doesn’t have just one cause

Are public toilet seats really as dirty as we fear?

Public toilets may seem like germ hotspots, but are toilet seats the real danger? While bacteria like E. coli and viruses such as norovirus lurk in bathrooms, most infections actually spread through dirty hands, door handles, and toilet plumes after flushing

Dr explains: How AI, wearables and lifestyle choices are transforming heart health

AI, wearable devices, and telemedicine are transforming heart health, while lifestyle and environmental factors add new risks. Firstpost brings out experts’ views on how to monitor, prevent and manage heart disease effectively.

Breakthrough: Scientists treat Huntington's disease for the first time

One of the most devastating diseases in the world, Huntington's, has been successfully treated for the first time, marking a major milestone in neurology

Could Trump’s new $100,000 H-1B fee cripple US hospitals, schools?

While the focus of Donald Trump’s new $100,000 fee for every new H-1B visa, is on tech firms like Amazon and Microsoft, the rule could devastate hospitals, universities, and research institutions that depend on foreign-trained doctors, nurses, and STEM talent to fill critical staffing gaps

Is there a link between paracetamol and autism? The controversy in the US, explained

The US government is reportedly preparing to link the use of Tylenol during pregnancy with autism in children. Tylenol, the brand name for acetaminophen and known as paracetamol in many countries, is a common pain reliever used in the US, including by expectant mothers. The suggestion of a possible link to autism has led to growing doubts and concern

When sugar gets tricky: What is the rare Type 1.5 diabetes?

Latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (Lada), often called Type 1.5 diabetes, is a lesser-known condition that is frequently mistaken for Type 1. Its symptoms do not clearly match those of either Type 1 or Type 2, which can result in delayed or incorrect diagnosis and raise the risk of health problems later on. Still, it shares traits of both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes

Why joint and spine problems are rising in India and how to protect your bones

Musculoskeletal problems, including joint pain, spine issues and fractures, are becoming increasingly common across all age groups in India. Experts warn that complications from orthopedic surgeries are a growing concern particularly among patients with comorbidities like diabetes or obesity.