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Sarjna Rai

Sarjna Rai

Sarjna Rai

Sarjna Rai

Sarjna Rai

How increased screen time is triggering a rise in computer vision syndrome

As screen time increases across work and leisure, experts highlight a growing wave of digital eye strain and related health issues

How increased screen time is triggering a rise in computer vision syndrome
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 5:24 PM IST

Screen-free mealtime: Simple tips to help your child eat without a phone

Struggling to get your child off screens at the table? Expert explains the risks and share practical, easy ways to build better mealtime habits

Screen-free mealtime: Simple tips to help your child eat without a phone
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 3:38 PM IST

The 'sorted' trap: Why looking perfect online is quietly exhausting us

Behind the pressure to appear perfect online lies a quiet burnout, as experts unpack how curated identities fuel anxiety, self-doubt and a growing disconnect from real life

The 'sorted' trap: Why looking perfect online is quietly exhausting us
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 1:33 PM IST

Ovarian cysts and fibroids: What experts want every women to know

Many women develop ovarian cysts or fibroids without knowing. Experts share key differences, symptoms to watch for, and how early diagnosis can help prevent complications

Ovarian cysts and fibroids: What experts want every women to know
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 5:02 PM IST

Kimchi bacteria may help remove nanoplastics from the body: New study

Researchers found lactic acid bacteria from kimchi can trap nanoplastics and may help remove them from the body, opening up new possibilities for diet-based interventions

Kimchi bacteria may help remove nanoplastics from the body: New study
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 4:57 PM IST

Lancet study: Fortified foods close 7 bn nutrient gaps, impact can triple

Fortification is one of the most cost-effective nutrition tools, preventing billions of deficiencies each year, while still holding massive untapped potential

Lancet study: Fortified foods close 7 bn nutrient gaps, impact can triple
Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 12:39 PM IST

How cousin marriages raise the risk of genetic disorders in children

While culturally accepted, intra-family marriages can double the risk of genetic disorders, say experts, calling for greater awareness and preventive care

How cousin marriages raise the risk of genetic disorders in children
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 5:28 PM IST

New cholesterol guidelines push for earlier tests and personalised care

The latest cholesterol guidelines expand testing timelines and introduce new risk markers, helping doctors identify and manage heart disease risk earlier than before

New cholesterol guidelines push for earlier tests and personalised care
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 4:38 PM IST

How an Australian man used artificial intelligence to fight dog's cancer

AI tools helped analyse tumour data and design a custom vaccine for a dog with cancer, but experts say such treatments require careful validation

How an Australian man used artificial intelligence to fight dog's cancer
Updated On : 30 Mar 2026 | 1:47 PM IST

Why you shouldn't ignore that ringing in your ears: Experts on tinnitus

That persistent ringing in your ears may signal more than a minor issue. Experts explain causes, warning signs

Why you shouldn't ignore that ringing in your ears: Experts on tinnitus
Updated On : 27 Mar 2026 | 4:08 PM IST

New study reveals metformin's unexpected brain pathway and its wider impact

Findings show metformin acts on the brain at low doses, reshaping decades of understanding and pointing to more targeted approaches in diabetes treatment

New study reveals metformin's unexpected brain pathway and its wider impact
Updated On : 27 Mar 2026 | 3:13 PM IST

What is the UV Index? The overlooked number behind sun damage risks

Even on cooler or cloudy days, harmful UV radiation can remain high, making the UV Index a critical tool for daily protection and long-term skin health

What is the UV Index? The overlooked number behind sun damage risks
Updated On : 27 Mar 2026 | 12:50 PM IST

Skipping sunscreen indoors? Expert explains the hidden risks for you

You may not be stepping out, but your skin is still exposed as experts explain indoor light risks, pigmentation concerns and when sunscreen becomes essential

Skipping sunscreen indoors? Expert explains the hidden risks for you
Updated On : 27 Mar 2026 | 11:01 AM IST

AI as a relationship tool: Improving communication or creating distance?

Artificial intelligence may help people respond better, yet over-reliance could erode trust, intuition, and genuine emotional connection

AI as a relationship tool: Improving communication or creating distance?
Updated On : 26 Mar 2026 | 5:31 PM IST

Craving sweet, salty, or crunchy? Here is what your body is signalling

Cravings are more than indulgence. They may point to what your body lacks or how it is coping with stress, sleep, and hormonal changes, say experts

Craving sweet, salty, or crunchy? Here is what your body is signalling
Updated On : 26 Mar 2026 | 5:25 PM IST

Drinking more water for clear skin? Experts say it's not that simple

Experts say the idea that more water leads to clear skin is a myth, as skin health is shaped by multiple factors beyond hydration

Drinking more water for clear skin? Experts say it's not that simple
Updated On : 26 Mar 2026 | 1:45 PM IST

You recover, but some viruses stay: Study explains why they linger

A major study reveals how genes, immunity and lifestyle shape viral persistence and explain why some infections never fully leave the body

You recover, but some viruses stay: Study explains why they linger
Updated On : 26 Mar 2026 | 1:11 PM IST

Liquid calories: How juices, shakes and drinks may be harming your health

Beverages may seem harmless, but they can add hidden calories. Experts highlight why drinks do not fill you up and how they may contribute to weight gain and chronic disease

Liquid calories: How juices, shakes and drinks may be harming your health
Updated On : 25 Mar 2026 | 5:10 PM IST

Climate crisis or health emergency? WMO links rising heat to dengue surge

As heat intensifies, dengue is spreading faster and reaching new regions, with climate change reshaping transmission patterns and increasing global health risks

Climate crisis or health emergency? WMO links rising heat to dengue surge
Updated On : 25 Mar 2026 | 4:28 PM IST

Counting calories for weight loss? Experts explain why it may not work

Experts highlight the limits of calorie tracking and share practical, sustainable ways for long-term weight management

Counting calories for weight loss? Experts explain why it may not work
Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 5:00 PM IST