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Your trusted source for science-backed news, expert insights, and practical guidance on health, wellness, and preventive care. In a world of rising lifestyle diseases, digital misinformation, and increasing focus on personal well-being, we bring you rigorously reported stories on nutrition, mental health, fitness, workplace wellness, and sustainable living. Whether you’re an individual, policymaker, or healthcare professional, Health with BS helps you make informed, healthier choices.

Smoking weed and tobacco accelerates brain shrinkage, say scientists

Researchers say cannabis and tobacco use is linked to reduced brain volume in key regions tied to emotions, memory, and movement, raising concerns about long-term brain health

Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 10:19 AM IST
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As generics wave builds up, Novo Nordisk slashes Ozempic, Wegovy prices

Drugmaker says it will not undertake similar steps for its oral semaglutide brand Rybelsus

Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 12:08 AM IST
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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

Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 1:33 PM IST
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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

Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 5:02 PM IST
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Can Ozempic and similar weight loss drugs cause hair loss? Experts explain

Experts explain the science behind hair loss reports, noting that the shedding is usually temporary and linked to how the body responds to rapid weight loss

Can Ozempic and similar weight loss drugs cause hair loss? Experts explain
Updated On : 06 Apr 2026 | 6:05 PM IST

How one gene therapy is helping some deaf patients hear for the first time

A single gene therapy injection has shown the ability to restore hearing in patients with a specific genetic mutation, with some beginning to respond to sound within weeks

How one gene therapy is helping some deaf patients hear for the first time
Updated On : 06 Apr 2026 | 3:01 PM IST

9 steps to improve heart health: What AHA's new diet guidelines says

Small, consistent changes in what you eat can make a big difference, and these nine steps highlight how simple habits can improve cardiovascular health

9 steps to improve heart health: What AHA's new diet guidelines says
Updated On : 06 Apr 2026 | 1:11 PM IST

Neuroscience explains why teens are so vulnerable to social media platforms

Landmark verdict intensifies calls for regulation amid concerns over addiction, depression and online harms among teenagers

Neuroscience explains why teens are so vulnerable to social media platforms
Updated On : 06 Apr 2026 | 12:06 PM IST

Just 2-3 minutes of daily intense exercise may cut risk of 8 major diseases

Even a few minutes of vigorous daily activity such as brisk walking or stair climbing, may significantly lower the risk of chronic diseases and death, highlighting the power of exercise intensity

Just 2-3 minutes of daily intense exercise may cut risk of 8 major diseases
Updated On : 06 Apr 2026 | 11:04 AM IST

Our modern vision evolved from ancient one-eyed worm creature, finds study

Evolution of paired eyes in vertebrates was key to brain growth, enabling complex behaviour and cognition, highlighting the deep link between vision and the development of larger, more advanced brains

Our modern vision evolved from ancient one-eyed worm creature, finds study
Updated On : 05 Apr 2026 | 9:26 AM IST

From fatigue to acne: Signs your gut is out of balance and how to fix it

From poor sleep to frequent infections, gut imbalance can show up across the body. Here is how to spot the signs early and correct them with the right approach

From fatigue to acne: Signs your gut is out of balance and how to fix it
Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 4:49 PM IST

Why egg and sperm freezing needs urgent attention in cancer care

As cancer treatments improve survival, experts stress early fertility discussions and preservation options so patients can make informed choices about life after treatment

Why egg and sperm freezing needs urgent attention in cancer care
Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 2:44 PM IST

Qdenga dengue vaccine nears rollout in India: What experts want you to know

With dengue rising across regions, doctors break down the vaccine's benefits, safety, and why mosquito control still remains essential

Qdenga dengue vaccine nears rollout in India: What experts want you to know
Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 1:24 PM IST

Does music help you study better or split your brain's attention in half?

Students often turn to classical music to boost focus, but does it really help? Experts explain how music interacts with the brain, mood, and cognitive capacity during study time

Does music help you study better or split your brain's attention in half?
Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 9:19 AM IST

Lymphatic massages: Helpful therapy or just another wellness trend?

As lymphatic massage gains popularity experts say it has specific medical uses but caution against claims of detox weight loss and one size fits all benefits

Lymphatic massages: Helpful therapy or just another wellness trend?
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 4:36 PM IST

What high-functioning autism really looks like in everyday work life

Behind calm conversations and routine work lies a constant effort as professionals on the autism spectrum adapt mask and manage invisible social and sensory challenges daily

What high-functioning autism really looks like in everyday work life
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 3:27 PM IST

Suboptimal diets linked to 4 million heart deaths worldwide in 2023

A global study reveals how everyday diet choices, including low intake of whole foods and high sodium consumption, are contributing to millions of heart disease deaths worldwide

Suboptimal diets linked to 4 million heart deaths worldwide in 2023
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 2:19 PM IST

World Autism Awareness Day 2026: Moving from awareness to acceptance

This World Autism Awareness day, the spotlight is on building inclusive systems that support autistic individuals in everyday life

World Autism Awareness Day 2026: Moving from awareness to acceptance
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 1:41 PM IST

A simple blood test may predict dementia risk decades before symptoms

A new study finds a blood biomarker, p-tau217, can signal dementia risk up to 25 years early, offering a crucial window for early detection, monitoring, and preventive interventions

A simple blood test may predict dementia risk decades before symptoms
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 11:07 AM IST

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

Hidden viral infections in children this season: What parents often miss

Doctors say changing symptom patterns are making viral infections in children harder to detect this season, with mild and unusual signs often going unnoticed until complications develop

Hidden viral infections in children this season: What parents often miss
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 3:49 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

American Heart Association urges people to favour plant-based proteins

It also suggested limiting the use of sugar, salt and ultra-processed foods and replacing full fat dairy with non-fat and low-fat dairy

American Heart Association urges people to favour plant-based proteins
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 3:03 PM IST

AI health chatbots won't make you better at diagnosing yourself: Study

People who used chatbots were less likely to identify the correct condition than those who didn't. They were also no better at determining the right place to seek care

AI health chatbots won't make you better at diagnosing yourself: Study
Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 2:59 PM IST