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A recent JAMA study has revealed important insights about snoring in adolescents. While snoring is a common sign of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), this study found it is linked to problem behaviors but not to cognitive deficits. These findings are crucial for understanding how snoring affects adolescent health and behavior. What is Sleep-Disordered Breathing (SDB)? SDB […]

The Union Government has announced the Padma Awards 2025, celebrating the outstanding contributions of 10 individuals in the field of medicine. These awards recognize exceptional service and achievements that have advanced healthcare in India and beyond. Here is a look at this year’s recipients and their remarkable work: Padma Vibhushan: Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy: A […]

A recent controversy surrounding actor Saif Ali Khan’s health insurance claim has raised serious concerns about preferential treatment in the Indian insurance sector. The Association of Medical Consultants (AMC) has written to the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), demanding an investigation into what they believe is unfair bias. The Incident On January […]

Cyberattacks are rising worldwide, and the Indian healthcare sector has become the most targeted, according to a Check Point Software Technologies report. The report, titled The State of Global Cyber Security 2025, highlights the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive healthcare data and maintain trust in medical systems. Key Insights from the […]

New research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine highlights a vital link between muscular strength, physical fitness, and improved survival rates in cancer patients. The study suggests that tailored exercise programs focusing on building muscle strength and cardiorespiratory fitness could significantly lower the risk of death in people living with cancer. Why This […]

A new meta-analysis published in BMC Pulmonary Medicine reveals that pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) significantly improves respiratory function in patients on mechanical ventilation. The findings highlight the importance of incorporating PR into the care of critically ill patients to strengthen respiratory muscles and reduce complications associated with prolonged ventilator use. Why Pulmonary Rehabilitation Matters Mechanical ventilation […]

Anemia during pregnancy is a widespread health concern, especially in low-income countries like Malawi. A new study published in Nature Medicine shows that a single dose of intravenous ferric carboxymaltose (IV FCM) in the third trimester is far more effective at reducing anemia than traditional oral iron supplements. This finding highlights the potential of IV […]