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In a landmark decision, the Delhi High Court has directed a Delhi Hospital to provide urgent medical treatment to an HIV-positive transwoman, despite her lack of identification documents. This compassionate ruling highlights the importance of access to healthcare as a fundamental right, regardless of identity or socio-economic barriers. The Case: Compassion Over Documentation The petitioner, […]

Semaglutide, a once-weekly medication widely used to manage Type 2 diabetes (T2D), has proven benefits in controlling blood sugar and promoting weight loss. However, a recent study published in the International Journal of Retina and Vitreous highlights a significant concern: its use may double the risk of developing nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION)—a condition […]

Metformin, a commonly prescribed medication for Type 2 diabetes (T2D), has long been recognized for its glycemic control benefits. However, a recent study published in Diabetes, Obesity, and Metabolism highlights an exciting new dimension to its benefits: a reduced risk of sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSNHL) in diabetes patients. Understanding SSNHL and Its Link to […]

AIIMS Delhi’s ₹300 Crore Leap into AI-Driven Healthcare The year 2025 is off to a transformative start for health tech in India, with AIIMS Delhi committing a whopping ₹300 crore to integrate AI-driven solutions into patient care, research, and medical education. This ambitious move underscores India’s growing momentum toward leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. […]

For decades, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, commonly known as “good cholesterol,” has been considered a reliable marker for predicting heart disease risk. However, a groundbreaking study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) suggests this long-held belief may not hold true across all racial and ethnic groups. Published in the Journal of the American […]

The harmful effects of smoking are well-documented, yet millions of people worldwide continue to smoke. A new study by behavioral scientists at University College London (UCL) sheds light on the startling impact of just one cigarette—it can reduce a smoker’s lifespan by approximately 20 minutes. Published in the journal Addiction, this study emphasizes the cumulative […]

A groundbreaking study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine reveals that the Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine, widely known for its role in tuberculosis (TB) prevention, may help reduce the risk of developing long COVID when administered during the active phase of the virus. This discovery could pave the way for new strategies for managing […]

Aerobic exercise has long been recommended for weight management, but how much exercise is enough to see meaningful results? A new meta-analysis published in JAMA Network Open provides clear evidence of the dose-response effects of aerobic exercise on reducing body weight, waist circumference, and body fat percentage in overweight and obese adults. Global Obesity Crisis […]