The debate around raw milk has resurfaced, but now, a new concern is making headlines—raw milk cheese.A recent study published in Nature Medicine has revealed that avian influenza (H5N1)—the same virus responsible for the ongoing bird flu outbreak—can survive in raw milk cheese made from contaminated milk. This discovery brings a crucial message for both […]

In a discovery, scientists have identified a new genetic form of diabetes in babies—a rare but revealing insight into how our DNA shapes insulin production. Researchers from the University of Exeter Medical School and Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB) have traced this unique type of neonatal diabetes to mutations in the TMEM167A gene—marking it as […]

Most patients focus on what medicines to take and when to take them—but very few think about how they take them.One of the simplest yet most overlooked aspects of medication adherence is drinking enough water with your pills. It may sound trivial, but research shows that something as basic as a glass of water can […]

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death in India, striking people at a younger age than in most other countries. Despite growing awareness about exercise and nutrition, India still faces a silent cholesterol epidemic. While lifestyle changes are vital, experts now emphasize that diet alone isn’t always enough—especially for people with genetic […]

India’s medical fraternity has achieved yet another proud milestone—ten Indian pulmonologists have been recognized in Stanford University’s 2025 global list of the world’s top 2% of scientists. This prestigious recognition highlights not just individual excellence but also India’s growing contribution to global respiratory medicine, research, and innovation. 🩺 A Moment of Pride for Indian Medicine […]

What if your everyday glasses could tell when you’re tired, stressed, or even at risk of developing an eye condition—just by watching you blink? Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have created a breakthrough device called BlinkWise, an AI-powered system that transforms ordinary eyewear into a noninvasive health monitor. Using radio waves instead of cameras, […]

Medical education in India is undergoing a quiet revolution—and it’s happening online.With e-textbooks, digital libraries, and smart learning platforms, future doctors now have access to world-class resources without the burden of high costs. The Deputy Director General (Medical Education) and former Secretary of the National Medical Commission recently highlighted this transformation—one that’s reshaping how students […]

Cataracts remain one of the leading causes of vision loss worldwide, particularly among older adults. While aging and genetics play their part, research increasingly shows that what we eat every day can either protect or harm our eyesight. As doctors, it’s time we talk to patients not just about surgeries or spectacles—but also about preventive […]