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Road transport pollution linked to one premature death every six min in 2024: Report
It added that Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) face a disproportionate burden, with the NCR accounting for 23 pc of the country's road transport-attributable paediatric asthma cases despite housing only about 5 pc of the population.
Stillbirths from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar accounted for half of country's total in 2023: Analysis
Estimates also suggest that about 5,65,900 and 3,47,300 stillbirths occurred in India in 2023, corresponding to stillbirth rates of 25.9 and 16.1 at a gestation period of 22 weeks or later and 28 weeks or later, respectively.
Mustard Oil vs Coconut Oil: Which Should You Use?
Mustard oil and coconut oil are both traditional oils, but they work differently. Mustard oil is warming, sharp, and stimulating, making it more suitable for cold weather, body massage, stiffness, and Kapha-Vata concerns. Coconut oil is cooling, soothing, and nourishing, making it more suitable for summer, Pitta-type skin, dry skin, and hair conditioning. Choosing between mustard oil and coconut oil depends on your body type, skin type, season, and purpose. Ayurveda does not treat all oils as interchangeable. It looks at the oil’s qualities, such as heating or cooling, heavy or light, sharp or soothing, and matches them with your current need. If you feel cold, stiff, heavy, or sluggish, mustard oil may be more suitable. If your skin or scalp feels heated, dry, sensitive, or irritated, coconut oil may be a better choice. Mustard Oil vs Coconut Oil at a Glance Mustard oil is warming and stimulating, while coconut oil is cooling and nourishing. Mustard oil is often used for body massage
India performs 1/3rd of world’s organ transplants, but meets fraction of country’s need
Published in The Lancet Regional Health–Southeast Asia, the study estimates that India required nearly 3.9 lakh kidney, liver, heart and lung transplants in 2021, a figure likely to rise to 4.63 lakh annually by 2040 as the population ages and chronic diseases become more common. Yet, at present, only a small proportion of patients receive a transplant.
Delhi HC issues notice on plea seeking India-specific study on artificial sweeteners; seeks Centre, FSSAI response
The petitioner has sought directions to FSSAI to undertake and complete a comprehensive, independent and India-specific scientific assessment of the long-term health implications of non-sugar and artificial sweeteners.
Ayurvedic Wellness for Women: Herbs, Tea Rituals and Daily Self-Care
There is a particular tiredness many women carry without ever naming it, a missed breakfast, a third cup of tea instead of a meal, a night of scrolling instead of sleeping. Ayurveda has always understood this. Long before "self-care" became a phrase on our screens, our texts had already laid down detailed guidance on how a woman ought to be cared for through every stage of her life. This blog looks at Ayurvedic wellness for women, the herbs that support her, the tea rituals that ground her, and the daily self-care that keeps her steady through the seasons of life. TL;DR – Ayurvedic Wellness for Women Women’s Wellness Changes by Life Stage: Ayurveda supports women through menstruation, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and ageing with personalised diet, herbs, sleep, and lifestyle care. Key Herbs Support Balance: Shatavari, Ashwagandha, Brahmi, Tulsi, Turmeric, Amla, and Guduchi are traditionally used for reproductive health, stress, sleep, immunity, digestion, skin
Why India's First Dengue Vaccine Marks a Public Health Milestone
As climate change, rapid urbanisation and population growth fuel the spread of dengue, CDSCO's approval of Takeda's Qdenga marks a significant step in India's disease prevention strategy. With reported dengue cases rising 11-fold over the past two decades, doctors say the country's first dengue vaccine could reduce severe disease, hospitalisations and deaths, while calling for its eventual inclusion in the National Immunisation Programme.
SGPGIMS researchers isolate, grow human heart valve cells in lab
SGPGIMS authorities said the research could support future work on therapies aimed at slowing or preventing valve scarring, preserving valve function and delaying or reducing the need for replacement surgeries, while also aiding biomarker discovery and drug testing.
Centre readies healthcare compliance overhaul to boost hospitals in tier-2, tier-3 cities
India plans major healthcare regulatory changes soon. These reforms aim to simplify licensing and reduce compliance burdens. The government will release a consultation paper within two months. This initiative seeks to encourage private investment in smaller cities. The goal is to improve healthcare access across the nation.
Can Coconut Oil Be Used on the Face?
Yes, coconut oil can be used on the face, mainly for dry, rough, or heat-prone skin. However, it may not suit oily, acne-prone, or congested skin because it can clog pores in some people. In Ayurveda, coconut oil is considered cooling, nourishing, and more suitable for Pitta-type skin. TL;DR – Coconut Oil for Face, Skin Type & Ayurveda Coconut Oil Can Suit Dry Skin: It may help soften dry, rough, flaky, or heat-prone skin by supporting moisture retention and skin barrier nourishment. Not Ideal for Acne-Prone Skin: Oily, congested, blackhead-prone, whitehead-prone, or active acne skin should avoid coconut oil because it may clog pores. Ayurveda Sees It as Cooling: Coconut oil is considered Sheeta, Snigdha, and nourishing, making it more suitable for Pitta-type skin and hot weather. Use Only a Small Amount: Apply a pea-sized amount or less after cleansing, preferably at night, and avoid the eye area or active breakout zones. Patch Test First: Stop using it
Over half of PM CARES, CSR-funded oxygen plants in Bengal remained non-functional after Covid: CAG
The report also flagged deficiencies in the utilisation of Covid-related funds. Of the total amount released under the Emergency COVID Response Package-II (ECRP-II), Rs 659.28 crore (65 per cent) remained unspent as of March 2022, it stated.
Andhra logs 10 fresh Covid-19 cases, tally rises to 49
Three of the new cases were reported from Guntur district, followed by NTR (two) and one each from Alluri Sitaramaraju, Eluru, Krishna, Tirupati and Visakhapatnam, said an official press release from the Health Department.
Indian scientists may have found a way to stop malaria
For years, researchers have looked for weaknesses in Plasmodium. Now, scientists from India and Britain may have struck gold, with the discovery of a protein they believe can be exploited to stop Plasmodium from multiplying, essentially blocking the disease.
4.1cr kids obese, ICMR seeks tighter curbs
Key proposals include front-of-pack nutrition labelling, restrictions on market-ing of unhealthy foods to chi-ldren, healthier school food environments, improved nutrition literacy, and fiscal measures such as taxes on foods high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS).
Yoga may improve chances of quitting tobacco by 50%, boost mental well-being: AIIMS study
The systematic review and meta-analysis, conducted by researchers from the Centre for Integrative Medicine and Research and the Centre for Community Medicine, was published in the journal Nicotine & Tobacco Research.
Researchers unveil a compound that can boost ageing muscle repair
Skeletal muscle begins to deteriorate relatively early during the ageing process. Over time, this leads to reduced strength, increased fibrosis, greater fat infiltration within muscle tissue, and a loss of fast-twitch muscle fibres responsible for rapid and forceful movements.
Bain Capital acquires Vitabiotics: UK nutraceutical giant with India’s Meyer Organics valued at $850-900 million
Private equity firm Bain Capital has agreed to acquire UK-based nutraceutical company Vitabiotics, expanding its presence in the global wellness and supplements market. The deal covers Vitabiotics’ UK business, India’s Meyer Organics and operations in Africa. The transaction value was not disclosed, but sources said the company was valued between $850 million and $900 million.
BITS Hyderabad develops smart device for instant kidney tests
Designed to make kidney screening faster and more accessible, the device delivers real-time results on a smartphone, tablet or computer, eliminating the need for expensive laboratory equipment and specialised personnel. “Unlike conventional tests that require samples to be analysed in laboratories, our platform provides instant results through an IoT-enabled system,” said Sanket Goel, one of the researchers.
