Health News

More than 1 in 8 Americans are now alcoholics

Two large surveys carried out in 2001-02 and 2012-13 have found that harmful levels of drinking are increasing among almost all demographics in the US. According to an analysis published in JAMA Psychiatry, the number of teetotalers is falling while high-risk drinking and alcoholism rose sharply during the 11-year period.

Aug 10, 2017

German woman has legs, left arm amputated after insect bite

Kujas' condition worsened and she was admitted to another hospital where she slipped into a coma.

Aug 9, 2017

Usher sued for exposing people to herpes: 7 things to know about the incurable disease

Lawsuits were filed against the singer for exposing three people to the sexually transmitted disease (STD).

Aug 8, 2017

Flesh eating sea fleas attack Australian teen: Top 5 things to know about the creatures

An Australian teenager attacked by flesh-eating sea creatures, here are the top things to now about this species.

Aug 7, 2017

26-year-old marketing executive diagnosed with 'binge watching' addiction

It is a lifestyle related addiction, which, like in this case, can result in critical symptoms of depression and anxiety, the doctor said.

Aug 6, 2017

Pear-shaped women are less prone to heart ailments and diabetes: Top things to know

The study stated that thin women who have pear-shaped bodies have a lesser risk of succumbing heart and liver ailments, as well as diabetes.

Aug 3, 2017

NASA is hiring a full-time Planetary Protection Officer; top 7 things to know about this alien combating job

Planetary protection officers have been employed by various space agencies in part-time roles but NASA and ESA will hire full-time employees.

Aug 2, 2017

5 things to follow in your 40s for a healthy living

Biological changes like andropause and menopause are experienced in 40s.

Aug 1, 2017

World Breastfeeding Week 2017: 7 facts to know about nursing mothers

WHO recommends at least six months of breastfeeding for the baby.

Aug 1, 2017

Duty first: Pregnant doctor performs patient's delivery before going into labour

The on-call doctor was on the way but Hess sensed the baby needed immediate attention.

Jul 31, 2017

Medical marijuana should be legalised in India, says Maneka Gandhi

Maneka Gandhi, the WCD minister, suggested that medical cannabis should be legalised in the country.

Jul 31, 2017

Angelina Jolie opens up on her Bell's Palsy: Top 7 facts to know about the condition

At times, people suffering from this condition confuse it to a stroke.

Jul 27, 2017

Eat right for your age: Top 5 things to include in your diet in your 20s and 30s

The metabolism rate of people is highest when they are in their 20s.

Jul 26, 2017

Murdered NYPD cop's wife gives birth to his baby girl after 3 years

The baby has been named Angel, which is a tribute to NYPD officer Wenjian Liu.

Jul 26, 2017

Sperm counts are plummeting among Western men

There has been a 50% decline in sperm count since the 1970s, the first global meta-analysis trends in male fertility has found.

Jul 25, 2017