Study shows social stigma comes in the way of alcoholics opting for treatment

A study says that almost half of the affected were too embarrassed to undertake treatment

The problem of overdiagnosis and overtreatment of diseases

Studies show people are receiving treatment for ailments which may never have serious implications on their health

TB vaccine may prevent infection too, says study

'BCG vaccine effective in fighting infection only in countries more than 40° latitude above the equator'

New test for diagnosing ovarian cancer accurately

ADNEX can cut down on chances of unnecessary surgery

Women over 65 most prone to cervical cancer

Regular screenings for the disease fall drastically with age

Common antibiotic linked to cardiac death

Drug increases the risk of potentially fatal heart rhythm problems

First human-to-human transmission of deadly strain of bird flu in China

Virus transmitted from infected father to daughter who cared for him in hospital; both die

Cycle or walk to work to reduce weight

New study finds link between lower body weight and active mode of transportation

Ignoring WHO, ICMR to go ahead with HCQ for COVID workers

Indian studies yet to be completed; Indian Council of Medical Research says drug is safe

Dengue on the rise: global burden is three times WHO estimate

Study shows India contributed more than one-third of burden in 2010

High salt in diet may worsen multiple sclerosis symptoms

It leads to greater risk of neurological deterioration

Your toothpaste may cause cancer

A study finds nicotine dental products contain nicotine