Genetically modified pig heart took longer than usual to beat for human receiver: Scientists
Longer ECG parameters signal heart diseases
Study finds people with low BMIs are not more active, they just eat less
Good heart health suggests low body fat may trump physical activity in long run
Residual pandemic: How India is battling long COVID
There is a huge number of people who have defeated COVID-19, but continue to suffer its debilitating long-term effects
SARS-CoV-2 can lead to heart impairment, experimental study finds
Even mild infections sustained viral presence for a month, indicating persistent infection
COVID-19 now 2nd biggest cause of death in India
Lack of preparedness makes for an asphyxiating crisis in just 8 weeks
Physical inactivity huge burden on economy but only 50% countries have dedicated policy
Rise in non-communicable diseases will cost the global economy $27 billion annually: WHO
A new study says COVID-19 vaccination is not associated with a heart attack risk
About 1,002 patients who experienced a heart attack had been vaccinated with Covishield and the rest of the 84 with Covaxin
Combination of heatwave & high air pollution may double risk of heart attack deaths: Report
Women at higher risk of fatal heart attacks during extremely hot days & older people on days with extreme cold or high PM2.5
Dual drug delivery system may make heart stents safer
A group of Indian researchers has developed a dual drug delivery therapy to minimise such stent-related complications
Non-communicable diseases rising in Pakistan, finds Lancet
Ischaemic heart disease, stroke, congenital defects, cirrhosis and chronic kidney disease among the 10 leading causes of deaths in 2019
The Borneo elephant has been overshadowed by its bigger cousins: Nurzhafarina Othman
Down To Earth speaks to Nurzhafarina Othman, a Malaysian elephant ecologist, on the little-known Borneo elephant
Study by Hyderabad scientists identifies genetic risk factors for heart failure
Team of scientists at the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology identify genetic mutations that cause dilated cardiomyopathy, a common …
A higher share of older Indian women physically active than men: Study
A greater share of those above 45 years in the rural areas are physically active compared to their urban counterparts
Wildfire smoke is an increasing threat to Canadians’ health
Older adults, people living in low-income areas, and those with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart disease and other chronic …
Human evolution didn’t stop at split from chimpanzees, 155 tiny new genes identified: Study
Some of the new genes linked with growth defects, diseases, say scientists
World Heart Day: Why India needs clear front-of-pack warnings on food items
Not all consumers understand what’s written on the packet because it is not written in the language they understand. Many do not read the label
How can I lower my cholesterol? Do supplements work? How about psyllium or probiotics?
You still need to quit smoking, reduce stress, exercise regularly and get enough sleep
Fine air particles linked with high blood pressure among teen Londoners: Study
The association was found to be stronger in girls
5 billion people globally exposed to toxic trans fat linked to heart disease: WHO
Trans fat has no known benefit but is associated with huge health risks that can burden health systems, says WHO director-general
One death from non-communicable diseases every 2 seconds: WHO recommends policies
India had one of the highest death rates from chronic respiratory diseases in 2019
Food labels misleading, India’s new dietary guidelines warn
Advisory cautions against 'sugar-free' foods, protein powder; urges consumers to read detailed information on packaging
Impact of environment on health: Africa adopts strategy for better synergy between sectors
New strategy also integrates recommendations for healthy recovery from COVID-19 pandemic
COVID-19 changes platelets, says study. Why this is harmful
Altering blood platelets can raise risk of building up life-threatening clots