DoctorNDTV For the better health of Indians in India and around the world. Our panel of more than 300 experts will answer your medical queries. The complete Indian Health portal from NDTV. en-us http://doctor.ndtv.com/ © Copyright NDTV Convergence Limited 2009. All rights reserved. 12:52 PM DoctorNDTV.com - Top News http://doctor.ndtv.com/images/doctor_ndtv_logo.png http://doctor.ndtv.com/ People sick with Zika virus should get plenty of bed rest, drink enough fluids, and treat pain and fever with basic medicines. Here's all you should know]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5497/type/news/Zika_Virus_Heres_All_You_Should_Know.html Parul Chopra, Sat, 27 May 2017 23:20:00 GMT Zika virus is a mosquito-borne flavivirus that was first identified in Uganda in 1947 in monkeys through a network that monitored yellow fever. It was later identified in humans in 1952 in Uganda and the United Republic of Tanzania.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5495/type/news/All_About_The_Zika_Virus_10_Quick_Facts.html Parul Chopra, Sat, 27 May 2017 22:12:00 GMT World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed the first three cases of Zika virus in India – all of them from the Bapunagar area of Ahmedabad. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5496/type/news/Heres_How_You_Can_Protect_Yourself_From_Zika_Prevention_Tips.html DoctorNDTV, Sat, 27 May 2017 22:29:00 GMT The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed three cases of Zika virus, including a pregnant woman, reported from Gujarat's Ahmedabad, the first in the country. All the cases are from the Bapunagar area of Ahmedabad. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5494/type/news/WHO_Confirms_Zika_Virus_Cases_In_India_Govt_Keeping_Close_Watch.html DoctorNDTV, Sat, 27 May 2017 21:38:00 GMT Tanning is the exposure to the sun's ultraviolent (UV) radiation which causes the darkening of skin. UV radiations cause DNA damage and oxidative stress which induce melanin production and its redistribution thus leading to darker skin colour. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5493/type/news/Natural_Remedies_To_Get_Rid_Of_The_Summer_Tan.html DoctorNDTV, Fri, 26 May 2017 12:10:00 GMT There is no such thing as a good divorce when children are involved. It is not the break-up in itself that has negative effects on the children's health, but improper handling of the situation by the parents.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5492/type/news/Going_Through_A_Divorce_7_Tips_To_Help_Your_Children_Cope_With_It.html Parul Chopra, Fri, 26 May 2017 11:50:00 GMT Parents who actively enforce bedtime rules for their children may help them get adequate sleep. Lack of sleep can have several health implications ranging from poor attention that can lead to bad grades to poor social interaction, irritability and even depression in some cases.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5491/type/news/This_Is_Why_You_Need_To_Be_Strict_About_Your_Childs_Sleep_Time.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 25 May 2017 17:29:00 GMT Thyroid disease is more common than you think and a majority of those affected don't even know they have it. If thyroid disease isn't diagnosed, it can lead to more serious problems such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and infertility. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5489/type/news/World_Thyroid_Day_2017_10_Quick_Facts_You_Must_Know_About_Thyroid_Disease.html Parul Chopra, Thu, 25 May 2017 17:32:00 GMT A Recent study claims that even a single glass of alcohol per day increases the risk of breast cancer but thankfully physical exercises can help reduce it. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5486/type/news/A_Drink_A_Day_Can_Up_Your_Breast_Cancer_Risk.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 25 May 2017 16:26:00 GMT Now, not getting enough sleep can double the chances of dying from heart disease or stroke, particularly in people with risk factors like diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure and cholesterol.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5487/type/news/Lack_Of_Sleep_Can_Boost_Death_Due_To_Heart_failure.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 25 May 2017 16:58:00 GMT New findings indicate the possibility that commonly experienced levels of air pollution not only affect heart and lung disease, but also sleep quality. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5485/type/news/Unable_To_Fall_Asleep_Blame_The_Polluted_Air.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 24 May 2017 16:04:00 GMT According to a recent study, adequate levels of Vitamin D combined with good sleep can help you manage chronic arthritis and back pain. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5484/type/news/Heres_How_Vitamin_D_And_Good_Sleep_Can_Reduce_Your_Back_Pain.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 24 May 2017 15:42:00 GMT Oil and fats have always been associated with harmful effects on health but they have essential functions in the body as well. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5483/type/news/Which_Is_The_Best_Oil_For_Consumption_Know_The_Benefits.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 23 May 2017 15:11:00 GMT The symptoms of cancer can be deceptive as they may seem to be normal and imitate those of other simple diseases. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5482/type/news/15_Symptoms_Of_Cancer_You_Should_Not_Ignore.html Parul Chopra, Mon, 22 May 2017 15:29:00 GMT It is widely accepted that if you have a glass of wine with dinner it will save you from heart disease but with the recent research evidence you might want to think over it again!]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5481/type/news/A_Drink_A_Day_Does_Not_Mean_A_Healthier_Heart.html DoctorNDTV, Mon, 22 May 2017 13:19:00 GMT Drug firm Lupin today said it has received US health regulator's approval to market generic version of Seroquel XR tablets, used in the treatment of schizophrenia, in the American market. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5480/type/news/New_Drug_For_Treating_Schizophrenia_Approved.html DoctorNDTV, Fri, 19 May 2017 11:53:00 GMT Pro-vegetarian diets (with a higher consumption of plant-based foods compared to animal-based foods) could provide substantial protection against obesity.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5479/type/news/Stick_To_A_Plant-Based_Diet_To_Reduce_Obesity.html Parul Chopra, Fri, 19 May 2017 11:39:00 GMT How you feel during your waking hours often hinges on how well you sleep. Similarly, the cure for daytime fatigue and sleep difficulties can often be found in your daily routine and lifestyle choices. Experiment with the following tips to find the ones that work best to improve your sleep.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5478/type/news/Having_Trouble_Falling_Asleep_Follow_These_Tips.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 18 May 2017 13:03:00 GMT We would tend to blame teens' poor quality of sleep on technology but a latest study points out that it may actually be because of the feeling of loneliness. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5477/type/news/Is_Your_Teen_Not_Being_Able_To_Sleep_Find_Out_If_Hes_Loney.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 18 May 2017 12:44:00 GMT Doctors are now increasingly advising their patients to not just rely on clinical readings but record fluctuations in blood pressure at regular intervals at home as well. Such readings can help ensure a more effective treatment procedure.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5476/type/news/World_Hypertension_Day_2017_Dos_And_Donts_Of_Checking_Blood_Pressure_At_Home.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 17 May 2017 14:07:00 GMT High blood pressure directly increases the risk of coronary heart disease (which leads to heart attack) and stroke, especially when it's present with other risk factors. This World Hypertension Day 2017, here's all you need to know about this silent killer.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5475/type/news/World_Hypertension_Day_2017_Causes_Risks_Treatment_of_High_Blood_Pressure.html Hansa Kanuga, Wed, 17 May 2017 12:24:00 GMT Metabolism is a chemical process in our body, which can be described as the speed of calorie burning or the number of calories we burn every day. Every person has an individual metabolic rate, and that is why some of us can eat a lot and remain slim, and some have to eat less in order to remain in a normal weight. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5472/type/news/10_Amazing_Ways_To_Boost_Your_Metabolism.html Parul Chopra, Tue, 16 May 2017 16:37:00 GMT Obesity is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and stroke. It is essential to promote the importance of maintaining a healthy weight in decreasing the risk of such diseases. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5473/type/news/13_Tips_to_Reduce_Risk_of_High_BP_Diabetes_If_You_Are_Overweight.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 16 May 2017 16:47:00 GMT So far, a total of 32 cases of dengue have been reported this year. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5471/type/news/Gearing_Up_For_Dengue_Chikungunya_Heres_All_You_Need_To_Know.html DoctorNDTV, Mon, 15 May 2017 10:45:00 GMT Worldwide Heart disease continues to be the number 1 killer in adult women. Though coronary artery disease affects both men and women, broken heart syndrome and coronary microvascular disease are seen primarily in women.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5470/type/news/Can_A_Woman_Get_A_Heart_Attack_Know_The_Risks_And_Symptoms.html Dr Sameer Gupta, Mon, 15 May 2017 09:59:00 GMT After 50, the body begins to work against you and the best diet for women is actually no diet at all. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5467/type/news/Mothers_Day_2017_The_Best_Diet_Plan_For_Your_Mother.html Parul Chopra, Sat, 13 May 2017 20:32:00 GMT Children welcome some events and are able to adapt to them with relative ease. They perceive other events as threats to their own or the family's daily routines or general sense of well-being, and these stresses are more troublesome. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5464/type/news/Signs_Your_Child_Is_Stressed_and_7_Ways_To_Help.html Parul Chopra, Fri, 12 May 2017 14:22:00 GMT You could have diabetes and not even know it. Learn about the common symptoms of type 2 diabetes. The main symptoms of diabetes are significantly increased thirst, needing to urinate more often than usual and increased hunger.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5465/type/news/7_Signs_And_Symptoms_Of_Diabetes_You_Should_Know.html Parul Chopra, Fri, 12 May 2017 14:28:00 GMT Advances in antiretroviral drugs now give young people with the disease a chance to live well into old age. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5463/type/news/Young_People_With_HIV_Can_Now_Live_Longer.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 11 May 2017 14:48:00 GMT Using commonly prescribed painkillers such as ibuprofen and diclofenac for just a week can increase the risk of a heart attack by up to 50 per cent, a new study warns.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5461/type/news/Dont_Want_To_Risk_A_Heart_Attack_Avoid_Taking_Painkillers_Regularly.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 11 May 2017 13:59:00 GMT Swine flu has claimed as many as 185 lives so far across the state of Maharashtra this year, according to a government official]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5462/type/news/Swine_Flu_Death_Toll_In_Maharahtra_Rises.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 10 May 2017 17:10:00 GMT According to a recent study, prolonged low-dose treatment with a marijuana (gaanja in Hindi) compound may help reverse memory loss and improve cognitive skills.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5460/type/news/Heres_How_You_Can_Reverse_Memory_Loss.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 10 May 2017 12:27:00 GMT It has been found that consuming cheese, milk and yogurt – even full-fat versions – does not increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5457/type/news/Is_Skimmed_Milk_Healthier_Than_Full_Cream_Milk_Not_Anymore!.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 09 May 2017 14:30:00 GMT The Delhi High Court on Monday said that there has been a surge in number of typhoid cases in the national capital because of bad drinking water quality.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5459/type/news/Delhi_HC_Worried_On_Increasing_Number_Of_Typhoid_Cases.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 09 May 2017 15:52:00 GMT The Maharashtra state government has imposed a ban on the sale of 'High in Fat, Salt and Sugar' (HFSS) food at school canteens across the state. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5458/type/news/Maharashtra_Bans_Junk_Food_in_School_Canteens_to_Curb_Obesity.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 09 May 2017 12:11:00 GMT Bullying in school has both short term and long term implications. Peer victimization is common during late childhood and early adolescence and appears to be associated with increased substance use or points to the psychological processes whereby peer victimization leads to substance use.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5456/type/news/Say_No_To_Bullying!_Increases_Risks_of_Substance_Abuse_And_Depression.html ANI, Tue, 09 May 2017 12:56:00 GMT The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) today announced the launch of the second round of the phase IV of "Mission Indradhanush" to immunise children.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5455/type/news/BMC_Launches_Mission_Indradhanush_To_Vaccinate_all_Children.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 09 May 2017 12:33:00 GMT A new drug to treat patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) has been approved in the US in 2 decades. The US FDA last week gave approval to Radicava (edaravone) for the treatment of ALS.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5454/type/news/First_New_Drug_To_Treat_ALS_In_20_Years_Approved_In_US.html DoctorNDTV, Mon, 08 May 2017 17:24:00 GMT India, considered to be the capital of thalassemia, sees some 10,000 children born with the condition every year. However, the disease is still overlooked when we talk about the burden of the disease in the country. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5451/type/news/World_Thalassemia_Day_2017_All_You_Should_Know_About_Thalassemia.html Parul Chopra, Mon, 08 May 2017 14:27:00 GMT Talking helps! A few phone calls to people who have suicidal tendencies could significantly reduce future suicide attempts and save many lives, a new study has found.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5452/type/news/A_Phone_Call_Could_Prevent_A_Suicide_Attempt.html Parul Chopra, Mon, 08 May 2017 15:32:00 GMT Do you hear any cracking or popping sounds from your knees? If yes, beware - it could be a sign of osteoarthritis.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5450/type/news/Is_Your_Knee_Making_Cracking_Sounds_Could_Be_Osteoarthritis.html Parul Chopra, Fri, 05 May 2017 16:03:00 GMT The first synthetic, soft tissue retina developed by Oxford University researchers could offer fresh hope to visually impaired people. Until now, artificial retinas have only been made from hard, rigid materials.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5449/type/news/Now_First_Synthetic_Retina_For_The_Visually_Impaired.html PTI, Fri, 05 May 2017 15:57:00 GMT A recent study has found that spending too much time on smartphones, tablets and other devices may delay speech development in toddlers. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5448/type/news/Smartphones_Making_Kids_Not_So_Smart.html DoctorNDTV, Fri, 05 May 2017 15:29:00 GMT Poor women are 60 per cent more likely to suffer from anxiety than women living in richer areas. However, whether men lived in poorer or richer areas made very little difference to their anxiety levels. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5447/type/news/High_Risk_Of_Anxiety_In_Women_Living_In_Deprived_Areas.html DoctorNDTV, Fri, 05 May 2017 12:50:00 GMT Massage positively impacts a couples' both the giver and receiver well-being, perceived stress and coping abilities as well as emotional well-being.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5446/type/news/Having_Relationship_Troubles_Massage_Your_way_out.html DoctorNDTV, Fri, 05 May 2017 12:42:00 GMT Do you crave for sweets? A new study, published in the journal Cell Metabolism seems to have found the real reason we crave sweets and it's not as simple as the love of sweets. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5445/type/news/This_Is_Why_Youve_Been_Craving_Sweets!.html Parul Chopra, Thu, 04 May 2017 12:09:00 GMT It goes without saying that physical activity is crucial when it comes to improving and maintaining health. However, for individuals with limited mobility, engaging in regular exercise is not an easy feat. A new study aims to bring us a step closer to an "exercise pill".]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5441/type/news/Pop_The_Exercise_Pill_And_Experience_Fitness_Benefits.html PTI, Thu, 04 May 2017 14:48:00 GMT Health Ministry To Launch Pneumonia Vaccine On May 13]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5444/type/news/Health_Ministry_To_Launch_Pneumonia_Vaccine_On_May_13.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 03 May 2017 16:47:00 GMT People should be informed that vaccination does not cause cancer, the Madras High Court has said in a direction to the Tamil Nadu government after a vernacular daily claimed immunisation led to cancerous growth in a boy.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5442/type/news/Madras_High_Court_Vaccination_Does_Not_Cause_Cancer.html PTI, Wed, 03 May 2017 16:24:00 GMT Recent research suggests that there is no significant difference between fasting and the other popular weight loss strategy of simply restricting how many daily calories you consume. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5440/type/news/Will_Fasting_On_Alternate_Days_Make_You_Lose_More_Weight.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 03 May 2017 13:04:00 GMT Being overweight can place extra pressure on joints and cartilage, causing them to wear away. Losing weight can help save your knees, relieve pain and reduce the risk of osteoarthritis. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5439/type/news/Lose_Weight_For_Your_Knees_Sake.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 03 May 2017 12:53:00 GMT Women who take common antibiotics to treat infections during the early stages of pregnancy may be at a two-fold higher risk of suffering a miscarriage, a new study warns. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5437/type/news/Pregnant_Women_Should_Avoid_Antibiotics_As_They_Increase_Miscarriage_Risk.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 02 May 2017 16:21:00 GMT Scientists have developed a new cancer-fighting nanoparticle aimed at shrinking breast cancer tumours, while also preventing recurrence of the disease.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5438/type/news/New_Tumour-Shrinking_Nanoparticle_To_Fight_Cancer.html PTI, Tue, 02 May 2017 16:36:00 GMT World Asthma Day is held on the first Tuesday of May each year to raise awareness, care and support for those affected by the lung condition. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5436/type/news/World_Asthma_Day_2017_Guidelines_To_Prevent_Asthma_Attacks.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 02 May 2017 11:43:00 GMT Here's all you need to know to prevent swine flu.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5435/type/news/Swine_Flu_On_The_Rise_All_You_Need_To_Know.html DoctorNDTV, Mon, 01 May 2017 16:20:00 GMT Doctors stated that occurrence of swine flu during summer season was unusual and advised people to take precautionary steps to avoid getting inflicted with swine flu, symptoms of which included high fever, cold and cough.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5402/type/news/Swine_Flu_Cases_In_Summers_Baffle_Experts_All_You_Need_To_Know.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 13 Apr 2017 13:11:00 GMT New UK research has found that obese children are four times more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than their normal-weight counterparts.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5431/type/news/Is_Your_Child_Obese_Reduce_His_Risk_Of_Diabetes.html Parul Chopra, Fri, 28 Apr 2017 16:42:00 GMT As a mother, we all know that the early years of baby growth are most crucial. With a tummy size of their fist, their nutritional requirements are much higher than that of an adult. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5424/type/news/Good_Nutrition_For_Infant_Needs_More_Than_Your_Intuition.html Dr Charu Dua, Mon, 01 May 2017 17:38:00 GMT A simple eye test can detect glaucoma nearly 20 years before the symptoms start showing. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5434/type/news/A_Simple_Eye_Test_Can_Detect_Eary_Signs_Of_Glaucoma.html DoctorNDTV, Mon, 01 May 2017 13:58:00 GMT Prostate cancer risks reduced by coffee]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5430/type/news/Drinking_Coffee_Can_Reduce_Prostate_Cancer_Risk.html DoctorNDTV, Fri, 28 Apr 2017 13:31:00 GMT India Gets Its First Free Condom Store]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5429/type/news/Love_Condoms_India_Gets_Its_First_Free_Condom_Store_To_Help_Combat_HIV.html AFP, Fri, 28 Apr 2017 18:01:00 GMT So-called Diet Foods Can Actually Make You Gain Weight]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5421/type/news/Want_To_Lose_Weight_Discard_The_So-called_Diet_Foods.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 27 Apr 2017 13:46:00 GMT British researchers have found inhaled nanoparticles enter the bloodstream through the lungs and build up in vessels over a period of time, which runs the risk of a heart attack or stroke.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5425/type/news/Air_Pollution_Linked_To_Heart_Attack_Stroke.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 27 Apr 2017 14:28:00 GMT The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization, which regulates the sale and distribution drugs in India, has reportedly found popular medication like Combiflam, a pain reliever, and D Cold Total, a cold medicine, to be substandard.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5416/type/news/Medications_Such_As_Combiflam_D_Cold_Total_And_Others_Found_To_Be_Substandard.html DoctorNDTV, Fri, 21 Apr 2017 20:17:00 GMT In addition to benefitting your heart and muscles, a regular walk also contributes to keeping your brain healthy. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5422/type/news/Walk_To_Keep_Your_Brain_Active_And_Healthy_In_Old_Age.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 26 Apr 2017 14:30:00 GMT In a breakthrough, scientists have discovered the possible cause of multiple sclerosis (MS), paving the way for new treatments that may bring hope to over 2.5 million people around the world who suffer from the debilitating disorder.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5420/type/news/What_causes_multiple_sclerosis_discovered.html PTI, Tue, 25 Apr 2017 09:57:00 GMT World Malaria Day is an international event commemorated every year on 25 April and recognizes global efforts to control malaria. The WHO has called for accelerated scale-up of efforts to prevent malaria and save lives. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5419/type/news/World_Malaria_Day_2017_Prevent_Malaria_Save_Lives.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 25 Apr 2017 09:36:00 GMT If you are overweight or obese, now is the time to lose the extra weight as a recent study has found obesity as a top cause of preventable life-years lost.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5418/type/news/Turns_Out_Being_Obese_Is_Worse_Than_Smoking.html ANI, Mon, 24 Apr 2017 01:49:00 GMT Protein markers in breast milk can help detect breast cancer at an early stage and even predict if a woman is at risk of the deadly disease, a new study has found. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5417/type/news/Breast_Milk_May_Help_Early_Detection_Of_Cancer.html PTI, Mon, 24 Apr 2017 01:35:00 GMT Researchers have reported that drinking at least one artificially sweetened beverage daily has been found to be associated with almost three times the risk of developing stroke or dementia compared to those who drank artificially sweetened beverages less than once a week. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5415/type/news/Stay_Away_From_Diet_Aerated_Drinks_May_Increase_Your_Risk_Of_Dementia.html DoctorNDTV, Fri, 21 Apr 2017 16:03:00 GMT Researchers suggest that drinking beetroot before exercising may aid brain performance for older adults. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5414/type/news/Drink_Beetroot_Juice_To_Stay_Young_And_Boost_Brain_Performance.html DoctorNDTV, Fri, 21 Apr 2017 11:34:00 GMT Each person's experience of quitting smoking is different, so some of the following tips may or may not work for you but what is important is to try and find your own ways for making quitting easier. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5413/type/news/Smoking_May_Lead_To_Cancer_Top_10_Tips_To_Quit_Smoking.html Parul Chopra, Thu, 20 Apr 2017 14:36:00 GMT Over 830 stones were removed from the gallbladder of a 60-year-old woman at a hospital in Delhi, doctors said today. The patient, suspected to be suffering from a cancerous tumour, had also been experiencing intermittent bouts of fever and was advised to go for an ultrasound and CT scan.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5381/type/news/Doctors_Remove_838_Stones_From_Womans_Gall_Bladder_In_Delhi.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 04 Apr 2017 12:34:00 GMT With temperatures soaring above 40 degrees in April, incidents of illnesses such as heatstroke, heat cramps and exhaustion are on the high. Here are a few useful tips from experts at Fortis Healthcare.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5407/type/news/The_Heat_Wave_Is_Here_Tips_To_Deal_With_It.html Parul Chopra, Mon, 17 Apr 2017 14:09:00 GMT Summer is here and the the heat is scorching. With the heat comes the sweat and rashes. Here are some tips that will help you keep body odour at bay.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5412/type/news/Keep_Body_Odour_At_Bay_This_Summer.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 19 Apr 2017 14:57:00 GMT The new wearable sweat sensors can now help diagnose diseases like cystic fibrosis and diabetes. The new model of sweat sensors requires only a trace of moisture to do its job. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5410/type/news/Wearable_Sweat_Sensors_Could_Help_Diagnose_Diseases.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 18 Apr 2017 16:15:00 GMT Recently, the health ministry had issued notification making it mandatory for all the pharma companies to carry the name of drugs at least two fonts larger than the brand name. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5409/type/news/Doctors_to_prescribe_low_cost_generic_medicines.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 18 Apr 2017 12:04:00 GMT A recent study urges parents to reduce the time their kids spend on cell phones. There has been a increase in the number of patients with neck, disk hernias and alignment problems mainly due to prolonged use of smartphones. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5406/type/news/Increased_Neck_And_Back_Pain_Due_To_Smartphones.html Parul Chopra, Mon, 17 Apr 2017 13:50:00 GMT According to recent research besides the multiple health benefits of Chia seeds, the superfood is one of the richest sources of plant based omega-3 fats that may help in bringing positive mood in people. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5403/type/news/This_Superfood_Will_Keep_You_Happy_And_Healthy.html Parul Chopra, Fri, 14 Apr 2017 11:36:00 GMT Dengue, now a seasonal menace every year in India, has arrived rather early this time. Cases are already being reported from different parts of Delhi-NCR in March and April itself, months before the monsoons. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5404/type/news/Early_Arrival_Of_Dengue_Symptoms_Risks_And_Prevention.html Parul Chopra, Fri, 14 Apr 2017 12:11:00 GMT An apple a day keeps the doctor away and now, according to a recent study day a bowl of fresh fruits a day may lower the risk of developing diabetes by 12 per cent.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5401/type/news/A_Bowl_Of_Fresh_Fruits_A_Day_Keeps_Diabetes_Away.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 13 Apr 2017 12:49:00 GMT The HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2017 has been passed in the Lok Sabha on 11th April, 2017, which aims to strengthen the rights of the people who have been suffering from HIV or AIDS. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5400/type/news/HIVAIDS_Bill_Passed_In_The_Parliament_All_You_Need_To_Know.html DoctorNDTV, Wed, 12 Apr 2017 12:52:00 GMT Swine flu has claimed more than 100 lives across Maharashtra this year, a state Health Department official said today]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5399/type/news/Swine_Flu_Death_Toll_Increases_Know_Symptoms_and_5_Tips_To_Prevent_It.html Parul Chopra, Tue, 11 Apr 2017 14:36:00 GMT A 27-year-old Ukranian national got a new lease of life after she underwent heart transplant at a hospital in neighbouring Mumbai following organ donation by the family of a young road accident victim in Surat]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5398/type/news/Ukranian_National_Receives_Heart_From_Indian_Donor.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 11 Apr 2017 14:03:00 GMT Do you have a sitting job? If so, you better we worried as it is going to add extra weight to your body, say researchers. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5396/type/news/If_You_Have_A_Sitting_Job_You_May_Have_A_Higher_Heart_Disease_Risk.html Parul Chopra, Mon, 10 Apr 2017 15:43:00 GMT There has been so much emphasis on pre-workout sncaks. We've all heard about how one should grab a snack about 45 to 60 minutes in advance and keep it small. Not anymore! A group of researchers from the University of Bath in Britain have suggested that we should exercise on an empty stomach to boost the metabolism. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5397/type/news/Benefits_Of_Exercising_On_An_Empty_Stomach.html Parul Chopra, Mon, 10 Apr 2017 15:46:00 GMT Breast Cancer survivors, having overcome the battle with cancer, can experience positive changes commonly known as post-traumatic growth (PTG). The most common theme among survivors is the increased appreciation for life and to live it to the fullest, to look after one's needs and make oneself a priority. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5395/type/news/The_Posittive_Side_To_Breast_Cancer_For_Survivors.html Parul Chopra, Mon, 10 Apr 2017 15:38:00 GMT Chronic depression doesn't just have mental implications; it can also cause serious physical health complications. And one of the possible risk people with depression face is that of heart disease.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5394/type/news/Depression_Can_Increase_Risk_Of_Heart_Disease.html DoctorNDTV, Fri, 07 Apr 2017 15:29:00 GMT On the eve of World Health Day, nothing is more befitting than discussing ways to curb depression. The central theme of this year's World Health Day is depression. According to the latest estimates released by the World Health Organisation, there was a rise of 18% in the global number of depression cases between the year 2005 and 2015.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5390/type/news/Instagram_Helps_Adolescents_Combat_Depression.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 06 Apr 2017 21:55:00 GMT From treatment through painful surgeries to the birth of an infection, antibiotics seem like an enticing fix. However, we now stand at a point of reconsideration of our ways, as results of a recent study reflect that consistent use of antibiotics at early to mid age poses high chances of benign, abnormal growths in the body potentially leading to cancer. ]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5389/type/news/Risk_Of_Cancer_From_Long_Term_Use_Of_Antibiotics.html DoctorNDTV, Thu, 06 Apr 2017 21:46:00 GMT The drug pricing regulator has directed that in cases of evidence of artificial stent shortage, the state governments can proceed against the manufacturers and seize their stent stocks as per the provisions of the Drug Price Control Order, 2013.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5351/type/news/Price_Cap_On_Stents_Hailed_By_All_But_Serious_Concerns_Remain.html , Mon, 03 Apr 2017 15:27:00 GMT Doctors at a city hospital claimed to have removed the world's largest adrenal tumour weighing 11.5 kg from a 55-year-old patient who also suffered from type 2 diabetes mellitus and hypertension.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5378/type/news/Doctors_Remove_115_kg_Tumour_From_Mans_Abdomen.html , Tue, 04 Apr 2017 12:09:00 GMT About 35 to 40 per cent children from all over the world inherit obesity from parents, says a recent research undertaken by University of Sussex even as medical experts here also feel that a similar situation prevails in India.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5380/type/news/About_40_Per_Cent_Children_Inherit_Obesity_From_Parents_Study.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 04 Apr 2017 12:27:00 GMT Over five crore Indians suffered from depression, a major contributor to global suicides which occurred mainly in low-and middle-income countries like India in 2015, a WHO study has said. The World Health Organisation in its new global health estimates on depression for 2015 said while over five crore Indians suffered from depression, over three crore others suffered from anxiety disorders. The report titled 'Depression and Other Common Mental Disorders - Global Health Estimates' said over two-thirds of global suicides were in low-and middle-income countries. The WHO document said that 322 million people are living with depression worldwide and nearly half of them live in South East Asian and Western Pacific region, reflecting relatively large populations of India and China.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5379/type/news/India_Leads_In_Suicides;_Over_5_Crore_People_Suffer_From_Depression_WHO.html , Tue, 04 Apr 2017 12:14:00 GMT Participating in yoga and deep breathing classes twice a week along with home practice may effectively reduce the symptoms of depression, a new study claims.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5382/type/news/Yoga_May_Help_Combat_Depression_Study.html , Tue, 04 Apr 2017 12:37:00 GMT The All India Institute of Medical Sciences or AIIMS has closed a counter set up exclusively to facilitate treatment for "VIPs" and the patients recommended by the Union Health Minister's office. The move comes after Union Health Minister JP Nadda expressed displeasure over the initiative taken by the AIIMS administration, hospital sources said.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5383/type/news/VIP_Counter_At_AIIMS_Closed_After_Outrage.html , Tue, 04 Apr 2017 12:42:00 GMT As many as 3.46 lakh people died of diabetes in 2015, up from 2.24 lakh in 2005, with the deadly disease climbing to the seventh position on the list of causes of deaths in the country, government said today.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5372/type/news/Nearly_35_Lakh_People_Died_Of_Diabetes_In_2015_In_India.html , Tue, 04 Apr 2017 11:27:00 GMT 2016 was particularly bad for the national capital in terms of air quality with the volume of ultrafine particulates PM 2.5 and PM 10 violating the annual safe standards by over five times in certain areas.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5373/type/news/Pollution_Delhis_Air_Quality_Plunged_Sharply_In_2016_Shows_Data.html DoctorNDTV, Tue, 04 Apr 2017 11:39:00 GMT The heart she received was donated by the family of a 55-year-old man after he was declared brain dead. For the surgery, a green corridor was created and the heart was moved from a hospital in Gurgaon to Okhla in just 27 minutes.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5375/type/news/A_New_Heart_A_New_Lease_Of_Life.html , Tue, 04 Apr 2017 11:52:00 GMT The air Indians breathe is turning more toxic by the day and an average of two deaths take place daily due to air pollution, says a new study.]]> http://doctor.ndtv.com/storypage/ndtv/id/5377/type/news/2_Indians_Die_Every_Minute_Due_To_Air_Pollution_Study.html , Tue, 04 Apr 2017 12:04:00 GMT