70 million Indian women consume smokeless tobacco, many to kill hunger
A whopping 70 million Indian women above age 15 use smokeless tobacco (SLT), which alone constitutes 63 per cent of the world's SLT consumption, according to a Union Health Ministry report on SLT.
Nov 11, 2016, 22:14 PM IST
Pregnant women at higher risk of suffering from urinary incontinence
Women who suffer from urinary incontinence are at a higher risk of it getting worse after childbirth, a study suggests.
Nov 10, 2016, 23:25 PM IST
Here's why women have sharper memory than men!
Memory loss is a well-documented consequence of the ageing process.
Nov 10, 2016, 11:22 AM IST
Breast cancer chemotherapy fails to promise relapse-free survival: Study
Contrary to expectations, the use of tailored dose-dense chemotherapy in women with high-risk early breast cancer failed to result in any statistically significant improvement in breast cancer recurrence-free survival, a study has found.
Nov 09, 2016, 23:46 PM IST
Middle-aged women have better memory than men: Study
When it comes to better memory skills, the fairer sex seems to score more than men, researchers have found.
Nov 09, 2016, 15:31 PM IST
Women remain sexually active even after 70: Study
Older women remain sexually active beyond their seventh decade of life, a new study has found.
Nov 09, 2016, 15:27 PM IST
Five ways to stay fit and prevent cancer!
Tobacco use is the single greatest risk factor for cancer mortality worldwide.
Nov 02, 2016, 10:39 AM IST
Focus on diabetes control among pregnant women, youth: Jitendra Singh
Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jitendra Singh on Friday said the government should focus on a proper diabetes control and management among pregnant women and youth, as cases among them continued to surge over the last 15 years.
Oct 28, 2016, 23:46 PM IST
Vitamin D for pregnant women should be tailor-made
Pregnant women respond differently to vitamin D supplementation depending on their individual attributes, thus the supplement levels should be tailored according to individual risk factors, suggests a research.
Oct 28, 2016, 19:44 PM IST
High estrogen: Five signs women should know!
Estrogen is responsible for the development and regulation of the women's reproductive system and vital for a woman's sexual development.
Oct 27, 2016, 23:37 PM IST
Easing labour pain may reduce postpartum depression in women
Epidural anesthesia is a regional anesthesia that blocks pain in a particular region of the body. The goal of an epidural is to provide analgesia, or pain relief, rather than anesthesia, which leads to total lack of fee
Oct 27, 2016, 16:48 PM IST
Pregnancy in young women may increase risk of stroke, says study
A new study has revealed that young pregnant women are more at risk of strokes as compared to their older counterparts of childbearing age.
Oct 25, 2016, 13:28 PM IST
ISIS terrorists escape Mosul disguised in women's clothing
ISIS terrorists escaping in the women's get up. Watch this special segment and get to know more here.
Oct 22, 2016, 00:36 AM IST
Clinical breast exam – What is it? Why, how often should you get it done?
Clinical breast exam (CBE) is a physical exam of the breasts and the underarm by a trained health professional.
Oct 20, 2016, 11:32 AM IST
Stress hormone in hair can predict IVF success, says study
A study conducted by Indian-origin researcher found that elevated levels of 'stress hormone' cortisol measured in hair can predict success rate of conceiving through In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF).
Oct 20, 2016, 00:43 AM IST
Menopause and cardiovascular disease – Risk factors, tips to keep your heart healthy
Women who have gone through early menopause, either naturally or because they have had their ovaries removed are twice as likely to develop heart disease as women of the same age, who have not yet reached menopause.
Oct 18, 2016, 10:17 AM IST
Follow these simple ways to keep your breasts healthy!
Women should keep their breasts healthy and nurtured as keeping a healthy habits you can lower the risk of developing the breast cancer.
Oct 15, 2016, 23:43 PM IST
Perceived obesity leads to lesser body satisfaction for women
In a first of its kind study, scientists examined healthy individuals and their brain activity about the perception of their respective bodies and found that the way they perceive their bodies directly trigger neural responses which can lead to body dissatisfaction.
Oct 12, 2016, 22:50 PM IST
Are home remedies to estrogen therapy safe?
Phytoestrogens are compounds from plants that are similar in structure to estrogen and are found in a variety of foods, especially soy.
Oct 11, 2016, 10:55 AM IST
Mother’s milk may protect newborn from diseases, much like vaccines: Study
Mother's milk is packed with nutrients and antibodies that help the baby fight off viruses and bacteria.
Oct 08, 2016, 23:26 PM IST
