While many devotees complete the pilgrimage safely, inadequate preparation can increase the risk of serious health complications. People with pre-existing illnesses, senior citizens and first-time trekkers should consult their doctor well in advance.
Swelling in the feet, ankles, or lower legs can sometimes signal heart problems. Known medically as peripheral edema, this occurs when excess fluid accumulates in body tissues.
Rod Stewart was performing at West Valley City’s Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre when the incident happened.
Doctors at NYU Langone Health in the US have successfully performed the world's first lung transplant between an HIV-positive donor and an HIV-positive recipient. Experts say the breakthrough could significantly expand organ access for people living with HIV.
Sleep apnea is not just about snoring or disturbed sleep. Experts warn that it can have serious consequences for the entire body. Repeated interruptions in breathing lower oxygen levels, putting stress on vital organs such as the heart and brain.
When blood is donated, it is rarely used as whole blood. Instead, blood banks separate it into different components so that each part can be used where it is needed most. The three primary components obtained from donated blood are red blood cells, platelets, and plasma.
Changes in lip colour can indicate health issues like anaemia, low oxygen, dehydration, or nutritional deficiencies.
Owing to low oxygen levels at high altitude, the MPs experienced severe breathing difficulties and increased heart rate.
When blood volume falls, blood pressure may drop, making it harder for vital organs such as the brain, kidneys, and heart to receive the blood supply they need.
The deadly Delhi hotel fire has highlighted a little-known fact: smoke inhalation causes most fire-related deaths, often before flames reach victims. Doctors explain how toxic gases, oxygen depletion and heat can turn a room deadly within minutes.
The video has sparked discussion online about the environmental impact of climbing activities on Mount Everest.
The biggest expenses include permits, Sherpa support, specialised gear, oxygen supplies and logistics required for the climb.
The questions outnumbered solutions. Were the miners safe, or even alive? Could they be reached? How would they use regulators, gauges and oxygen tanks, diving equipment they probably would have never seen, let alone used?
Police have arrested the driver of the commercial tanker, identified as Rekharam Motaram Jat from Jalore, Rajasthan.
The feat, achieved with supplementary oxygen, surpassed a record that had stood for more than two decades and has drawn global attention to Andrews' remarkable comeback story.
Boat Storm Call 4 and Ultima Vogue 2 smartwatches launched in India with support for direct USB Type-C charging. They offer Bluetooth calling functionality and feature a 1.96-inch touchscreen display. They have a blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) sensor. The new wearables offer more than 100 sports modes and have an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.
Overcrowding, exhaustion, poor decision-making and severe oxygen deprivation continue to turn Everest into one of the deadliest places on Earth.
Located close to Everest's summit at nearly 8,790 metres, the Hillary Step lies in the notorious 'Death Zone,' where oxygen levels are critically low.
NASA plans to build a vast lunar base near the Moon’s south pole during the 2030s. Water ice, near-constant sunlight, drones, and advanced rovers could support long-term human settlement under the Artemis program.
The two workers were reportedly sent nearly eight feet deep inside a septic tank without any safety gear, oxygen support or protective equipment, they said.
Realme Watch S5 launched in India today in two colour options. It has a 1.97-inch display and is claimed to offer up to 20 days of battery life in a single charge. It offers blood oxygen (SpO2) saturation monitoring and heart rate monitoring. The Realme Watch S5 supports more than 110 sports models and has Bluetooth calling support. It is priced at Rs. 7,999 in India.
Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro smartwatch launched in China with several health tracking features. It has a 1.74-inch AMOLED colour display with up to 2000 nits peak brightness. It is advertised to offer up to 21 days of battery life on a single charge. It has a dual-light PPD sensor and offers blood oxygen saturation monitoring. It has a 5ATM water resistance rating and of...
Scientists also warn that low-oxygen rivers can release greenhouse gases and toxic metals from sediments.
Chewing might help reduce stress responses in certain people because it can lower tension and help the body move toward a calmer state.
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One natural and effective way to improve lung capacity is through yoga. There are several yoga asanas that focus on opening the chest, improving posture, and encouraging deep, controlled breathing.
NDTV Lifeline's first episode gives India a wake-up call to recognise sleep apnea as a critical public health issue
The measures, outlined under a newly notified winter air quality management framework, are intended to help authorities, businesses and residents prepare in advance for the period between November and February, when Delhi's air quality typically dete
An unprecedented Ukrainian drone strike on a major Moscow oil refinery has caused a bizarre environmental crisis, with oily "black rain" falling over parts of the Russian capital.
From a clinical point of view, infertility often develops quietly, without noticeable symptoms, especially in the early stages, and the whole process can look normal from the outside.
Naseeruddin Shah's moving portrayal of a man with dementia in Imtiaz Ali's latest movie highlights the emotional and practical challenges faced by caregivers.
The nutritionist explains that most people stay indoors, travel in cars, wear sunscreen, and avoid peak sun hours — all of which can prevent the body from producing sufficient vitamin D.
Tobacco-related cancers like oral, throat, and lung are often diagnosed late due to symptom normalization among users.

