Regular strength training may help improve sleep quality and make it easier for some people to fall asleep. However, the timing, intensity and consistency of exercise can matter.

President Droupadi Murmu urges celebrities to use their influence responsibly and promote healthy living amid scrutiny over surrogate tobacco advertising.

When a person smokes, nicotine stimulates the sympathetic nervous system, which can increase heart rate and cause blood vessels to narrow. As a result, the heart has to work harder to pump blood through the body, potentially causing blood pressure to rise temporarily.

REM sleep is one of the stages of the sleep cycle and is associated with dreaming, memory processing and emotional regulation. In the new study, higher amounts of REM sleep was linked to a lower risk of 83 diseases.

Long-term exposure to second-hand smoke is associated with an increased risk of lung cancer in non-smokers. The risk depends on factors including the intensity and duration of exposure.

Excess thyroid hormone exposure can be particularly concerning for certain groups. Older adults may be more vulnerable to cardiovascular effects, including problems involving the heart.

"I laughed and thought why would a positive person like me need to see a psychiatrist," Anupam Kher said

Most people focus on what's inside a kiwi, but experts say the way you eat the fruit could make a big difference to the nutrients you get from it.

If a bank offers a lower loan rate when insurance is purchased, the proposed framework would allow the customer to buy insurance from any insurer.

Air purifiers are mainly designed to clean pollutants that are suspended in the air. A HEPA filter can trap very small particles and may help reduce indoor levels of particulate matter, dust, pollen and some other airborne particles. However, the performance of a purifier depends on several factors.

Rich in protein and fibre, chana dal is both nutritious and flavourful, but cooking it can be time-consuming.

An international team of authors of the commission has warned of a "paradox of success" -- the rapid expansion of precision oncology has increased cost and complexity faster than the benefits it delivers at a population level.

Out of 100 overnight trips in India, 48 were undertaken for 'pilgrimage and religious' purposes.

To improve respiratory health, it is important to minimise exposure to polluted air, enhance indoor ventilation, adhere to workplace safety regulations, and promote physical activity.

Respiratory viral infections are extremely seasonal and are related to rainfall. The monsoon can have a significant effect on the transmission of respiratory viruses.

India has reaffirmed its goal of eliminating hepatitis B and C as public health threats by 2030. With millions affected, the focus is shifting to wider screening, vaccination, early diagnosis, free treatment and stronger primary healthcare.

Late diagnosis often means late intervention, by which, tumours have had the time to grow large enough to distort or compress the organs around them, resulting into a far more complex surgical problem.

James Copenhaver died Wednesday at Allegheny Health Network's West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh, according to a statement from the Allegheny County medical examiner cited in local media accounts.

Compared to prior guidelines, the 2026 update emphasizes the need to treat high cholesterol and fatty acids earlier in life and more aggressively in order to reduce the risk of developing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease later in life.

Figs contain calcium, potassium, and antioxidants that promote bone strength, heart health, and help maintain healthy blood pressure.

Caffeine is one of the most commonly consumed stimulants in the world, found in coffee, tea, energy drinks, pre-workout products and caffeine tablets. But this recent case from the UK has highlighted how consuming extremely high amounts of caffeine can have serious consequences.

Skipping regular health checks, sitting for hours, eating too much processed food or consistently sleeping poorly may not seem dangerous on a single day. However, when they are repeated, they can lead to high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels and other heart-related risks.

Angel Reese sat out the second half of Atlanta's 83-65 finale win over New York after a flagrant foul from Sabrina Ionescu, but coach Karl Smesko said the forward had been cleared and the decision was a precaution.

Walnuts are highly beneficial for the knees, joints, and bones primarily because they are rich in anti-inflammatory compounds and essential minerals that preserve bone health and protect cartilage from wearing down.