Anuja Jaiswal
GLP-ersonality: When weight loss drugs weigh on behaviour
Docs see patients reporting irritability and loss of drive. The answer may lie in dopamine, the brain’s reward system
Nagging neck & back pain? It may be overnight sleep strain
That’s how 6-8-hour stress on joints, discs, nerves and muscles shows up
Mistakes, negligence, pressure: Why routine surgeries go wrong
In India, the possibility of a complication on the surgical table is higher than the global average, opening an added dimension of risk
Why lifestyle & diet may hold keys to reducing risk of breast cancer
Packaged snacks, red meat and sedentariness are factors that can make big difference to threat spectrum
Why patients shouldn't choose doctors based only on online ratings
While public rating does bring in some transparency, it also oversimplifies the complexities of medical care, capturing a patient’s experience, not the doctor’s skill. It often ends up risking reputations — unfairly, without context
Explained: How HPV is linked to cancer, and why early vaccination helps
A national campaign to vaccinate 14-year-old girls against the virus that can cause cervical cancer was launched on February 28 by PM Modi. Here’s what you need to know about the threats it poses and the shield provided by the vaccine
How Parkinson’s could be read in the brain, decades before tremors show up
Disturbed sleep, constipation and mood changes may be early disease markers but not diagnostic certainties
How AI-made prescriptions are letting Indians buy restricted drugs without doctors
A TOI probe shows buying restricted drugs is now a breeze with new tech tools, exposing gaping holes in the system
Young, healthy but intolerant to exercise? You aren’t alone
Not lung disease, it’s a fallout of post-Covid deconditioning, air pollution and a sedentary lifestyle
The dirty air you are breathing could be raising your blood sugar levels
Studies show a clear link between pollution and insulin resistance, which may be quietly driving India’s diabetes burden
How a childhood check can predict a heart attack in midlife
A US study tracking children for five decades has found that high blood pressure at age seven sharply raises the risk of fatal heart attacks in midlife, a warning with implications for India’s obese, urban youth
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What four young heart attack survivors want you to know
For many in their 20s and 30s, life is about chasing dreams. But a sudden heart attack can upend everything. Anuja Jaiswal spoke to people who had to rethink ambitions, routines, and lifestyles. Yoga, diet, and mindfulness help but the fear never fully goes away. As one of them puts it: “Health is wealth — but you only realise it when you lose it”
When gut bacteria you don’t even know about can become deadly
This bacteria often strikes after the use of strong antibiotic medicines. Once it takes hold, the bug can trigger severe diarrhoea, colon damage, or even life-threatening illness
- Anuja Jaiswal
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
The 3 health conditions Salman Khan suffers from and few know anything about
Trigeminal neuralgia, brain aneurysm and arteriovenous malformation – more on these three life-altering neurological and vascular conditions
Why you need to worry about your mental health during conflicts
People of all age groups are prone to mental health issues that are often overlooked during crises like the recent faceoff between India and Pakistan. Doctors have some tips on how to cope.
Are those jalebis, sharbat and tandoor chicken safe? Your brightly coloured food has a dark side
US has banned eight artificial food dyes due to their harmful effects, and Europe has curbs in place too. How safe are our hues?
Are reels destroying your eyesight? Experts sound the alarm, especially for kids
Reels may be short, but their impact on eye health can last a lifetime. Healthcare experts are warning of 'reel-induced eye damage' impacting both children and adults due to extensive social media consumption.
Why older Indians are more prone to dangerous falls
Doctors say most tumbles happen at home but there are ways to prevent them or, at least, minimise injury
Lifeline in the womb: How surgeons are saving babies even before they are born
From twins who share a placenta to genetic and heart disorders, fetal surgery sees dramatic advances
Telogen effluvium: A hair condition you may have had or have, but are not aware of
The condition causes significant hair loss and common triggers include emotional or physical stressors, hormonal changes, and nutritional deficiencies. Managing stress through mindfulness, a balanced diet and proper rest can promote hair health and recovery.