Life & Fitness

Donald Trump has gone viral for misstating Joe Biden’s medical condition, claiming the former president had “stage 9 cancer”, a classification that does not exist in oncology. The remark, made in a widely shared video, confused cancer staging with Biden’s Gleason score, a grading system used specifically for prostate cancer. The error has prompted renewed…

There’s something incredibly comforting about train travel in India, the slow chugging on the tracks, that rhythmic sound coming in, chai calls at stations, and the ease of watching beautiful landscapes, are some of the things that we love about the train travel. Apart from being budget-friendly, and offering comfort, this mode of journey is…

The tricky part: high cholesterol often has zero symptoms until it’s already causing problems like PAD, heart disease, or stroke, so regular blood tests are non‑negotiable. If walking reliably triggers leg pain, weakness, coldness, color changes, or numbness, book an appointment rather than just slowing down or blaming age.​On the plus side, the same habits…

Disgraced ex-NHS Tayside surgeon Professor Sam Eljamel. Image: DC Thomson via The Courier For years, Sam Eljamel was a respected neurosurgeon in Scotland, the head of neurosurgery at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, the man patients trusted to remove brain tumours, treat chronic pain and perform some of the most delicate operations in medicine. What they…

Whom you marry not only influences your success ahead in life, but also your body weight! New UCLA Health research reveals that the quality of your marriage significantly impacts your body weight through the brain-gut connection. Supportive relationships, particularly high-quality marriages, are linked to lower BMIs and reduced food addiction behaviors by influencing oxytocin pathways…

As interest in natural healing rises, many individuals are exploring the combination of Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines to manage various health conditions. Ayurveda emphasises natural herbs, balanced lifestyle practices, and holistic wellbeing, while allopathy relies on scientifically tested drugs and clinical research to target specific illnesses. Combining these systems may seem beneficial, offering the strengths…

It might be tempting to reuse plastic bottles, but this practice hides a world of health dangers. Microfractures can shelter unwanted bacteria, exposure to heat can release harmful chemicals, and worn surfaces are tough to keep clean. Many people refill old plastic bottles because it feels easy, cheap, and harmless. The habit looks safe on…

Bitter greens have played an important role in many cultural dietary traditions, generally used as the first course of a meal. Renowned double board-certified physician Dr. Amy Shah focuses on nutrition, gut health, and women’s wellness; she gives a rundown of the extraordinary benefits of bitter greens such as arugula-especially the wild varieties, for digestion…

Burnout has quietly become a normal part of daily life. Even when the body stops, the mind keeps running. Many people lie awake replaying conversations, worrying about tomorrow and feeling trapped in their own thoughts. Real rest becomes impossible when the brain does not know how to slow down. That is why gentle night practices…

Have you popped an antacid multiple times, thinking it is nothing? Well it turns out that while it might relieve symptoms of acidity, it can on the other hand worsen your health. Obaidur Rahman, Ortho & Sports Surgeon tell us how…Which medicines are thesePANTOP 20 PAN D and PAN 40 all contain pantoprazole, a proton…