Month: August 2026
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Stress and Heart Health: Can Stress Affect Your Heart?
Most people accept stress as an unavoidable part of modern life, particularly in India’s fast-paced urban centres. But there is a measurable cost to carrying chronic stress, and a significant portion of that cost is paid by the heart. A 2024 meta-analysis published in ScienceDirect, covering 33 studies and 43,641 participants, found that people with…
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How Smoking and Alcohol Increase Cancer Risk
Let’s Start with a Few Questions… Before you read any further, take a moment to answer these questions honestly. Do you smoke “only occasionally”? Do you enjoy alcohol only on weekends or during celebrations? Have you ever thought, “I’ve been doing this for years, and nothing has happened to me”? Have you promised yourself, “I’ll…
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Dengue Fever Symptoms: Early Warning Signs You Should Not Ignore
A high fever after a mosquito bite can seem harmless at first, especially during the rainy season. But dengue can change quickly, and early dengue fever symptoms should never be brushed aside. Dengue affects millions of people worldwide each year, and the first signs often look like a bad flu. Dengue Fever Symptoms to Watch…
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Can Cancer Be Prevented? Lifestyle Changes That Reduce Risk
What if small daily choices could lower your cancer risk over time? Cancer cannot always be prevented, but many cases are linked to habits and exposures we can change. That is why cancer prevention matters, and why simple lifestyle changes can make a real difference. Cancer Prevention Starts with Understanding Risk Factors Cancer risk factors…