Kanpur faces worsening heatwave as IMD predicts temperature rise over next two days. Mercury hit 44.1°C, with heat index near 50°C. A heat dome is blamed for severe conditions across central and northern India.
Doctors at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital successfully performed a rare bilateral hand transplant on a 34-year-old woman who lost both hands in a farm accident, restoring her independence.
Maharashtra Medical Council elections were conducted on Sunday after weeks of legal limbo. Voter turnout was low at 13.9%. Results will be declared on Wednesday.
A premature baby weighing only 1.2 kg was successfully treated at a Bathinda hospital after 17 days in the NICU, highlighting advanced neonatal care.
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PGI Chandigarh is set to launch a unique medical museum on April 30, showcasing historical surgical tools like a 19th-century tonsil guillotine, aiming to preserve the institution's legacy and inspire future generations.
A team at SVP Hospital in Ahmedabad successfully performed a laparoscopic gastric pull-up on a 1.5-year-old with esophageal atresia, enabling oral feeding for the first time since birth.
A biodegradable stent developed in Bengaluru could eliminate repeat surgeries for liver transplant patients, dissolving after six weeks.
Victoria Hospital's TECC in Bengaluru achieved zero surgical site infections in 31,780 surgeries since 2017, a rare feat for a government hospital, thanks to strict hygiene and monitoring.
Doctors at Paras HMRI Hospital in Patna successfully performed robotic radical surgery on an 85-year-old patient to remove a 10-cm kidney tumour adherent to the spleen.
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Endothelial dysfunction is an early, reversible stage of heart disease that begins in blood vessel linings years before symptoms appear. Learn how lifestyle changes can reverse it.
Leading doctors discuss whether routine health checkups suffice after 40 and offer tailored advice for preventive care in this TOI+ series.
Manipur police arrested three persons with 5.43 kg heroin in Churachandpur. In a separate operation, 11.7 kg raw opium was seized from a man in Saidan village.
India's nutritional supplements market is booming, but a recent FSSAI raid in Delhi uncovered illegal trade in banned performance-enhancing drugs and expired health supplements.
If your current BPH treatment is ineffective, experts highlight minimally invasive alternatives that provide relief with fewer side effects and faster recovery.
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Park Hospital in Chandigarh performed the tricity's first tacker-free hernia repair using surgical glue, offering faster recovery and less pain for patients.
Diana Warren, 55, from Colchester, discovered a congenital heart defect after fainting during a bike ride. She underwent successful surgery and now cycles for charity.
Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav praised India's medical education reforms at Bharati Vidyapeeth's convocation. Sudha Murty received honorary doctorate and urged students to embrace success and failure.
Doctors warn that hidden risk factors like genetics, stress, and inflammation can cause heart attacks even in seemingly healthy individuals. Learn what to watch for.
Discover the five largest muscles in the human body, including the gluteus maximus, quadriceps femoris, and latissimus dorsi. Learn their functions and roles in movement.
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Scientists decode Leonardo da Vinci's 500-year-old heart drawings, revealing trabeculae's role in cardiovascular health through genetics and MRI studies.
Robotic surgery is revolutionizing cancer treatment in Ludhiana, offering patients less pain, smaller scars, and faster recovery times compared to traditional methods.
Researchers at AIIMS Delhi have discovered that deoxycholic acid (DCA), a gut-produced molecule, protects bones from inflammation-driven damage, offering new insights into osteoporosis treatment and the gut-bone connection.
Mamta Devi, a 33-year-old former nurse, assisted in two post-mortem examinations at Chatra Sadar Hospital after the sole worker was suspended for allegedly demanding bribes. She is reportedly the first woman in Jharkhand to take up such work.
A new Italian study examines end-of-life dreams and visions reported by terminally ill patients, finding recurring themes of reunion with loved ones and symbolic transitions.
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Doctors explain why physically fit men can still experience sperm health issues like low motility and DNA damage. Learn about hidden factors affecting male fertility.
A woman woke up with bite-like marks on her chest and posted on Reddit. Users warned of rabies from bats, urging immediate medical attention.
Moderna has initiated the first late-stage human trial for an mRNA-based H5N1 bird flu vaccine, enrolling 4,000 participants in the US and UK to evaluate safety and immunogenicity.
A 34-year-old woman from Behrampore, suffering from breathlessness for a year, underwent a Whole Lung Lavage at NRS Medical College. Doctors used 11 litres of saline to treat her rare Pulmonary Alveolar Proteinosis.
A 23-year-old pharmacy student from Nagpur collapsed at the gym from a severe brain stroke but made a remarkable recovery within just 12 days after emergency surgery, surprising his doctors.
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Cardiologists in Bengaluru are evaluating advanced procedures for high-risk cardiac patients, aiming to improve outcomes and reduce complications in complex cases.
