For many on the neurodivergence spectrum, Ramadan is more than a spiritual journey; it is a significant neurological shift. When a brain thrives on predictability and specific sensory inputs, the sudden change in sleep cycles, hydration, and social stimulation can trigger a cascade of executive dysfunction. Instead of the standard advice to just be patient, …
Behavioural issues, once largely associated with adults, are now increasingly being seen in children. There is a worrying surge in problems such as aggression, violent behaviour, irritability, poor attention span, emotional outbursts, and social withdrawal among children. Excessive screen time, early exposure to mobile phones, and a lack of physical and creative activities are the …
Immune cells within a brain tumour could be taking control of sugar metabolism, breaking down fructose to suppress immune responses and promote tumour growth, a study has found. Published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the study is the first to identify a sugar metabolism driving immune suppression in glioblastoma, an …
Mumbai doctors have successfully given renewed hope to Rajiv Varwade, who was rendered quadriplegic after a devastating neck injury causing severe spinal cord compression, to stand and walk again. In the face of a grave prognosis and a prolonged lack of medical treatment, he underwent a complex, high-risk cervical spine surgery that has been miraculous …
For millions of observers worldwide, the post-Iftar slump is as much a part of Ramadan as the fast itself. We’ve all seen it: the heavy lethargy that hits right as the call for Taraweeh prayers begins. Traditional fried favourites like samosas and pakoras are cultural staples, but nutritionally, they are often energy thieves. They provide …
Talegaon: A 59-year-old hypertensive woman from Pune has regained normal breathing after battling a rare tracheal tumour. Struggling with progressive shortness of breath and stridor (noisy breathing), she received timely care at TGH Onco Life Cancer Centre, Talegaon Dabhade. Under the expertise of Dr Utkarsh R. Ajgaonkar, Dr Vivek Bande, Dr Ashish Bawiskar, Dr Madhura, …
The Indian cricket team won a thrilling T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. While cheering for India, many fans also witnessed the impressive fitness levels of players such as Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya. While their fitness routines are intense, Mumbai-based health experts, …
In an era of high-stress careers and constant digital connectivity, a good night’s sleep has become a luxury. This desperation has fuelled a massive surge in melatonin gummies — brightly coloured, sweet-tasting supplements marketed as a harmless, natural way to drift off. But Indian medical experts are sounding the alarm: melatonin is no simple vitamin; …
Science has always fascinated people around the world, and Indians have a rich history in the field because they have made some of the most important contributions in the field over the years. In fact, National Science Day, which is observed on February 28, marks the day one such Indian scientist and physicist, CV Raman, …
A 94-year-old patient suffering from repeated heart failure was successfully treated by Thane doctors with a Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) at the hospital. The patient was admitted under Dr Nitin Burkule, consultant – Interventional Cardiologist, at Jupiter Hospital. Due to severe narrowing of the heart valve, the patient had been hospitalised twice within a …
