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This World Stroke Day, I’d like to highlight a conversation that is increasingly taking place in my clinic. Most people’s perception of a stroke is an older individual and maybe someone with a long history of high blood pressure or diabetes. But I am noticing a disturbing trend, which is younger patients aged in their…
Mumbai: The BJP in Maharashtra no longer walks on crutches; it stands on its own feet, declared Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Mumbai on Monday as he attended the bhoomipujan programme for the party’s new regional headquarters to be built near Churchgate station. He exhorted party workers to ensure the opposition is wiped out…
Comparing lifespans can be debilitating, but one striking difference is between India and Japan. Where Japan’s life expectancy is about 84.8 years , India’s is about 70.4 years, that is a rough gap of 15 years altogether. This is not just about differences in healthcare systems, but is deeply influenced by how people live every…
A new study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that the number of steps taken daily is more crucial for older women’s health than the frequency of walking. Even achieving 4000 steps just 1-2 days a week significantly lowered mortality risk. The findings suggest step volume, not the pattern of achieving it, is…
Bollywood’s three Khans, Shah Rukh, Aamir, and Salman, shared a lighthearted moment at an event. A viral video shows Aamir singing an old classic, only to be playfully interrupted by Shah Rukh mid-song. The trio’s camaraderie and Shah Rukh’s witty remark about Aamir’s ‘first public performance’ delighted fans, sparking online discussions about their bond and…
The Manjhis, Chalkis and members of tribal communities from across Bastar, welcomed the surrendered Maoists with red roses in Jagdalpur. NEW DELHI: The recent developments in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region mark a significant turning point in Country’s ongoing battle against Naxalism, a form of left-wing extremism that has plagued parts of the country for decades. The…
Source: The Washington Post (Instagram) Si Liberman, a 101-year-old American centenarian, has led an extraordinary life defined by courage and resilience. He survived a coma, a heart attack, and even enemy fire during World War II, experiences that tested both his body and mind. While genetics may have contributed to his long life, Si credits…
Humans are wired for connection, and strong social ties are one of the most consistent predictors of a longer life. In fact, studies have shown that chronic loneliness can be as harmful to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.Dr. Eliopoulos and others in the field of aging emphasize that communication and community help regulate…
Charlie Kirk (File photo) The US State Department has revoked the visas of six foreigners, accusing them of “celebrating” the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The action came on Tuesday, the day Kirk would have turned 32. The day also saw Trump formally honour his ally with a Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian…
Scientists have discovered that naked mole-rats, known for their remarkable longevity and resistance to age-related diseases, possess a unique DNA repair protein. This modified protein enhances cellular repair, unlike its human counterpart which can hinder the process. The concept of anti-ageing has been a truly fascinating concept for centuries, and people have always searched for…
