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As women age, their bone density declines, making them more susceptible to osteoporosis, a condition with weak and brittle bones, which happens due to insufficient calcium intake. Proper calcium intake is also important for hormone regulation during premenstrual syndrome, menopause, affects cardiovascular health, ensures muscle function and nerve transmission, and supports foetal development during pregnancy….
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana for Bihar, transferring Rs 10,000 each to the bank accounts of 75 lakh women in the state. The scheme, worth Rs 7,500 crore, also promises additional financial support of up to Rs 2 lakh for women to enhance their entrepreneurial skills…
NEW DELHI: In what could prove a game-changer in the Bihar polls, PM Narendra Modi will launch via video-conferencing on Friday Bihar’s Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana and directly transfer Rs 10,000 each into the bank accounts of 75 lakh women across the state.Officials said the scheme was aimed at making women “atmanirbhar” (self-reliant) and promoting…
Displaced Palestinians flee northern Gaza Strip as they walk carrying their belongings along the coastal road, near Wadi Gaza Israeli strikes across Gaza on Wednesday left more than 80 Palestinians dead, in one of the heaviest tolls reported in recent weeks, as per BBC. Hospitals in Gaza City said most of the victims were in…
Lung health is no longer an issue for smokers or elderly population. Doctors warn that children, women, and even young adults in India’s polluted towns and cities are facing lifelong damage from polluted air, second-hand smoke, and indoor cooking fuel. Experts say lung disease quietly affects both body and mind, and timely screening is as…
Bottle gourd, also called lauki or dudhi, is widely valued for its hydrating properties, low-calorie content, and rich nutritional profile. It is commonly used in curries, soups, and fresh juices, making it a staple in many households. While bottle gourd offers numerous health benefits, including weight management, improved digestion, and heart health support, it is…
Why Vitamin B12 is so important for women Vitamin B12 is a powerhouse nutrient for women’s health. It supports energy, brain function, hormone balance, and even your heart and bones. Yet surprisingly, many women don’t get enough. Low B12 can sneak up on you and quietly affect your well-being, sometimes for years, if early signs…
Most people think of a heart attack as sudden, intense chest pain, often visualising someone clutching their chest in distress. However, heart attacks do not always present this way, and the symptoms can be more subtle, especially in women. One less commonly recognised but important sign is back pain, particularly in the upper back between…
On Sept 17, his 75th birthday, PM Narendra Modi launched India’s largest-ever health outreach programme for women and children, called the Swastha Nari Sashakt Parivar health initiative, and exhorted women to actively participate in the initiative. Under the initiative, the govt is going to organise more than 10 lakh health camps between Sept 17 and…
Supreme Court; women officers (PTI file photos) NEW DELHI: Supreme Court on Wednesday criticised the ‘arbitrariness’ in how short service commission (SSC) women officers are assessed for permanent commission (PC) in the army compared to male officers.The bench of Justices Surya Kant, Ujjal Bhuyan and N Kotiswar Singh questioned why women and men are evaluated…
