Not all chest pain indicates a heart attack
By: Dr. Vipul Gupta In an endeavour to aware the public that not all instances of chest pain automatically point towards a heart attack, but could also be a brain stroke, there is a dire need to raise awareness among the public on how to distinguish heart attack from a brain stroke. Chest pain can […]
Anger, sadness, boredom, anxiety emotions that feel bad can be useful
By: Heather Lench Remember the sadness that came with the last time you failed miserably at something? Or the last time you were so anxious about an upcoming event that you couldn’t concentrate for days? These types of emotions are unpleasant to experience and can even feel overwhelming. People often try to avoid them, suppress […]
Our unique smell tells everything about us
By: Aoife Morrin Hundreds of chemicals stream from our bodies into the air every second. These chemicals release into the air easily as they have high vapour pressures, meaning they boil and turn into gases at room temperature. They give clues about who we are, and how healthy we are. Since ancient Greek times, we’ve […]
The loosening nuptial knots
By: K S S Pillai The institution of marriage has been in existence since the beginning of civilization, and girls are meant to be with their parents only till their wedding, my friends point out. I am in grief after the wedding of my granddaughter has been finalized. It is difficult to believe that she […]
Role of Plastic Surgeons in Breast Cancer Treatment Teams
By: Dr Ashwini Kumar Singh Breast cancer, a diagnosis that affects millions of women globally, demands a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to ensure not only the eradication of the disease but also the restoration of physical and emotional well-being. In recent years, the integration of plastic surgeons into breast cancer treatment teams has become increasingly […]
Book review: ‘Habiba Habba Khatoon’ by Ghulam Hassan Talib
By: Rayees Ahmad Kumar Ghlam Hassan Talib hailing from the Newa village of Pulwama district nestled amidst the picturesque and fruit producing landscape, is amongst the few noted litterateurs who’s literary journey spans over many decades. Initially working as an educator, Mr Talib went on to embrace the esteemed Civil Services job by qualifying the […]
China’s doom loop
By: Jose Caballero China has announced that in 2023 its population declined from 1.4118 to 1.4097 billion people. Forecasting by the UN suggests China’s population will dip to 1.313 billion by 2050 and then down to about 800 million by 2100. This is a significant change and will have ramifications well beyond its borders. There […]
Snow leopard count: A relevant study
By: Kanchan Basu There are 718 Snow Leopards in India – in Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh, the Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) has estimated. The study, carried out between 2019 and 2023, is a major leap in the understanding of the species. The highest number of […]
Why do we need books?
By: Dr. Rizwan Rumi “Books are a uniquely portable magic,” says Stephen King, celebrated American novelist. In a world inundated with distractions and digital diversions, the timeless allure of books stands as a beacon of intellectual enlightenment and emotional solace. From the eloquent prose of classic literature to the revelatory insights of contemporary nonfiction, the […]
Weight loss and eating disorders
By: Samantha Withnell and Lindsay Bodell Up to 72 per cent of women and 61 per cent of men are dissatisfied with their weight or body image, according to a U.S. study. Globally, millions of people attempt to lose weight every year with the hope that weight loss will have positive effects on their body […]