Category: Health

AIIMS Delhi Introduces Virtual Reality Facility to Enhance Medical Training

All India Institute of Medical Sciences Delhi has introduced a state-of-the-art virtual reality (VR) training centre aimed at enhancing medical education and clinical training for students. The new facility uses immersive VR technology to simulate real-life medical scenarios, allowing students to practice procedures and decision-making in a controlled, risk-free...

Harnessing the Power of Sound: Mantras, Nature, and the Human Voice

Sound is more than a sensory experience it is a profound force capable of influencing our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. In this exploration, we delve into three essential sources of sound energy sacred mantras, the natural world, and the human voice, revealing how each can enhance our...

Do Older Adults Need to Take Vitamin D and Calcium Supplements

 Bess Dawson-Hughes, MD, a senior scientist at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University, explains:As we enter our 50s, it’s time to reassess our intake of calcium, which helps mitigate bone loss, and vitamin D, which helps us absorb calcium. That’s because women...

New Reform Bill to Simplify Rules and Support Growth in Healthcare Sector

New Delhi: The Jan Vishwas Bill is expected to bring significant relief to India’s healthcare ecosystem by reducing regulatory pressure and encouraging smoother operations across the sector, according to the Ministry. The Bill focuses on decriminalising minor offences and replacing them with civil penalties, a move that could greatly...

Father’s Tobacco Use May Raise Children’s Diabetes Risk Mouse Study Finds Link Between Father’s Nicotine Exposure and Offspring’s Metabolism

New research from the University of California, Santa Cruz suggests that a father’s nicotine exposure prior to conception may influence how his offspring process sugar, potentially increasing their risk of developing metabolic disorders such as Diabetes. The study, published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society, highlights how paternal...

The Rise of Mindful Fitness: Yoga and Meditation Take Center Stage

Mindful fitness is reshaping how we approach health by combining physical exercise with mental and emotional wellness. Practices such as yoga and meditation strengthen the body while promoting stress reduction, emotional resilience, and mental clarity. Unlike traditional workouts focused solely on appearance or performance, mindful fitness encourages awareness and...

India’s Bioeconomy Enters High-Growth Phase, Eyes $200 Billion Milestone

Pic Credit: Pexel India’s bioeconomy is fast emerging as one of the country’s most dynamic growth engines, steadily approaching the $200 billion mark. Fueled by innovation, research, and a thriving startup ecosystem, the sector is redefining how science contributes to economic progress and everyday life. From Niche to Mainstream Once...