health

New Delhi [India], October 13: Most gut-health conversations orbit yogurt, fibre, or probiotics. Rarely do cranberries enter the picture. The research suggests that dried cranberries increase healthy bacteria and decrease unhealthy bacteria. Eating dried cranberries has been linked to an increase in Bacteroidetes, bacteria associated with positive health effects. Eating them is also shown to decrease Firmicutes, bacteria associated with negative health effects including energy absorption linked to obesity. Polyphenols as prebiotic agents Cranberries are rich in polyphenols – plant compounds long praised for their antioxidant properties. Research highlights evidence that these polyphenols also act like prebiotics, which is helpful…

New Delhi [India], October 11: Medical and Health technology is changing patient care faster than ever, with new tools, digital platforms, and medical devices improving lives across the world. Behind each advance are physicians, researchers, engineers, and entrepreneurs whose work often goes unseen. Author and medical and health-tech expert Sonali Sundari Shivhare highlights these innovators in her acclaimed book Reimagining Health Inspiring Stories of Innovators at the Intersection of Health and Technology, that has gained appreciation and strong reader interest. With experience as former director of the Women’s Health Clinical Research Unit at UCLA and work with medical-technology startups, Shivhare shares real accounts of doctors, engineers, and entrepreneurs from across the globe, who push healthcare forward. The…

New Delhi [India], October 11: The bustling IT hub of Salt Lake Sector V turned into a vibrant sea of white on 10th October, 2025, as over 1200 students, faculty members, and dignitaries joined hands for a cause that touches every heart — mental health awareness. The Institute of Engineering & Management (IEM), Kolkata, part of the IEM–UEM Group, in collaboration with the University of Engineering & Management (UEM), the Lions Club of Kolkata IEM, and the Lions Club of Kolkata Salt Lake IEM, organized a powerful rally on World Mental Health Day, under the theme “IEM United for Wellness.”…

New Delhi [India], October 10: A new era in Indian healthcare has begun with the inception of EarlySure Diagnostics Limited, a visionary venture poised to revolutionize advanced cancer diagnostics in India. As the exclusive partner of global liquid biopsy leader IMBDx Inc., EarlySure is set to redefine cancer management through minimally invasive, highly accurate solutions. Leading this transformation are two changemakers: Simrithi Bathija, the Miss India International titleholder turned Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer, and Pritam Lodh, the Co-Founder & Chief Technical Officer. For Simrithi Bathija, being crowned Miss India International marked the start of a mission where elegance meets…

New Delhi [India], October 10: The International Musculoskeletal Summit (IMS) 2025 concluded triumphantly from 26 to 28 September 2025 at the prestigious Hotel Hennessy Park, Ebène, Mauritius, marking a landmark event in global musculoskeletal education and collaboration. Jointly organized by the Jaipur Institute of Pain and Sports Injuries (JIPSI)— a Centre of Excellence in sports injury and musculoskeletal care — and the Radiological Society of Mauritius, the summit brought together over 90 specialist and super-specialist doctors from 16+ countries, including the UK, Europe, Middle East (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia), South Africa, India, Southeast Asia, and Mauritius. The presence of an eminent international faculty from the United States, Europe,…

New Delhi [India], October 9: On 8th October 2025, “Project Roshni –Awareness Today, Vision for life”, an Eye Screening Initiative organized by Making The Difference Charitable Trust by the efforts of Mr. Deepak Vishwakarma, and Ms. Dwiti Mehta in collaboration with its CSR partner International Gemological Institute (IGI), a heartfelt thanks to Mr. Ishwar Iyer and Ms. Sindhu Loyal for their continuous support, has received an overwhelming response from the diamond workforce at Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), Mumbai. So far, over 3,500 beneficiaries have been screened, while more than 4,000 diamond workers have already registered and are waiting to undergo free eye…

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], October 8: Astha Dental Clinic & Implant Centre, a provider of top-notch dentistry services, was inaugurated in Naroda today. Founded by Dr. Mansi Thakkar, who has an experience of eight years, the clinic is designed to provide comprehensive dental care with the support of state-of-the-art equipment and a trained team of dental professionals. The facility combines modern technology with personalised care to offer a wide range of services, including general dentistry, tooth extraction, root filling, dental filling, cleaning and polishing, dental implants, root canal treatments, orthodontic treatment, cosmetic dentistry, tooth bonding, emergency dentistry, dentures and partials, dental…

New Delhi [India], October 1: Healthcare is not just a necessity; it is increasingly a global market opportunity. Rising treatment costs in Western countries, coupled with limited access to specialized care in developing regions, are driving patients to look beyond borders. In this evolving landscape, India has emerged as one of the strongest hubs for medical tourism — offering advanced care, internationally accredited hospitals, and skilled specialists at a fraction of the cost. Amid this global shift, The Health Harbour, a subsidiary of HominVetrix Global Pvt. Ltd., is positioning itself as more than a medical tourism facilitator. The company is building a comprehensive…

Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], September 30: Starting from the analysis of your physical and functional conditions, the innovative AI-based assessment station calculates your Wellness Age and automatically prescribes your ideal training protocol, that adapts over time. Numerous scientific studies demonstrate that regular physical exercise and healthy lifestyles are key elements in achieving healthy longevity, meaning living longer in good health. Regular physical exercise is a powerful medicine, but it requires precise posology, and Technogym can prescribe the ideal training protocol for you thanks to the analysis of your physical parameters and artificial intelligence. New Technogym Checkup – the innovative AI-based assessment station – targets your training…

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 27: World Heart Day 2025 became a moment of collective action across Bengaluru as SPARSH Hospitals brought together communities, medical professionals, and patients through a series of interconnected initiatives. From crowded metro stations to quiet hospital auditoriums, from bustling city streets to the scenic routes of a trek, the message remains constant—every beat matters, and awareness saves lives. In order to raise awareness, SPARSH Hospital combined engaging skits with live CPR demonstrations and digital initiatives like #LullabiesForParents, leaving residents better prepared for emergencies and naturally paving the way for the next phase of the campaign. The…