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New Delhi and several other North Indian states have been enveloped with toxic smog for over a week, forcing authorities to enforce emergency measures. (Photo: PTI)

Delhi: Dust may not be only culprit contributing to air toxicity

A SC-appointed environment board said that particles from coal and diesel are more harmful than wind-blown dust.

19 Nov 2017 5:55 PM IST

These findings highlight the urgent need for countries to implement stronger tobacco control measures (Photo: AFP)

E-cigarettes, tobacco linked to higher risk of oral cancer

Vast majority of non-cigarette tobacco users are exposed to carcinogen levels comparable to or exceeding exposure among...

30 July 2018 8:54 AM IST

Johnson and Johnson announced paternity leave of eight weeks for new and adoptive fathers. Photo: AFP/ Representational

Johnson & Johnson baby shampoo samples fail quality test; co rejects...

We do not accept the interim results given to us, said Johnson & Johnson spokeswoman.

1 April 2019 4:06 PM IST

The use of tea leaf extract in the production of quantum dots makes the process cheaper and less poisonous to healthy cells surrounding cancerous cells. (Photo: Pixabay)

Extract from waste tea leaves offer hope of lung cancer treatment

Researchers created micro biomarkers called quantum dots to improve detection of tumours but found process greatly...

23 May 2018 12:22 PM IST

Plastic has other carcinogens as well including PVC, dioxin, and styrene, all of which are linked to cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Infertility, diabetes, cancer risk high if you microwave food in...

Scientists have found heating micorwaving food in plastic containers can cause high BP, affect fertility, damage brain...

9 May 2018 1:44 PM IST

Obesity has shifted certain cancers to younger age groups, and intensified cellular mechanisms promoting the diseases. (Photo: Pixabay)

4 foods that can cause cancer revealed

We take a look at 4 otherwise innocent looking food items that can cause cancer

29 Jun 2018 4:30 PM IST

The International Agency for Research on Cancer says, wood smoke contains at least five cancer-causing chemicals. (Photo: Pixabay)

Smoke from outdoor fire pits, BBQs can cause heart disease, lung...

Particles contained in wood smoke have strong negative effect on human health and cause lung diseases, cardiovascular...

27 Jun 2018 10:22 AM IST

Kefir may be a great way for cancer survivors to enjoy a post-exercise dairy drink (Photo: Pixabay)

Fermented milk a healthy drink for cancer survivors

Experts say kefir is source of protein and healthy bacteria which promotes anticarcinogenic activity.

14 July 2017 8:11 AM IST