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Of the 1434 participants studied in the Australian research, 49 per cent were of normal weight, 34 per cent were overweight and 7 per cent were obese. (Photo: ANI)

BMI can improve chances of cancer survival

Study suggests high BMI may improve cancer survival.

29 Dec 2019 1:00 PM IST

High triglycerides can clog arteries and boost chances of developing heart disease, suffering heart attacks or strokes. (Photo: AP)

Can fish oil based drug prevent heart disease?

US approves fish oil-based drug for cutting heart risks.

14 Dec 2019 2:00 PM IST

The addition of numerous health-related topics makes this Cignas most comprehensive survey to date.

Work stress taking a toll on Indians

The stress levels in India remain very high compared to other developed and emerging countries such as the US, the UK,...

30 March 2019 1:19 AM IST

The study found that 30 per cent of the parents who said they had five or more children had a heart condition such as coronary heart disease, angina or congestive heart failure. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

More children more heart trouble for parents

A big family size makes both the mother and father more vulnerable to cardiovascular diseases: Study.

27 March 2019 7:25 PM IST

Jasmine Sahaney PillaiMost dishes in restaurants and fast food joints have a high sodium content so that the food tastes better.

Junk the fast food!

Despite the presence and temptation of fast food options all around us, preparing and eating home-cooked meals is a...

10 March 2019 12:52 AM IST

Elaborate studies have proved that it has immensely benefitted people who are loners or prefer to lead a seduced life. (Photo: Pixabay)

Adopt a dog to stay healthy and motivated

Adopting dogs always have had a positive impact on the well being of the owners and their family members.

26 April 2019 4:46 PM IST

The studied factors that could affect results, such as age, race, sex, diet and lifestyle, reasons for antibiotic use, overweight or obesity, other diseases, and medication use. (Photo: Pixabay)

Excessive antibiotics may cause cardiovascular disease

Prolong antibiotic consumption linked to greater risk of cardiovascular disease in women.

29 April 2019 6:01 PM IST

Boston Marathon race director Dave McGillivray is amplifying that message for marathoners, especially those who have coronary artery disease or a family history of it. (Photo: AP)

Heart disease a concern, even for runners

How safe is running a marathon? Heart doctors say it depends.

11 April 2019 12:18 PM IST

This new method, cardiac functional MRI (cfMRI), does not require needles or chemicals being injected into the body. (Representational Photo: Pixabay)

MRI could be used to detect heart disease

Using MRI will not only be safer than present methods but also provide more detailed information.

31 May 2019 10:48 AM IST

Daily weighing flags up worsening fluid retention, while salt and fluid restrictions help keep fluid retention under control. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Loneliness: Key predictor whether heart patients follow treatment...

Studies reveal that less than 10 per cent heart failure patients follow treatment recommendations.

26 May 2019 4:06 PM IST

High blood pressure rarely has noticeable symptoms. If left untreated it can increase the risk of heart attacks or strokes. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

World Hypertension Day special: All you need to know about it

This World Hypertension Day, learn all about high blood pressure and its risks.

17 May 2019 3:20 PM IST

While more education also was associated with improved high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or good cholesterol, the researchers found that more education also was associated with a higher body-mass index (BMI) and total cholesterol. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Extended years of childhood education reduces heart problems

More years of education may reduce heart disease risk: Study.

27 Jun 2019 10:16 AM IST