Stress during pregnancy can cause preterm birth, low birth weight and developmental issues in the child. Mothers experiencing chronic stress may be more prone to conditions such as gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, informs Dr Preethika Shetty
19 April,2024 05:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) on Thursday asked the Food Safety and Standards Authority (FSSAI) to take a "comprehensive review" of the sugar content in Nestle's baby food products, after a report showed violation of health guidelines
19 April,2024 04:23 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
The Uttar Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has issued an advisory for voters, especially senior citizens and individuals with special needs, in anticipation of the impending heatwave and high temperatures expected during the polling days
19 April,2024 04:03 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
World Liver Day 2024
The liver is a self-sufficient organ capable of filtering toxins without the need for special cleanses. Products marketed with claims of detoxifying the liver are not regulated or approved and lack substantial evidence to support their effectiveness
19 April,2024 03:24 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
World Liver Day 2024
Liver problems are rampant in pregnant women. Doctor tells us how untreated fatty liver can give a tough time to a pregnant woman and her unborn baby
19 April,2024 02:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Cases of fatty liver, attributed primarily to sedentary lifestyles and increased social drinking habits, escalated dramatically in recent times, with approximately one in every five individuals now being diagnosed with this condition, say doctors
19 April,2024 02:46 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
World Haemophilia Day 2024
Every year, World Hemophilia Day is observed on April 17. While the bleeding disorder is genetic, Mumbai health experts believe there is a lack of awareness about it in India leading to several misconceptions. While the onus is on the person suffering from it, it is important for people around them to also know more about the disorder
19 April,2024 09:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
A concerning trend in recent years is the rise of fatty liver disease, which is increasingly affecting individuals as young as early teenagers. According to health experts, sedentary lifestyles, coupled with the consumption of unhealthy, and fatty junk food, have contributed to this alarming phenomenon
18 April,2024 08:43 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
World Liver Day is observed on April 19 every year to highlight the importance of a healthy liver for the normal functioning of the body. The theme this year is 'Be vigilant, get regular liver check-ups, and prevent fatty liver diseases
18 April,2024 04:48 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Without a specialised census focused on individuals living with neurodivergence, they'll never be important enough for the government, shares Mugdha Kalra. An autism activist and mother, she works to tackle systemic issues that impede the progress of neurodivergent children
18 April,2024 09:36 AM IST | Mumbai | Ainie RizviADVERTISEMENT
