Health experts on Saturday underscored the importance of adopting a systematic lifestyle to reduce the risk of silent killer non-communicable diseases like high blood pressure (HBP), reports BSS. They made the remarks during a post-rally discussion organized by the Hypertension and Research Centre, Rangpur (HRCR), held at its auditorium to mark World Hypertension Day-2025. The event was presided over by ...
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US baby with rare illness treated with tailor-made gene edit
A US infant with a rare condition has become history’s first patient to be treated with a personalized gene-editing technique that raises hopes for other people with obscure illnesses, doctors said Thursday, reports AFP. The wee pioneer is KJ Muldoon, now a 9-and-a-half-month-old boy with chubby cheeks and big blue eyes. Shortly after birth, he was diagnosed with a rare ...
Read More »Is too much gym affecting your heart?
Everyone likes to be motivated in the gym and push themselves further to achieve their desired body and fitness. But when we do it too much, we can risk affecting heart health. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Nimit C Shah, consultant interventional cardiologist, Saifee Hospital, Mumbai said, “Pushing yourself at the gym can be thrilling, but don’t overlook ...
Read More »When should you eat? Before, after — or even while — exercising?
If you listen to some self-proclaimed exercise experts on social media, they swear that working out on an empty stomach burns more fat. But it’s a common misconception that exercising in a fasted state improves performance or burns more calories, said Abby Langer, a dietitian in Toronto. “The research shows that in terms of gains, it doesn’t really make much ...
Read More »Should You Drink Hot or Cold Water?
The temperature of water you drink can affect your body in various ways, but there isn’t a definitive answer to whether it’s better to drink warm or cold water. It depends on your personal preferences, the situation, and your health. Benefits of Drinking Warm Water . Helps Digestion Warm water can help break down food in the stomach, making digestion ...
Read More »Morning coffee may lower risk of early death, study finds
Drinking coffee in the morning may reduce the risk of early death, especially from cardiovascular disease, according to new research. The study, published in the European Heart Journal, found that morning coffee drinkers had a lower mortality risk than those who consumed coffee throughout the day. However, the study could not establish whether coffee alone was the cause. Dr Lu ...
Read More »How much sleep do you really need?
Chances are, if you’re reading this, you got some sleep last night. But are you feeling rested? Experts say it’s an important question to consider. Most of us spend a third of our lives sleeping, but you may need more or less than eight hours a night. Here’s what sleep scientists and doctors say about how much you really need ...
Read More »Sugar has various negative effects, benefits of quitting
Sugar can be consumed in moderation, but many often exceed the daily recommended intake. Sugar can have various negative effects on your health. A high intake of added sugars is linked to serious health issues such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, dental problems, and poor mental health, among others. Moreover, excessive sugar can cause spikes in blood sugar ...
Read More »BMU marks World Lupus Day
Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) today marked ‘World Lupus Day-2025’ to create awareness among the people about Lupus disease. Marking the day, BMU Rheumatology department and Pediatrics department jointly organized a seminar titled ‘Make Lupus Visible’ at the campus with BMU VC Prof. Dr. Md. Shahinul Alam as the chief guest. Speaking at the event, BMU VC urged the doctors to ...
Read More »‘Unparalleled’ snake antivenom made from man bitten 200 times
The blood of a US man who deliberately injected himself with snake venom for nearly two decades has led to an “unparalleled” antivenom, say scientists. Antibodies found in Tim Friede’s blood have been shown to protect against fatal doses from a wide range of species in animal tests. Current therapies have to match the specific species of venomous snake anyone ...
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