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Period blood comes in various shades, depending on internal health conditions.

Gynaecologist explains what your period blood colors mean: From pink, black to orange

Period blood colors can reveal health insights, ranging from bright red to dark brown. Variations may signal hormonal changes, infections, or rare conditions like cervical cancer. Unusual colors warrant medical consultation for proper diagnosis and understanding of reproductive health.

When kids are at home, health emergencies can happen out of the blue.

Paediatrician explains how parents can handle 7 common health emergencies at home: From nosebleeds to choking

Paediatrician Dr. Amin Kaba emphasizes the importance of proper first aid for children's emergencies. Parents should learn correct techniques through workshops, focusing on quick, safe interventions while knowing when to seek professional medical help.

The Mountain's artwork showcases a representation of the Hindu deity Nataraja, holding various items including two crosses and a sitar.

From Anoushka Shankar to Asha Bhosle, Gorillaz's The Mountain elevates Indian artists beyond exotic backdrops

Gorillaz's ninth album, The Mountain, features Indian artists like Anoushka Shankar and Asha Bhosle, challenging Western music's historical appropriation of Eastern sounds by centering Indian musicians and cultural elements authentically.

Aneet Padda is being called a ' <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>400 crore star' over at YRF.

Saiyaara star Aneet Padda becomes Lakme’s Gen Z face; fans cheer, ‘picked the right person’

Saiyaara star Aneet Padda becomes Lakme's Gen Z brand ambassador, celebrated by fans for her natural beauty and youthful charm. Her partnership video showcases her experimental style and authentic persona, perfectly capturing the essence of Gen Z's beauty perspective.

If you’re feeling under the weather, wearing a mask can be a considerate way to protect those around you, transcending even COVID-19 concerns.

Doctor warns of 3 airborne infections that peak during humidity

During monsoon, humidity increases risk of airborne infections like persistent cough, upper respiratory infections, and conjunctivitis. Maintain hygiene, wash hands frequently, seek medical advice if symptoms persist, and ensure proper ventilation to stay healthy.

Cardiologists say that making lifestyle changes to reduce blood pressure in early adulthood could prevent cardiovascular diseases in later life.

How to recognise a heart attack early? Cardiologist shares 8 warning signs you must know

Cardiologists warn of eight critical heart attack signs: chest pain, radiating discomfort, breathing difficulties, excessive sweating, nausea, dizziness, unexplained fatigue, and heart palpitations. Early recognition and immediate medical attention can be life-saving.

Weight loss causes the skin to sag.

Nutritionist explains why skin becomes saggy after weight loss, suggests 3 hacks to prevent it

After weight loss, skin can sag due to stretched fat cells. A nutritionist recommends adding protein to meals, drinking three liters of water daily, and doing 30-45 minutes of brisk walking and strength training to maintain skin elasticity.

UTIs, when left untreated, can spread to the kidneys and bloodstream, triggering inflammatory signals throughout the body.

Doctor reveals the deadly risk of untreated UTIs - You could lose a limb!

Untreated UTIs can spread to the bloodstream, causing sepsis, a dangerous inflammatory response that damages tissues and organs. In severe cases, this can lead to gangrene and limb amputation, with chronic illness patients at higher risk.

How much of it can one take? Above, After the Ball, 1899; by Ramon Casas. (Wikimedia)

Can we, should we, slay the‘Good morning’ message?: Life Hacks by Charles Assisi

WhatsApp groups transform from mere communication tools to social connection platforms, where seemingly trivial "Good Morning" messages represent human needs for belonging, companionship, and community in an increasingly fragmented world.

Protein Powders are ideal for fitness enthusiasts and busy individuals seeking convenient daily nutrition for workout support.

Protein powder 4kg: Top 7 picks for daily nutrition and support healthy metabolism

Protein powder 4kg offers convenient nutrition for fitness enthusiasts. Seven top picks provide high-quality protein, support muscle recovery, boost metabolism, and enhance energy. Suitable for athletes and busy professionals, these powders help meet daily nutritional needs with various flavors and formulations.

Aneet Padda wore a cosy look for the Netflix promotional video.

Aneet Padda wore an affordable Zara look for Saiyaara Netflix promotional video with Ahaan Panday: Check price

Aneet Padda promoted Netflix's Saiyaara with Ahaan Panday, wearing an affordable Zara ensemble featuring a pointelle cardigan, white tank top, and blue flare jeans, complemented by beaded accessories for a chic, bohemian-minimalist look.

Fitness trainer stresses on consistency over intensity, when it comes to boosting workout motivation.

Fitness trainer shares 5 tips to beat your workout slump and boost motivation: ‘Focus on consistency over intensity…’

Fitness coach Raj Ganpath shares five tips to maintain workout motivation: adopt 'always something' mindset, find enjoyable activities, set performance goals, avoid two consecutive rest days, and prioritize consistency over intensity.

The doctor shared that skipping dinner may offer greater metabolic benefits than skipping breakfast. (Freepik)

Neurologist explains what happens when you skip dinner and stop eating after 4 pm: Is it better than skipping breakfast?

Neurologist Dr. Sudhir Kumar suggests eating between 8 am and 4 pm during intermittent fasting offers better metabolic benefits than 12 noon to 8 pm. Factors like lifestyle, nutrient quality, and health status should be considered.

A herd of wildebeest in the Masai Mara, Kenya. This animal’s migrations, arguably among the world’s most dramatic, have been disrupted by roads, railways, oil and gas pipelines, housing, and fences to protect agriculture and livestock. The result: only three populations follow their traditional migration routes. This, in turn, has led to wildfires, altered landscapes and, as prey dwindles for major predators, even a higher incidence of giraffe-calf death. (Adobe Stock)

Re-routed: See how the world’s great migrations are changing

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As per the doctor, a proper cardiac screening should be performed for any inexplicable, recurring, or prolonged chest pain (longer than two weeks). (Freepik)

Cardiologist shares middle aged man needed bypass surgery after doctors misdiagnosed his chest pain as just acidity

A middle-aged man's persistent chest pain, initially dismissed as acidity, was later diagnosed as severe coronary artery blockage requiring bypass surgery. Doctors emphasize the importance of thorough cardiac screening and not dismissing chest pain as a minor issue.

Wildebeest in the Masai Mara, Kenya. This population is one of only three that still follow their original great migration routes. Many wildebeest populations no longer migrate at all. (Photo by TR Shankar Raman)

Butterflies, birds, fish, wildebeest: How the world’s great migrations are dwindling

Global migrations are rapidly declining due to human development, with nearly half of migratory species experiencing population drops. Habitat disruption, infrastructure, and climate change are forcing animals like wildebeest, mule deer, monarch butterflies, and birds to alter or abandon traditional migration routes, threatening ecosystems.

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