WHETHER it’s due to stress, excitement or something we ate, we’ve all been racked by hiccups at some point or other. The little spasms sometimes seem to go on for painfully long, leading you on a desperate quest to stop them. 1 One way to get rid of hiccups is taking back-to-back sips of water […]

New research provides evidence that training our heart rate can indirectly influence our emotional memory, making us more likely to remember positive experiences. The study has been published in the journal Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback. The study aimed to explore whether certain brain circuits are responsible for regulating both heart rate and emotion, specifically focusing […]

We’ve all heard that exercise is the panacea for myriad health problems, including high blood pressure. The proverbial walk around the block or a jog through the park has been touted for years as a reliable way to keep blood pressure in check. But what if there was an exercise, simple yet profound, that has […]

Blood vessels may be harmed by the increased pressure, which could result in ruptures or blockages with serious repercussions. Dr. Tilak Suvarna, Senior Interventional Cardiologist, Asian Heart Institute, Mumbai, provides information on the factors that lead to hypertensive crises, including symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Learn more by reading this. A hypertensive crisis refers to […]

Plants can be healing in so many different ways. Adding just a little bit of greenery into your space can help you improve your mental wellbeing. “Even just the sight of a plant can help reduce your heart rate and help you feel calmer,” Jo Lambell, founder of Beards & Daisies says. But it’s not […]

Mirchi • Updated: 11 hours ago • Follow Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) account for 31% of total global deaths, making them the leading cause of mortality worldwide. These diseases encompass a range of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels, including coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, and rheumatic heart disease, among others. In addition to factors […]

ISLAMABAD: Around 200 paediatricians have successfully been trained in Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu & Kashmir regarding proper use of oxygen therapy to save lives of preterm babies. “Newborns with heart, lung, or respiratory problems may need to breathe increased amounts of oxygen but breathing too much oxygen can damage the lungs of babies who are […]

Girish Shukla • Updated: 6 hours ago • Follow A man performing jump rope Unlocking the secret to efficient calorie burn could be the difference between an effective workout regime and an unproductive one. Since time is a luxury for many, understanding which exercises yield the highest calorie expenditure is key for those looking to […]

According to a UCLA Health study, Kundalini yoga, a type of yoga that focuses on breathing, meditation, and mental visualisation, appeared beneficial for older women who had risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and were concerned about episodes of memory deterioration. Using a type of MRI that measures activity in regions and subregions of the […]

A Royal Marine drowned in an accident during “arduous military training for operations with an elite unit”, a coroner has ruled. Benjamin McQueen, 26, was brought to the surface after being separated from other divers during a drill in Portland Harbour, Dorset, on November 14 2018. He was declared dead after CPR was performed and […]

– Advertisement – Washington– About 450,000 people living in the US may have been affected with a potentially life-threatening meat allergy that has been linked to tick bites, according to two new studies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), also known as the red-meat allergy or the tick bite meat […]

Scientists have made a significant discovery, potentially unraveling the mystery behind sleep problems frequently experienced by individuals with heart disease. The research indicates that damage to a specific group of nerves, known as the superior cervical ganglion (SCG), which regulates both heart and brain function, may be the missing link. Heart disease patients often suffer […]

Scientists have discovered a group of nerve cells in the midbrain that, when stimulated, can halt all movement. These nerve cells, located in the pedunculopontine nucleus (PPN) and expressing a specific molecular marker called Chx10, have the ability to impact various forms of motor activity, including breathing and heart rate. This unique “pause-and-play pattern” of […]

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). The number of people concerned about their health and wellbeing has rocketed since the pandemic began. The stats are legion but among them, 80% of those surveyed by Public Health England in 2020 — in the first year of Covid-19 — reported wanting to change their […]

Exploring the Future: The Impact of Smart Clothing and E-textiles on Health, Fitness, and Communication The advent of smart clothing and e-textiles is revolutionizing the way we approach health, fitness, and communication. These innovative technologies are not only transforming the fashion industry but are also poised to have a significant impact on our daily lives, […]

Comment on this storyComment Up to 450,000 people in the United States may have developed a rare and potentially life-threatening tick-associated allergic condition that is triggered when eating red meat, according to federal health data released Thursday. Alpha-gal syndrome, sometimes known as red-meat allergy, is caused when a tick bites a person and injects a […]

PRESS RELEASE Published July 27, 2023 Actress Maria Jose De La Cruz talks about the process and the implications actors go through when getting emotional for scenes. HOW DO YOU PREPARE? Training, I learned a lot of different techniques to get you to that place, breathing, music, physical movement. I think what I have found […]

California [US], July 28 (ANI): According to a UCLA Health study, Kundalini yoga, a type of yoga that focuses on breathing, meditation, and mental visualisation, appeared beneficial for older women who had risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and were concerned about episodes of memory deterioration. Using a type of MRI that measures activity in regions […]

Summary: Scientists have identified a group of nerve cells in the midbrain, which, when stimulated, can suspend all movement, akin to setting a film on pause. These nerve cells, located in the pedunculopontine nucleus (PPN) and differentiated by a marker called Chx10, even affect breathing and heart rate in mice. This unique ‘pause-and-play pattern’ doesn’t […]

KOLKATA: Exactly a month ago, when she was found abandoned in a garbage vat near the NRS Medical College & Hospital, she was a tiny, shivering bundle exposed to the nightlong drizzle, suffering from hypothermia and struggling to breathe. Now, thanks to the team of doctors and nurses, who – literally – embraced the newborn […]

















