Health

Wearable hydration monitor could help prevent heatstroke, scientists sayMedical tech device tracks body water levels in real time through a smartphoneThe sensor (shown above) uses a method called bioimpedance, which sends a small, safe electrical current through the body via strategically placed electrodes. (University of Texas / SWNS)
A thoughtful man takes a break, drinking a glass of water in a home kitchen. He values wellness, focus, and self-care, ensuring hydration is part of his daily lifestyle and healthy habits. (iStock)
Severe dehydration can lead to serious health problems like heatstroke, kidney stones and cardiovascular issues.

Health officials alarmed by unprecedented July spike in West Nile-infected mosquitoes in 2 major citiesOfficials urging residents to avoid dawn and dusk outdoor activitiesWest Nile virus is transmitted primarily by several Culex species, including Culex salinarius and Culex pipiens, health officials say. (iStock)
A 3D illustration of West Nile virus, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. (iStock)
Most people do not develop an illness or only have a mild illness from West Nile virus. (iStock)

Simple Japanese fitness trend could add 7 years to life expectancy, experts sayAlternating between fast and slow walking for 30 minutes could protect against age-related health risksResearch indicates that interval walking could potentially protect against “age-associated” risks like increases in blood pressure, weakening thigh muscles and inability to perform exercise. (iStock)
Performing Japanese walking for 30 minutes a day, five days a week, would meet the widely recommended goal of 150 minutes per week. (iStock)
“Exercise you enjoy is exercise you’ll continue,” an expert noted. (iStock)

Man’s best friend: How dogs are helping people destress even more than expectedNew studies show dogs are playing a greater role than ever in helping humans de-stress. Data shows that dog owners are at a 24 per cent lower risk of death compared to those who don’t own dogs. They also have a four times greater chance of surviving for at least a year after a heart attack than non-dog owners. So, how are they doing it?Several reports suggest that pet dogs can help their humans feel less stressed. Pixabay

Man’s best friend: How dogs are helping people destress even more than expectedNew studies show dogs are playing a greater role than ever in helping humans de-stress. Data shows that dog owners are at a 24 per cent lower risk of death compared to those who don’t own dogs. They also have a four times greater chance of surviving for at least a year after a heart attack than non-dog owners. So, how are they doing it?Several reports suggest that pet dogs can help their humans feel less stressed. Pixabay

Craving for some crunch? A guide to maintaining healthy snacking habits at workHealthy snacks like yoghurt, fruits, or nuts will keep you full for longer as compared to packaged sugary and salty snacks that just spike blood sugar levels but don’t sustain for long. So, it is better to keep Greek yoghurt, fruits, nuts, or cottage cheese handyIt is important to keep fresh fruits and nuts handy for when you get hungry. Pixabay

Dr explains: How air pollution, stress and late pregnancies are fuelling India’s fertility crisisInfertility affects 10–15% of Indian couples. Firstpost brings out expert views on India’s growing infertility crisis, lifestyle, pollution and delayed parenthood are affecting reproductive health.

Dr explains: How air pollution, stress and late pregnancies are fuelling India’s fertility crisisInfertility affects 10–15% of Indian couples. Firstpost brings out expert views on India’s growing infertility crisis, lifestyle, pollution and delayed parenthood are affecting reproductive health.

Can 7,000 steps a day keep chronic diseases at bay?Walking 10,000 steps a day has long been considered to be the norm for a healthy life. However, a new study shows that walking even 7,000 steps a day can keep heart diseases, cancer and depression at bayThe review conducted by an international team of researchers was to understand the effect of increasing your step count on your health. Pixabay

Rishabh Pant’s injury suspected to be metatarsal fracture: What is it? How serious is it?Rishabh Pant had to leave the field on Wednesday after suffering a painful hit to his right foot during Team India’s first day of the fourth Test against England. Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting suggested it might be a metatarsal injury due to the visible swelling that appeared immediately. Notably, the metatarsals are the five long bones that extend from the middle of the foot to the toesMedical tests revealed a toe fracture. Reuters