Health

New Research Finds Simple Test Can Indicate Life Expectancy

Hyderabad: A quick, no-equipment test could reveal your risk of early death, according to a groundbreaking study. The Sitting rising test (SRT), where you sit on the floor and stand up without using your hands, is proving to be a powerful health indicator. Research from Brazil shows that adults over 50 who struggle with this […]

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Miss World 2025 Undergoes Surgery for Benign Breast Lump

underwent surgery at age 16 to remove a benign breast lump, sparking widespread attention and misinformation, according to Dr. P Raghu Ram of the Ushalakshmi Breast Cancer Foundation in Hyderabad. The lump, discovered years ago, was non-cancerous and successfully removed, with no evidence of breast cancer, contrary to some erroneous media reports.

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Hyderabad Reports 2025’s First COVID-19 Case

The patient, a 42-year-old physician, exhibited mild symptoms, including fever and cough, and is currently in home isolation, according to sources at the Telangana Health Department. Contact tracing is underway, with close contacts being tested as a precautionary measure. Preliminary investigations suggest the infection may be linked to the JN.1 variant, which has been detected in wastewater samples across Hyderabad in recent weeks, indicating silent community spread.

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COVID-19 Cases Surge in Delhi, Health Authorities on High Alert

In response to the growing numbers, Delhi’s health department has ramped up surveillance and testing efforts, focusing on areas where new cases have emerged. Authorities have issued public health advisories urging residents to stay vigilant, follow safety protocols, wear masks, maintain social distancing, and practice regular hand hygiene.

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Caution Urged as New COVID-19 Variant Sparks Concern in Telugu States

The Visakhapatnam case has reignited fears of a wider outbreak, particularly as Andhra Pradesh and Telangana remain key economic and transit hubs. Health officials emphasize that while most recent cases across India are mild, with patients recovering at home, undetected spread remains a critical threat. Limited genomic sequencing data in the region complicates efforts to pinpoint variant characteristics, raising concerns about unchecked transmission. Historical data highlights the Telugu states’ vulnerability, with Andhra Pradesh reporting over 1,000 daily cases at the peak of the second wave, overwhelming healthcare systems.

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Hyderabad Health Crisis: 80% of IT professionals need weight dropping

Beyond cardiovascular risks, obesity is taking a toll on multiple aspects of health. Dr. P. Nagaraja Rao, Chief of Hepatology, noted a rise in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), even among those who have never consumed alcohol. Many advanced liver disease patients have been overweight for years, leading to fat accumulation and inflammation in the liver, which can even result in liver cancer.

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