https://www.medindia.net Medindia is a leading online provider of health information, applications and services for consumers, doctors, healthcare professionals globally. en-us Copyright 2026. All Rights Reserved. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:35:25 GMT https://www.medindia.net/news/lifestyleandwellness/can-babies-experience-depression-heres-what-we-know-223849-1.htm Depression can begin much earlier than many realize. A new review explains how early caregiver relationships shape mental health in babies and preschool children.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/lifestyleandwellness/can-babies-experience-depression-heres-what-we-know-223849-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/tamil-nadu-ammonia-leak-what-happens-when-you-inhale-ammonia-gas-223848-1.htm An ammonia gas leak in Tamil Nadu has raised concerns about the dangers of exposure. Learn the symptoms, health risks, treatment options and emergency response measures.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/tamil-nadu-ammonia-leak-what-happens-when-you-inhale-ammonia-gas-223848-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/can-sunlight-increase-vitamin-d-in-mushrooms-223847-1.htm A brief period of sunlight exposure can help mushrooms naturally produce vitamin D, adding to their nutritional value.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/can-sunlight-increase-vitamin-d-in-mushrooms-223847-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/what-is-kratom-experts-warn-it-could-fuel-the-next-addiction-crisis-223846-1.htm Kratom is marketed as a natural remedy, but experts warn that potent kratom products may increase addiction risks and fuel a new public health concern.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/what-is-kratom-experts-warn-it-could-fuel-the-next-addiction-crisis-223846-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/lifestyleandwellness/how-many-hours-do-the-worlds-richest-people-sleep-223845-1.htm Many of the world's richest people reportedly sleep between six and eight hours a night, highlighting the importance of rest in maintaining daily performance and well-being.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/lifestyleandwellness/how-many-hours-do-the-worlds-richest-people-sleep-223845-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/why-many-people-stop-and-restart-glp-1-weight-loss-and-diabetes-medications-223844-1.htm Many patients stop GLP-1 medications within two years, but more than half eventually restart treatment, according to new research presented at ENDO 2026.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/why-many-people-stop-and-restart-glp-1-weight-loss-and-diabetes-medications-223844-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/ai-discovers-promising-new-antibiotics-against-drug-resistant-gonorrhea-223843-1.htm AI researchers identified new antibiotic candidates effective against drug-resistant gonorrhea, offering hope for combating one of the world's most urgent antimicrobial threats.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/healthinfocus/ai-discovers-promising-new-antibiotics-against-drug-resistant-gonorrhea-223843-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/sunscreen-myths-win-more-attention-on-tiktok-study-finds-223842-1.htm A study of nearly 1,000 TikTok videos found sunscreen misinformation receives more likes, shares, and comments despite most sunscreen content promoting sun protection.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/sunscreen-myths-win-more-attention-on-tiktok-study-finds-223842-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/can-certain-pollens-help-coronaviruses-spread-through-nose-cells-223841-1.htm Birch and grass pollen exposure increased coronavirus spread in nasal cells and reduced antiviral responses in a laboratory study model.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/can-certain-pollens-help-coronaviruses-spread-through-nose-cells-223841-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/what-stops-kidney-patients-from-getting-on-the-transplant-waitlist-223840-1.htm Researchers uncover why age, income, language, and location may prevent kidney failure patients from completing transplant evaluations.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/what-stops-kidney-patients-from-getting-on-the-transplant-waitlist-223840-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/diarrhea-linked-to-unsafe-water-remains-a-major-global-health-threat-223839-1.htm Despite progress, unsafe water still fuels diarrhea-related deaths worldwide, with children and low-income regions facing the highest risks.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/diarrhea-linked-to-unsafe-water-remains-a-major-global-health-threat-223839-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/understanding-alcohols-risk-generative-ai-chatbots-and-breast-cancer-223838-1.htm A new study finds AI chatbots give inconsistent answers about alcohol and breast cancer risk, raising concerns over health accuracy.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/understanding-alcohols-risk-generative-ai-chatbots-and-breast-cancer-223838-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/who-issues-first-ever-guidance-to-accelerate-dengue-treatments-for-children-223837-1.htm The WHO has released its first-ever child-focused guidance for dengue therapeutics, outlining research priorities to accelerate the development of reatments for children.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/who-issues-first-ever-guidance-to-accelerate-dengue-treatments-for-children-223837-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/a-simple-blood-test-could-predict-disease-risk-years-before-symptoms-appear-223836-1.htm Blood proteins can reveal the biological age of different cell types. Accelerated cellular aging was linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, cancer, and premature death.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/a-simple-blood-test-could-predict-disease-risk-years-before-symptoms-appear-223836-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/should-pregnant-women-do-yoga-experts-share-5-benefits-and-safe-poses-223835-1.htm Can yoga be practiced safely during pregnancy? Experts explain how prenatal yoga may support physical and emotional wellbeing while highlighting precautions to follow.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/should-pregnant-women-do-yoga-experts-share-5-benefits-and-safe-poses-223835-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/covid-19-vaccination-linked-to-40-fewer-heart-attacks-and-strokes-223834-1.htm A new study suggests COVID-19 vaccination may significantly reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes in older adults.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/healthwatch/covid-19-vaccination-linked-to-40-fewer-heart-attacks-and-strokes-223834-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/can-hiv-positive-to-hiv-positive-lung-transplants-save-more-lives-223833-1.htm The world's first HIV-positive-to-HIV-positive lung transplant demonstrates that HIV-positive donor lungs may help expand access to lifesaving organ transplantation. ]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/can-hiv-positive-to-hiv-positive-lung-transplants-save-more-lives-223833-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/when-screens-steal-the-spotlight-are-teens-paying-the-price-223832-1.htm Researchers warn that frequent phone distractions by parents may weaken emotional connections and increase insecure attachment in teens.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/when-screens-steal-the-spotlight-are-teens-paying-the-price-223832-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/do-probiotics-offer-a-way-to-support-depression-treatment-223831-1.htm New research suggests probiotics may help improve depression and anxiety symptoms, offering added support for mental health in ageing adults.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/do-probiotics-offer-a-way-to-support-depression-treatment-223831-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/why-australias-first-h5n1-bird-flu-case-is-a-global-concern-223830-1.htm Australia confirms its first mainland H5N1 bird flu case after the virus was found in seabirds, raising concerns for wildlife and biosecurity.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/why-australias-first-h5n1-bird-flu-case-is-a-global-concern-223830-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/rajkot-to-become-indias-first-15-minute-yoga-city-what-it-means-223829-1.htm Rajkot will become India's first 15-Minute Yoga City, bringing yoga centres closer to residents and promoting wellness, healthy aging, and preventive care.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/rajkot-to-become-indias-first-15-minute-yoga-city-what-it-means-223829-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/international-yoga-day-2026-pm-modi-on-yogas-global-impact-223828-1.htm "Yoga connects us all," says PM Modi in Kolkata. Explore the origins of International Yoga Day, its significance, and the health benefits of yoga.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/international-yoga-day-2026-pm-modi-on-yogas-global-impact-223828-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/can-video-games-help-you-weather-the-storm-of-loneliness-223827-1.htm Could games like Zelda and Yoshi be more than fun? A new study links them to lower loneliness and stronger emotional resilience.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/can-video-games-help-you-weather-the-storm-of-loneliness-223827-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/how-are-pfas-forever-chemicals-spreading-across-the-great-lakes-223826-1.htm A 42-year study reveals how PFAS "forever chemicals" move through the Great Lakes food web, contaminating wildlife from algae to fish and bald eagles.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/how-are-pfas-forever-chemicals-spreading-across-the-great-lakes-223826-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/could-a-3-second-optical-biopsy-replace-endometrial-cancer-tests-223825-1.htm Researchers have developed an AI-powered optical biopsy that scans the uterus in under 3 seconds, offering a faster, safer way to detect endometrial cancer early.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/could-a-3-second-optical-biopsy-replace-endometrial-cancer-tests-223825-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/can-short-videos-help-first-time-fathers-care-for-newborns-223824-1.htm A new study finds short educational videos in newborn nurseries help first-time fathers improve infant care knowledge on safe sleep, crying, and car safety.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/can-short-videos-help-first-time-fathers-care-for-newborns-223824-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/nepal-closes-central-zoo-after-bird-flu-found-in-birds-and-mammals-223823-1.htm Nepal shuts its Central Zoo indefinitely after H5N1 bird flu is detected in birds and mammals, raising concerns over animal and public health.]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/nepal-closes-central-zoo-after-bird-flu-found-in-birds-and-mammals-223823-1.htm https://www.medindia.net/news/could-a-fathers-day-dna-test-uncover-unexpected-family-truths-223822-1.htm A Father's Day DNA testing kit may uncover more than ancestry, with experts warning that unexpected discoveries can affect identity, relationships, and mental well-being. ]]> https://www.medindia.net/news/could-a-fathers-day-dna-test-uncover-unexpected-family-truths-223822-1.htm