Advocacy groups decry federal government’s shutdown of mental health website, app

Mental health and addictions experts are slamming the federal government’s decision to shut down an online service that offered help with finding free counselling and peer support over the last four years. Health Canada announced in February that it would stop funding the Wellness Together Canada website and PocketWell app on April 3. Despite a … Read more

Drugs need to be modified before lupus patients plan pregnancy: Doctors

NEW DELHI: Women suffering from lupus can safely become pregnant and also breastfeed their newborns but the pregnancies need to be planned in consultation with doctors so that the drugs can be modified well in advance, according to experts at the AIIMS here. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune rheumatic disease that affects mostly … Read more

Samantha Ruth Prabhu recalls “passing out, having a concussion” during Citadel: Honey Bunny shoot : Bollywood News

Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently opened up about the demanding nature of filming for the upcoming web series Citadel: Honey Bunny on her health podcast, Take 20. Samantha Ruth Prabhu recalls “passing out, having a concussion” during Citadel: Honey Bunny shoot Speaking to her co-host and wellness coach Alkesh Sharotri, Samantha described the challenges she … Read more

Catherine, Princess of Wales, being treated for cancer

Catherine, Princess of Wales, revealed Friday that she has been diagnosed with cancer, a surprise disclosure that follows an extended period of frenzied public speculation on the state of her health. In a video statement, Catherine, 42, shared that her cancer had been discovered following a “major abdominal surgery” she underwent in January. She said that the … Read more

Samantha Ruth Prabhu opens up about experiencing ‘spasm’ and ‘cramping’ during Citadel shoot; says, “I really didn’t think that I could complete shooting” : Bollywood News

Samantha Ruth Prabhu has showcased her versatility by excelling in a diverse range of roles, from romantic dramas to intense thrillers. While the actress is all set to resume work after her break, as she was a part of the recent announcement of Citadel – Honey Bunny along with Varun Dhawan, the actress also opened … Read more

Mice study unravels new insights to boost treatment of liver fibrosis

LONDON: A study on genes of two different mouse models with liver disease has helped a team of Austrian researchers to better understand liver scarring and to develop more effective treatments for the disease.Scarring, also known as fibrosis, occurs when liver cells are replaced by fibrous tissue. The largest internal organ then hardens and becomes … Read more

Fertility clinic at civic hospital in Mumbai brings ray of hope for poor couples desiring children

MUMBAI: A fertility clinic at a civic hospital in Mumbai has emerged as a ray of hope for couples from lower income groups who desire to have children as it provides treatment for infertility at low costs, officials said. The clinic started functioning in October last year at the civic-run Lokmanya Tilak Municipal General Hospital … Read more

Dharmendra sustained injuries but is recovering, reveals reports : Bollywood News

It seems that a hectic schedule of Dharmendra might have possibly taken a toll on the veteran actor’s health, claim recent reports. The yesteryear superstar, who enjoys a massive fan following, left his social media followers concerned when he shared a post about facing sleep troubles and later deleted it. Post this, media reports are … Read more

The pharmacare bill is coming today — here’s what you need to know

The Liberal government is expected to table its pharmacare legislation today — possibly the biggest expansion of publicly funded health care in Canada in decades. Because Canada is the only country in the world with a universal health care system that doesn’t have universal drug coverage, the move would take Canada one step closer to parity … Read more