Recent studies reveal that children exclusively breastfed show distinct DNA changes, with methylation marks differing from those who weren’t, measured from umbilical cord and later childhood samples.
Urban Indians face rising fatty liver risks starting at age 30, affecting one in three, amid lifestyle shifts.
India’s weight-loss trends may deplete muscle rather than fat, prompting orthopaedists’ warnings on unsustainable practices
Key Indian Health Developments
Two in three young Indians are at risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), with silent threats like prediabetes and obesity emerging early, per Apollo’s Health of the Nation 2026 report based on three million assessments.
Experts push for standardized haemophilia treatment guidelines to improve care access across India.
New TB vaccine tools target adolescents, offering progress but not a complete solution.
A national AI policy for healthcare is in development, as announced by NHA CEO
Global and Emerging Trends
Smoking heightens dementia risk through a newly discovered nicotine lung-brain link
Air pollution may trigger more migraine activity, linking environmental factors to neurological issues.
Gene editing shows promise for Down syndrome fixes, while nasal sprays aim to curb brain inflammation and aging effects.
Bajaj Group invests Rs 2,500 crore in an integrated healthcare network, signaling major private sector growth.