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Irish Man, 37, Relied on ChatGPT for Sore Throat Advice; Later Diagnosed With Stage-4 Cancer
Irish father’s reliance on ChatGPT’s medical advice delayed his life-saving cancer diagnosis, sparking urgent AI caution.

Mumbai Kabutarkhana Row: Pigeon Droppings Linked to Fatal Lung Disease, All You Need to Know
Mumbai’s historic pigeon feeding tradition faces bans and protests as doctors warn rising lung disease risks from droppings exposure.

39-Year-Old Cardiac Surgeon Dies of Heart Attack: CMC Vellore Doctor Explains Rising Heart Risks; Know Why
A young doctor’s sudden cardiac arrest highlights the urgent need to address burnout and health risks in the medical profession.

Bengaluru: 18-Year-Old Student Dies After Taking Hormonal Pills to Delay Period, Doctor Warns of Deadly Risks
An 18-year-old Bengaluru girl died of deep vein thrombosis after taking period delay pills without medical supervision for a puja.

U.S. Confirms First Human Case of Flesh-Eating Screwworm Parasite in Maryland: What It Is, Symptoms, and Treatment
The U.S. reports its first human infection by the parasitic New World screwworm linked to travel, with low risk to public health.

Bengaluru Sees Sharp Rise in Viral Flu Cases Amid Monsoon; Preventive Measures You Should Take
Bengaluru faces a rising number of severe flu cases this monsoon, with experts urging preventive care.

Watching Shorts, Reels Risks Brain Health, Reduces Focus and Memory, Experts Warn
Excessive short-form video consumption activates brain reward circuits similar to addictive substances, impairing cognitive health.

Brain-Eating Amoeba Kills 9-Year-Old in Kerala; 2 Critical: How It Spreads, Key Symptoms, and Prevention Tips
A rare and deadly brain-eating amoeba infection leads to a child’s death, prompting urgent public health warnings.

Paracetamol During Pregnancy May Pose Neurodevelopment Risks to newborn Babies: Study
Global study warns that common paracetamol use in pregnancy may slightly increase autism and ADHD risk in children.

At 29, Monika Choudhary Battles Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer Despite Healthy Diet and Active Lifestyle
Despite a strict clean eating regime, chronic stress and inactivity contributed to a young woman’s advanced colorectal cancer diagnosis, underscoring the need for holistic health awareness.

Mobile Phones in Pockets, Laptops on Laps Linked to Tenfold Rise in Male Infertility: Recent Study
A joint five-year study reveals that prolonged exposure to electromagnetic radiation and heat from gadgets near reproductive organs drastically damages sperm health, especially in men with certain genetic vulnerabilities.

World Breastfeeding Week 2025: The Science Behind Breast Milk’s Role in Gut Health and Baby’s Growth
This year’s campaign highlights breast milk’s essential impact on infant gut microbiomes and calls for sustainable breastfeeding support.
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