Across hospitals in India, infants and children with intersex variations are subjected to irreversible surgeries to “normalize” their bodies, without medical need, without consent, and with lifelong consequences.

This story highlights the human right to pain relief and dignity in death by looking at the suffering of rural cancer patients in India who need to travel hundreds of kilometers before being able to access pain relief.

When I came out as a queer doctor, I thought Pride would be celebratory. Instead, I was confronted by how our health systems continue to fail people like me — and why visibility must become our tool for change.

From war-time cholera camps to extreme heat waves today, Oral Rehydration Solution has saved millions of lives — yet barriers in access, knowledge, and perception still keep this public health miracle from reaching everyone who needs it.

A couple’s infertility journey uncovers endometriosis, revealing the physical, emotional, and cultural challenges women face with this misunderstood condition.

The recent Karnataka orders promise the right to die with dignity. Does this mean euthanasia has been legalized in Karnataka?

Prostate cancer is rising in India, yet a simple life-saving test—digital rectal examination—is often overlooked due to stigma. Early detection is key to improving outcomes, but are we failing patients by avoiding this crucial step?

When Indian patients get diagnosed with cancer, their relatives try to hide that diagnosis from them. Read how this leads the patients to suffering, loss of mental peace, and poorer outcomes in this article.

Malnutrition is a silent roadblock to effective healthcare, affecting surgical outcomes and recovery. Through real-life patient stories, this article explores the crucial link between nutrition, disease, and healthcare access in India.

At 26, Divij shares a journey of resilience, living with epilepsy while thriving as a coder, traveler, and marathoner. Discover his inspiring story of overcoming stigma, navigating challenges, and advocating for epilepsy awareness.

Discover the multifaceted challenges faced by people with disabilities in India, from societal perceptions and systemic barriers to policy gaps. Learn how inclusive reforms, accurate data, and a shift from ableist norms can foster true equity

Explore Dr. Arun Gupta's journey from pediatrician to public health advocate, championing breastfeeding, nutrition policy, and legislation for child health in India.

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) threatens to reverse decades of medical progress, rendering routine infections untreatable and life-saving treatments ineffective. Can science rise to the challenge?

Air pollution in India has received a lot of attention over the past few years. However, have serious steps been taken to address this problem?

Rethinking tobacco addiction: Why behavioural insights could be the key to breaking India's smoking habit.

Open letter to CDSCO seeking urgent clarification on Emergency Contraceptive Pills' over-the-counter status in India, advocating for clear regulations and unimpeded access to safeguard reproductive rights

Blending traditional and modern medicine in Assam - How cultural practices, faith, and community support shape patient care and the future of integrative healthcare.

Explore how India's legal landscape impacts palliative care and end-of-life choices, with a call to action for legal advocacy and awareness on advance medical directives to empower patients’ rights.

Explore the rising impact of lung cancer in India, its changing trends, challenges in access to advanced treatments, and the urgent need for awareness, improved diagnostics, and equitable cancer care solutions.

Palliative care does not equate to giving up on the person.

An article talking about difficulties faced by women in India while breastfeeding and how to overcome them.

Fake drugs have been caught in India and are a threat to people's health.

The most certain thing in life is that we will meet with death one day. But how often do we discuss this truth?

India's policies on menstrual health have achieved a one dimensional victory - promoting menstrual hygiene without tackling the issue of menstrual stigma.

Diabetes silently damages the eyes over the years without causing any alarming symptoms.

Rising temperatures are differently impacting people, especially in urban cities.

Temperatures are on the rise and so are heat related illnesses.

Sexual abuse is more common in male children than female children in India.

Here is what can one do after MD Community Medicine or MPH in India.

Multivitamins are prescribed for any and every disease and most often even without any disease. What is wrong with this approach to good health?

What is the status of health in a prison in India and why is it important to talk about it?

Untreated anemia can have serious implications on pregnant mothers and their children.

The wave of digitization is sweeping India but are the citizens ready to live in a digitized India?

Tell me you’re selling tobacco, without telling me you’re selling tobacco.

While aiming for universalizing healthcare, is our health system making sure to include everyone in this ambitious dream?

Why Ignoring a Painless Breast Lump is a Huge Mistake