Simple blood test can help diagnose bipolar disorder

Researchers have developed a new way of improving diagnosis of bipolar disorder that uses a simple blood test to identify biomarkers associated with the condition. The researchers, from the University of Cambridge, used a combination of an online psychiatric assessment and a blood test to diagnose patients with bipolar disorder, many of whom had been misdiagnosed with major depressive disorder. […]

7 Porn Myths debunked by an Indian Pornstar

Diving into the porn industry, one can’t help but notice the hushed tones that often shroud this subject. It’s a topic that seems to evoke a complex web of cultural and social anxieties, particularly when considering its implications in the context of South Asian communities. In an age where the internet has granted instant access to explicit content via the […]

Kangana Ranaut Opens Up about her Marriage Plans

Prominent actress and filmmaker, Kangana Ranaut continues to captivate the entertainment industry. She frequently grabs headlines by fearlessly addressing nepotism in the Hindi film sector and her relationships. As she eagerly anticipates the release of her upcoming film, Tejas, Kangana has candidly shared her plans for marriage within the next five years and the valuable lessons she’s gained from her […]

What the papers say – weekly digest (27/10/23)

Your weekly digest of the top healthcare stories, covering news published from 23/10/2023 – 27/10/2023. Daily Express More than half England’s authorities are failing to meet national dementia diagnosis targets. A postcode lottery means hundreds of thousands do not have the confirmation they need to obtain new treatments, Parliament’s all-party group on dementia said. Its report said a diagnosis rate […]

Festival Dating on the Rise in India

The likes of Navratri, Diwali and Dussehra have seen an increase in festival dating in India. A nationwide survey by dating app Bumble reveals an intriguing trend as 63% of the Indians surveyed expressed their desire to find a partner during these festive occasions. Festival dating is all about seeking a romantic partner during the festive season. It is a […]

Examining sexual health equity in emergency care

Research from experts at Michigan Medicine is highlighting the potential for additional at-home assistance for partners of those who are treated in the emergency department  for a sexually transmitted infection. Expedited partner therapy is one method of reducing STI re-infection. It’s  a safe, effective, harm-reduction-focused practice of treating sex partner(s) of patients with STIs without a clinical exam of the partner(s). This […]