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Can drinking alcohol also trigger breast or colon cancer? Endocrinologist shares 10 habits she learned the hard way

Can drinking alcohol also trigger breast or colon cancer? Endocrinologist shares 10 habits she learned the hard way

Can fixing certain everyday habits in your lifestyle lead to improved health? According to Dr Aida Taye, MD, a decade as a hormone gland (endocrine) surgeon taught her to avoid certain habits that she has seen her patients suffer from. Also Read | Which arm is better for checking blood pressure, left or right? Neurologist reveals the right way; what readings mean In a post shared on July 24, she listed 10 lifestyle habits she follows diligently to avoid future health complications. Dr Aida posted her list in reply to one of her followers’ questions: “Is there anything you avoid in your life that’s influenced by what you’ve seen in your work?” To which the expert replied, “Every item on this list, I learned the hard way, in someone else’s body first.” 1. Alcohol According to the endocrinologist, she has quit drinking and has been sticking with her decision for eight years, even the occasional glass. Citing a 2025 Alcohol and Cancer Risk advisory issued by the US Surgeon General, Dr Aida stressed that drinking …

Noticing lumps on your neck? Physician Dr Kunal Sood shares step-by-step guide to self-examine thyroid at home

Noticing lumps on your neck? Physician Dr Kunal Sood shares step-by-step guide to self-examine thyroid at home

Keeping track of your health doesn’t always begin in a doctor’s clinic – it often starts with noticing changes in your own body. Since you’re the one most familiar with how your body looks and feels, you’re often the first to spot something unusual. Simple self-checks, such as examining your thyroid, won’t diagnose a medical condition, but they can help you identify changes early and bring them to your doctor’s attention before they become a bigger concern. Read more to find out how to check your thyroid for abnormalities at home. (Pexel) Also Read | Can eating meals too fast lead to metabolic syndrome? Doctor explains how rapid food intake affects long term health Dr Kunal Sood, an anaesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine physician, has shared a simple guide to examining your thyroid at home. In an Instagram video posted on July 14, he explains why monitoring your thyroid health is important and how regular self-checks can help you spot potential abnormalities early, prompting timely medical evaluation if needed. Why check thyroid at home? According …

KGF actor Harish Rai, passes away at 55 after battling thyroid cancer

KGF actor Harish Rai, passes away at 55 after battling thyroid cancer

Trigger Warning: This article contains references to an individual’s death. Veteran Kannada actor Harish Rai, widely known for his iconic roles as Don Rai in Om and Chacha in KGF, passed away on Thursday at the age of 55. According to reports, he died at Kidwai Hospital in Bengaluru after a long battle with thyroid cancer that had spread to his stomach. Rai’s death has left fans and the film industry mourning the loss of a versatile actor. Harish Rai had been fighting cancer for an extended period, and his health had deteriorated significantly. His frail body and swollen stomach due to water retention had made his condition serious. Despite undergoing treatment and receiving support from fans and well-wishers, he was unable to recover, as per Times of India. Here’s how Harish Rai fought cancer and its high costs Earlier, Rai had spoken openly about the financial burden of his treatment. In an emotional appeal, he revealed that a single injection cost Rs 3.55 lakh, and doctors had prescribed three injections per cycle over 63 …