Bladder cancer: The signs, symptoms, and treatments
Bladder cancer is among the top 10 most common cancer types in the world, with approximately 573,000 new cases annually. Men are statistically more likely to develop bladder cancer than women, and, in fact, the condition is estimated to be the sixth most commonly diagnosed cancer in men worldwide. However, women are more likely to succumb to the disease than their male counterparts. So, how much do we know about this particular cancer type, and what are the indicators people should be aware of? Click through and find out more about bladder cancer, its signs, symptoms, and treatments.
2024-01-19T22:09:38Z
Brain health can improve with age, new study finds
A new study has found that brain health can improve well into your 90s if you actively engage in brain-supporting activities. Researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas tracked nearly 4,000 adults aged 19 to 94 as they took part in a three-year-long BrainHealth project. Participants were assessed every six months using a scoring tool called the BrainHealth Index, which measured memory, thinking ability, emotional wellbeing, social connection, and sense of purpose. Between assessments, participants completed short daily training sessions, lifestyle habit tracking, and one-to-one or group online coaching sessions. The training centred on strengthening big-picture thinking, filtering out distractions, and improving problem-solving skills. The project also focused on stress management, emotional balance, and maintaining social connection. The findings showed that brain health improved steadily across the full three-year period, and that people who engaged more with the training saw greater improvements. Overall, the study found that improvements in brain function were linked more strongly to the effort participants put in than to age, gender, or education level. The study notes that brain decline can begin as early as a person’s late twenties, but also highlights the brain’s ability to adapt and change throughout life. Researchers drew parallels between brain health and physical fitness, arguing that the brain should receive the same kind of proactive care and attention.
2026-05-13T17:05:22Z
Why walking 10,000 steps per day may not be for everyone: Orthopaedic reveals how it can affect knees and joints
Not every fitness trend needs to be followed blindly. Due to social media, everyone seems to be obsessed with the idea of walking 10,000 steps per day. While it may work for some, others may end up damaging their knees, joints, and even their lower back. Dr Anup Khatri, Senior Consultant - Orthopaedics, Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, told Moneycontrol, “Even though walking 10,000 or more steps daily is beneficial for health, it may not be...
2026-05-15T06:32:31Z