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Acclaimed Cardiovascular Disease Expert Dr. Navin Nanda Of Alabama, Praised As A ‘Legend’

Posted on September 7, 2026September 8, 2026 by a Staff Writer

Renowned cardiologist Dr. Navin Nanda receiving AAPI Lifetime Achievement Award. PHOTO: navinnandamd.com Dr. Navin Nanda, Distinguished Professor of Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, Alabama, was…

I research ‘gut feelings.’ Here’s how I know when to trust mine

Posted on September 7, 2026September 8, 2026 by Trisha Pasricha, MD, The Washington Post

I often get strong gut feelings when I meet a new person. Where do these come from – and are they a real thing? You meet someone at a party and want…

Weight loss medicines and hair loss: New study finds genetic link in men

Posted on September 5, 2026 by Desi Talks Chicago

New York [US], September 5 (ANI): Weight loss drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound may be linked to a higher risk of male pattern hair loss, with men already genetically predisposed…

Congressman Ami Bera Reintroduces Legislation To End Tuberculosis Worldwide

Posted on September 2, 2026September 4, 2026 by a Staff Writer

Congressman Ami Bera, D-California. PHOTO: Bera.house.gov On September 2, 2026, U.S. Congressman Dr. Ami Bera, D-California, along with Rep. María Elvira Salazar, R-Florida, co-chairs of the House Tuberculosis Elimination Caucus, reintroduced the End…

More Than 1,700 Doctors And Their Families Attend Gujarati Physicians Convention In Florida

Posted on August 28, 2026 by a Staff Writer

More than 1,700 people registered for the Gujarati Physicians Convention held August 19-23, 2026, in Orlando, Florida. Physicians of other ethnic backgrounds also attended and were welcomed, noted Chairman of the Convention…

India proposes front-of-pack warning labels for packaged foods after public outcry

Posted on August 28, 2026August 30, 2026 by Aditya Kalra

FILE PHOTO: A combination picture shows a packet of Nestle’s Maggi Masala 2-Minute Noodles at an office in Mumbai, India, August 20, 2026, and a packet of Nestle’s Maggi Masala 2-Minute Noodles…

Indian American Physicians Hold Leadership Retreat In New York

Posted on August 19, 2026August 21, 2026 by a Staff Writer

New York City, August 15, 2026 — The American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) convened its national leadership in midtown Manhattan at Utsav Restaurant on August 15, 2026. The retreat…

Low-fat vegan diet may help people lose weight without eating less, say researchers

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Desi Talks Chicago

Washington DC [US], August 18 (ANI): A low-fat vegan diet may support weight loss without the need to count calories, reduce portion sizes, or constantly battle hunger. In a 16-week clinical trial,…

AHS Family Health Center Celebrates National Health Center Week, Strengthening Access to Quality Care

Posted on August 18, 2026August 21, 2026 by Bhailal M. Patel

State Representative Kevin Olickal visiting AHS Family Health Center outreach and enrollment booth on August 5, 2026 during the National Health Center Week. ALL PHOTOS: AHS Family Health Center CHICAGO, IL -August…

Researchers say a faulty gene copy can make the heart’s DNA fold wrong way

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Desi Talks Chicago

Washington DC [US], August 13 (ANI): Researchers have discovered that a gene linked to congenital heart disease acts like an architect for the heart cell’s DNA. Losing just one copy of TBX5…

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Weight loss medicines and hair loss: New study finds genetic link in men

Low-fat vegan diet may help people lose weight without eating less, say researchers

Researchers say a faulty gene copy can make the heart’s DNA fold wrong way

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