World Asthma Day is celebrated on May 3. Alongside the Covid-19 pandemic, Mumbai is also tackling poor air quality. Mid-day Online reached out to city experts to understand how this double threat affects asthma patients
Best known therapeutically as a treatment for bipolar disorder, lithium may also slow kidney ageing and promote its proper functioning, researchers have found
The chemical called Bisphenols are chemical substances used in the manufacture of plastics and resins found in many consumer products, such as food cans, reusable bottles and toys
What with celebrations involving colours, food and drinks in equal measure, many are looking forward to Holi this time. Here are some unique innovations revelers can try with thandai – the cooling drink that is synonymous with the festival
What is it like to be a woman behind the bar? Mid-day Online spoke to three Mumbaikars who work as bartenders or bar managers. They talk about breaking into the profession, making their own cocktails and dealing with surprised onlookers
Driving an autorickshaw on Mumbai’s streets is no easy task. Quite a few women have broken into this male-dominated profession with confidence in recent years. Mid-day Online spoke to two women who ferry passengers in Bandra not only for the money but also for the independence it brings
In a study, published in the journal Health Data Science, researchers from King`s College London found that ambient fine particulate matter (PM2.5) concentration reduction led to significant improvement in laboratory test results used to assess a patient`s kid
A recently released Hindi film portrayed `lavender marriage`, which sparked conversation across movie halls and living rooms. Queer individuals share lived experiences that delve into the multifaceted implications of pretence and how it impacts their wellbeing
The findings of the study published in the journal Lancet Planetary Health, showed out of the estimated 1.85 million new paediatric asthma cases attributed to NO2 globally in 2019, two-thirds occurred in urban areas