Get the full BangkokScoop experience on your smartphone app.

Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play
Vision Crisis: Can India Meet the 2030 Blindness Target?

Vision Crisis: Can India Meet the 2030 Blindness Target?

urja | March 14, 2026 | 6:39 pm | Health & Fitness

Experts warn that gaps in eye-care services across India could slow progress toward the global mission to end preventable blindness by 2030. Limited access to screenings, treatment, and specialists in many regions continues to challenge efforts to protect vision and improve nationwide eye health.

After Holi: Detox Trend or Just Gut Care?

After Holi: Detox Trend or Just Gut Care?

urja | March 6, 2026 | 7:41 pm | Health & Fitness

After enjoying festive treats during Holi, many people consider doing a “detox.” However, experts say the body naturally clears toxins, and what really matters is mindful eating and gut health awareness. Staying hydrated, eating balanced meals, and supporting digestion may be more beneficial than extreme detox routines.

Many Cancer Cases Tied to Lifestyle Risks, Experts Warn

Many Cancer Cases Tied to Lifestyle Risks, Experts Warn

urja | February 28, 2026 | 5:28 pm | Health & Fitness

Health experts say over one-third of cancer cases are connected to avoidable factors like smoking, poor diet, alcohol use, and inactivity. They stress that early lifestyle changes, regular screenings, and greater awareness can significantly lower cancer risk and improve survival chances through prevention and timely detection.

A New Hope for Joint Repair Without the Knife

A New Hope for Joint Repair Without the Knife

urja | February 22, 2026 | 4:13 pm | Health & Fitness

Emerging advances in regenerative medicine suggest damaged joints may heal without surgery. Treatments like stem cell therapy and platelet-rich plasma aim to stimulate the body’s natural repair process, potentially reducing pain and improving mobility. While promising, experts say more research is needed to confirm long-term effectiveness and safety.

Rising Concern: Why Pancreatic Cancer Is Appearing in Younger Adults

Rising Concern: Why Pancreatic Cancer Is Appearing in Younger Adults

urja | February 20, 2026 | 3:18 am | Health & Fitness

Doctors are seeing more pancreatic cancer cases in younger, non-diabetic people due to genetic mutations, lifestyle factors, obesity, and environmental exposures. Experts say changing diets, inactivity, and inherited risks may contribute. Increased awareness and improved detection also mean cases are being identified earlier, even in otherwise healthy individuals.