Author: Partha Nandi, MD

Partha Nandi M.D., F.A.C.P. is the creator and host of the internationally syndicated medical lifestyle television show, Ask Dr. Nandi. A practicing physician and a renowned international speaker, his appearances include TEDx, college commencements, numerous charity functions, premier medical meetings such as Digestive Disease Week, and nationally syndicated television programs such as The Katie Couric Show. Dr. Nandi has partnered with the Ministry of Health in multiple countries, including Jamaica and India, and has collaborated with The World Health Organization in multiple areas throughout the globe, Dr. Nandi delivers passionate and inspiring talks to diverse audiences. He continues to travel internationally for conferences and symposia, meeting with global health leaders on his quest to improve health care quality, access, and to empower people across the world β€œTo Be Your Own Health Hero.” DrNandi@AskDrNandi.com
What You Should Know About the New COVID β€˜Stratus’ Variant XFG.3
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What You Should Know About the New COVID β€˜Stratus’ Variant XFG.3

It’s been over five years since COVID-19 first reshaped how we think about health. While the world has adapted, the virus continues to evolve, producing new strains that sometimes spark renewed concern. The latest of these, the β€œStratus” variant (XFG and XFG.3), is now responsible for a growing share of COVID-19 cases in England and…

First-Ever Successful Huntington’s Disease Treatment Slows Progression by 75 Percent
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First-Ever Successful Huntington’s Disease Treatment Slows Progression by 75 Percent

For decades, Huntington’s disease has stood as one of medicine’s most heartbreaking diagnoses, a slow and unstoppable decline that robs individuals of movement, memory, and personality. Now, for the first time, scientists have achieved something once thought impossible: slowing the disease’s progression by 75 percent. In early clinical trials, an experimental gene therapy called AMT-130…

117-Year-Old Woman’s DNA Reveals Longevity Secrets
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117-Year-Old Woman’s DNA Reveals Longevity Secrets

Maria Branyas lived to 117 years old, making her one of the oldest verified humans in history. When she passed in 2024, scientists had already collected blood, saliva, urine, and stool samples to unlock the biological secrets behind her remarkable longevity. Spanish researchers discovered that Branyas possessed cells that “felt” or “behaved” like those of…

Blood Pressure Rules Changed: Are You Now Hypertensive?
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Blood Pressure Rules Changed: Are You Now Hypertensive?

Medical authorities just moved the goalposts for blood pressure diagnosis, and millions of Americans who thought they were healthy may now officially have hypertension. August 2025 brought new guidelines from the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology that lower the threshold for high blood pressure diagnosis and eliminate the “prehypertension” category entirely. Nearly…

Could Your Blood Type Influence Stroke Risk? Here’s What Science Says
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Could Your Blood Type Influence Stroke Risk? Here’s What Science Says

When you think of stroke risk factors, conditions like high blood pressure, smoking, or obesity probably come to mind. But recent research suggests something far more personal may play a role: your blood type. A 2022 genetic study has uncovered that people with one particular blood type may have a slightly higher chance of experiencing…

A New Breakthrough: Photodynamic Therapy Offers Hope Against HPV
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A New Breakthrough: Photodynamic Therapy Offers Hope Against HPV

For millions of women worldwide, a diagnosis of human papillomavirus (HPV) can be frightening. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection and a leading cause of cervical cancer, which remains one of the deadliest cancers among women. While vaccines and routine screenings have made enormous strides in prevention, researchers are working tirelessly to discover…

The Beauty of Becoming: Why Cameron Diaz Embraces Her Natural Face
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The Beauty of Becoming: Why Cameron Diaz Embraces Her Natural Face

We live in a world where cosmetic procedures have become as common as haircuts. From Botox to fillers, the pursuit of youth often overshadows the value of authenticity. But when a Hollywood icon like Cameron Diaz chooses a different path, it sparks an important conversation about what beauty and aging truly mean. Her story isn’t…

American Students Are Falling Behind: What the 2024 Test Scores Mean for Our Future
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American Students Are Falling Behind: What the 2024 Test Scores Mean for Our Future

The latest release of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), often called The Nation’s Report Card, carries sobering news. U.S. high school seniors scored their lowest results in reading since 1992 and their weakest math performance since 2005. These findings are not just statisticsβ€”they signal a deeper concern about the academic readiness of the…

Cleaning Products and Lung Health: Why Regular Cleaning May Harm Like Smoking
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Cleaning Products and Lung Health: Why Regular Cleaning May Harm Like Smoking

Most of us reach for cleaning sprays and disinfectants without a second thought, believing they make our homes healthier. Yet science suggests a different story. A large, long-term study has revealed that regular use of cleaning products may harm your lungs as much as long-term smoking. If you use sprays daily or work in cleaning…