Study shows how cancer cells evade drug treatments
New Delhi, July 20 - US researchers have found during a study how cancer cells manage to evade despite treatment. Published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the study delves into the cellular processes that allow cancer cells to proliferate
Centre refutes Oxford University study on excess mortality during Covid pandemic
New Delhi, July 20 - Calling it a “gross and misleading overestimate”, the Union government on Saturday refuted claims of excess mortality during the Covid-19 pandemic in India, as stated in a study led by Indian-origin researchers from Oxford University and published in
Even partial vision losses before age 10 can impact hearing abilities: Study
New Delhi, July 20 - Children who partially lose vision before age 10 may be at risk of developing hearing issues, according to a study led by an international team, including from India.
Low Vitamin D levels remain a pressing concern among women: Experts
New Delhi, July 20 - Low Vitamin D levels, also known as the sunshine vitamin, are vital for bone health and remain a pressing concern among women, who are more prone to osteoporosis, arthritis, or other bone-related issues, said experts on Saturday.
Medical professors in South Korea warn of boycotting junior doctors’ training amid standoff
Seoul, July 20 - Some medical professors in South Korea on Saturday warned to boycott training programmes for junior doctors in protest of the government's push for accepting the resignations of striking trainees and the medical school admission quota hikes.
South Korean medical professors warn of boycotting junior doctors’ training
Seoul, July 20 - Some medical professors vowed on Saturday to boycott training programmes for junior doctors in protest of the government's push for accepting the resignations of striking trainees and the medical school admission quota hikes.
Poliovirus detected in Gaza, but no paralytic cases reported so far: UN
United Nations, July 20 - Discovering the poliovirus in Gaza environmental samples is deeply concerning but it's a relief that no cases of the paralysing disease have been reported, UN humanitarians have said.
Understanding the causes of sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes
Health Corner, IndoUS Tribune It’s a heartbreaking scene: a seemingly healthy young athlete collapsing on the field due to sudden cardiac arrest. Surprisingly, this tragic event happens more frequently than many might realize. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, approximately 2,000 individuals
Preventive healthcare is national, societal duty for all: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, July 19 - Preventative healthcare is now a national and civic responsibility for all, said Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, on Friday.
Zydus gets final approval from US FDA for Type 2 diabetes pills
Ahmedabad, July 19 - Indian pharma company Zydus Lifesciences on Friday said that it has received final approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) to market tablets for Type 2 diabetes.
Maternal Zika infection may have long-term effects on babies’ immune system
New Delhi, July 19 - Maternal Zika virus infections can re-programme foetal immune development, leading to long-term consequences for children's immunity, according to a study on Friday, amid cases of the mosquito-borne viral disease in India.
Indian-origin neurologist develops method to predict seizures in epilepsy patients
New Delhi, July 19 - An Indian-origin neurologist in the US has developed a new method that can help predict seizures in people with epilepsy.
NMC approves 50 MBBS seats for new medical college in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, July 18 - The new Government Medical College and Hospital in Odisha's Jajpur has received approval from the National Medical Commission (NMC) for 50 MBBS seats for the 2024-25 academic year.
IIT Mandi team conducts comprehensive life cycle assessment of solar cell technologies
New Delhi, July 18 - Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi conducted a comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of five solar cell technologies to determine the most sustainable and profitable options for solar energy production in India.
Union Budget: Lower Customs duty on import of medical devices, say experts
New Delhi, July 18 - Ahead of the upcoming Union Budget 2024-25, experts on Thursday called on lowering Customs duty on import of global medical devices.
S Korea: Over 10,000 trainee doctors likely to end up leaving hospitals
Seoul, July 18 - Despite many months-long efforts by the medical community and the government for a breakthrough, over 10,000 striking trainee doctors were presumed to leave hospitals as they have decided not to withdraw their resignations, the health ministry said on Thursday.
EAM Jaishankar launches first overseas Jan Aushadhi Kendra in Mauritius
New Delhi, July 18 - External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar has launched the first overseas Jan Aushadhi Kendra in Mauritius.
Novel medication more effective for patients with relapsed blood cancer
New Delhi, July 18 - The hematopoietic cell transplant team at Osaka Metropolitan University Graduate School of Medicine has developed a novel technique based on a new drug combination that has shown considerable anti-cancer activity with low toxicity for relapsed/refractory acute myeloid leukemia
Emergency control zones set up as second Sydney farm reports bird flu
Sydney, July 18 - Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has spread to a second farm in Sydney's northwest, with emergency control zones established to curb the transmission of the highly contagious disease.
Union Budget: Experts for boosting digital health infra, higher GDP allocation
New Delhi, July 18 - Higher GDP allocation for healthcare and advances in digital health infrastructure is imperative, said experts ahead of the Union Budget.