ICMR-NIN launches Nutrition Atlas in online and interactive form
Hyderabad, June 28 - ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) has developed Nutrition Atlas, an online virtual, interactive web application that helps access nutrition data from different national surveys from different time points and geographies on a single platform.
Centre unveils 3 new initiatives to bolster healthcare services
New Delhi, June 29 - In another bid to ensure healthcare for all, the government has unveiled three new initiatives which will play a major role in improving the quality of healthcare services in the country.
Anti-polio campaign launched in Pakistan
Islamabad, June 29 - A polio vaccination campaign was launched in Pakistan's northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province with a target to vaccinate nearly 1.3 million children, the Provincial Emergency Operation Center said.
Medical Doctor Program (MD) – 4 Year Hybrid Study
The International University of the Health Sciences (IUHS) School of Medicine offers a flexible and accredited 4-year MD program, with a 5-year option available. This hybrid program combines online and in-person study, making it ideal for allied health practitioners and recent graduates who
Understanding high-functioning anxiety: Is it really that bad?
By The Health Corner, IndoUs Tribune How often do people decide to just live with pain until it becomes unbearable? Many of us hope it will simply go away, resorting to self-medication, and only seek help from a physician when the pain is
Jewellery, decorative item makers at high latent TB risk from silica dust: ICMR study
New Delhi, June 28 - Latent tuberculosis, which occurs without any symptoms is the highest among agate stone workers -- who make jewellery and decorative items, according to a study by researchers at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
Genes, environment & lifestyle fueling breast cancers even among healthy: Doctors
New Delhi, June 28 - Genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors are driving breast cancers even among women who seem healthy, said oncologists on Friday, even as television actress Hina Khan announced her diagnosis with stage three breast cancer.
IISER Kolkata study finds vascular growth factor key for colon, renal cancer treatment
New Delhi, June 28 - Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Kolkata, have identified a Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Receptor (VEGFR) that can pave the way for developing medical treatments for colon and renal cancers.
Centre okays Rs 700 crore to set up institutes of pharma, medical technology
New Delhi, June 28 - The Central government has earmarked Rs 700 crore to set up centres of excellence at the National Institutes of Pharmaceutical, Education & Research (NIPER) over the next five years to boost pharma and medical technology in the country.
Why giving smartphones to calm down kids’ tantrums may not be healthy
New Delhi, June 28 - Are you one of those parents who calm down their tantrum-throwing children with a digital device? Beware, it may hamper their ability to self-regulate their emotions later in adulthood, finds a study on Friday.
Union Health Minister to launch 3 initiatives to bolster public health facilities
New Delhi, June 27 - Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda is scheduled to unveil three public health initiatives in the national capital on Friday, in the presence of Ministers of State Jadhav Prataprao Ganpatrao and Anupriya Singh Patel.
Cabinet Secretary asks states to make inventory of all water bodies
Hyderabad, June 27 - Union Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba on Thursday emphasised the need for all states to complete the inventorisation of all water bodies, including geo-tagging and preparation of a scientific plan.
India ahead of global countries in ensuring One Health goals: V.K. Paul
New Delhi, June 27 - India has taken the lead in ensuring One Health goals, Vinod K. Paul, Member (Health), NITI Aayog, said on Thursday.
Air pollution exposure during childhood may affect lung health later
New Delhi, June 28 - Early-life exposure to air pollution may have a direct effect on lung health later in life, reveals a study on Friday that underlines the need to reduce pollution.
Blame a gut bacteria for your compulsive eating, obesity
New Delhi, June 27 - Worried about your food addiction? Take heart, a team of researchers has identified a specific gut bacteria associated with both mice and human compulsive eating disorder and obesity.
Delhi doctors remove tumour from teenager’s thigh, prevent leg amputation
New Delhi, June 27 - A 16-year-old girl has been given a new lease of life after doctors here removed a large tumour in her left thigh in an eight-hour-long surgery, and prevented her left leg from amputation.
S. Korea’s SK bioscience to acquire German biotech firm IDT Biologika
Seoul, June 27 - SK bioscience, a biopharmaceutical arm of South Korea's SK Group, on Thursday said it has agreed to pay 339 billion won ($243 million) for control of German biotech company IDT Biologika.
UK’s Haleon to sell nicotine replacement therapy biz outside US to Dr Reddy’s for $632 mn
New Delhi, June 26 - UK-based consumer healthcare company Haleon on Wednesday announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) business outside of the US to Dr Reddy's Laboratories SA for 500 million pounds (about $632.55
S. Korean Prez vows to expand systemic support for mental health services
Seoul, June 26 - South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Wednesday said the government will step up systemic support for mental health services encompassing prevention, treatment, and recovery to assist those in need.
Telangana seeks release of Rs 693 crore under National Health Mission
New Delhi/Hyderabad, June 25 - Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Tuesday urged Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda to immediately release Rs 693.13 crore pending dues to Telangana under the National Health Mission (NHM).