Bengaluru based doctor averts mid-air crises, helps lady having seizure
New Delhi, Nov 21 - In a recent incident on an Air India flight from Delhi to Toronto, a potential mid-air crisis was successfully averted, all thanks to the prompt and effective intervention of Dr. Sundar Sankaran, a doctor based in Bengaluru.
High hemoglobin a risk factor for stroke and heart attacks: Experts
New Delhi, Nov 21 - High hemoglobin levels can raise your risk of heart attack, stroke and blood clots, according to health experts.
Hidden abdominal fat in midlife may raise Alzheimer’s risk later: Study
New York, Nov 21 - Higher amounts of visceral abdominal fat in midlife can raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease, according to research.
Children in Lucknow exposed to dangerous lead levels: Study
Lucknow, Nov 21 - In a shocking revelation, a study conducted by the King George’s Medical University (KGMU) has found that exposure of children in Lucknow to lead — a toxic substance that can damage the nervous system — is about four times
Poor nutrition can spur risk of anxiety, depression & diabetes
New York, Nov 21 - Poor nutrition plays a dual role, contributing to both the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and impacting mental health, including anxiety and depression, two studies have shown.
Wearable tech in medical market to exceed $100 bn in 2023: Report
New Delhi, Nov 21 - The market size of wearable technology in the medical sector in 2023 is projected to exceed $100 billion and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 15 per cent up to the year 2030,
17 hospitalized after consuming ‘biryani’ in K’taka village
Chikkamagaluru, Nov 21 - At least 17 people, including nine women, fell ill and were hospitalized after eating 'biryani' in Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka, said officials on Tuesday.
Covid vax didn’t raise risk of unexplained sudden deaths in young Indians: ICMR study
New Delhi, Nov 21 - Covid-19 vaccination did not increase the risk of unexplained sudden deaths among young adults in India, concluded comprehensive study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on Tuesday.
New blood test to detect silent, lethal pancreatic cancer
Sydney, Nov 20 - Researchers have developed a novel blood test that could lead to the first early detection for pancreatic cancer.
New moms & dads increasingly turn to social media for parenting advice
New York, Nov 20 - New parents facing tough times to handle their newborns and toddlers with rocking them to sleep, feed and potty training, are increasingly turning to social media for help, according to a study.
Study shows Covid-related loss of taste & smell improves in 3 yrs
London, Nov 20 - People with impairment in sense of taste and smell are likely to see improvement three years after a Covid-19 infection, suggested a study.
New glaucoma treatment strategy to guide stem cells to retina
New York, Nov 20 - Researchers have identified a promising new strategy for glaucoma cell replacement therapy.
Study predicts increased resurgence in invasive meningitis cases
London, Nov 18 - Researchers have found an unprecedented resurgence in the invasive meningococcal disease after the easing of control measures imposed during the Covid-19 epidemic, which may see a significant rise in the days ahead.
Another premature baby dies in Gaza’s Al-Shifa Hospital, total reaches 5
Tel Aviv, Nov 18 - Another premature baby has died at the Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza due to lack of proper incubation support, taking the total number of such deaths to five, the Palestinian Ministry of Health said on Saturday.
UK approves world’s 1st gene therapy to treat sickle-cell, thalassemia
London, Nov 18 - The UK has approved the world's first gene therapy to treat blood disorders sickle-cell disease and thalassemia using the gene-editing tool CRISPR, which won its inventors the Nobel Prize in 2020.
Malnutrition linked with global rise in antibiotic resistance: Study
Toronto, Nov 18 - The 'hidden hunger' of micronutrient deficiencies could be an important factor for the global rise in antibiotic resistance, which is often attributed to overuse and misuse of antibiotics, according to an alarming study.
Cyrus Poonawala undergoes angioplasty after heart attack, stable
Pune, Nov 18 - The Chairman and Managing Director of Serum Institute of India, Cyrus Poonawala, suffered a mild heart attack late on Thursday.
World’s 1st body sound capturing wearables to continuously monitor health
New York, Nov 17 - US researchers, led by one of Indian origin, have developed world's first new soft, miniaturized wearable devices that can continuously track subtle sounds in the human body and provide valuable information about a person's health.
People in Bihar’s Gaya in fear as ‘mysterious’, painful illness sweeps area
Patna, Nov 16 - More than 300 people in a village in Bihar’s Gaya district have fallen sick in the last few weeks to an unknown disease, an official said.
Dr. Reddy’s launches wearable migraine management device in India
Hyderabad, Nov 16 - Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories on Thursday announced the roll-out of Nerivio, a US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) approved wearable therapy device for drug-free management of migraine.