Ozempic and the uncomfortable truth
New Delhi, Aug 22 – Ozempic, the diet pill that took the world by storm has been under the public scanner for long, is found to be more devastating than what was originally speculated. A study conducted at St. Vincent’s University Hospital (SVUH)
Kolkata hospital horror: SC asks WB Police to not disrupt peaceful protests, CBI probe to continue
New Delhi, Aug 22 – The Supreme Court on Thursday asked the West Bengal Police not to disrupt the peaceful protests in the wake of the horrific incident at Kolkata’s R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, where a trainee doctor was raped and
Can Mpox virus spread through air like Covid-19?
New Delhi, Aug 21 – Respiratory droplets might play a role in the spread of Mpox but not as efficiently as Covid-19 or even flu, said infectious disease experts on Wednesday. Mpox is a viral zoonotic disease that occurs primarily in tropical rainforest
After Sweden, Thailand detects 1st ‘suspected case of new Mpox strain’
New Delhi, Aug 21 – After Sweden, Thailand has detected the first suspected case of new Mpox strain — Clade 1b, the country’s health department informed on Wednesday. Both Thailand and Sweden are the first outside of Africa to see Mpox cases of
Covid-19 variant KP.3.1.1 predominant in US as infections continue ticking up
Los Angeles, Aug 21 – The KP.3.1.1 Covid-19 variant, now the predominant SARS-CoV-2 variant circulating in the US, has been causing increasing infections in the country, the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) showed. KP.3.1.1, of the
South Korea to focus on treating Covid-19 in high-risk patients
Seoul, Aug 21 – Health authorities in South Korea aim to focus on treating Covid-19 in high-risk patients as this year’s summer wave is expected to peak by the end of this month, the chief of the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency
Obese children more likely to develop immune-related diseases: Study
New Delhi, Aug 21 – Immune-mediated skin disorders (IMSDs) like psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and alopecia areata might all be influenced by childhood obesity, according to research on Wednesday. Keeping a healthy weight may help reduce the likelihood of certain skin diseases occurring, said
Zimbabwe imports 90 pc of pharmaceutical products from India: Minister
New Delhi, Aug 20 – Zimbabwe imports 90 per cent of pharmaceutical products from India, the African country’s Health and Child Care Minister Dr Douglas Mombeshora said on Tuesday. Speaking to IANS at the sidelines of the 19th CII India-Africa Business Conclave, Dr
Centre launches pilot to transform 60 fair price shops as Jan Poshan Kendras
New Delhi, Aug 20 – The Union government on Tuesday launched a pilot to transform 60 fair price shops in the country as Jan Poshan Kendra. The pilot to be run in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh will provide a solution to
Indian medical student Anuj Pachhel handled tough tasks with Mac: Apple
New Delhi, Aug 19 Apple on Monday revealed three students majoring in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fields, including recent graduate Anuj Pachhel from the Government Medical College in Nagpur, who made Mac and iPad their trusted companions on the campus. To
Indian generic drugs treating malaria, HIV-AIDS & TB in developing countries: Nadda
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) High-quality generic drugs developed in India are helping to treat malaria, HIV-AIDS, and tuberculosis in developing countries at affordable prices, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda. The minister said this as he inaugurated the ‘First Policy Makers’ Forum’,
Study shows dialysis not a feasible option for all elderly with kidney failure
New Delhi, Aug 20 – For some older adults with kidney failure, dialysis may not be feasible, finds a new study that calls for more careful consideration for the procedure among people who are 75 or 80 years old. The study, conducted by
Centre to form panel to suggest measures for healthcare professionals’ safety
New Delhi, Aug 17 – The Union Health Ministry on Saturday assured doctors of all possible efforts to ensure safety, as services were impacted in the states in the wake of nation-wide strike called by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) against the brutal
Czech Republic, Slovakia agree on cooperation in medicines policy
Prague, Aug 17 – Czech Health Minister Vlastimil Valek and his Slovak counterpart Zuzana Dolinkova signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation in medicines policy and medical devices. The two countries on Friday agreed to collaborate on facilitating the faster entry of
IAF, Indian Army carry out first-ever Aarogya Maitri Cube para-drop
New Delhi, Aug 17 – The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Indian Army jointly executed a first-ever para-drop operation, delivering the Aarogya Maitri Health Cube at a high-altitude location near 15,000 feet, said the Ministry of Defence on Saturday. “These trauma care
Rs1 lakh crore disbursed for free hospital care to 7.4 crore patients under PMJAY scheme
New Delhi, Aug 17 – A total of 7.37 crore hospital admissions worth Rs 1 lakh crore have been authorised under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) as of June 30, 2024, according to the latest data compiled by the
Kolkata horror: Health services hit in Chandigarh, Punjab
Chandigarh, Aug 17 – Health services were severely impacted in the PGIMER, the premier health institute here with a daily footfall of around 10,000 patients, and across Punjab as all Outpatient Department (OPD) services were shut on Saturday, protesting against the alleged rape
Are smartphones frying our brains ? Understanding the impact on brain health
By: Dr Avi Verma MD(h) Courtsey of International University Of Health SciencesThe advent of smartphones has revolutionized the way we live, but it has also sparked concerns about their impact on our mental and emotional well-being. With constant notifications, social media updates, and
FDA approves Neffy: A groundbreaking needle-free alternative to EpiPen for anaphylaxis treatment
By: Dr Avi Verma, MD(h) The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently approved Neffy, the first epinephrine nasal spray designed to treat anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. This new treatment option offers a significant advancement in the management
Czech Health Ministry recommends vaccination against mpox
Prague, Aug 16 – The Czech Ministry of Health and the State Health Institute (SZU) issued a statement, recommending people vaccinate and take preventive measures against mpox if travelling to areas where mpox is currently reported. The mpox disease, formerly known as monkeypox,