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Microplastics found in blood, linked to heart disease & stroke risks: Study
89% of participants test positive for microplastics; links to clotting and inflammation identified
 "Microplastics found in blood, linked to heart disease & stroke risks: Study")
New study: PM2.5 air pollution in India leads to 1.5 million deaths a year
A groundbreaking study links PM2.5 pollution to 1.5 million annual deaths in India, urging nationwide action to tackle the health crisis caused by poor air quality
 "New study: PM2.5 air pollution in India leads to 1.5 million deaths a year")
About 1.5 mn deaths a year during 2009-2019 linked to air pollution: Study
A yearly increase in PM2.5 pollution of 10 microns per cubic metre was associated with 8.6 per cent higher annual mortality, the researchers found
 "About 1.5 mn deaths a year during 2009-2019 linked to air pollution: Study")
Centre steps up on gas to increase 70+ enrolment in Ayushman Bharat
BJP machinery comes to aid as coverage remains modest 4% in over one month since launch
 "Centre steps up on gas to increase 70+ enrolment in Ayushman Bharat")
India has cut malaria cases, deaths significantly, says WHO report
Sri Lanka was certified malaria-free in 2016. Timor-Leste reported zero indigenous cases for a third consecutive year in 2023. Bhutan reported zero indigenous cases for a second consecutive year
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DBT, CSCR develop 1st human gene therapy for Haemophilia A in India
Haemophilia is a severe bleeding disorder caused by the deficiency of clotting Factor VIII, leading to spontaneous internal and external bleeding episodes
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ICMR study concluded Covid vaccine didn't increase death risk: Nadda to RS
Nadda said that the government has implemented several strategies to raise public awareness regarding vaccine side-effects reporting and to ensure timely medical interventions
 "ICMR study concluded Covid vaccine didn't increase death risk: Nadda to RS")
Is veg diet worsening Vitamin D deficiency among Indian women?
During winters, when sunlight exposure is reduced, Vitamin D synthesis significantly decreases, making it imperative for women to supplement their Vitamin D intake to maintain optimal health levels
 "Is veg diet worsening Vitamin D deficiency among Indian women?")
Leading docs sign petition for suspension of all Covid-19 mRNA vaccines
A petition known as the HOPE Accord attracting signatures from around the world went online recently to alert the international community on the continued use of the COVID mRNA vaccines
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IGI's new drug ISB 2001 shows promise in treating multiple Myeloma
The drug is designed to treat a type of blood cancer - relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma - in patients who haven't responded well to other treatments
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Over 3,000 maternal deaths in Karnataka over five years: CM's office
In 2019-2020, 662 maternal deaths were reported, with the number rising slightly to 714 the following year. However, the figures have since dropped, with 595 deaths recorded in 2021-2022, 527 in 2022
 "Over 3,000 maternal deaths in Karnataka over five years: CM's office")
Eli Lilly to launch its obesity drug at competitive price in India in 2025
Lilly's rival Danish firm Novo Nordisk is also working to bring its obesity drug Wegovy (Semaglutide) to India soon, and according to reports the company may launch Wegovy in 2026
 "Eli Lilly to launch its obesity drug at competitive price in India in 2025")
'Disease X' outbreak spreads more as UN sends health team to Congo
Outbreak is centered in a remote rural area of Kwango province, where poor road conditions and heavy rains mean it takes nearly 48 hours to reach from Kinshasa
 "'Disease X' outbreak spreads more as UN sends health team to Congo")
Use of leadless pacemakers rising; need data on effects, implants: Experts
Research from around world has documented high success and safety rates, suggesting the leadless device's promise in the field of cardiac pacing, while also calling for clinical trial data to confirm
 "Use of leadless pacemakers rising; need data on effects, implants: Experts")
Fighting TB in multi-pronged manner with new drugs, use of tech: PM Modi
The 100-day TB elimination campaign will be implemented in 347 districts of 33 states where the prevalence of the disease is higher
 "Fighting TB in multi-pronged manner with new drugs, use of tech: PM Modi")
Health minister Nadda launches 100-day TB elimination campaign from Haryana
The 100-day TB elimination campaign will be implemented in 347 districts of 33 states where the prevalence of the disease is higher
 "Health minister Nadda launches 100-day TB elimination campaign from Haryana")
No shortage of anti-TB drugs in country, two months' stock available: Govt
Centre to launch 100-day campaign in high-TB burden districts on Saturday
 "No shortage of anti-TB drugs in country, two months' stock available: Govt")
Indian pharma develops more effective drug to combat antibiotic-resistance
Wockhardt's nafithromycin is India's first FDA-approved antimicrobial that is seen as an alternative to existing antibiotics like azithromycin, which is facing increasing resistance in humans
 "Indian pharma develops more effective drug to combat antibiotic-resistance")
US drug body approves Merus' therapy for lung, pancreatic cancer patients
The therapy, branded as Bizengri, targets the NRG1 gene, which is associated with formation and progression of several tumors
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India's health at a sugar tipping point, 50% see glucose imbalance
According to a report by diagnostic service provider Thyrocare, 49.43 per cent of the tested population in India exhibited abnormal blood glucose levels
