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Monsoon Health Risks: Know 5 common illnesses and their preventive measures
Monsoon brings relief from scorching heat, but at the same time, it can cause severe illnesses due to humid or sudden weather changes. Here are the 5 common illnesses and preventive measures
Centre, states gear up to tackle infectious zoonotic disease outbreaks
Centre announces detailed advisory on bird flu, Kerala government intensifies Nipah prevention efforts
Which are the tests women should undergo in their 30s and 40s?
Every woman should undergo certain tests in their 30s and 40s to avoid further complications as they are more susceptible to certain diseases as they age as compared to men
ICMR releases dietary guidelines, says 56% diseases in India liked to diet
Estimates show that 56.4 per cent of total disease burden in India is due to unhealthy diets, the ICMR said on Wednesday as it released 17 dietary guidelines to meet the requirements of essential nutrients and prevent non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as obesity and diabetes. The National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) under the apex health research body said that healthy diets and physical activity can reduce a substantial proportion of coronary heart disease (CHD) and hypertension (HTN) and prevent up to 80 per cent of type 2 diabetes. "A significant proportion of premature deaths can be averted by following a healthy lifestyle," it said, adding that the upsurge in the consumption of highly processed foods laden with sugars and fats, coupled with reduced physical activity and limited access to diverse foods, exacerbate micronutrient deficiencies and overweight issues. The NIN recommended restricting salt intake, using oils and fat in moderation, doing proper exercise, minimising
Mumps in Delhi/NCR: Everything you need to know to keep your child safe
Many instances of mumps have been reported in India, including Delhi-NCR area, Maharashtra, Telangana. Mumps is a viral disease spread via direct contact or airborne droplets
World Malaria Day 2024: 10 signs and symptoms of Malaria one should know
World Malaria Day 2024: Malaria is one of the deadly diseases caused by the bite of female Anopheles mosquitoes. Here are the 10 signs and symptoms everyone should know
World Malaria Day 2024: History, significance, theme and more
World Malaria Day 2024: Malaria is one of the deadly diseases caused by the bites of mosquitoes. Here's all you need to know about the Malaria Day
India to have 1.5 mn new senior living facilities in 10 years: Report
Population creates 'significant room for growth' for real estate developers, says CBRE
Bengaluru issues advisory for seasonal diseases amid cholera fear
Municipality says it is stepping up awareness about disease transmission and sanitation
A malignant concern: India is fast emerging world's cancer capital
The report sheds light on the concerning rise of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in India, including cancer, diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and mental health issues
World Autism Awareness Day 2024: Know its symptoms, causes and more
World Autism Awareness Day is celebrated every year on April 2. This day aims to raise awareness among people of the disorder, and support those who are suffering from it
AI shows prostate cancer is not just singular disease, reveals study
Scientists have used artificial intelligence (AI) to reveal a new form of aggressive prostate cancer which they said could help thousands of lives by revolutionising how the disease is diagnosed and treated in the future. The study, published in the journal Cell Genomics, reveals that prostate cancer, which affects one in eight men in their lifetime, includes two different subtypes termed evotypes. The findings, led by researchers at the University of Oxford, and the University of Manchester, UK, could help provide tailored treatments to each individual patient according to a genetic test which will also be delivered using AI, they said. Our research demonstrates that prostate tumours evolve along multiple pathways, leading to two distinct disease types," said lead researcher Dan Woodcock, from the University of Oxford. This understanding is pivotal as it allows us to classify tumours based on how the cancer evolves rather than solely on individual gene mutations or expression ...
Rare Disease Day 2024: All you need to know about rare disease communities
Rare Disease Day 2024 is vital to spreading awareness about rare diseases. This extraordinary day is observed on the last day of February and it presents a unique opportunity
'Govt implementing largest digital programme for TB surveillance'
India has made "significant progress" in scaling up molecular diagnostics and is implementing the largest digital programme for TB surveillance and monitoring, an official said during a convention for health writers in the national capital on Wednesday. Experts discussed the latest innovations, challenges and collaborative solutions in the fight against TB at the National Health Writers and Influencers Convention held at AIIMS, Delhi. Even though tuberculosis (TB) is one of the leading causes of death and disability in India, affecting millions of people every year, doctors said the disease is not a death sentence and can be treated with proper treatment. Dr Sanjay K Mattoo, additional deputy director general, Central TB Division, NTEP, Union Health Ministry gave an overview of the NTEP and its aims and challenges at the event. NTEP or National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme aims to end TB by 2025. Mattoo said India has made significant progress in scaling up molecular ...
Understanding Dermatomyositis, the disease that claimed Dangal star's life
Often misunderstood due to its rarity and complex symptoms, this condition requires comprehensive understanding and awareness to ensure timely diagnosis and effective management
Dermatomyositis: Disease that caused the demise of Suhani Bhatnagar
Suhani Bhatnagar who was featured in the Dangal movie passed away at the age of 19 due to dermatomyositis. Get to know more about the disease and its symptoms
What is Disease X? Future pandemic could be deadlier, warns WHO director
WHO director-general warns that the future pandemic could be deadlier. Here's what Tedros Ghebreyesus said at the World Economic Forum
Zambia reels from cholera outbreak with over 400 dead, 10,000 cases
Zambia is reeling from a major cholera outbreak that has killed more than 400 people and infected more than 10,000, leading authorities to order schools across the country to remain shut after the end-of-year holidays. A large soccer stadium in the capital city has been converted into a treatment facility. The Zambian government is embarking on a mass vaccination programme and says it's providing clean water 2.4 million litres a day to communities that are affected across the southern African nation. The national disaster management agency has been mobilised. Cholera is an acute diarrhea infection caused by a bacteria that is typically spread via contaminated food or water. The disease is strongly linked to poverty and inadequate access to clean water. The outbreak in Zambia began in October and 412 people have died and 10,413 cases have been recorded, according to the latest count on Wednesday from the Zambia Public Health Institute, the government body that deals with health .
Oxford scientists launch first human vaccine trials for deadly Nipah virus
Scientists at the University of Oxford in the UK have launched first-in-human vaccine trials for the deadly Nipah virus which impacts many Asian countries, including India. The trials of the ChAdOx1 NipahB vaccine, will consist of 51 people aged 18 to 55, which will be led by the Oxford Vaccine Group. Nipah virus is a devastating disease that can be fatal in around 75 per cent of cases, the researchers said. Outbreaks have occurred in countries in Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia, Bangladesh and India, with a recent one in Kerala in September last year, they said. Nipah virus is carried by fruit bats and may also be transmitted by contact with infected animals (such as pigs) or from person-to-person via close contact, the according to the researchers. The virus, which is recognised by the World Health Organization as a priority disease requiring urgent research, belongs to the same family of paramyxoviruses as more well-known pathogens like measles, they said. Despite the firs
India reports 12 Covid-19 deaths, active cases remain above 4,000
The country has recorded 72 deaths across twelve states and union territories due to the Covid-19 infection since December 17, with Kerala reporting the most deaths at 33
