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January 15, 2024 4:13 PM
The University of Oxford has started human testing of an experimental vaccine against the brain-swelling Nipah virus that led to outbreaks in Kerala and other parts of Asia. There is no vaccine yet for the deadly virus. Nipah was first identified about 25 years ago in Malaysia and has led to outb...
January 15, 2024 1:24 PM
Generating Ayushman cards is a vital aspect of the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY, and the program has consistently strived to ensure that every beneficiary possesses their Ayushman card. In the last two financial years alone, over 16.7 crore Ayushman cards were generated, with more than 7.5 crore created i...
January 8, 2024 5:15 PM
Researchers from the Department of Clinical Research at the University of Southern Denmark uncovered a significant link between hearing loss and the onset of dementia, in a recent study involving data from 573,088 individuals. This study stands as the largest of its kind till date. The research i...
January 4, 2024 10:48 AM
The study, led by Professor (Vd) Rabinarayan Acharya, Director-General of CCRAS, focuses on assessing the safety, tolerability, and adherence to Ayurveda formulations in key research areas. These include Bal Kasa (pediatric respiratory disorders), Malnutrition, Insufficient lactation, Abnormal Uteri...
January 3, 2024 4:48 PM
The guidelines emphasize the importance of obtaining prior consent from patients or their relatives before admitting critically ill individuals to the ICU. Developed by a panel of 24 eminent physicians, which includes experts from Dubai and Canada, these guidelines set clear criteria for ICU admi...
January 2, 2024 4:21 PM
A significant milestone has been achieved by the Union Health Ministry. On Tuesday, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare informed that more than 1 crore people have been screened for Sickle Cell Disease under the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission. The Mission endeavors to screen ...
December 29, 2023 4:36 PM
Citing data from the Indian Council of Medical Research Guidelines, Dr Singh revealed a staggering 150% increase in the number of people with diabetes in the past three decades. He highlighted a concerning trend where the age of diagnosis for Type 2 Diabetes is decreasing, notably observed in indivi...
December 29, 2023 2:12 PM
The COVID-19 pandemic has sparked a new interest in immune-boosting ingredients. Scientists worldwide are now focusing on compounds that not only defend against SARS-CoV-2 but also slow its spread. Edible mushrooms, known for being rich in antioxidants, nutrients, and having few side effects, are no...
December 29, 2023 12:18 PM
As part of the ongoing Ayushman Bhava campaign, a cumulative footfall of 11,30,98,010 has been recorded in 13,84,309 health melas, including Ayushman Arogya Mandir Melas and Community Health Centre Melas. Ayushman Arogya Mandir Melas, numbering 13,49,356, saw a footfall of 9,76,56,060. The melas ...
December 21, 2023 7:46 PM
Amid a rise in coronavirus cases in India, the Health Ministry officials have stated that there are currently no plans to enforce mandatory RT-PCR testing for Covid-19 at airports for travelers in the country. India revised its guidelines in July, eliminating the requirement for RT-PCR testing of...
