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K'taka Govt unveils new dengue surveillance dashboard, mobile app to contain disease

To contain dengue surge in Karnataka, especially Bengaluru, the state government on Friday inaugurated disease surveillance dashboard and mobile application.

Sep 8, 2023

DCGI issues advisory against antacid 'Digene Gel'

Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi has issued an advisory to discontinue the use of antacid Digene Gel manufactured by drugmaker Abbott India at its Goa unit.

Sep 6, 2023

Bitthal Khaitan's meaningful insights to Revolutionize Indian Healthcare through Cloud Data Engineering

In a world where technology and healthcare converge, Bitthal Khaitan is a trailblazer who embodies the potential of Cloud Data Engineering to create a healthier and more accessible future for India

Sep 6, 2023

Robotic surgery in India gains footprint, cost bound to go down: Indian-origin evangelist

As the Indian healthcare sector embraces robotics surgery in a big way, the availability of a variety of surgical robots from multiple vendors and an increasing number of trained doctors and commitment to investing in surgical robots by government and corporate hospitals are increasing its footprint across the country, says Dr Mahendra Bhandari, CEO of US-based Vattikuti Foundation and a robotic surgery evangelist.

Sep 6, 2023

Asians have fewer weekend lie-ins, poor sleep on weekdays: Study

People in Asia go to sleep later, have shorter sleep, and also have poorer sleep quality than those in other parts of the world, finds a study.

Sep 5, 2023

Study explains how breast cancer evolves

Japanese researchers have revealed the mechanism how breast cancer evolves as the entire process -- from the early stages of cell mutations starting in puberty to their manifestations as breast cancer in later years -- has remained shrouded in mystery.

Sep 4, 2023

Assam-based oncologist Ravi Kannan shares '2023 Ramon Magsaysay Award'

Assam-based oncologist and a Padma Shri awardee, Ravi Kannan has been named as one of the four recipients of the 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Award, considered as Asia's Nobel Prize.

Aug 31, 2023

IVF treatment may up stroke risk in women by 66%: Study

Women who received infertility treatments like in vitro-fertilisation (IVF) had an increased risk of stroke hospitalisation within 12 months of delivery, according to an alarming study.

Aug 31, 2023

More sleep could reduce impulsive behaviour in children: Study

Sleep is a critical part of a child's overall health, but it can also be an important factor in the way they behave, according to a study.

Aug 30, 2023

Health Byte: The impact of naturopathy on mental health

Naturopathy, also referred to as naturopathic healing, offers a different approach that focuses on fostering the body's natural healing processes, rather than relying solely on external interventions.

Aug 30, 2023

Zoonotic infection: 8-cm live worm removed from woman's brain in world's 1st discovery

In a world's first such case, a team of Australian neurosurgeons has removed an eight cm-long parasitic roundworm from a patient who complained of forgetfulness and depression.

Aug 29, 2023

Health Byte: World's first drug to target untreatable and deadly 'sticky' cholesterol

A new drug offers a breakthrough world first treatment for Lipoprotein(a) -- a largely genetic form of 'sticky' cholesterol that increases the risk of deadly heart attack and stroke, according to a study.

Aug 29, 2023

Benefits of fenugreek seeds for healthy hair

Beautiful and healthy hair is a desire shared by many. While there are numerous hair care products available, natural remedies can often be equally effective and gentler on your hair. One such natural remedy that has gained popularity is fenugreek seeds.

Aug 28, 2023

Scientists finally complete genome sequencing of notorious human Y chromosome

In a first, scientists have completed the long-anticipated genome sequencing of male Y chromosomes, finally mapping the set of end-to-end human chromosomes.

Aug 28, 2023

Health Byte: New 'smart' socks to prevent falls in people living with dementia

UK researchers have developed a novel sock which combines sensors with artificial intelligence (AI) to help carers and care home staff detect agitation and prevent falls in people with dementia.

Aug 28, 2023