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21.69 lakh TB cases notified between Jan-Oct: Centre

21.69 lakh TB cases Reported by Centre between January and October

India has seen a significant increase in the notification of tuberculosis (TB) cases, with about 21.69 lakh cases reported between January and October 2024. This figure represents a substantial rise from the 18.05 lakh cases reported in 2020 and the 25.52 lakh cases reported in 2023.

Dec 3, 2024

PhonePe raises $350 mn at $12 billion valuation

PhonePe Introduces Affordable Health Insurance for Dengue and Malaria at Rs 59 Anually

PhonePe has launched a new insurance plan for dengue and malaria. The plan, which commences at a nominal rate of Rs. 59 per year, provides comprehensive year-round coverage of up to Rs. 1 lakh for medical expenses related to vector and air-borne diseases.

Dec 3, 2024

US scientists deem common antiseizure drugs safe for pregnancy

US Scientists Confirm Safety of 2 Commonly Used Antiseizure Drugs for Pregnant Mothers

A team of US scientists has declared two commonly used antiseizure medications -- lamotrigine and levetiracetam -- safe for use during pregnancy.

Dec 3, 2024

Increased intake of plant protein to boost your heart health

Eating more plant-based protein than animal-based protein may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and coronary heart disease (CHD), according to a new study.

Dec 2, 2024

Bangladesh's dengue deaths near 500

Bangladesh witnessed another deadly month of dengue outbreak in November as it recorded nearly 30,000 cases and 173 deaths.

Dec 2, 2024

Long-term use of antibiotics may raise risk of Parkinson's disease: Study

Long-term exposure to antibiotics may significantly raise the risk of Parkinson's disease, finds a study.

Dec 2, 2024

India a net supplier of HIV medicines to world: JP Nadda

India is taking a lead in global AIDS control by being the net supplier of HIV medicines to the world, said Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Sunday.

Dec 1, 2024

Frigid temperatures and snow grip millions of Americans ahead of Christmas

A blast of Artic air was set to unleash bone-chilling temperatures into the weekend across much of the central and eastern United States, said various weather reports.

Nov 30, 2024

Surrogacy: NHRC questions Telangana Police over harassment of women

Taking note of media reports, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has questioned Telangana Police over the allegations of harassment of women under the garb of promoting surrogacy facilities.

Nov 29, 2024

Centre declares snakebites a notifiable disease in India

India Declares Snakebites a Notifiable Disease

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) in India has declared snakebite cases and deaths a "notifiable disease". This decision comes in the wake of data revealing that around 50,000 deaths in India occur due to an estimated 3-4 million snakebites annually, accounting for half of all snakebite deaths globally. However, these cases are grossly underreported, indicating a much larger problem.

Nov 29, 2024

PM Modi's visit to Pune cancelled due to heavy rain

TN heavy rains: Schools, colleges closed in Chennai, red alert in coastal districts

With the weather department predicting heavy to very heavy rain in coastal districts of Tamil Nadu, the District Collectors of Chennai and Chengalpatu on Friday declared holidays for educational institutions in these two districts.

Nov 29, 2024

WHO launches global plan to fight dengue, Aedes-borne arboviral diseases

Delhi Reports First Japanese Encephalitis Case in 13 Years: What Is This Deadly Viral Brain Infection

After 13 years, Delhi is dealing with a resurgence of Japanese Encephalitis (JE), a potentially fatal viral brain infection.

Nov 28, 2024

Dr. Reddy's launches Toripalimab in India to treat rare form of head & neck cancer

Cancer drug Toripalimab that treats aggressive form of head and neck cancer launched in India

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories has announced the launch of Toripalimab in India. This drug is designed to treat adults suffering from Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), a rare and aggressive form of head and neck cancer that originates in the nasopharynx, the upper part of the throat.

Nov 28, 2024

Insulin resistance may make men more prone to common heart valve disease: Study

Insulin resistance can increase the risk of aortic stenosis -- a common heart valve disease -- in men over the age of 45, finds a study on Wednesday.

Nov 27, 2024

Study finds potential genes linking depression to menstrual pain

Women suffering from depression are more likely to experience menstrual pain (also known as dysmenorrhea).

Nov 27, 2024

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Health News

21.69 lakh TB cases Reported by Centre between January and October

PhonePe Introduces Affordable Health Insurance for Dengue and Malaria at Rs 59 Anually

US Scientists Confirm Safety of 2 Commonly Used Antiseizure Drugs for Pregnant Mothers

Increased intake of plant protein to boost your heart health

Bangladesh's dengue deaths near 500

Long-term use of antibiotics may raise risk of Parkinson's disease: Study

India a net supplier of HIV medicines to world: JP Nadda

Frigid temperatures and snow grip millions of Americans ahead of Christmas

Surrogacy: NHRC questions Telangana Police over harassment of women

India Declares Snakebites a Notifiable Disease

TN heavy rains: Schools, colleges closed in Chennai, red alert in coastal districts

Delhi Reports First Japanese Encephalitis Case in 13 Years: What Is This Deadly Viral Brain Infection

Cancer drug Toripalimab that treats aggressive form of head and neck cancer launched in India

Insulin resistance may make men more prone to common heart valve disease: Study

Study finds potential genes linking depression to menstrual pain

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