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Abortion at home via pills safe till 12 weeks of pregnancy: The Lancet

Home-Based Medical Abortions: A Safe Alternative?

A study conducted by Swedish researchers and published in The Lancet journal has highlighted the safety and efficacy of managing abortion at home using pills. The study, led by Johanna Rydelius from the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Sweden, analyzed the experiences of 435 women who took the first dose of misoprostol, a pill used in medical abortions, either at home or in the hospital.

Aug 30, 2024

Microbes deep within Arctic Sea yield promising prospects for antibiotics: Study IANS IANSAugust 30, 2024 12:38 PM

Finnish Researchers Find Arctic Sea Microbes; Opens New Frontier in Antibiotic Discovery

A team of Finnish researchers from the University of Helsinki has discovered promising prospects for antibiotics deep within the Arctic Sea. The team has developed a new suite of methods to test for the antivirulence and antibacterial effect of hundreds of unknown compounds derived from the Arctic Sea.

Aug 30, 2024

Cancer cases rising due to indiscriminate use of chemical fertilisers: Rajasthan Governor

Rising Cancer Cases Linked to Chemical Fertilisers: A Call for Natural Farming

In a recent address at the Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University in Bikaner, Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde expressed grave concerns over the rising cases of cancer. He attributed this alarming trend to the indiscriminate use of chemical fertilisers.

Aug 30, 2024

Healthcare sector value chain can boost Indian pharma exports: Commerce Secy

India known as the 'pharmacy of the world', the country also has huge scope to enter the global value chain system to further boost exports of pharma products.

Aug 29, 2024

New Mpox strain poses a notable risk to children: Experts

Deadly Mpox Strain Clade 1b Emerges Deadlier, Threatens Global Health

The global health community is on high alert as a new and deadlier strain of Mpox, known as Clade 1b, has emerged, posing a significant risk to children. This outbreak, currently ravaging Africa, has been declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO) on August 15, 2024.

Aug 29, 2024

Telangana to study France model for issuing digital health cards

Telangana to Implement Digital Health Cards Inspired By France [Details]

Telangana's government, led by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, is studying France's digital health card policy. The state will issue new health cards separate from ration cards, to be used for medical treatment under specific programs.

Aug 28, 2024

Research shows how online games can help people with autism

Online Gaming Boosts Social Skills in Autism: Study

Online games like Dungeons and Dragons can enhance social skills in individuals with autism, according to a study by the University of Plymouth. The study involved eight individuals with autism playing the game over six weeks, both in person and online.

Aug 27, 2024

Menopause Transition Increases Cardiovascular Disease Risk

A study led by Dr. Stephanie Moreno reveals an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in women undergoing menopause. The research found that menopause is associated with a transition to a higher-risk lipoprotein profile, likely to cause CVD.

Aug 27, 2024

Indian Immunologicals' new nasal, needle-free Covid vaccine a 'gamechanger': Study

Innovative Nasal COVID-19 Vaccine by Indian Immunologicals Turns Out To Be Potential Gamechanger

The scientific community has been focusing on the development of vaccines, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. A significant breakthrough in this field is the development of a novel nasal and needle-free COVID-19 vaccine by Indian Immunologicals, a Hyderabad-based company.

Aug 27, 2024

How sugar-sweetened beverages may harm your health

Sugar-Sweetened Beverages: Beware of This Silent Health Threat

The consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) such as sodas, fruit punch, and lemonade, whether at home or outside, has become a common practice. However, experts warn that these beverages may lead to significant harm to health, ranging from infections in teeth and kidneys to heart disease.

Aug 26, 2024

Wearable devices like smartwatches can cause anxiety

Even placebos can help reduce stress, anxiety: Study

A team of scientists has found that even placebos can help reduce stress, anxiety and depression in people remotely.

Aug 26, 2024

Lack of proper sleep could lead to brain-related problems, warn doctors

Poor sleep may lead to weight gain and cholesterol problems: Study

Maintaining sleep hygiene, such as putting your screen away at night or going to bed when you're exhausted, can make a person healthier

Aug 24, 2024

Weight Loss Drugs: A New Perspective on Metabolic Activity

The world of weight loss medications is being reevaluated following a study led by Professor Donal O'Shea of St. Vincent's University Hospital (SVUH) and the UCD School of Medicine. The research focused on the medication Ozempic, a drug that has been under public scrutiny for some time. The study's findings, published in the Journal of the Obesity Society, challenge the prevailing belief that weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Monjaro primarily work by promoting satiety and reducing food intake.

Aug 23, 2024

India Braces for Mpox: A New Global Health Threat

The deadly new strain of Mpox, often referred to as monkeypox, has been spreading rapidly across the African continent and beyond, posing a significant threat to global public health. The virus, which was previously confined to isolated regions, is now inching closer to India, with neighboring Pakistan already reporting initial cases.

Aug 23, 2024

US FDA approves updated Covid-19 vaccines against currently circulating variants

FDA Gives Emergency Nod to Updated Covid-19 Vaccines -- Comirnaty and Spikevax

The FDA has authorized emergency use of updated mRNA Covid-19 vaccines targeting current virus variants. The vaccines, Comirnaty and Spikevax, are approved for individuals aged 12 and older, with Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines available for those aged 6 months to 11 years.

Aug 23, 2024