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Omega-3 fatty acids may help heart attack patients in recovery

Omega-3 fatty acids effectively reduce the fibrosis of heart muscles and improve the blood pumping function.

Aug 2, 2016

Chennai, Pune authorities reject public breastfeeding events to avoid 'skin shows'

Authorities in Chennai and Pune not only rejected the a group's plea for public breastfeeding but also accused them of "skin show" if such events take place.

Aug 1, 2016

Your nose contains an effective antibiotic that may prevent deadliest infections

An antibiotic, Lugdunin, found in human nose may act against many resistant bacteria.

Aug 1, 2016

Conjoined twins who share a heart present medical puzzle for Mumbai doctors

The twins share a heart and liver, have three arms, and are joined from above the chest.

Aug 1, 2016

World Breastfeeding Week: Delaying breastfeeding in first few hours can lead to baby's death, says UNICEF

Delaying breastfeeding by over 24 hours after birth can increase the risk of a baby's death by 80 percent, according to UNICEF.

Aug 1, 2016

Late puberty, menopause may help women live longer

Women who experience delayed puberty, menopause are less likely to suffer from diabetes, cardio vascular diseases, according to a new study.

Jul 29, 2016

Doctors should replace branded medicines with generic ones to make medicines affordable, says Govt

The Government said that its measure is aimed at increasing the accessibility of inexpensive medicines in the country.

Jul 29, 2016

Remove transgender identity from category of mental disorders, scientists tell WHO

Trangenders often face distress because of social rejection, the study added.

Jul 29, 2016

Japanese Encephalitis claims 3 lives in Manipur, state on alert

The State administration has ordered all the schools to remain shut in Churachandpur district of the state.

Jul 29, 2016

Biocon launches 'Ek Prayaas' national awareness drive on Hepatitis C

About 130-150 million people globally, and 1.5 crore people in India are infected with Hepatitis C.

Jul 29, 2016

24 surgeries in 24 hours: Mumbai ophthalmologist infuses hopes in Kashmir's pellet victims

More than 100 young boys and girls have been hit in the eye by pellet guns in Kashmir

Jul 28, 2016

Indian-origin gynaecologist gets 8 years in prison for sexually abusing his patients

The gynaecologist was also accused of claiming false bills from medical insurers for procedures that he did not perform.

Jul 28, 2016

World Hepatitis Day: Hepatitis a silent killer in India, claims one lakh lives every year

India has the second largest number of hepatitis patients in the world

Jul 28, 2016

Diabetes cases reach 422 million as poorer countries see steep rises

If you are suffering from type-2 diabetes, it's time to get vaccinated

A research suggested that vaccination decreases the incidence of chronic diseases, and thereby hospital admissions, among diabetics.

Jul 27, 2016

Iraqi boy dies after 'anaesthetic overdose' in Gurgaon clinic

Ahmad had flown to India for the treatment of his visual and hearing impairment.

Jul 27, 2016

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Health News

Omega-3 fatty acids may help heart attack patients in recovery

Chennai, Pune authorities reject public breastfeeding events to avoid 'skin shows'

Your nose contains an effective antibiotic that may prevent deadliest infections

Conjoined twins who share a heart present medical puzzle for Mumbai doctors

World Breastfeeding Week: Delaying breastfeeding in first few hours can lead to baby's death, says UNICEF

Late puberty, menopause may help women live longer

Doctors should replace branded medicines with generic ones to make medicines affordable, says Govt

Remove transgender identity from category of mental disorders, scientists tell WHO

Japanese Encephalitis claims 3 lives in Manipur, state on alert

Biocon launches 'Ek Prayaas' national awareness drive on Hepatitis C

24 surgeries in 24 hours: Mumbai ophthalmologist infuses hopes in Kashmir's pellet victims

Indian-origin gynaecologist gets 8 years in prison for sexually abusing his patients

World Hepatitis Day: Hepatitis a silent killer in India, claims one lakh lives every year

If you are suffering from type-2 diabetes, it's time to get vaccinated

Iraqi boy dies after 'anaesthetic overdose' in Gurgaon clinic

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

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