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Cancer drugs -- Trastuzumab deruxtecan, Osimertinib and Durvalumab -- to get exemption from customs duty

In a big relief to cancer patients, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget 2024, exempted customs duty on three cancer drugs.

Jul 23, 2024

Over 34.7 cr Ayushman Bharat cards generated: Economic Survey

Ayushman Bharat cards cross 34.7 crore; leads nation's healthcare tranformation

In a significant stride towards universal healthcare, India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that over 34.7 crore Ayushman Bharat cards have been generated. This announcement was made during the tabling of the Economic Survey document in Parliament, a day before the Union Budget announcement.

Jul 22, 2024

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

Beware: Lack of proper sleep could lead to brain-related problems

People must never ignore sleep to meet deadlines, and it's never appropriate to waste time on the Internet over a proper good night's sleep, advise healthcare professionals on World Brain Day.

Jul 22, 2024

14-year-old Nipah virus patient dies in Kerala, Centre issues advisory

The Union government on Sunday informed that a case of Nipah virus has been detected in Mallapuram district of Kerala and the patient succumbed to the disease.

Jul 22, 2024

Centre to sign over 70 MoUs with startups to empower the disabled

The government is set to sign more than 70 MoUs on Monday between the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) and various startups and private organisations.

Jul 21, 2024

Low Vitamin D levels hit bone health, cause osteoporosis, arthritis among women: Experts

Low Vitamin D levels, also known as the sunshine vitamin, are vital for bone health and remain a pressing concern among women, who are more prone to osteoporosis, arthritis, or other bone-related issues.

Jul 20, 2024

What is Chandipura virus (CHPV); deadly virus claims affecting children triggers chaos in Gujarat [read now]

Increasing surveillance can be crucial and help in the early detection and treatment of the Chandipura virus that has so far claimed the lives of six children and affected about 12 in Gujarat, said doctors on Tuesday.

Jul 19, 2024

Air pollution exposure during childhood may affect lung health later (Representational photo)

Why are most lung cancer patients in India non-smokers? Blame it on other factors

Air pollution, exposure to secondhand smoke, occupational hazards, and indoor pollutants like cooking fumes are responsible for the rising cases of lung cancer, even among people who do not smoke.

Jul 18, 2024

Spinal muscular atrophy may raise risk of liver damage: Study

People living with the neurodegenerative condition Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) could be at a higher risk of developing fatty liver disease, according to an international study by researchers from the US, Singapore, and Scotland.

Jul 17, 2024

3.4 million children not vaccinated in Southeast Asia including India; WHO seeks action

Data reveals that nearly 3.4 million children in the region, including India, did not receive all vaccines offered under the childhood immunization program.

Jul 17, 2024

Delhi doctors see surge in hand, foot & mouth disease in young children

Monsoon Drives Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in Delhi, young children affected

In the bustling city of New Delhi, medical professionals are raising alarms over a significant increase in cases of a highly contagious viral illness known as Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD). This surge, primarily affecting infants and young children, is being propelled by the monsoon season, which provides an ideal environment for the virus to flourish.

Jul 17, 2024

Reckoning both short, long-term heart risks in high BP patients must, says study

Doctors must consider the long-term (30-year) as well as the short-term (10-year) risk of an individual developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) before beginning medication therapy for stage 1 hypertension, or high blood pressure, according to new research on Monday by the American Heart Association (AHA)

Jul 16, 2024

Indian-American scientist discovers new biomarker for obsessive compulsive disorder

Dr. Sameer Sheth's team identified a unique neural activity pattern in OCD patients undergoing deep brain stimulation (DBS). The team used contemporary DBS devices to record brain activity, observing changes in patients' daily lives. The study, published in Nature Medicine, suggests this biomarker could revolutionize understanding and treatment of OCD. This discovery offers hope to patients resistant to traditional therapies and opens avenues for more effective treatments.

Jul 13, 2024

Avian flu virus may be more infectious to humans from cattle than from birds: research

The H5N1 highly pathogenic avian flu virus may be more infectious to humans if passed on from cattle than directly from birds, local media reported, citing a team of researchers in Japan.

Jul 13, 2024

Tripura: 1790 persons infected by HIV/AIDS in 2023-24

HIV/AIDS Crisis in Tripura: A Deep Dive into the Epidemic

The northeastern state of Tripura in India has reported a concerning rise in HIV/AIDS cases. The government recently revealed that during the 2023-24 period, 1790 individuals were infected by HIV/AIDS, marking a positivity rate of 0.92%. This alarming statistic underscores the ongoing struggle against the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the region.

Jul 12, 2024

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Health News

Cancer drugs -- Trastuzumab deruxtecan, Osimertinib and Durvalumab -- to get exemption from customs duty

Ayushman Bharat cards cross 34.7 crore; leads nation's healthcare tranformation

Beware: Lack of proper sleep could lead to brain-related problems

14-year-old Nipah virus patient dies in Kerala, Centre issues advisory

Centre to sign over 70 MoUs with startups to empower the disabled

Low Vitamin D levels hit bone health, cause osteoporosis, arthritis among women: Experts

What is Chandipura virus (CHPV); deadly virus claims affecting children triggers chaos in Gujarat [read now]

Why are most lung cancer patients in India non-smokers? Blame it on other factors

Spinal muscular atrophy may raise risk of liver damage: Study

3.4 million children not vaccinated in Southeast Asia including India; WHO seeks action

Monsoon Drives Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in Delhi, young children affected

Reckoning both short, long-term heart risks in high BP patients must, says study

Indian-American scientist discovers new biomarker for obsessive compulsive disorder

Avian flu virus may be more infectious to humans from cattle than from birds: research

HIV/AIDS Crisis in Tripura: A Deep Dive into the Epidemic

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