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Health byte: Deadly mosquito-borne virus spreading in southern Australia, warning issued

A health warning has been issued in South Australia (SA) over a potentially deadly mosquito-borne virus.

Feb 28, 2022

This anti-tumour drug found promising to lose weight in mice: Study

A study showed that an anti-tumour drug at low doses could help lose weight in mice, offering a promising new way for developing new anti-obesity therapy.

Feb 25, 2022

BA.2 version of Omicron, 30% more contagious, spreads in US now

Infectious disease experts are keeping a close eye on an even more contagious version of the Omicron variant spreading in the US, fuelling concerns that the country may not return to normal, said a media report.

Feb 23, 2022

New Covid variant BA.2 can become serious threat for global health: Study

The risk of Omicron subvariant BA.2 for global health is potentially higher than that of BA.1, according to a new study.

Feb 23, 2022

Global Covid caseload tops 427.3 mn; Singapore logs 26K, India 15K cases in 24 hrs

The global coronavirus caseload has topped 427.3 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 5.90 million

Feb 23, 2022

Covid surging heart problems? India with 25% deaths due to heart problems to be worst hit

While heart disease has been one of the major health concerns in India, Covid-19 has exacerbated the condition significantly, said experts on Monday.

Feb 22, 2022

Global Covid caseload tops 425.7 mn, Thailand reports surge in numbers

The global coronavirus caseload has topped 425.7 million, while the deaths have surged to more than 5.89 million, while Thailand reported surge with 18K cases registered on Monday

Feb 22, 2022

After renal transplant, Chennai man has 5 kidneys in his body

Reduction in air pollution helps kidneys function better, says study

Improving air quality may not only help your lungs but also your kidneys, reveals a study.

Feb 21, 2022

Russia confirms 170,699 new Covid-19 cases; Global caseload tops 424.1 mn

Global Covid caseload tops 424.1 million and Russia alone has confirmed 170,699 new Covid-19 cases, taking the nationwide tally to 15,370,419

Feb 21, 2022

A health worker administers a dose of Covid-19 vaccine to a beneficiary at Laxmi Nagar in New Delhi on Sunday, January 16, 2022. (Photo: Qamar Sibtain/IANS)

India administers over 175 cr Covid-19 vaccines so far

India on Saturday achieved another milestone of administering over 175 crore vaccine doses among its eligible citizens against Covid pandemic.

Feb 20, 2022

India logs 19,968 new Covid cases, 673 deaths in 24 hrs

In the last 24 hours, India logged 19,968 new Covid-19 cases and 673 deaths, the Union Health Ministry said on Sunday.

Feb 20, 2022

Global Covid caseload tops 422.8 million, decline seen in many countries

The global coronavirus caseload has topped 422.8 million, while the deaths reached more than 5.88 million though the overall decline is witnessed in many countries after the Omicron surge last month

Feb 20, 2022

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, family members test Covid positive

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that he and his family have tested positive for Covid-19.

Feb 19, 2022

Global Covid caseload tops 421 mn; Singapore reports 18K new cases

The second worst hit country in terms of cases is India (42,780,235 infections and 510,905 deaths), followed by Brazil (28,072,238 infections and 643,340 deaths).

Feb 19, 2022