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Polio Eradication: UNICEF pledges support for Kenya's polio immunisation programme

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has expressed commitment to supporting Kenya's national immunisation programme in eradicating the polio outbreak in the country.

Oct 25, 2024

Cyclone Dana: CM Majhi says Odisha successfully achieved Zero Casualty target

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday said that the state has achieved 'Zero Casualty' by successfully tackling the impact of severe cyclonic storm Dana that hit Odisha coast.

Oct 25, 2024

Cyclone Dana to make landfall between Bhitarkanika-Dhamara in Odisha

Cyclone Dana set to be severe; Armed Forces on high alert in Odisha, Bengal

Cyclone Dana is expected to severely impact the coastal regions of Odisha and West Bengal. In response, the Indian Navy has launched extensive preparations for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations.

Oct 24, 2024

East Midnapore, South 24 Parganas likely to be worst affected in Bengal

Cyclone Dana set to unleash havoc in Bengal; East Midnapore, South 24 Parganas to be worst affected

As Cyclone Dana inched closer to West Bengal's coast, the weather office has predicted that East Midnapore and portions of South 24 Parganas districts will be the worst affected in the state.

Oct 24, 2024

Breast cancer in men: Stigma delaying diagnosis and treatment, say experts

While breast cancer is often perceived as a women's disease, men also suffer from the deadly disease. However, stigma delays their diagnosis and treatment, potentially worsening outcomes, said experts on Wednesday.

Oct 23, 2024

49 illnesses reported after E coli outbreak linked to McDonald's

One dead, 49 sick after eating McDonald's burgers amid E. coli outbreak [details]

An E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers has led to 49 illnesses, including one death, in the United States

Oct 23, 2024

Cyclone Dana to make landfall between Bhitarkanika-Dhamara in Odisha

The India Meteorological Department on Wednesday predicted that the impending cyclonic storm Dana is expected to hit the Odisha coast between Bhitarkanika of Kendrapara district and Dhamara area of Bhadrak district on October 24 and 25.

Oct 23, 2024

Kerala: Yellow alert in 6 districts; rain, thunderstorm till October 11

Schools shut as heavy rains, water logged roads disrupt life in Bengaluru

Heavy rains disrupted life in Bengaluru on Monday morning, forcing the closure of schools for the day.

Oct 21, 2024

South Korea, WHO to host World Bio Summit next month

The health ministry here said on Monday it plans to co-host an annual biotechnology convention next month with the World Health Organization (WHO), bringing experts together to discuss strategies for a stable global healthcare supply chain.

Oct 21, 2024

Health experts raise concerns over surging liver disease among young adults

Out of this world: Liver tissue from space may transform traditional transplants

A team of US researchers is pioneering the self-assembly of human liver tissues in low-Earth orbit (LEO) — the area of space below an altitude of around 1,931 kms — which could lead to novel stem cell-derived liver tissues, providing an alternative to traditional liver transplants.

Oct 19, 2024

Parents' intake of diabetes drug not linked to birth defects in babies: Study

Men with type 2 diabetes planning pregnancy can be reassured that taking the drug metformin may not increase the risk of birth defects in their baby

Oct 17, 2024

Israel, Hamas agree to pauses for polio vaccinations in Gaza: WHO

Second round of polio vaccination campaign starts in Gaza: UN

The second round of the polio vaccination campaign began in the middle area of the Gaza Strip, UN humanitarians said.

Oct 15, 2024

Norway pledges over $90 million to WHO

The Norwegian government announced a major financial commitment to the World Health Organization (WHO), pledging 1 billion Norwegian kroner ($93 million) over the next four years (2025-2028).

Oct 15, 2024

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

Bengaluru wakes up to witness continuous heavy rain, yellow alert issued for 3 days

The IT capital of India turned into a virtual hill station following incessant rain on Tuesday with temperature also dipping. However, several areas reported waterlogging that resulted in huge traffic snarls.

Oct 15, 2024

75th International Astronautical Congress opens in Italy

75th International Astronautical Congress, hosted by Italy, opens in Milan

The 75th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) opened at the MiCo Convention Center in Milan, Italy. The event has drawn more than 10,000 space experts, scholars, entrepreneurs, and professionals worldwide. Italian President Mattarella attended the opening ceremony.

Oct 15, 2024

2 US Girls Become World's First To Get Gene Therapy For Genetic Brain Disorder

When to go for genetic testing of kids? Motor delay, low muscle tone first signs, says study

Motor delay and low muscle tone are common signs of an underlying genetic diagnosis in children with neurodevelopment disorders, scientists have found.

Oct 12, 2024

India's 52-satellite initiative: Enhancing surveillance on adversaries including China and Pak

India's 52-satellite initiative to enhance surveillance operations on China, Pakistan, others

In what augurs well for India's security capabilities, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has reportedly approved Phase III of the Space-Based Surveillance (SBS) mission. This decision will pave the way for the launch of 52 surveillance satellites in low earth and geostationary orbits.

Oct 12, 2024

Increased understanding of arthritis helps overcome complications, say doctors

Increased understanding of arthritis will help overcome related complications, say doctors. They are of the view that early diagnosis and increased awareness will help people overcome the problems associated with it better.

Oct 11, 2024

From sedentary lifestyle to bad genes: Drivers of heart disease

Rising cardiac arrest, a sign for young India to focus on right approach to life

Cases of cardiac arrest have seen a spurt in recent times, but the bigger question is the ability to diagnose and prevent such cases. The surge in rising cases of cardiac and non-communicable ailments has perplexed corporate India as well as the larger medical fraternity.

Oct 9, 2024

US scientists awarded 2024 Nobel Prize in Medicine for microRNA discovery

The Nobel Assembly at Sweden's Karolinska Institutet on Monday awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine jointly to American scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for the discovery of microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation.

Oct 8, 2024

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Articles by IBT Science Desk

Polio Eradication: UNICEF pledges support for Kenya's polio immunisation programme

Cyclone Dana: CM Majhi says Odisha successfully achieved Zero Casualty target

Cyclone Dana set to be severe; Armed Forces on high alert in Odisha, Bengal

Cyclone Dana set to unleash havoc in Bengal; East Midnapore, South 24 Parganas to be worst affected

Breast cancer in men: Stigma delaying diagnosis and treatment, say experts

One dead, 49 sick after eating McDonald's burgers amid E. coli outbreak [details]

Cyclone Dana to make landfall between Bhitarkanika-Dhamara in Odisha

Schools shut as heavy rains, water logged roads disrupt life in Bengaluru

South Korea, WHO to host World Bio Summit next month

Out of this world: Liver tissue from space may transform traditional transplants

Parents' intake of diabetes drug not linked to birth defects in babies: Study

Second round of polio vaccination campaign starts in Gaza: UN

Norway pledges over $90 million to WHO

Bengaluru wakes up to witness continuous heavy rain, yellow alert issued for 3 days

75th International Astronautical Congress, hosted by Italy, opens in Milan

When to go for genetic testing of kids? Motor delay, low muscle tone first signs, says study

India's 52-satellite initiative to enhance surveillance operations on China, Pakistan, others

Increased understanding of arthritis helps overcome complications, say doctors

Rising cardiac arrest, a sign for young India to focus on right approach to life

US scientists awarded 2024 Nobel Prize in Medicine for microRNA discovery

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh

Ranbir Kapoor's fans burst crackers inside theatres during Animal screening; fans say 'low budget Salman Khan' fans'