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India glucose monitoring market to grow at 2pc CAGR by 2033: Report

India glucose monitoring market to grow at 2% CAGR by 2033: Report

Amid the growing prevalence of diabetes in India, the glucose monitoring market in the country is forecast to grow at a 2 per cent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during 2024-33, according to a report on Monday.

Dec 16, 2024

WHO calls for bolstering efforts to end TB in South-East Asia

WHO urges stronger action to eliminate TB in South-East Asia

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday called on countries in the Southeast Asia Region to build on the momentum created to end tuberculosis (TB).

Dec 16, 2024

Decline in TB cases & deaths in India 'remarkable', shows 'political commitment', says former WHO Director

The significant drop in tuberculosis (TB) cases and deaths in India is "remarkable", said Mario C. B. Raviglione, former Director of the Global Tuberculosis (TB) Programme at the World Health Organization (WHO) on Sunday.

Dec 15, 2024

Health experts hail Centre's move to exempt customs duty on cancer drugs

India's oncology tests market to grow at 2% CAGR through 2033: Report

The oncology test market in India is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 2 per cent through 2033

Dec 13, 2024

Wearable devices like smartwatches can cause anxiety

Targeting gut cells may open new way to reduce depression & anxiety

Developing antidepressant medications that target cells in the gut may open a novel path towards effective treatment of mood disorders like depression and anxiety, finds a study. Targeting gut cells may open new ways to reduce depression and anxiety.

Dec 12, 2024

Air pollution is contributing to cancers in India

Every 10 unit rise in annual PM2.5 exposure raising death risk in Indians: Study

Every 10 micrograms per cubic metre of air increase in annual exposure to fine particulate matter 2.5 (PM2.5) is associated with an 8.6 per cent increased risk for mortality across India

Dec 12, 2024

Early-onset colon cancer cases surge globally; lowest in India: Study

Early-onset colon cancer cases rising globally; lowest in India: Study

The early-onset colorectal cancer (CRC), also known as colon cancer, incidence rates among adults aged 25-49 are rising across the globe, but India shows the lowest rate among 50 countries

Dec 12, 2024

Study shows rotavirus vaccine safe for use in NICU babies

Administering rotavirus vaccine to babies during their stay in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) could be safe, finds a study on Monday, that could serve as the basis for a change in clinical practice.

Dec 9, 2024

Sugary drinks can raise risk of stroke, heart failure: Study

A large-scale Swedish study on Monday suggested that drinking sweetened drinks can significantly increase your risk of serious cardiovascular diseases like stroke, heart failure, and atrial fibrillation.

Dec 9, 2024

25 lakh elderly above 70 enrol for Ayushman cards in less than 2 months: Centre

About 25 lakh senior citizens aged 70 and above have enrolled for the Ayushman Vay Vandana Card, in a span of less than 2 months of its launch

Dec 9, 2024

Impact of cyclone 'Dana' on Jharkhand: Heavy rains, schools closed in Kolhan division

Disaster management team lists precautionary measures as TN braces for heavy rains

The Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management team on Monday instructed District Collectors and the Greater Chennai Corporation to take precautionary measures ahead of the anticipated heavy rains.

Dec 9, 2024

Central team to assess damage in TN, Puducherry

Cyclone Fengal: Central team to evaluate damage in TN, Puducherry

An inter-ministerial team of the Centre has begun assessing the damage caused by Cyclone Fengal in various districts of Tamil Nadu and the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Dec 7, 2024

Non-invasive imaging tests key for early sepsis detection

Canadian researchers have in a study on Wednesday revealed the potential of a non-invasive strategy to detect sepsis early.

Dec 4, 2024

127 Indian companies committed to net-zero targets: Report

About 127 companies in India are committed to net-zero targets, according to a report.

Dec 4, 2024

Medicinal plant Subabul may aid in diabetes control: IASST study

The traditional medicinal plant Subabul may help manage insulin resistance related to type 2 diabetes, according to research from the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), Guwahati, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology.

Dec 4, 2024

5.2 magnitude earthquake jolts Kashmir Valley

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Articles by IBT Science Desk

India glucose monitoring market to grow at 2% CAGR by 2033: Report

WHO urges stronger action to eliminate TB in South-East Asia

Decline in TB cases & deaths in India 'remarkable', shows 'political commitment', says former WHO Director

India's oncology tests market to grow at 2% CAGR through 2033: Report

Targeting gut cells may open new way to reduce depression & anxiety

Every 10 unit rise in annual PM2.5 exposure raising death risk in Indians: Study

Early-onset colon cancer cases rising globally; lowest in India: Study

Study shows rotavirus vaccine safe for use in NICU babies

Sugary drinks can raise risk of stroke, heart failure: Study

25 lakh elderly above 70 enrol for Ayushman cards in less than 2 months: Centre

Disaster management team lists precautionary measures as TN braces for heavy rains

Cyclone Fengal: Central team to evaluate damage in TN, Puducherry

Non-invasive imaging tests key for early sepsis detection

127 Indian companies committed to net-zero targets: Report

Medicinal plant Subabul may aid in diabetes control: IASST study

5.3 magnitude earthquake jolts parts of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh

Saudi Arabia announces five initiatives to enhance afforestation

Increased intake of plant protein to boost your heart health

Bangladesh's dengue deaths near 500

Long-term use of antibiotics may raise risk of Parkinson's disease: Study

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