Science & Health

Breakthrough in breast cancer treatment: This new drug targets and destroys hard-to-treat tumors

Using breast cancer cell's weakness against themselves, UK scientists developed a cell-killing drug that can destroy hard-to-treat tumors.

May 22, 2024

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories leverages strategic collaborations for access, growth and Innovation

Dr. Reddy's strategic focus on innovation-led growth, underpinned by robust partnerships and collaborations, is more than a business strategy; it is a mission to improve healthcare outcomes across India.

May 21, 2024

GenAI emerges as key theme in firms' discussions in Q1 this year: Report

According to the data analytics and consulting company Global Data, S&P 500 companies in their Q1 2024 earnings call transcripts had discussions about GenAI adoption, products/solutions on offer, strategic partnerships, investments, and application areas.

May 21, 2024

Lighting strike in Germany injures 10 people, 4 critical [details]

A lighting strike in the eastern German city of Dresden injured ten people, four of whom sustained severe injuries.

May 21, 2024

178-yr-old practice of distributing 'fish prasadam' in Hyderabad to be on June 8-9 [Details of timings, venue]

Hyderabad, May 20 (IANS) Bathini family will distribute 'fish prasadam' to people suffering from asthma and other respiratory ailments here on June 8-9. The family announced on Monday that the annual event will begin at 11 a.m. on June 8 at Exhibitions Grounds, Nampally, and will continue till 11 a.m. on June 9.

May 20, 2024

Scientists Identify Cause Of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

What is Inflammatory bowel disease? Why is it rising in India?

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which arises from a combination of genetic factors, gut environment, and immune responses, is seeing a significant rise in India, said health experts on Saturday.

May 18, 2024

How your nail colour can signal cancer risk

A coloured band (usually white or red) along the length of the nail may indicate the risk of developing cancerous tumours of the skin, eyes, and kidneys, finds a study.

May 18, 2024

Tongue instead of sixth finger: Goof-up in 4-year-old's surgery at Kozhikode hospital, doctor suspended

In another major goof-up at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital, a four-year-old girl on Thursday became a victim of medical negligence, and the Kerala government, taking serious note of the incident, has suspended Associate Professor Dr Bijohn Johnson.

May 17, 2024

How eating more junk food can impact your child's mental health

While the association between junk food -- rich in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats -- doctors on Tuesday warned how these may also contribute to poor mental health in young children.

May 15, 2024

Why do ICMR-NIN's new dietary guidelines advise against protein supplements?

Protein supplements, which come with added sugars and additives, may harm the kidneys and bones and are not required for healthy people, said experts on Tuesday, even as the ICMR-NIN's new dietary guidelines also advise against them.

May 14, 2024

Just 30-min walk can improve blood pressure in women with arthritis

'Anaemia a preventable health threat in girls, women in India'

Anaemia is a very common yet preventable threat among girls and women in India, said health experts on Sunday.

May 12, 2024

Repurposed cancer drug to help replace insulin therapy for diabetes

A drug used for the treatment of pancreatic cancer can be repurposed to replace insulin therapy among people with diabetes, scientists have found.

May 7, 2024

Covaxin has excellent safety record, says Bharat Biotech

Bharat Biotech on Thursday said that its Covid-19 vaccine Covaxin has an excellent safety record without any vaccine-associated incidents of blood clots, thrombocytopenia, TTS, VITT, pericarditis, myocarditis, etc, as it was developed with a single-minded focus on safety first, followed by efficacy.

May 3, 2024

'International White Cane Day' celebrated in Kashmir

Scientists find potential treatment target for leading cause of blindness

US scientists have found answers to why treatment for neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD) -- a leading cause of blindness -- does not benefit all; and also developed a potential antibody treatment.

May 2, 2024

Men at high risk of early death but women face prolonged poor health: Lancet study

Men are at higher risk of premature death than women, but females tend to spend more of their lifetime in poor health, according to a new global study published in the journal Lancet Public Health on Thursday.

May 2, 2024

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Science & Health

Breakthrough in breast cancer treatment: This new drug targets and destroys hard-to-treat tumors

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories leverages strategic collaborations for access, growth and Innovation

GenAI emerges as key theme in firms' discussions in Q1 this year: Report

Lighting strike in Germany injures 10 people, 4 critical [details]

178-yr-old practice of distributing 'fish prasadam' in Hyderabad to be on June 8-9 [Details of timings, venue]

What is Inflammatory bowel disease? Why is it rising in India?

How your nail colour can signal cancer risk

Tongue instead of sixth finger: Goof-up in 4-year-old's surgery at Kozhikode hospital, doctor suspended

How eating more junk food can impact your child's mental health

Why do ICMR-NIN's new dietary guidelines advise against protein supplements?

'Anaemia a preventable health threat in girls, women in India'

Repurposed cancer drug to help replace insulin therapy for diabetes

Covaxin has excellent safety record, says Bharat Biotech

Scientists find potential treatment target for leading cause of blindness

Men at high risk of early death but women face prolonged poor health: Lancet study

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

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]