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US-India to strengthen biomedical research cooperation with focus on cancerUS-India to strengthen biomedical research cooperation with focus on cancer

US-India to strengthen biomedical research cooperation with focus on cancer

The first-ever US-India Cancer Moonshot Dialogue was held in New Delhi, with a focus on cancer, strengthening US-India biomedical research…

7 months ago
India, Denmark hold 4-day event to strengthen cooperation in fields of infectious diseases, One Health approachIndia, Denmark hold 4-day event to strengthen cooperation in fields of infectious diseases, One Health approach

India, Denmark hold 4-day event to strengthen cooperation in fields of infectious diseases, One Health approach

India and Denmark in Monday started a four-day bilateral dialogue between the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Ministry of…

9 months ago
India hosts side event on women, children, adolescent health in Geneva; Union Health Secy outlines commitment to implement proactive actionsIndia hosts side event on women, children, adolescent health in Geneva; Union Health Secy outlines commitment to implement proactive actions

India hosts side event on women, children, adolescent health in Geneva; Union Health Secy outlines commitment to implement proactive actions

India hosted a side event on women, children and adolescent health in collaboration with Norway, the United Nations Children's Fund…

10 months ago
UK introducing world’s first 7-minute injection to treat cancer patientsUK introducing world’s first 7-minute injection to treat cancer patients

UK introducing world’s first 7-minute injection to treat cancer patients

Britain's National Health Service will be the first in the world to offer an under-the-skin injection to cancer patients which…

2 years ago
Can we normalise disability through outdoor sports?Can we normalise disability through outdoor sports?

Can we normalise disability through outdoor sports?

By Anusha Subramanian Recently, I was on a trek with a group of seven women, and among them was Vandana…

2 years ago
Can Espresso coffee help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?Can Espresso coffee help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?

Can Espresso coffee help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?

Researchers at the University of Verona in Italy have carried out lab tests that show Espresso coffee prevents the aggregation…

2 years ago
Govt cuts prices of 51 medicinesGovt cuts prices of 51 medicines

Govt cuts prices of 51 medicines

The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has fixed the retail prices of 51 medicines which include those used for treating…

2 years ago
In a first, saliva test kit for pregnancy launched in UK, IrelandIn a first, saliva test kit for pregnancy launched in UK, Ireland

In a first, saliva test kit for pregnancy launched in UK, Ireland

A novel product that enables women to know whether they are pregnant through a saliva test at home has been…

2 years ago
Here’s a list of foods that can help to improve your eyesightHere’s a list of foods that can help to improve your eyesight

Here’s a list of foods that can help to improve your eyesight

Consuming a healthy, balanced diet is crucial in this digital age where the majority of people spend more than half…

2 years ago
First India-made vaccine to fight cervical cancer to be launched tomorrowFirst India-made vaccine to fight cervical cancer to be launched tomorrow

First India-made vaccine to fight cervical cancer to be launched tomorrow

The Serum Institute of India and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) are set to launch India's first indigenously developed Quadrivalent…

3 years ago
Transgenders to get health insurance coverTransgenders to get health insurance cover

Transgenders to get health insurance cover

In what can be described as a landmark initiative in the sphere of inclusivity, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed…

3 years ago
What you need to know about keeping children’s eyes in good healthWhat you need to know about keeping children’s eyes in good health

What you need to know about keeping children’s eyes in good health

<p> Only half of the parents recognize that screen time has a major impact on their child's eye health, suggests…

3 years ago
All You Need To Know About Chandigarh-Based App ‘Yoboshu’ | Mental & Physical Health Care AppAll You Need To Know About Chandigarh-Based App ‘Yoboshu’ | Mental & Physical Health Care App

All You Need To Know About Chandigarh-Based App ‘Yoboshu’ | Mental & Physical Health Care App

<p> <iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/GBXhcTwr09Y" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p> <p> It is founded…

3 years ago
US docs successfully transplant pig hearts in two brain-dead humans in major breakthroughUS docs successfully transplant pig hearts in two brain-dead humans in major breakthrough

US docs successfully transplant pig hearts in two brain-dead humans in major breakthrough

<p>  A team at NYU Langone Health successfully transplanted two genetically engineered pig hearts into recently brain-dead humans in June…

3 years ago
Monkeypox cases on the rise globally with Europe emerging as epicentre, WHO worriedMonkeypox cases on the rise globally with Europe emerging as epicentre, WHO worried

Monkeypox cases on the rise globally with Europe emerging as epicentre, WHO worried

<p> With the number of monkeypox cases increasing rapidly worldwide, the World Health Organization has decided to take a relook…

3 years ago

In Pictures: Guardian Yoga Ring binds India with rest of the world on International Yoga Day

<p> <strong>Several high-ranking officials, dignitaries and celebrities from across the world are participating in the novel 'Guardian Yoga Ring' initiative…

3 years ago

Alzheimer’s disease can be diagnosed with single brain scan: Research

<p> During new research, researchers used a machine learning technology to look into the structural features within the brain, including…

3 years ago

India’s daily count of fresh Covid-19 cases jumps 38.4%, Mumbai & Delhi see highest surge

<p> India’s daily count of fresh COVID-19 cases jumped by 38.4% to 12,213 in the last 24 hours, from 8,…

3 years ago

Social isolation can cause dementia, says new UK study

<p> Social isolation is directly linked with changes in the brain structures associated with memory, making it a clear risk…

3 years ago

In a first, all Cancer patients given experimental drug Dostarlimab see tumour disappear

<p> In a what has turned out to be quite a miracle cure, a dozen rectal cancer patients saw their…

3 years ago

An egg a day is good for the heart, says new study

<p> According to recent studies published in the 'eLife' journal, consuming a moderate quantity of eggs might be beneficial for…

3 years ago