Union Health Minister asks NCDC Director to look into the spread of deadly Nipah virus in Kerala
May 21, 2018, at 07:31 pm
Thiruvnanthapuram, May 21 (IBNS): The Central government has rushed a team to Kerala to study the spread of the Nipah virus induced fever and take necessary steps to contain the virus, according to media reports on Monday.
UN, Somali Government seek $80 million in immediate relief for flood-affected populations
May 21, 2018, at 04:05 pm
New York, May 21 (JEN): The United Nations and the Somali Government on Sunday launched a joint appeal for $80 million to provide immediate help for the people affected by recent flooding in the country’s centre and south.
ASSOCHAM-Reckitt Benckiser launch joint campaign to raise awareness of air pollution in Punjab
May 19, 2018, at 10:42 pm
Patiala, May 19 (IBNS): Apex industry body ASSOCHAM under the aegis of its Corporate Social Responsibility Foundation in collaboration with global consumer product company Reckitt Benckiser and Government of Punjab is launching a massive, year-long campaign aimed at raising public awareness on air pollution caused by burning crop residue in the state.
NASA’s new planet hunter snaps initial test image, swings by Moon toward final orbit
May 19, 2018, at 01:24 pm
Washington, May 19 (IBNS): NASA’s next planet hunter, the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), is one step closer to searching for new worlds after successfully completing a lunar flyby on May 17.
Monson to hit Kerala on May 29: IMD predicts
May 19, 2018, at 12:13 am
New Delhi, May 18 (IBNS): Indian weather forecasters on Friday said e southwest monsoon is expected to set over Kerala on June 1.
Most deprived are more likely to develop dementia
May 18, 2018, at 09:14 pm
New York, May 18 (IBNS): Researchers analysed data from over 6000 adults born between 1902 and 1943 and found that the 20% most deprived adults were 50% more likely to develop dementia than the 20% least deprived adults.
Emergency meeting called as Ebola spreads to Congolese city – UN health agency
May 18, 2018, at 01:40 pm
New York, May 18 (IBNS): The World Health Organization (WHO) is convening an emergency meeting on Friday to “consider the international risks” of the latest outbreak of the deadly disease Ebola, which has now moved to an urban area of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Birmingham and Haryana sign agreement on clean cold for India
May 18, 2018, at 02:00 am
Birmingham, May 17 (IBNS): The University of Birmingham and the State Government of Haryana have signed an agreement to advance the use of ‘clean cold’ technology in India and help meet rising demand for cooling sustainably.
Deep depression intensifies into cyclonic storm 'Sagar' over Gulf of Aden
May 17, 2018, at 07:16 pm
New Delhi, May 17 (IBNS): The Union Ministry of Earth Sciences, on Thursday, issued a warning saying that a deep depression intensified into a cyclonic storm 'Sagar' has formed over the Gulf of Aden.
May 17, 2018, at 07:02 pm
New Delhi, May 17 (IBNS): In the build-up to the World Environment Day 2018, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has formed 19 teams to take up cleaning of beaches, river fronts and lakes in the country.
DR Congo: Ebola spreads to city from countryside, one new case registered
May 17, 2018, at 06:26 pm
Kinshasa, May 17 (IBNS): At least a new case has been registered as Ebola spread from countryside to a city in DR Congo, reports said on Thursday.
BM Birla Heart Research Centre is now offering advanced TAVI surgery
May 17, 2018, at 05:42 pm
Kolkata, May 17 (IBNS) In Western countries, TAVI has now become the most common go-to cardiac operation when it comes to minimally invasive surgical procedures for valve replacement, with almost 95% success rate, according to a top doctor at Kolkata's BM Birla Heart Research Centre which is now offering the advanced surgery.
Obese people more likely to smoke, says new gene research: WHO
May 17, 2018, at 02:19 pm
New York, May 17 (IBNS): New research indicates that people who are genetically prone to being overweight have a higher risk of taking up smoking - and they are likely to smoke more than average — UN scientists said on Wednesday.
Cabinet approves establishment of National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation at Bhopal
May 17, 2018, at 02:41 am
New Delhi, May 16 (IBNS): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the establishment of National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation (NIMHR) at Bhopal as a Society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 under the aegis of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.
Cabinet approves setting up of new AIIMS in Deoghar, Jharkhand
May 17, 2018, at 01:38 am
New Delhi, May 16 (IBNS): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved setting up of a new All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Deoghar in Jharkhand.
Circadian Rhythm disruption associated with mood disorders: Study
May 16, 2018, at 09:21 pm
London, May 16 (IBNS): Circadian rhythms, the natural variations in our behaviour and activity throughout a 24-hour period, are known to affect everything from hormones to eating habits.
UN health agency launches new diagnostic tool to ensure effective treatment
May 16, 2018, at 03:14 pm
New York, May 16 (IBNS): Although correctly identifying disease is essential for successful treatment, many have no way of accessing an accurate diagnosis, the United Nation health agency said on Tuesday, launching new tool to close this critical gap.
Eating right and keeping well during Ramadan: Experts suggest steps
May 16, 2018, at 12:12 am
London,May 15 (IBNS):Swapping fried food for grilled goodness, ditching samosas, swerving sugar and salt, and spending nights drinking as much water as possible could help millions of Muslims across the globe tackle the challenges of Ramadan.
Study shows yogurt may dampen chronic inflammation linked to multiple diseases
May 15, 2018, at 11:34 pm
New York, May 15 (IBNS): Inflammation can be good. It’s part of the body’s innate immune system, our first line of defense against illness and injury.
Job strain linked to onset of common mental illness: Study
May 15, 2018, at 08:56 pm
Sydney, May 15 (IBNS): Workplaces that reduce job strain could prevent up to 14 percent of new cases of common mental illness from occurring, according to new research led by the Black Dog Institute.
May 15, 2018, at 02:42 pm
New York, May 15 (IBNS): Industrially-produced trans-fats may give food a longer shelf life, but each year they also lead to the death of more than 500,000 people from cardiovascular and heart disease, according to the United Nations health agency.
Storms kill 40 across India, Met office issues warning for today
May 14, 2018, at 02:07 pm
New Delhi, May 14 (IBNS): At least 40 people have been killed across India as thunderstorms and rain hit several parts of the nation on Sunday.
Boosting the effects of Vitamin D to tackle diabetes, finds study
May 13, 2018, at 10:36 pm
New York, May 13 (IBNS): More than 27 million people in the United States are living with type 2 diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As the population ages and a growing percentage of people become overweight or obese, that number is expected to increase.
May 13, 2018, at 09:35 pm
London, May 13 (IBNS): Research from the University of Warwick indicates that taking a tablet a day can help treat cancer patients of a potentially deadly condition.
Mars helicopter to fly on NASA’s next red planet rover mission
May 12, 2018, at 09:31 pm
Washington, May 12 (IBNS): NASA is sending a helicopter to Mars.
May 12, 2018, at 12:55 pm
New York, May 12 (IBNS): With the largest-ever outbreak of the deadly Lassa fever in Nigeria having been contained, continued vigilance is vital to deal with any flare-ups, the United Nations health agency warned on Friday.
DR Congo: UN prepared for ‘all scenarios’ despite low risk of Ebola spreading
May 12, 2018, at 12:52 pm
New York, May 12 (IBNS): The chances of the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) spreading across borders are low, said the United Nations health agency on Friday, although nine neighbouring countries remain on alert.
8 people die in lightning and thunderstorm in Assam in past 48 hours
May 11, 2018, at 10:55 pm
Guwahati, May 11 (IBNS): At least eight people were killed and several others were injured as lightning strikes and thunderstorm hit Assam in the last 48 hours.
Poachers kill another one horned rhino in Kaziranga
May 11, 2018, at 09:53 pm
Guwahati, May 11 (IBNS): Poachers have killed another one horned rhino in Assam’s Kaziranga National Park (KNP).
Breathing exercises can sharpen your mind, finds study
May 11, 2018, at 09:47 pm
Dublin, May 11 (IBNS): It has long been claimed by Yogis and Buddhists that meditation and ancient breath-focused practices, such as pranayama, strengthen our ability to focus on tasks. A new study by researchers at Trinity College Dublin explains for the first time the neurophysiological link between breathing and attention.