World's first AI-created universal COVID vaccine clears human trial milestone. Key details inside
Jun 09, 2026, at 05:50 pm
A new AI-designed ‘universal’ coronavirus vaccine trialled at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) could protect against viruses that have yet to emerge – potentially saving millions of lives and avoiding costly lockdowns.
Scientists discover blood test that can warn of Lung Cancer 5 years early
Jun 09, 2026, at 05:31 pm
Lung cancer remains Australia’s leading cause of cancer death, with around 15,000 diagnoses annually.
Kolkata: CMRI observes World Brain Tumour Day, top Neurosurgeon highlights advances in surgery
Jun 08, 2026, at 05:13 pm
Neurosurgeon Amitabha Chanda on Monday said that neurosurgical practice has evolved significantly over the past three decades, leading to major improvements in outcomes for patients diagnosed with brain tumours.
Why your eyes feel dry, red and tired — The surprising reason may shock you
Jun 08, 2026, at 04:21 pm
An eye specialist has warned that many people are unknowingly suffering from a blinking-related problem that can lead to chronic dry eye syndrome and affect vision if left untreated.
West Bengal set to join Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY tomorrow. Who is eligible?
Jun 07, 2026, at 08:23 pm
West Bengal is set to join the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), the Centre's flagship publicly funded health assurance scheme, on Monday.
Jun 05, 2026, at 09:37 am
Children aged less than five years face almost three times the risk of illness from unsafe food than older children and adults, according to new estimates released recently by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Shocking Case: Scientists accused of smuggling deactivated Mpox virus into America
Jun 03, 2026, at 05:28 pm
Two scientists have been charged in a criminal complaint with conspiracy to smuggle monkeypox into the United States and making false statements to federal law enforcement, United States Attorney Jerome F. Gorgon Jr. announced.
Your liver may be predicting a deadly heart attack risk, scientists warn
Jun 02, 2026, at 04:35 pm
A large multicenter clinical trial has found that individuals with hepatic steatosis—commonly known as fatty liver disease—have significantly more rupture-prone plaque in their coronary arteries and nearly twice the rate of heart attacks and related cardiovascular events compared to those without the condition.
Burn fat fast: Coach reveals 10,000 steps trick you can do in just 65 minutes
May 31, 2026, at 11:26 pm
Fat loss is a major fitness goal for many enthusiasts, and a fitness coach has now shared a structured plan to help achieve the 10,000-step target in just 65 minutes.
Anti-aging treatments surge in popularity across US' Maryland as demand for non-invasive care grows
May 27, 2026, at 10:22 pm
The anti-aging and medical aesthetics industry is witnessing unprecedented growth worldwide, with more people turning to non-invasive cosmetic procedures to maintain youthful, healthy-looking skin.
May 27, 2026, at 10:26 am
Russia has claimed to have developed a vaccine that may offer protection against Bundibugyo, the rare Ebola strain currently upticking cases in Central Africa.
India Vision Institute launches eye care campaign in Dharavi to expand access to vision screening
May 25, 2026, at 06:25 pm
India Vision Institute (IVI), with support from HOYA Vision Care and in collaboration with the Mendonsa Foundation, on Monday launched a focused vision screening campaign in Dharavi to provide regular access to basic eye care in one of Mumbai’s most vibrant and densely populated communities.
Ebola crisis deepens: India sends urgent relief as DRC reports nearly 900 cases
May 25, 2026, at 05:03 pm
India has dispatched the first tranche of urgent medical supplies and protective kits to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) amid the ongoing Ebola outbreak across several African nations, with the epicentre in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
DRC's Ebola crisis worsens: 900 suspected cases trigger WHO alert
May 25, 2026, at 04:10 pm
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Monday confirmed that nearly 900 suspected Ebola cases have been identified in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), including 101 confirmed infections.
May 25, 2026, at 02:12 pm
A doctor recently shared an Instagram video highlighting an Indian couple, married in childhood, and their obsession with having another male child.
Ebola panic incoming? WHO chief sounds alarm on global preparedness
May 24, 2026, at 08:14 pm
The recent Ebola and hantavirus outbreaks demonstrate that the world is still vulnerable to rapidly spreading infectious diseases, Tedros Ghebreyesus, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO), warned on Saturday at the close of the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva.
‘Silent revolution’ in Kolkata healthcare: Manipal Hospitals pushes robotic surgery into mainstream
May 23, 2026, at 08:15 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Robotic-assisted surgery is no longer limited to metro super-speciality centres abroad or in distant Indian cities, doctors at the Robotic Summit 2026 hosted by Manipal Hospitals said on Tuesday, highlighting how the technology is now transforming healthcare in Kolkata itself.
Shocking study finds everyday food additives may raise cancer and diabetes risk
May 23, 2026, at 04:31 pm
A major new series of studies has raised concerns over the health risks posed by widely used food additives, linking common food colouring agents and preservatives to increased risks of cancer, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and hypertension.
WHO says global Ebola risk remains low despite escalating DRC outbreak
May 23, 2026, at 03:50 pm
The World Health Organization has raised the public health risk level of the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo from “high” to “very high”, as the virus continues to spread rapidly across the country’s conflict-hit eastern provinces.
Eating one Avocado a day could slash diabetes risk, new study finds
May 20, 2026, at 06:32 pm
– A secondary analysis of the landmark Habitual Diet and Avocado Trial (HAT) has found that daily consumption of fresh avocados significantly reduces dietary glycemic load (GL), a key measure of how the quantity and quality of carbohydrates in the diet affect blood sugar levels. Lower-GL diets have long been associated with improved blood sugar control and a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes and other cardiometabolic conditions.
Like father, like daughter: Soumya Swaminathan joins M S Swaminathan in Royal Society Honour
May 20, 2026, at 04:39 pm
In a landmark moment for Indian science, noted scientist Dr Soumya Swaminathan has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS), one of the world’s highest scientific honours.
Deadly Ebola outbreak spreads in DRC — over 500 suspected cases, WHO sounds alarm
May 20, 2026, at 09:43 am
The World Health Organization (WHO) representative in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Dr Anne Ancia, said there are more than 500 suspected Ebola cases, including around 130 suspected deaths, while only 30 cases have been confirmed so far.
US: Colorado confirms first Hantavirus death in two years. What do we know so far?
May 19, 2026, at 06:41 pm
The US state of Colorado has recorded its first death from Hantavirus since 2024, health officials confirmed, while clarifying that the case is not linked to the recent outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship that drew global attention.
Zambia turns to India’s eVIN tech to end medicine shortages
May 19, 2026, at 03:34 pm
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Zambia and UNDP India, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, the Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA), and the Smart Zambia Institute, have convened in Lusaka to kick-off support towards the adaptation of India’s Electronic Vaccine Intelligence Network (eVIN) platform for Zambia’s essential medicines, Track & Trace, supply chain management system.
Heatwave alert: Indian govt issues urgent health advisory as summer temperatures spike
May 18, 2026, at 05:56 pm
In view of rising temperatures and prevailing heatwave conditions across several parts of the country, the Ayush Vertical under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, in coordination with the Ministry of Ayush, has issued a comprehensive public health advisory on extreme heat and heatwave conditions for the current summer season.
Hantavirus scare: UK moves 9 contacts to isolation facility after exposure alert
May 18, 2026, at 05:23 pm
The United Kingdom on Monday confirmed that nine people scheduled to travel to Britain from the British Overseas Territories, after coming into contact with a person infected with hantavirus, will be placed in an isolation facility upon arrival.
Global health alarm: WHO declares Ebola emergency across Congo, Uganda
May 17, 2026, at 03:01 pm
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Sunday declared the Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).
Sleeping less than 6 hours or more than 8 hours could speed up ageing, study finds
May 15, 2026, at 02:41 pm
An analysis of biological clocks throughout the human body suggests that too few hours of sleep—and too many—may speed ageing in the brain, heart, lung, and immune system and is associated with a wide range of diseases.
India launches Janani platform to digitally track maternal, child healthcare
May 13, 2026, at 09:32 pm
The Indian government has launched a new digital healthcare platform called Janani to strengthen maternal and child healthcare services nationwide.
Mother’s Day at HCG Cancer Hospital spotlights women’s health and cancer screening
May 11, 2026, at 04:30 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Marking Mother’s Day with a meaningful health initiative, HCG Cancer Hospital, New Town, Kolkata organised a special cancer awareness panel discussion focused on prevention, early detection and the importance of regular health screenings.