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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kolkata: Rotary Club of Calcutta Metro City hosts seminar on World Thalassaemia Day
May 11, 2018, at 08:31 pm
Kolkata, May 11 (IBNS): Rotary Club of Calcutta Metro City organized a seminar at the Lincoln Room, American Centre in association with The Thalassaemia Society of India and American Centre entitled Red Alert Thalassaemia on the occasion of the World Thalassaemia Day recently.
UNICEF urges wealthy countries to encourage more breastfeeding
May 11, 2018, at 02:21 pm
New York, May 11 (IBNS): Babies in wealthy countries are five times more likely to miss out on breastfeeding than those in the under-developed, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) said on Thursday, explaining that this gap could be addressed by better support for working mothers, and regulating sales of infant formula.
Robotic surgery embraced by more and more government hospitals
May 11, 2018, at 12:05 am
Mussoorie, May 10 (IBNS): Government hospitals and cancer institutes are increasingly adopting robotic surgery – a trend that shows that this advanced procedure is all set to grow in India.
Drug side effects could treat human hair loss: Study
May 09, 2018, at 09:24 pm
Manchester, May 9 (IBNS): A new drug could ease the distress of men and women who suffer from baldness, according to researchers from The University of Manchester’s Centre for Dermatology Research.
New Ebola outbreak confirmed in DR Congo: UN health agency scales up response
May 09, 2018, at 02:23 pm
New York, May 9 (IBNS): Two new cases of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) have been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) by Government scientists there, prompting the UN health agency to immediately scale up its response.
Largest-ever global response to cholera targets 2 million people in Africa
May 08, 2018, at 01:33 pm
New York, May 8 (IBNS): The largest cholera vaccination drive in history targeting two million people across Africa is underway, the United Nations announced on Monday, in response to a series of recent deadly outbreaks of the water-borne disease.
Researchers develop 'comorbidity network' for chronic disease
May 08, 2018, at 01:41 am
Sydney, May 7 (IBNS): Sydney researchers believe untapped medical records could be used to predict when a person is at risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D).
Midwives ‘lead the way with quality care’, as world marks International Day
May 05, 2018, at 01:36 pm
New York, May 5 (IBNS): Midwives are vital to driving sustainable development and key to helping mothers, and expectant-mothers, make informed, healthy choices, said the United Nations health agency’s chief nurse on Friday.
US nurse displays on FB how healthy lungs differ from cigarette smoke-damaged ones
May 05, 2018, at 01:20 am
Washington, May 4 (IBNS): With large number of people still addicted to smoking, a US nurse decided to take a special step to show people the condition of their lungs.
Women who eat fast food take longer to become pregnant: Study
May 04, 2018, at 11:46 pm
Adelaide, May 4 (IBNS): Women who eat less fruit and more fast food take longer to get pregnant and are less likely to conceive within a year, according to a study by researchers at the University of Adelaide’s Robinson Research Institute.
Frequent sauna bathing reduces risk of stroke: Study
May 04, 2018, at 10:24 pm
New York, May 5 (IBNS): Frequent sauna bathing is associated with a reduced risk of stroke, according to a new international study.