WHO issues first guidance aiming to carb ‘antibiotic pollution’ from manufacturing labs
Sep 04, 2024, at 04:50 am
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday issued its first-ever guidance aimed at curbing antibiotic pollution from manufacturing.
Sep 03, 2024, at 10:48 pm
If the UN-led polio vaccination campaign currently underway in Gaza is to be successful in halting the spread of a virus that has resurfaced in the Strip after 25 years, 90 per cent of children under the age of 10 need to be inoculated. UN News correspondent Ziad Taleb has been speaking to some of the concerned parents.
New study says cardiovascular disease disproportionately affects middle-income countries
Sep 02, 2024, at 04:23 am
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the most common cause of death across Europe but while CVD mortality rates are generally decreasing, the decline is much less in middle-income than in high-income countries, according to new data from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Atlas of Cardiology, published in the European Heart Journal.
Pakistan detects fourth mpox case, Peshawar emerging as focal point
Sep 02, 2024, at 01:30 am
Pakistan has confirmed its fourth case of mpox with the latest incident reported from Peshawar city.
New research finds quitting smoking can nearly halve heart attack risk
Sep 01, 2024, at 05:39 am
According to research presented today at ESC Congress 2024, patients with stable coronary artery disease who quit smoking at any timepoint after their diagnosis reduced their risk of a major event by almost 50%.
Sep 01, 2024, at 05:25 am
The demands of the working week, often influenced by school or work schedules, can lead to sleep disruption and deprivation.
WHO says level of unprotected teenage sex touching ‘worryingly high’ point
Aug 30, 2024, at 02:21 pm
Condom use among sexually active adolescents has declined significantly since 2014, with rates of unprotected sex worryingly high, according to a new report from the World Health Organization’s Regional Office for Europe.
WHO says Nigeria is now the first African nation to receive mpox vaccine
Aug 29, 2024, at 10:59 pm
Nigeria received 10,000 doses of mpox vaccines on Tuesday, becoming the first African country to obtain vaccines aimed at combating the spread of the new strain of mpox virus.
New report shows 41 pct of Pakistani women suffer from anaemia
Aug 29, 2024, at 12:40 am
A new report has revealed that more than 41 percent women in Pakistan are suffering from anaemia.
New report shows benefits of eating whole plant foods over meat and processed alternatives
Aug 28, 2024, at 09:29 pm
With barbecue season in full swing, many will be opting for veggie burgers in an attempt to eat more sustainably and improve their health.
UNHCR warns refugees and displaced face heightened threat from mpox outbreak in African countries
Aug 28, 2024, at 02:54 pm
The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) warned on Tuesday that the mpox outbreak could have devastating effects on refugees and displaced families in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and other affected African countries if urgent support is not forthcoming.
Bharat Biotech develops oral cholera vaccine Hillchol
Aug 28, 2024, at 06:46 am
Hyderabad: Bharat Biotech International Limited (BBIL) has announced the launch of Hillchol (BBV131), a new single-strain Oral Cholera Vaccine (OCV) developed under a license from Hilleman Laboratories, which is funded by Merck, USA, and Wellcome Trust, UK. The vaccine aims to combat cholera.
How to Save Money on Family Health Insurance Premiums
Aug 27, 2024, at 11:32 pm
When it comes to safeguarding your family's health, family health insurance is a vital investment. However, the cost of these premiums can sometimes strain your budget. With the right strategies, you can reduce your family health insurance premiums without compromising on the quality of coverage. This article will guide you through effective methods to save money on family health insurance, ensuring that you get the best value for your investment.
Polio vaccines arrive in Gaza days after first case reported in over two decades
Aug 27, 2024, at 03:32 pm
The UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) announced on Monday the arrival of 1.2 million doses of vital polio vaccines in Gaza, amid urgent calls for humanitarian pauses to reach hundreds of thousands of at-risk children.
Gurugram health department issues alert in area over possible Mpox outbreak
Aug 25, 2024, at 07:06 pm
Gurugram/IBNS: The Gurugram health department has issued an alert about a potential outbreak of Mpox in the district.
Mpox: WHO seeks $135 million to defeat current outbreak
Aug 24, 2024, at 02:31 pm
The current mpox outbreak “can be controlled and can be stopped”, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasized on Friday, announcing an action plan that calls for $135 million over the next six months.
Microplastics are invading human brain, new study finds
Aug 23, 2024, at 03:59 pm
Plastic pollution is causing environmental contamination and is now damaging human health with scientists detecting microplastics in various organs.
Thailand detects the first deadlier case of mpox infection in Asia
Aug 23, 2024, at 03:26 pm
Thailand, one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, has found the deadlier strain of the mpox infection in a recently detected patient.
Study shows red, processed meat consumption associated with higher type 2 diabetes risk
Aug 21, 2024, at 11:42 pm
Meat consumption, particularly consumption of processed meat and unprocessed red meat, is associated with a higher type 2 diabetes risk, an analysis of data from almost two million participants has found.
Europe can defeat mpox, must support Africa in getting vaccines, assures WHO
Aug 21, 2024, at 11:00 pm
Mpox is “not the ‘new COVID’” and European governments need to show strong political commitment to eliminate it, while standing in solidarity with Africa, a top official of the UN World Health Organization (WHO) said on Tuesday.
Optimising Post-Kidney Transplant Health: Does one need to change the diet?
Aug 21, 2024, at 10:00 pm
A kidney transplant is a life-changing event that requires many emotional and physical adjustments. Embracing this new chapter involves not only adapting to the changes but also committing to a refreshed approach to diet and lifestyle to ensure the health of your new organ. Think of it as giving your body a new lease of life, where every meal and every choice plays a pivotal role in ensuring the long-term success of your transplant.
The Impact of Kidney Donation: Transforming Lives Across India
Aug 21, 2024, at 09:47 pm
In moments of quiet reflection, we often think about the powerful impact of a single act of kindness. Consider the life-changing difference that a kidney donation can make. West Bengal saw nine organ donations this year. The kidneys of one canteen errand boy who died in an accident were transplanted into two patients, giving them a new lease of life.
Mpox: Three Delhi govt hospitals directed to setup isolation rooms for suspected patients
Aug 21, 2024, at 06:55 pm
The health department has directed three Delhi government hospitals to set up specific isolation rooms for suspected and confirmed mpox patients.
Aug 20, 2024, at 10:25 pm
Kolkata doctor successfully conducted complex surgical management of multiple Enteroanastomotic Fistula repair of a 32-year-old Bhutanese man in Kolkata’s Peerless Hospital.
Mpox: All you need to know about latest public health emergency which is leaving nations alert
Aug 20, 2024, at 09:29 pm
The swift spread of a new virulent strain of the mpox virus across Africa triggered the World Health Organization (WHO) to declare it once again a public health emergency of international concern last week.
Pakistan: Mpox cases touch four after another suspect spotted in Islamabad airport
Aug 20, 2024, at 04:27 pm
Pakistan's Border Health Services (BHS) spotted another suspected mpox-infected person at Islamabad Airport on Monday
Centre alerts airports, borders amid global mpox cases' spike
Aug 20, 2024, at 06:20 am
New Delhi/IBNS: The Centre has directed authorities at airports, ports, and land borders with Bangladesh and Pakistan to remain alert about incoming international passengers who show symptoms of monkeypox (mpox) amid the widespread outbreak of the virus globally, media reports said.
Narendra Modi continues to monitor Mpox situation amid WHO declaring it as global health emergency
Aug 19, 2024, at 01:50 am
Indian PM Narendra Modi has been continuously monitoring the MPox situation amid recent detection in cases in several countries including neighbouring Pakistan.
European body advises travellers to consider mpox vaccine
Aug 17, 2024, at 12:13 am
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has directed travellers who are planning to visit Africa should consider getting vaccinated amid mpox outbreak in the region.
Pakistan registers three mpox cases
Aug 16, 2024, at 11:31 pm
Pakistan has registered three mpox cases, a disease which has now been described by the World Health Organisation as an international global health emergency.