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Yearly HIV prevention injection shows promise in clinical trial

15Mar

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Yearly HIV prevention injection shows promise in clinical trial

New Delhi, March 15, 2025.A yearly injection to protect against HIV is safe and shows promise as a prevention method with long-lasting effects, according to the results of a clinical trial published in The Lancet journal.'Lenacapavir' was developed by Gilead Sciences, a research-based biopharmaceutical company in the US, as a pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) medication to prevent infection in people at risk of exposure to HIV. It is administered as an injection into the muscle tissue.The drug, which works by blocking HIV from entering and multiplying in human cells, remained in the body for at least 56 weeks, according to the phase 1 randomised controlled trial.

Avoid fried food and caffeine after gallbladder surgery

11Mar

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Avoid fried food and caffeine after gallbladder surgery

Jaipur, March 11, 2025.Our lifestyle plays a vital role in maintaining good health. Here, diet is a major factor, which we usually avoid in today's fast paced world.Gallbladder, a small part of our body nestled beneath our most crucial organ, the liver. Though small in size, it performs important functions in the body. It stores and releases bile, a fluid produced by the liver for digesting fats.If this gallbladder develops stones, its entire function gets disrupted, causing unbearable pain on the right side of the stomach. Then the doctors advise removing it from the body through surgery. But sometimes it involves risk of some complications in the body post-surgery.This happens because when the gallbladder is removed from our body, it cannot store bile, then it slowly reac...

40 pc of adults with chronic pain could have anxiety, depression: Study

10Mar

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40 pc of adults with chronic pain could have anxiety, depression: Study

New Delhi, March 10,2025.About 40 per cent of adults experiencing chronic, persistent pain could also have anxiety or depression, a review has found.Women, young adults and those with conditions such as fibromyalgia are most likely to have anxiety and depression, it observed.Fibromyalgia is a condition marked by widespread body ache and tenderness, despite no physical injury such as tissue damage.

PM Shri Narendra Modi Inaugurates Namo Hospital in Silvassa

8Mar

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PM Shri Narendra Modi Inaugurates Namo Hospital in Silvassa

Gujrat, March 08, 2025.Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the first phase of the 450-bedded Namo Hospital in Silvassa, Dadra and Nagar Haveli. The Rs. 460 crore facility is a state-of-the-art healthcare institution, designed to provide advanced medical services to the region. The Prime Minister also launched multiple public welfare projects worth over Rs. 2,500 crore, including new hospitals, schools, and critical infrastructure initiatives aimed at enhancing public services and healthcare accessibility. During his visit, PM Modi reviewed the 3D model of the upcoming hospital, appreciating its modern medical infrastructure. A significant highlight of the event was the demonstration of Misso, India’s first indigenously developed AI-powered robotic system for ...

Star Health Insurance Launches ‘SheTARA’ to Champion Women’s Health on International Women’s Day

7Mar

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Star Health Insurance Launches ‘SheTARA’ to Champion Women’s Health on International Women’s Day

New Delhi, March 07, 2025.Star Health and Allied Insurance Limited (Star Health Insurance) is marking International Women's Day with the launch of 'SheTARA', a large-scale women's health initiative designed to provide free and accessible healthcare to women across Tamil Nadu through 40+ health camps, including a flagship event in Chennai's Anna Nagar branch. The initiative will provide essential medical screenings and raise awareness about preventive healthcare. Additionally, Star Health Insurance is encouraging women to join as insurance agents. The company highlights its success in Tamil Nadu with 16,000+ women agents who have generated over Rs. 420 crore in business volume and helped settle almost Rs. 250 crore in health claims during FY25 (Apr-Jan'25). The Company also has a very s...

Lifestyle diseases big health risk, 44 crore Indians may be suffering from obesity by 2050: PM

7Mar

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Lifestyle diseases big health risk, 44 crore Indians may be suffering from obesity by 2050: PM

Mumbai, March 07, 2025.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday stressed on the need to reduce weight as he cited a report which claimed that nearly 44 crore people in India may be obese by 2050.Calling obesity the root cause of many diseases, Modi urged people to fight the chronic health condition characterized by excessive body fat by doing regular physical exercises and reducing edible oil consumption by 10 per cent.He was addressing a gathering at Silvassa town in Dadra and Nagar Haveli, part of the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu located adjoining Gujarat.At the event, Modi inaugurated as well as performed ground-breaking ceremony for development and infrastructure projects worth Rs 2,587 crore for the Union territory."Diseases linked to ...

Brain activity during sleep could predict recovery of patients with brain injury: Study

6Mar

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Brain activity during sleep could predict recovery of patients with brain injury: Study

New Delhi, March 06, 2025.Sleep spindles or brain activity occurring during the non-dreaming stage of sleep could help predict recovery of consciousness and independent functioning in those who suffered a brain injury, a new study has suggested.Researchers from Columbia University and the NewYork-Presbyterian healthcare system, US, said the studies have shown that unresponsive patients with a recent brain injury can possess a degree of consciousness hidden from families and doctors.For the study, published in the journal Nature Medicine, the researchers looked through electroencephalograms or EEG recordings of brain activity in 226 comatose patients taken over a night.

Parkinson’s disease could affect over 2.5 crore people globally by 2050: Study

6Mar

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Parkinson’s disease could affect over 2.5 crore people globally by 2050: Study

New Delhi, March 06, 2025.More than 2.5 crore people in the world could be living with Parkinson's disease by 2050, largely driven by an ageing population, according to a study.Researchers, including those from the Capital Medical University, China, said the projected numbers are a 112 per cent increase from cases in 2021.Further, cases of the neurological disorder from South Asia are predicted to be the second highest at 68 lakh, following East Asia (over 1 crore), the findings, published in The British Medical Journal, suggested.

India may have over 440 million overweight people by 2050: Lancet study

4Mar

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India may have over 440 million overweight people by 2050: Lancet study

New Delhi, March 04, 2025.By 2050, India could have over 440 million obese and overweight people, a global analysis published in The Lancet journal has estimated.Number of overweight and obese adults by mid-century in India (218 million men and 231 million women) could be the second highest in the world, after China, with the US, Brazil and Nigeria expected to rank third, fourth and fifth, respectively, the findings by an international team of researchers reveal.These researchers, including those from the Indian Council of Medical Research, collaborated for the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study 2021.

Over 80% of IT professionals suffer from fatty liver: Study

2Mar

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Over 80% of IT professionals suffer from fatty liver: Study

New Delhi, March 02, 2025.A research conducted by researchers at the University of Hyderabad (UoH) has found that the majority of IT professionals suffer from Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD) caused by long hours of sitting, work pressure, bad food habits, and physical inactivity. According to the study, 84% of IT staff surveyed suffered from MAFLD.The IT industry, which provides employment to more than 5.4 million individuals in India, has a sedentary work culture. Researchers identified that long working hours, occupational stress, and abnormal sleep patterns are major risk factors for developing MAFLD.The research also discovered that 71% of IT employees who took part in the survey were obese, and 34% suffered from metabolic syndrome, a disease as...

Covid-19 hospitalisation could up risk of death, organ-related disorders for 2.5 years after discharge: Study

28Feb

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Covid-19 hospitalisation could up risk of death, organ-related disorders for 2.5 years after discharge: Study

New Delhi, February 28, 2025.eople hospitalised due to Covid-19 faced an increased risk of death or organ-related disorders for up to two-and-a-half years after discharge, a study has found.The previous studies have found that organ damage can persist in almost 60 per cent of patients with long Covid, which refers to symptoms, including fatigue, that linger despite recovering from acute infection.The study, led by researchers at Bichat Hospital, Paris, conducted in nearly 64,000 French residents also found that the patients experienced a higher rate of deaths from any cause compared to those not hospitalised for Covid-19.

20 crore people globally battle cervical pain

27Feb

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20 crore people globally battle cervical pain

Jaipur, February 27, 2025.That nagging pain in your neck after a long day isn't just your body complaining - it's part of a growing global health crisis.Cervical pain, commonly known as neck pain, has silently become one of the most widespread health issues of our time, affecting how millions move through their daily lives.According to a recent study published in 'The Lancet', a staggering 20 crore people worldwide were grappling with cervical pain in 2020.Even more concerning is the future projection - by 2050, this number is expected to surge to 27 crore people.According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, about 14% of adults in India experience cervical pain at some point in their lives.Cervical pain is a bone-related problem. In this condit...

24Feb

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PM Modi calls for fight against obesity

New Delhi, February 24, 2025.Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a campaign against obesity on Monday. He nominated 10 prominent personalities from different fields for this. These include names like Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, businessman Anand Mahindra, and Manu Bhaker.The people nominated through the campaign will work to raise awareness against obesity. For this, they will also be able to nominate 10 people each, so that the campaign gradually reaches more and more people. The Prime Minister mentioned starting a campaign against obesity in his 'Mann Ki Baat' on February 23.

24Feb

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Rare heart surgery done on 18-day-old

Jaipur, February 24, 2025.An uncommon stenting procedure was successfully performed on an 18-day-old infant by surgeons at AIIMS Jodhpur to fix a rare congenital heart defect Saturday.The infant was born at AIIMS Jodhpur with patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), which is caused by problems during development of the heart. PDA is an opening between two major blood vessels leading from the heart (the aorta and pulmonary arteries), and while a small PDA may cause no symptoms, a large one may cause poor eating, failure to thrive, or breathlessness.Medical assessment of the infant found both its aorta and pulmonary arteries originated from the right ventricle, coupled with an inadequately developed pulmonary valve. Despite oxygen support, the infant's saturation levels deteriorated to un...

22Feb

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47% Indians have vitamin B12 deficiency

New Delhi, February 22,2025.Vitamin B-12, which is a powerhouse of nutrients is also known as cobalamin. It stands as a cornerstone of our body's vital functions, maintaining healthy eyes, bones, skin, and brain function.Since our body cannot produce this vital vitamin naturally, we must obtain it through dietary sources or supplements.Yet, a common dilemma persists whether one should opt for oral supplements or injections. Let's unravel this medical mystery.Vitamin B-12 is as essential for red blood cells as breathing is essential for staying alive. Without it, red blood cell production is affected, and the risk of anemia increases.Symptoms of Vitamin B-12 deficiency do not appear suddenly. Our body can store Vitamin B-12 for the next 2 to 5 years.When deficient, m...

Rajasthan govt expands recruitment of Medical Officers in state

20Feb

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Rajasthan govt expands recruitment of Medical Officers in state

Jaipur, February 20,2025.The Bhajanlal government in Rajasthan has expanded recruitment for Medical Officer (MO) positions, increasing the total number of vacancies from 1,480 to 1,700. The Rajasthan University of Health and Sciences (RUHS) will oversee the hiring process, with exams scheduled for April.According to the latest order, 220 more positions have been added to the original recruitment drive. February 14 marked the opening of the application window, and today was the last date to apply.Originally, applications were invited between September and October last year, with exams planned for November. However, due to technical reasons, the recruitment process was delayed.To ensure fairness, the government has reopened applications for MBBS graduates from the 2019 batch....

Many gluten-free foods are high in calories and sugar, low on fiber and protein, and they cost more − new research

19Feb

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Many gluten-free foods are high in calories and sugar, low on fiber and protein, and they cost more − new research

New Delhi, February 19, 2025.US consumers often pay more for gluten-free products, yet these items typically provide less protein and more sugar and calories compared with gluten-containing alternatives. That is the key finding of my new study, published in the journal Plant Foods for Human Nutrition.This study compared gluten-free products with their gluten-containing counterparts, and the findings suggested that many perceived benefits of gluten-free products – such as weight control and diabetes management – are exaggerated.Currently, many gluten-free products lack dietary fiber, protein and essential nutrients. Manufacturers often add supplements to compensate, but the incorporation of dietary fibres during processing can hinder protein digestion.

C-section delivery rate rises from 17.2% to 21.5% in India

18Feb

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C-section delivery rate rises from 17.2% to 21.5% in India

Jaipur, February 18, 2025.According to government data, C-section delivery cases in the country increased from 17.2% to 21.5% between 2016 and 2021. This means that one in every two deliveries in private hospitals in India is happening through C-section.According to the World Health Organization, C-section is required in only 10%-25% of delivery cases. C-section should not be chosen as an option for delivery without necessity. More than 30% of deliveries in India happen through cesarean procedure every year.C-section delivery is a surgical procedure in which the baby is removed through an incision in the abdomen and uterus. This procedure is usually needed when normal delivery is not safe or there is a risk of some complications.

AIIMS Delhi acquires cutting-edge technology with surgical robot

18Feb

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AIIMS Delhi acquires cutting-edge technology with surgical robot

New Delhi, February 18, 2025.AIIMS Delhi has installed a state-of-the-art surgical robot in its department of surgical disciplines, making it one of the first general surgery units in a government hospital in India to acquire such cutting-edge technology.The introduction of robotic surgery underscores AIIMS's commitment to enhancing patient care, enabling the execution of complex procedures with unmatched precision, and keeping pace with global advancements in medical technology, said Dr Hemang Bhattacharjee, professor of surgery at AIIMS."The initiative to incorporate robotic surgery into its general surgery department is a strategic move to elevate the standard of care provided in a government healthcare setting," he said.

Carbohydrate cravings may be related to overall severity of depression: Study

10Feb

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Carbohydrate cravings may be related to overall severity of depression: Study

New Delhi, February 10, 2025.People struggling with depression may crave for carbohydrate-rich foods, which could be "related to the overall severity" of their mental condition, according to a study.Even though patients of depression, marked by a persistent low mood, tend to have less appetite, researchers, including those from the University of Bonn, Germany, said those with severe depression can sometimes develop food cravings."These changes can then lead to a change in body weight", corresponding author Nils Kroemer, a professor of medical psychology at the University Hospital Bonn, University of Bonn, said

Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launches National Mass Drug Administration Round for the elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis across 13 identified LF endemic states

10Feb

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Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launches National Mass Drug Administration Round for the elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis across 13 identified LF endemic states

New Delhi, February 10,2025.Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the Annual Nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) Campaign for Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) Elimination through a video conference with State Health Ministers and senior officers of 13 identified LF endemic States, here today. The participants were provided an overview of the campaign, its objectives, the key strategic activities being undertaken, and the critical role of participating states in ensuring high coverage and compliance with the MDA program. The campaign covers 111 endemic districts across 13 States with door-to-door administration of filaria prevention medications.The State Health Ministers who participated the meeting included Shri Satya Kumar Yadav (Andhra Pra...

Sleep disorders highly individual in nature, AI essential for diagnosing: Neurologist

7Feb

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Sleep disorders highly individual in nature, AI essential for diagnosing: Neurologist

New Delhi, February 07, 2025.Artificial intelligence will be essential for diagnosing sleep disorders such as sleep apnoea or insomnia, which are increasingly acquiring an individual character, neurologist Dr Manvir Bhatia said.Further, once diagnosed, are we able to say that a certain individual will be a good user of the treatment or not? That's where the role of AI is really going to come up, said Dr Bhatia, the vice-president of Indian Society for Sleep Research.She was addressing a workshop conducted at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, ahead of the 11th Congress of Asian Sleep Research Society that will be held here during February 8-9.

“Shatavari – For Better Health” a nationwide Species-Specific Campaign launched

7Feb

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“Shatavari – For Better Health” a nationwide Species-Specific Campaign launched

New Delhi, February 07, 2025.In a bid to raise awareness about the health benefits of medicinal plants, a species-specific campaign titled “Shatavari –For Better Health" was launched today by Shri Prataprao Jadhav, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush. Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Dr. Mahesh Kumar Dadhich, CEO, National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), and senior officials from the Ministry of Ayush were present on the occasion.In his address, Shri Prataprao Jadhav highlighted the significant progress made by the Ministry of Ayush over the last decade and lauded the efforts of NMPB for launching this new initiative to promote awareness about Shatavari. The Minister also mentioned previous successful campaigns led by NMPB, including those f...