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India to restart Penicillin G manufacture: why was it stopped, what changed nowSubscriber Only
March 8, 2024 12:43 IST
Penicillin G is the active pharmaceutical ingredient used in several common antibiotics. Why was manufacturing in India stopped in the 90s, and why did it take so long to resume?
Obesity on the rise, high levels of undernutrition persist in India: What a new study saysSubscriber Only
March 3, 2024 13:12 IST
Adults — anyone over the age of 20 years — are considered to be obese, if they have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 kg/m2 or more. The study blamed a lack of access to affordable and nutritious food for the prominence of undernutrition and obesity.
Explained: The Genome India project, aimed at creating a genetic map of the countrySubscriber Only
March 1, 2024 13:18 IST
The Genome India project can help identify genetic mutations in Indian populations that make them vulnerable to specific diseases, and develop cures for such diseases.
The bubonic plague is back. Should you be worried?Subscriber Only
February 24, 2024 09:48 IST
The Black Death killed as many as 50 million in Europe from 1346 to 1353. Medieval Europeans, however, did not have access to antibiotics.
Do high levels of ‘good’ cholesterol mean lower risk of heart disease? How HDL-C is actually linked to cardiovascular healthSubscriber Only
February 16, 2024 00:42 IST
When looking at diagnostic test results, it is important to understand the difference between correlation and causation, to decide on the appropriate intervention. Here, we explain the link between HDL-Cholesterol and heart health.
What we know about multivitamins and memorySubscriber Only
January 21, 2024 19:47 IST
Here's what a recent study found on the possible benefits of multivitamins for older age groups, in terms of preventing memory loss. But some experts suggest the findings are relatively modest and not everyone needs to take multivitamins.
Hydroxychloroquine: How a new study links the COVID ‘cure’ to 17,000 deathsSubscriber Only
January 15, 2024 11:19 IST
Amidst the panic of the first wave of COVID-19, existing drugs were repurposed as a treatment. Some ideas were fatal, including one briefly praised by then-US-President Donald Trump.
What new criminal code says on punishing medical practitioners for negligence, accidental deathSubscriber Only
December 22, 2023 10:26 IST
The BNS increased the imprisonment term for causing accidental death from 2 years to a maximum of 5 years.
Centre writes to states over new Covid variant: all you should know about JN.1Subscriber Only
December 20, 2023 10:33 IST
Kerala's neighbouring state Karnataka has asked senior citizens to mask up. State health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao Monday said an order would be issued in this regard.
Kidney transplants in India: the law, the demand, the alleged racketsSubscriber Only
December 14, 2023 10:25 IST
Organ donations and transplants in exchange for money are forbidden in India in order to protect poor and vulnerable donors from potential exploitation.
India’s first Pompe disease patient passes away: What is this rare genetic disorder?Subscriber Only
December 12, 2023 23:37 IST
Its prevalence estimates range from 1 in 40,000 to 1 in 300,000 births. How is it diagnosed and in what ways does it affect an individual?
Dengue is coming to Europe: Why non-travel cases are the highest in decadesSubscriber Only
December 5, 2023 10:26 IST
2023 saw the highest number of local, rather than imported, cases of dengue on the European mainland in nearly 80 years.
What the World Malaria Report says about IndiaSubscriber Only
December 3, 2023 12:12 IST
Bucking global trends, Malaria cases and deaths have continued to decline in India. What is behind India’s success story? How does climate change play a part? Why is there a need for improved surveillance? And what are the challenges ahead?
China pneumonia outbreak: Here’s everything we knowSubscriber Only
November 28, 2023 18:43 IST
China pneumonia outbreak: Is this some new disease? Who is affected? Why the outbreak now? Most importantly, do you need to be worried?
How gene therapy will revolutionise treatment of sickle cell diseaseSubscriber Only
November 26, 2023 13:21 IST
The first therapy based on gene editing technology Crispr-Cas9 for sickle cell disease and thalassaemia has been approved in UK. The potential for India is revolutionary — however, cost is a huge deterrent currently
Why China may see a spike in Covid-19 cases this winterSubscriber Only
November 14, 2023 16:42 IST
Last month, China witnessed a small resurgence of Covid-19 infections with a total of 209 new severe cases and 24 deaths reported across the country in October. Why have expert cautioned about a possible spike this winter?
What WHO’s report has said on reduction in deaths due to TB in India, its treatmentsSubscriber Only
November 13, 2023 20:23 IST
India accounts for 27 per cent of the total TB cases in the world, according to the recently released Global TB Report 2023 by the World Health Organisation. But the report also noted some positive changes on reporting of TB cases and deaths caused by it.
Mobile phones might cause lower sperm count: what new research showsSubscriber Only
November 9, 2023 11:17 IST
Researchers have detected a possible link between mobile phone use and decreased sperm counts in young men. Should you be worried?
SC says cracker order applies to country, not just NCR: What types of fireworks are allowed, and whereSubscriber Only
November 11, 2023 13:58 IST
What exactly are firecrackers made of? Why are chemicals like barium banned? What kind of firecrackers are allowed in the country?
India’s hypertension map: How different states, regions fareSubscriber Only
November 9, 2023 11:07 IST
A new study finds significant variations in the occurrence and treatment of hypertension among Indian states, and also in districts within the states. Here are the key findings.
Can Delhi’s odd-even policy help in preventing health issues? Here’s what experts, studies saySubscriber Only
November 8, 2023 17:58 IST
Long-term exposure to pollution is associated with an increased risk of hypertension, diabetes, heart attacks, etc. Does the scheme for curbing vehicular pollution help the situation? We explain.
Hypertension: How its prevalence, diagnosis, control, and treatment varies across IndiaSubscriber Only
November 4, 2023 19:52 IST
A new study on people suffering from hypertension in India reveals that only one in three receives a diagnosis, one in five gets treated, and one in twelve achieves blood pressure control. The interesting finding is the inter-state and inter-district variability of the different levels of the continuum of hypertension care.
Nearly 69 lakh cancer deaths among Indian women were preventable: What a study says on gender and the diseaseSubscriber Only
September 29, 2023 10:20 IST
A new Lancet report highlights how lack of awareness, financial and decision-making powers hurts women's chances of timely diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
How scientists figured out how brain cells die, and how this is helping Alzheimer’s treatmentSubscriber Only
September 25, 2023 10:16 IST
About 55 million people live with dementia worldwide. New research into why brain cells die is enabling scientists to develop effective Alzheimer's drugs.
What the WHO report on hypertension says about India: 188.3 million have it, only 37% diagnosedSubscriber Only
September 21, 2023 10:11 IST
Doctors said many get diagnosed with hypertension only when it has caused some other complications, such as heart and kidney damage. Even when diagnosed, many don't take medication.
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