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Revived Ancient Bacteria Shows Potential Against Superbugs
Revived Ancient Bacteria Shows Potential Against Superbugs
Scientists revive 5,000-year-old bacterium from ice, revealing it can inhibit superbugs but poses potential risks due to antibiotic resistance.
Study Links Long Covid Symptoms to Alzheimer’s Disease Mechanisms
Study Links Long Covid Symptoms to Alzheimer’s Disease Mechanisms
Research indicates similarities in mechanisms between long Covid and Alzheimer’s, suggesting implications for cognitive health.
Tamil Nadu Faces Bird Flu Alert After Deaths of 1,500 Crows
Tamil Nadu Faces Bird Flu Alert After Deaths of 1,500 Crows
Tamil Nadu intensifies surveillance for H5N1 bird flu following over 1,000 crow deaths in Chennai, with no human infections reported so far.
AI-Enabled Stethoscope Enhances Detection of Heart Valve Disease
AI-Enabled Stethoscope Enhances Detection of Heart Valve Disease
New study reveals that AI-equipped stethoscope more than doubles detection rates of valvular heart disease during routine examinations.
Closing the Cancer Care Gap for the Elderly on World Cancer Day
Closing the Cancer Care Gap for the Elderly on World Cancer Day
World Cancer Day highlights the need for awareness and action to bridge cancer care gaps for the elderly, particularly in India.
Evening Chronotype Linked to Higher Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Evening Chronotype Linked to Higher Cardiovascular Disease Risk
Research indicates individuals with a pronounced evening chronotype face increased cardiovascular disease risks, influenced by lifestyle factors.
Breakthrough Discovery in MicroRNAs Could Transform Stress Management
Breakthrough Discovery in MicroRNAs Could Transform Stress Management
A recent study reveals how microRNAs may alleviate stress and aid metabolic health, signalling potential treatments for age-related disorders.
Study Confirms No Link Between Childhood Vaccines and Epilepsy Risk
Study Confirms No Link Between Childhood Vaccines and Epilepsy Risk
A recent study led by the CDC reveals that routine vaccinations do not raise epilepsy risk in children, alleviating concerns over immunisation safety.
Nipah Virus Outbreak in West Bengal: Five Cases Confirmed
Nipah Virus Outbreak in West Bengal: Five Cases Confirmed
West Bengal reports five cases of Nipah virus, prompting quarantine measures and heightened health alerts across the region.
Childhood ADHD Traits Associated with Midlife Health Problems
Childhood ADHD Traits Associated with Midlife Health Problems
Research indicates that childhood ADHD traits could lead to increased health complications in middle adulthood, according to a recent study.
Study Reveals Lasting Effects in Nearly 50% of Mpox Patients
Study Reveals Lasting Effects in Nearly 50% of Mpox Patients
Research indicates that almost half of mpox patients from the 2022 outbreak face ongoing health issues more than a year after infection.
AI-Enhanced Blood Test Detects Alzheimer's Disease Early in India
AI-Enhanced Blood Test Detects Alzheimer's Disease Early in India
An innovative AI-driven blood test for Alzheimer's detection is now available in India, promising earlier diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.
Tuberculosis Cases Reported at Amazon Warehouse: Risk and Prevention
Tuberculosis Cases Reported at Amazon Warehouse: Risk and Prevention
A tuberculosis outbreak has been confirmed at an Amazon warehouse, prompting concerns about disease transmission and employee safety.
Nipah Virus Confirmed in West Bengal: Two Nurses in Critical Condition
Nipah Virus Confirmed in West Bengal: Two Nurses in Critical Condition
A Pune laboratory has confirmed Nipah virus in two nurses in West Bengal, both are critical as over 120 contacts remain in home isolation.
South-East Asia Celebrates 15 Years Free from Polio
South-East Asia Celebrates 15 Years Free from Polio
The South-East Asia Region marks 15 years without a polio case, reflecting significant public health advancements.
Neratinib Shows Promise Against Vascular Inflammation in Atherosclerosis
Neratinib Shows Promise Against Vascular Inflammation in Atherosclerosis
Researchers find that neratinib may reduce vascular inflammation linked to atherosclerosis, offering potential new therapeutic avenues.
Certain Food Preservatives Associated with Increased Cancer and Diabetes Risks
Certain Food Preservatives Associated with Increased Cancer and Diabetes Risks
Recent studies indicate a link between specific food preservatives and heightened risks of cancer and diabetes, raising health concerns.
Flu Cases Surge Across the United States, CDC Urges Vaccination
Flu Cases Surge Across the United States, CDC Urges Vaccination
As flu cases increase in the U.S., the CDC encourages vaccination to combat the rising infection rates of the virus.
Contaminated Meat Linked to Rise in Urinary Tract Infections
Contaminated Meat Linked to Rise in Urinary Tract Infections
Research indicates that contaminated meat may be a significant cause of urinary tract infections, affecting one in five patients.
Concerns Raised Over Indian Rabies Vaccine Amid Safety Alerts
Concerns Raised Over Indian Rabies Vaccine Amid Safety Alerts
Australia and other nations caution citizens on Indian rabies vaccine Abhayrab, amid counterfeit concerns and the risk of rabies in India.
New Strategy Targets Drug-Resistant Prostate Cancer Using Genetics
New Strategy Targets Drug-Resistant Prostate Cancer Using Genetics
Researchers reveal a novel approach to combat drug-resistant prostate cancer by harnessing genetic mutations to enhance immune response.
Study Links Sleep Apnoea to Mental Health Risks in Older Adults
Study Links Sleep Apnoea to Mental Health Risks in Older Adults
Research reveals that sleep apnoea significantly increases mental health risks for older adults, highlighting the need for better screening measures.
Alabama Boy, 11, Dies from Severe Flu Complications
Alabama Boy, 11, Dies from Severe Flu Complications
Jace Watkins, an 11-year-old from Alabama, passed away from flu complications after a brief illness, leaving his community in mourning.
Indian Immunologicals Addresses Counterfeit Rabies Vaccine Concerns
Indian Immunologicals Addresses Counterfeit Rabies Vaccine Concerns
Indian Immunologicals Limited responds to counterfeit rabies vaccine claims, assuring the public of safety and quality in their products.
Rabies Vaccine Alert as Australia Warns of Counterfeit Doses in India
Rabies Vaccine Alert as Australia Warns of Counterfeit Doses in India
Australia has warned that counterfeit rabies vaccines circulating in India since 2023 may leave travellers unprotected against a fatal disease.