68 people were diagnosed with infections from the bacteria. That's up from one death and five cases of permanent vision loss reported last month. The outbreak is considered particularly worrisome because the bacteria is resistant to standard antibiotics.
Coffee consumption can help lower the incidence of type 2 diabetes (T2D) study financed by the Institute for Scientific Information on Coffee (ISIC) study examined the underlying mechanisms by which coffee drinking may aid to reduce T2D risk.
The accelerator programme will focus on six major domains, access to care, networked care & digitally enabled services, radiology imaging, in-vitro diagnostics, and advanced image-guided therapy. Startups that are part of the programme will have the opportunity to collaborate with Siemens Healthineers businesses to get access to global markets.
A youth studying MBBS has reportedly died in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra. The 23-year-old man was admitted to a private hospital where he died. His post-mortem reportedly revealed that the virus was found in his blood.
India has seen a spurt in cases of various subtypes of influenza. From January 2 to March 5, 451 cases of H3N2 have been reported in the country. A respiratory illness spreads through infected droplets.
The draft of the new drugs, medical devices and cosmetics bill, 2023, has been sent for inter-ministerial consultation. The central government may regulate, restrict or prohibit the sale or distribution of any drug by online mode. It seeks to replace the existing Drugs and Cosmetics Act of 1940.
The fda approved the drug for the treatment of Rett syndrome, a genetic brain disorder. The drug is sold under the brand name Daybue in adult and pediatric patients two years of age and older. It comes with a warning of diarrhea and weight loss.
New york government officials sent a letter to pharmacy operators CVS Health Corp, Walgreens Boot Alliance, and Rite Aid Corp. They asked about their commitment to dispense mifepristone in the state. The letter follows a statement last week that it won't sell abortion pills in some republican-dominated states.
Mental health in the general population has not altered much throughout the COVID-19 pandemic compared to pre-pandemic levels. Some specific groups, particularly women, appear to have been more negatively affected, but changes have been minimal to small, say the researchers. Inconsistencies in study quality may have led to misleading results.
The european commission will present its proposed overhaul of the bloc's pharmaceuticals regulation on march 29. It says drugs need to reach patients more quickly and in all european nations. Novo's Lars Jorgensen lamented that without changes to the current draft, his company would be forced to research, test and bring products to market in the united states and elsewhere.
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Even has inducted Dr. Martin Gilbert , senior advisor to the global healthcare practice at the Boston Consulting Group in California, Dr. Abha Agarwal and Dr. Archit C Bhatt. The board will take stock of the best clinical practices around the world and help Even doctors design care guidelines for members.
Fibe has entered into a partnership with Narayana Health to offer low-cost and no-cost medical expense loans of up to 10 lacs. Patients and caregivers can now avail of loans for healthcare emergencies with a repayment tenure of 3 months to 2 years. The scheme is also applicable to those with no lending history.
Your body weight is affected by a number of variables, such as your nutrition, way of life, stress levels, medical issues, etc. Keeping a healthy body weight has various benefits.
A joint study conducted by AIIMS and Syenergy Environics Ltd analysed the effect of mobile phone radiations on human brain activity. The study interprets the changes in the frequencies during the Electroencephalography ( EEG ) test as scientific evidence of the impact. The World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer had also classified radiofrequency electromagnetic fields as Group-2B.
The drug, sodium phenylbutyrate, could be used as an adjunctive therapy to the standard of care for patients with UCDs with certain deficiencies. The company resubmitted its marketing application for the drug in July after it got the so-called complete response letter from FDA in June.
Mental health is extremely crucial and it can affect every aspect of our lives. According to the World Health Organization, depression is one of the leading causes of disability. Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-29-year-olds. Mahima Sahi, Chief Psychologist, heyy - a popular mental healthcare app - shares 10 tips to ensure sound mental health in the new year.
Pomegranate has nutrients like vitamins B, C, and K, fibre, iron, potassium, zinc, omega-6 fatty acids, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory characteristics that assist in protecting the body from many diseases. The fruit is packed with nutrients, including flavonoids and antioxidants, it is more than a superfood and treats a variety of health issues and is medicinal.
Newborn Genomes Programme is billed as the largest study of its kind in the world. It will identify 200 conditions affecting a total of 3,000 newborn babies every year in the UK. UK Health Secretary Steve Barclay says potential for genomics to revolutionise the way we deliver health care is great.
A combination of acalabrutinib, venetoclax, and obinutuzumab produced deep remissions in 89% of participants. The new cohort, which exclusively included patients with high-risk CLL, found a similar deep-remission rate of 83%.
Healthium Medtech announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its UK-based subsidiary, Clinisupplies to KKR. The company will re-invest the proceeds from the transaction to strengthen its portfolio in advanced surgery, wound care, orthopaedics, and post-surgical care.
Canada’s expansion of euthanasia legislation has caused concerns among rights groups. In 2023, Canadians will be able to apply for a medically assisted death if they are suffering from mental health problems as their sole condition. The Take asks what is at stake and looks at taboos that still remain around conversations about death.
Brazilian researchers create electrochemical immunosensor that identifies antibodies against SARS-CoV-2. Electrode detected COVID-19 antibodies in serum in about five minutes with 88.7 per cent sensitivity and 100 per cent specificity. Device is easy to make and use, and its production cost is relatively low.
The use of AI in healthcare was slow to take off when compared to the non-medical commercial applications. In Gastroenterology, the field of endoscopy has generated the most interest in AI as it relies on imaging and thus utilizes Computer vision- a technology that allows computers to ‘see’ and interpret visual data.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has been linked to hundreds of risk genes that could play a role in disease development. Several of the risk genes modulate the activity of mitochondria, the energy factories within cells. The protein-based mapping tool could be used to help classify individuals with ASD who have a shared biological signature.
Nearly 60 per cent of hospitalised COVID-19 patients and 68 per cent non-hospitalised counterparts reported still having at least one symptom two years later. The most common symptoms during the acute infection were fever, shortness of breath, muscle pain, and cough.
Nearsighted vision is associated with a range of eye disorders, making it a leading cause of irreversible vision impairment in older individuals. People often become nearsighted as children, and the condition appears to result from a mix of genetics, too little time spent outdoors and many years of education.
Adults with type 2 diabetes who acquire cancer are more likely to be diagnosed with advanced disease the if condition is one that is not routinely checked for, according to a study of 11,945 people in six European nations. Lung, ovarian and prostate cancers do not have national screening programmes. Cancer was diagnosed only once cancer had started to spread beyond original tumour to other parts of the body.
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Siddhaanth Vir Surryavanshi died on Friday at the age of 46 after he reportedly fell unconscious in the gym. Earlier this year, comedian Raju Srivastava collapsed in gym while on treadmill. Dr Viveka Kumar, Principal Director and Chief of Cath Labs, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, said, Not every person who looks fit is healthy.
More than 300,000 union members will walk out over pay, adding to pressure on the country’s health system. The strike action threatens significant disruption to health system already strained by government underinvestment.
Global health is building a 550-bed facility in Noida with an investment of Rs 350 crore. The initial public offer of Global Health was subscribed at 49 per cent on the second day of the offer. At the upper end of the price band, the company is expected to fetch Rs 2,206 crore, according to analysts.
KKR & Co Inc, Temasek Holdings, and Max Healthcare Institute are vying to buy the chain. Investors blackstone and CVC Capital Partners were also in the race to acquire the chain, the economic Times reported.
Global health is a leading private multi-speciality tertiary care provider in the north and eastern regions of India. It operates and manages five hospitals under the Medanta brand in Gurugram, Indore, Ranchi, Lucknow and Patna.
Teladoc shares have fallen more than 70% so far this year after losing over half their value last year. Company cut upper end of full-year adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) forecast to $250 million from $265 million.
Medibank said significant amounts of health claims data had also been accessed in the breach. The thief has demanded ransom and has reportedly threatened to expose the diagnoses and treatments of high-profile customers. The government has been planning urgent legislative reforms on cybersecurity regulation since a hacker stole the personal data of almost 10 million current and former customers of Optus.
Abbott recently hosted its second Global a:care Congress to help find tangible solutions for the pressing global challenge of medicine non-adherence. The main aim of Congress is to educate healthcare professionals and empower them to help their patients to better stick with their treatments. About 8 per cent of the total global health expenditure could be avoided with adherence to medicine.
Health system giant has 140 hospitals in 21 states. As of Thursday, it's still unknown how many of its 1,000 care sites were affected. The incident underscores the growing concerns surrounding ransomware attacks on health care systems.
A company spokesperson would not explain the nature of the apparent cyberattack. The incident occurred Monday and forced the diversion of ambulances from the emergency department of the city's Mercy One Medical Center.
Ultrasound induced bubbles control stickiness of adhesive bandages. Innovation could pave the way for further breakthroughs in medical adhesives. Adhesives can also potentially be used to deliver drugs through the skin. The findings of the study were published in the journal Science.
The findings of the research were published in the journal Nature Neuroscience. The neuronal orchestra is never shut from the environment when the person is deep asleep, says a study co-author.
Sex drive or libido is related to having a great sexual experience. Both men and women are prone to have reduced or total disinterest in sex. A number of internal and external factors are responsible for the decrease in sexual desire. Here is a list of 7 drugs that result in a lower sex drive for you (unfortunately)
Ikaria Lean Belly Juice is a breakthrough formula created in a powdered form to ease its usage. Surprisingly it has already made it to the list of top-selling weight loss supplements of 2022. This powder easily mixes with water or any beverage of your choice. Once inside the body, it triggers a natural fat burn and healthy weight loss.
Libido Booster Pills for men can reverse symptoms within a short time. Libido of men is strongly influenced by the levels of testosterone in the body. In men the testosterone levels start increasing right from childhood and adolescence. But it has also been noticed that testosterone production in the male body starts declining at the rate of 1% every year after the age of 40.
Contrary to what most people think, dietary supplements offer no magic and there is no way you can lose weight with a capsule, and no additional effort. The purpose of using a dietary supplement is to fill in for the deficiency. Some products offer independent benefits, while others work better with lifestyle and dietary changes.
