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Doctors fume over NMC’s new logo with Hindu deity and the term ‘Bharat’
Earlier, the Dhanvantri image in the logo was smaller and darker. The logo also had ‘India’ and ‘Bhartiya’ written, which has now been removed.
Grow up, and keep your diet in check
With changing diets and physical activity levels, overweight and obesity are also emerging problems, particularly among urban residents and wealthier households.
Alert your skin for autumn
It is also a good time of the year for a warm relaxing massage, made more interesting and fragrant by adding sandalwood oil to it, kneading out the day’s tension slowly.
China says surge in respiratory illnesses is caused by flu and ‘other known pathogens’
The ministry called on local authorities to open more fever clinics and promote vaccinations among children and the elderly as the country grapples with a wave of respiratory illnesses.
Centre asks states to review hospital preparedness amid China pneumonia outbreak
The Union Health Ministry said it was monitoring the situation in the neighbouring country and stressed there was "no cause for any alarm at the moment.”
Govt monitoring situation: Union health minister on pneumonia outbreak in China
The Union Health Ministry said in a statement Friday that India is prepared for any kind of exigency that may emerge from the current influenza situation in China.
Cost-effective drugs for 14 rare diseases, including sickle cell, to be launched soon: Mansukh…
Terming the launch of the India-made drugs as a “game changer,” NITI Ayog member Dr V K Paul said this will bring a shift in treating rare diseases globally, especially in low-income nations.
Indian scientists discover host protein that can combat tuberculosis
As India sets an ambitious goal to eliminate TB by 2025, the discovery is expected to lead to development of a host directed therapy, which could be one of the ways to drastically reduce incidence.
Preparing Doctors for a Healthier World is Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research’s…
Hyderabad : The Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (AIMSR) in Hyderabad, formerly known as Apollo Medical College, is dedicated to advancing healthcare by cultivating a new generation of physicians. The institution's…
CYTOTRON: Innovative Cancer Treatment Without Side Effects
Bangalore (Karnataka): When you hear the name "cancer", various thoughts may come to mind, such as its fatal nature, the associated pain, chemotherapy, and its side effects. However, what if we tell you that it can be treated without…
India has introduced HPV vaccine for cervical cancer in Sikkim, will expand to other states: WHO
Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in India. According to estimates, it contributes to approximately 6-29% of all cancers in women.
Epilepsy: Much feared body disorder is Curable With Medicine
On National Epilepsy Day, our specialist on Community Health, Dr. Naresh Purohit* (Exec. Member-Indian Academy of Neurology) analyses the Causes and Cures for this body disorder engulfing over 50 million across the Globe
Quitting smoking can lower diabetes risk by 30-40 per cent: WHO
The IDF estimates that 537 million people have diabetes, a number that continues to rise making diabetes the ninth highest cause of death globally, the statement said.
Dhanteras is significant for health and not just wealth
Underlining that 'Health is Wealth' is the Universal Thumb-rule, our special contributor on Community health issues, Dr. Naresh Purohit* advises younger generation of today to adopt Ayurvedic way of Health and Livelihood !
‘Like breathing poison’: Delhi children hardest hit by smog
Vegetable vendor Imtiaz Qureshi's 11-month-old son Mohammad Arsalan was admitted to the hospital overnight with breathing issues. "We have to live day in and day out in this air," he said.
Cancer Cure: Counselling and support are essential pillars of healing for Cancer patients
New Delhi/ Bhopal : Counselling and support are essential pillars of healing a cancer patient at any stage of a chronic condition. Cancer patients need more emotional, psychological, and social support .
Even with improvements in…
Dengue & Chikungunya: Connection between viral illnesses and Joint and Leg Pain
New Delhi/ Bhopal: Many illnesses like chikungunya and dengue are often associated with viral infections. When the body is fighting such an illness, it triggers an immune response to combat the condition.
This immune response can sometimes…
Perils of viral infections
These viruses typically lead to symptoms such as fever, headache, and severe body pain.
Covid survivors advised against hard labour
Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Mansukh Mandaviya' remarks came as several deaths due to heart issues were reported in Gujarat recently during the garba events.
World Sight Day: Set sight on the vision
Netra, the eyes, are particularly associated with the pitta dosha. Therefore, they should be protected from exposure to excessive heat and other factors that can aggravate pitta.
We recently celebrated World Sight Day (October 12),…
