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Antibody-based therapy several notches closer to treat lethal mucormycosis: Study
California, March 22: Mucormycosis, a fungus infection caused by Mucorales, has a high mortality rates in those with weakened immune systems and those who have suffered severe trauma, such as burns, blast injuries, or natural disaster victims.
Antibody-based therapy shows promise against lethal mucormycosis
New Delhi, March 22: An antibody-based therapy has shown promise to treat lethal mucormycosis -- a fungal infection that caused serious infection among Covid-19 patients.
IPL 2025: Saliva ban revoked after captains' meeting in Mumbai
New Delhi March 20: Bowlers will be allowed to use saliva on the ball in IPL 2025. The decision was made by IPL following a meeting on Thursday at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai, where most of the franchise captains expressed support for the change to the decision-makers of the tournament, as per a report by ESPNcricinfo.
HKU1 not a new virus, less likely to cause any widespread infection: Experts
New Delhi, March 17: Even as the news of a woman in Kolkata being infected with Human Coronavirus HKU1 has raised fresh concerns, health experts on Monday said that the virus has been known for at least two decades and is less likely to cause any widespread infection.
From Covid to probiotics, researchers reveal changes in gut microbiota
New York, March 16: The '13th Gut Microbiota for Health World Summit' in Washington, DC, over the weekend revealed how cutting-edge research on gut microbiome science is being applied to clinical practice.
India is now a vaccine superpower: Dr. Balram Bhargava
Thiruvananthapuram, March 11: Former Director General of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Dr. Balram Bhargava on Tuesday stated India has established itself as a vaccine superpower when it developed Covaxin and the country now produces 60 per cent of the world’s vaccine.
India to strengthen R&D, industrial ecosystem to prepare for future pandemic: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 10: Amid the looming threat of zoonotic spillovers, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Monday said that India will strengthen its research and development capacities as well as industrial ecosystem to prepare for future pandemics.
PM Modi expresses gratitude to Barbados for conferring him with 'Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados Award'
New Delhi, March 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed gratitude to the Government and people of Barbados for conferring him with the 'Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados Award'. He dedicated the award to 1.4 billion Indians and the close ties between India and Barbados.
MoS External Affairs Pabitra Margherita calls on Barbados PM Mia Mottley
Bridgetown, March 7: Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita called upon the Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley during his official visit to the Caribbean country.
MoS Margherita receives 'Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados' on PM Modi's behalf
Bridgetown, March 6: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Thursday received the 'Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados' Award on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the President of Barbados Dame Sandra Mason.
MoS Margherita receives prestigious Barbados award bestowed on PM Modi
Bridgetown (Barbados), March 6: Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Thursday, India time, received the prestigious 'Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados' award that was bestowed upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi in recognition of his strategic leadership and valuable assistance during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Ahead of tabling CAG report on health, AAP makes strategy on Delhi Assembly session
New Delhi, Feb 28: Ahead of tabling a CAG report on health infrastructure and management in the Delhi Assembly on Friday, the AAP accused the ruling BJP of indulging in vendetta politics by suspending Opposition members, effectively denying them a chance to present views on the findings of government auditor.
Twin studies show neurological, respiratory disorders linger up to three years post-Covid
New Delhi, Feb 28: While the Covid-19 pandemic is over, its effects continue to haunt a large majority of people infected by the infectious disease. Two separate studies have shown that several neurological and respiratory disorders as well as other health complications continue to affect people who were hospitalised with the disease.
Ashok Gehlot demands research centre in Rajasthan on rising heart attacks among youth
Jaipur, Feb 26: Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Wednesday demanded that the Centre and the Rajasthan government prioritise in-depth research on the issue of an alarming rise in sudden heart attacks among young people.
Childbirths in S. Korea rebound for 1st time in 9 years in 2024 on post-pandemic weddings
Seoul, Feb 26: The number of babies born in South Korea increased for the first time in nine years in 2024, driven by a post-pandemic rise in marriages, evolving attitudes toward parenthood, and demographic changes, the statistics agency said on Wednesday.
Funds under-utilised, OTs lying idle: CAG report picks holes in AAP's 'health model'
New Delhi, Feb 25: The Arvind Kejriwal-led previous Delhi government’s much-touted health model powered by Mohalla Clinics has been found lacking and lagging in basic medical infrastructure and also on utilisation of funds in government-run hospitals, as per the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report.
Shaktikanta Das: Veteran bureaucrat who helmed RBI through Covid-19
New Delhi, Feb 22: Veteran bureaucrat Shaktikanta Das, who was appointed a primary aide to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has the distinction of steering India's central bank through the Covid-19 crisis and its aftermath.
Steve Martin reveals Martin Short, Maya Rudolph contracted COVID after 'SNL50' special
Washington, February 22: Comedian Steve Martin has revealed that his friend and co-star Martin Short, as well as actress Maya Rudolph, contracted COVID-19 after attending the 'SNL50: The Anniversary Special'.
Flu surpasses Covid as US' deadliest respiratory illness
New York, Feb 19: For the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic began, influenza has surpassed Covid as the deadliest respiratory illness in California in the US, prompting hospitals to struggle with overwhelming patient numbers amid a surge in flu cases.
Argentina announces it will leave World Health Organization
Buenos Aires, February 6: Argentina has announced it will leave World Health Organization (WHO). Argentina's presidential spokesperson Manuel Adorni made the announcement regarding the decision, CNN reported.
Govt continued development despite Covid & ethnic violence: Manipur CM
Imphal, Feb 3: Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on Monday said that despite the state losing four-and-a-half-years to the COVID-19 pandemic and ethnic violence, the government has continued the developmental works in the state.
Astonished when Modi Ji announced Janta Curfew during Covid outbreak: Amit Shah
New Delhi, January 30: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday attended the launch of the book "Indian Renaissance: The Modi Decade", where he shared his thoughts on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and the historic events that have shaped the nation, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
RFK Jr, Democrats clash over past comments on vaccines during confirmation hearing
Washington DC, January 30: Senate Democrats grilled Robert F Kennedy Jr on Wednesday (local time) over his views on vaccines during his confirmation hearing to be President Donald Trump's health and human services secretary, CNN reported.
White blood cell count may predict severity of COVID-19: Study
Ohio, January 29: A COVID-19 diagnosis is no longer as frightening as it used to be, thanks to developments in treatment choices. However, a new study reveals that leukocyte (white blood cell) count may now be used to identify who is more likely to develop more significant disease symptoms.
White blood cell count may signal severity of Covid symptoms in women: Study
New Delhi, Jan 29: A count of white blood cells (leukocytes) may be a crucial indicator for determining debilitating outcomes of Covid-19 in postmenopausal women, according to a new international study on Wednesday.
Long-Covid symptoms persist into second year in nearly 70pc people: Study
New Delhi, Jan 25: Nearly 70 per cent of people continue to experience the same Long Covid symptoms in the second year as in the first year after suffering Covid-19 infection -- caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
5 years after Wuhan's lockdown, China's recovery still faces challenges
Beijing, January 25: China is still grappling with the aftermath of its strict COVID-19 lockdowns, which began in Wuhan and surrounding areas five years ago, according to Radio Free Asia.
Trump terminates security detail of ex-medical advisor Anthony Fauci, says can hire own security
Washington DC, January 25: US President Donald Trump terminated the security detail of former Chief Medical Advisor to US President, Anthony Fauci on Thursday that was being provided and paid for by the National Institutes of Health, CNN reported.
CM Vijayan brushes aside CAG report on purchase of PPE kits; greenlights brewery
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 23: A day after the Congress-led Opposition levelled grave corruption allegations against the way the Kerala government bought PPE kits during the Covid pandemic and over the sanction given to a controversial liquor company, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday denied all charges.
Cabinet apprised of achievements under National Health Mission between FY 2021-24
New Delhi, Jan 22: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was apprised of the progress made under the National Health Mission (NHM) during the years 2021-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24.
Trump in a rush to end them: Former US NSA Bolton on Ukraine, Middle Eastern conflicts
Washington, DC, January 22: Describing the Russia-Ukraine and Middle Eastern conflicts as "Biden Wars," as viewed by US President Trump, former US National Security Advisor John Bolton emphasised Trump's stance on these conflicts, stating that the President "is in kind of a rush to find a way to end them."
Vijayan govt sold PPE kit at exorbitant price during Covid: CAG report
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 21: Comptroller and Audit General (CAG) report which was placed before the Kerala Legislative Assembly on Tuesday revealed that during the Covid time, the Kerala government led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan sold the PPE kit at exorbitant prices.
WHO regrets Trump's decision to withdraw; hopes US will reconsider
New Delhi, Jan 21: The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday expressed regret over the decision of US President Donald Trump to walk out of the global health body, and hoped the administration will reconsider it.
WHO regrets US announcement to withdraw, hopes for reconsideration
Geneva, January 21: The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed regret over the United States' announcement to withdraw from the global health agency and emphasised the importance of WHO in safeguarding the health and security of people worldwide, including Americans.
PM Cares Fund: Rs 346 Cr used for over 4,500 kids orphaned during Covid-19, says report
New Delhi, Jan 21: The PM CARES for Children Scheme, launched in 2021 to support children orphaned during the Covid-19 pandemic, has reportedly spent Rs 346 crore on the welfare of 4,543 children, according to the latest audited statement of the fund for 2022-23.
US President Trump issues executive order to withdraw from WHO
Washington DC, January 21: US President Donald Trump, in a major shocker, cut the Unites States' ties with the global health agency, World Health Organisation (WHO), as he issued an executive order of withdrawing from the organisation on Monday (local time).
Trump announces US withdrawal from World Health Organisation
New York, Jan 21: President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he is withdrawing the US from the World Health Organisation, a significant move cutting ties with the United Nation's public health agency on his first day in office.
India has truly exemplified spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam under PM Modi: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel
Gandhinagar January 17: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has truly exemplified the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family).
Mark Zuckerberg reveals Biden Administration coerced FB into censoring content on COVID vaccine
Washington DC, January 11: Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed on Friday that the Biden administration coerced Facebook into censoring content around COVID-19 vaccines.
Djokovic claims being poisoned by heavy metal, mercury during COVID detention in Australia
Melbourne, January 10: Serbian tennis icon Novak Djokovic made a shocking claim that he felt he was poisoned with "lead and mercury" during his stay in Melbourne before being deported from Australia ahead of that year's Australian Open due to him not taking a COVID-19 vaccination.