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Govt allocated Rs 919 lakh in 2023-24 to tackle AMR: Minister
New Delhi, March 28: The Union government on Friday announced that it has allocated Rs 919 lakh to increase surveillance and awareness of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in 2023-24.
ICMR calls for investing in adolescent nutrition to tackle obesity woes
New Delhi, March 28: Investing in adolescent nutrition is a national imperative, and key to tackling the country’s rising obesity issues, said Rajiv Bahl Secretary, Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research on Friday.
ICMR's i-DRONE initiative showcases aerial medical logistics for timely, efficient cornea transplants in pilot study
New Delhi, March 25: Aligning with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to make India self-reliant and technologically empowered, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has launched a pioneering study on the aerial transport of human corneas and amniotic membrane grafts, according to the ICMR press statement.
Aerial transport of human corneas via drones may revolutionise eye care: ICMR
New Delhi, March 25: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has in a pilot study demonstrated the potential of aerial transport of human corneas via drones to revolutionise eye care in the country, especially in rural areas, said the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Tuesday.
Centre approves 165 bio-safety labs, 42 virus research and diagnostic labs
New Delhi, March 21: In a bid to boost research, diagnostics, and preparedness for disease outbreaks, the Central government has approved 165 bio-safety laboratories in the country, said Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav in the Parliament on Friday.
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.
ICMR launches Medical Innovations Patent Mitra to support biomedical innovations
New Delhi, March 8: In a significant move towards enhancing India's healthcare innovation ecosystem, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has launched the Medical Innovations Patent Mitra initiative during the International Symposium on Health Technology Assessment (ISHTA).
Elderly, middle-aged at high risk of developing and dying from cancer: ICMR study
New Delhi, Feb 24: Older adults and middle-aged adults are more at risk of developing cancer, and dying from the deadly disease in India, according to a study led by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
Quantum computing, AI to revolutionise drug discovery in India: Ex-ICMR chief
New Delhi, Feb 20: Quantum computing and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revolutionise drug discovery in India, and enable the country to become a global hub for pharmaceutical advancements, said Dr. Balram Bhargava, Former Director General, ICMR.
ICMR seeks private partners for joint development of typhoid, paratyphoid vaccine
New Delhi, Feb 15: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has invited proposals from private companies, manufacturers for joint development and commercialisation of vaccine against typhoid and paratyphoid.
Air pollution, vitamin B12 deficiency major culprits behind rising anaemia in India: Experts
New Delhi, Feb 13: While anaemia is long known to be caused by iron deficiency, experts on Thursday noted that air pollution and vitamin B12 deficiency have emerged as major culprits behind its increasing prevalence in the country.
Guillain-Barre Syndrome cases rise to 130; 20 patients on ventilator support: Public Health Department
New Delhi, January 30: The total number of suspected cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) has risen to 130, with 73 confirmed cases, according to an official statement from the Public Health Department.
Guillain-Barre Syndrome cases in Pune under investigation: DG ICMR
New Delhi, January 29: As Maharashtra registers over 100 cases of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), the Director General Indian Council of Medical Research Dr Rajiv Bahl said that the cases are under investigation as a team of experts have collected various samples.
Zoonotic infections threat to human health: WHO ex chief scientist
Kochi, Jan 24: Highlighting major challenges to human health amid a series of issues, including climate change and anti-microbial resistance, Soumya Swaminathan, former Chief Scientist of the World Health Organisation (WHO), on Friday said that most of the emerging viral threats are zoonotic infections transmitted from animals to humans.
Door to door surveillance continues in Rajouri after 'unidentified' disease claims 16 lives since December; Officials say no cause for panic
Rajouri, January 18: State Health Department teams are continuing door-to-door surveillance in Badhal village of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir. This after an 'unidentified' disease has claimed 16 reported fatalities and 38 affected individuals since early December 2024.
Door to door surveillance continues in Rajouri after 'unidentied' disease claims 16 lives since December; Officials say no cause for panic
Rajouri, January 18: State Health Department teams are continuing door-to-door surveillance in Badhal village of Rajouri district in Jammu and Kashmir. This after an 'unidentified' disease has claimed 16 reported fatalities and 38 affected individuals since early December 2024.
J-K: Mysterious disease claims 16 Lives in Rajouri; authorities on high alert
Rajouri, January 18: A mysterious disease has caused widespread panic in Badhal village, with 16 reported fatalities and 38 affected individuals since early December 2024.
ICMR study reveals 15 lakh annual surgical site infections in India
By Shalini Bhardwaj, New Delhi, January 12: A recent report by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has revealed that approximately 15 lakh patients in India suffer from Surgical Site Infections (SSIs) annually.
Tamil Nadu detects two cases of Human Metapneumovirus
Chennai, January 7: Tamil Nadu has reported two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), one each in Chennai and Salem, said the Additional Chief Secretary of the state's Department of Health and Family Welfare on Monday.
Fadnavis appeals to Maha people not to panic about HMPV
Mumbai, Jan 7: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis appealed to the people of Maharashtra on Monday not to panic and not to believe in fake information about human metapneumovirus (HMPV).
Nothing to panic about HMPV, don't jump at detection of every pathogen: Soumya Swaminathan
New Delhi, Jan 6: There is nothing to worry about the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), said the World Health Organisation's former Chief Scientist, Dr Soumya Swaminathan on Monday, even as two more cases have been detected in the country, taking the tally to 5.
No reason to worry, closely monitoring situation: Union Health Minister Nadda after three cases of HMPV in India
New Delhi, January 6: After three cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) were reported in India, Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday assured the people that there is no need to worry as the health systems and surveillance networks of the country are vigilant and ready to respond promptly to any emerging health challenges.
ICMR detects 2 cases of HMPV in Karnataka with no travel history: Centre
New Delhi, Jan 6: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has detected two cases of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Karnataka with no travel history, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said on Monday.