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Researchers discover new approach against fatty liver
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
The failure of the liver as a crucial organ is becoming more common due to fatty liver disease, often known as steatotic liver disease or SLD for short. Researchers have now found that a saturated fatty acid in blood vessels causes the synthesis of the signalling molecule SEMA3A, which shuts
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Union Minister JP Nadda discusses 100-day action plan for MoHFW
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
The 100-day plan includes the launch of the National Health Claims Exchange (NHCX), a special drive against 'tobacco' use, especially among young and adolescents, a national campaign against NCDs (Non-communicable diseases), and the deployment of Arogya Maitri Disaster Management Cube-BHI
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Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute of Medical Science and Research and UK's Heal
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], June 12: In a monumental stride towards providing accessible healthcare for children, Sri Madhusudan Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research in India and the Healing Little Hearts Foundation in the UK have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to pr
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Centre for Chronic Disease Control has Screened 1.1 Million Indians for Hi
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 11: The Centre for Chronic Disease Control (CCDC) has successfully screened over 1.1 million individuals for high Blood Pressure (BP) as part of the May Measurement Month (MMM) initiative that was launched in 2017. CCDC is the official Indian partner for MMM, the larg
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Researchers discover major cause of inflammatory bowel disease
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Researchers have identified a new biochemical pathway that is a major cause of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and related disorders that can be addressed with existing medications.
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DoH, Takeda Pharmaceuticals ink strategic partnership to advance rare dise
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
The strategic cooperation aims to establish a framework of collaboration to enhance research endeavours in rare diseases and oncology.
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Researchers discover muscle disorder caused by key protein mutations
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
A new study discovered that the SMCHD1 protein controls how genes are digested, which influences the course of Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD). This finding about SMCHD1's role in gene regulation is significant because it opens new avenues for creating tailored therapeutic tech
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India, Denmark hold 4-day event to strengthen cooperation in fields of inf
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
India and Denmark in Monday started a four-day bilateral dialogue between the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India and Statens Serum Institute (SSI), Ministry of the Interior and Health of Denmark, in New Delhi.
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Study reveals type of childhood leukaemia originates during foetal develop
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Acute myeloid leukaemia is the second most prevalent type of acute leukaemia in childhood, and it can be detected within a few months of life. The disease's early beginning raised the possibility that the cancer originated before birth. However, validating this notion has been difficult due
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PM Modi reviews situation of ongoing heatwave in country and preparedness
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday chaired a meeting to review the situation of the ongoing heatwave in the country and the preparedness for the onset of monsoon at his residence in the national capital.
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NCDC data confirms 56 heatstroke deaths in India: Sources
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
According to sources, many states are underreporting deaths due to heatstroke. The data is based on reports submitted by states to the NCDC.
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Switch refined sugar: Jaggery may aid digestion, heart health, and weight
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 1: Amid a global rise in metabolic disorders such as gut health issues, heart diseases, and obesity, organic jaggery is gaining significant recognition for its exceptional health benefits in both Indian and international markets. India's jaggery market is projected to
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