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Know How High Uric Acid levels can Lead to Chronic Kidney Disease
Updated : 2 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], March 14: Chronic kidney disease is a growing public health concern worldwide. In India chronic kidney disease affects roughly 15-20 per cent of adults in the country.[i] [ii]While several factors contribute to the development of this condition, one tends to miss out ch
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10th NATHEALTH Annual Arogya Bharat Summit 2024 - Building Blocks and Role
Updated : 2 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], March 14: Apex healthcare industry body, NATHEALTH-Healthcare Federation of India is set to host its 10th Annual Summit 2024, bringing together the best minds in healthcare innovation and collaboration. This annual gathering has consistently proven to be a catalyst for pos
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Foundation for Neglected Disease Research, Bangalore and Blockchain For Im
Updated : 2 years ago IST
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], March 13: Foundation for Neglected Disease Research (FNDR) Bangalore and Blockchain For Impact (BFI) announced an impact driven partnership under the BFI-Biome Virtual Network Program, aimed at advancing healthcare in India. BFI aims to allocate 300,000 USD to
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Study finds consuming excessive salt can cause hypertension, heart disease
Updated : 2 years ago IST
The study, conducted by the George Institute for Global Health India, revealed that consuming excessive salt can increase the risk of hypertension, cardiovascular and chronic kidney diseases.
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India receives 'Measles and Rubella Champion' award for disease prevention
Updated : 2 years ago IST
India has been bestowed with the prestigious 'Measles and Rubella Champion Award' by the Measles and Rubella Partnership at the American Red Cross Headquarters in Washington, DC, US in recognition of the country's tireless efforts to combat these diseases.
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Doctors point out leading factors behind heart-related problems in youth
Updated : 2 years ago IST
Speaking at 'ANI Dialogues 2024-Navigating India's Health Sector', Dr Sandeep Nayar, Prinicipal Director and HOD, Chest and Respiratory Diseases, BLK Hospital on Saturday said that lack of outdoor activities, change in lifestyle among others have contributed a lot.
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Alkem Laboratories Raises Awareness of Rare Lung Diseases on World Rare Di
Updated : 2 years ago IST
New Delhi/ Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 1: As the world prepares to observe World Rare Disease Day on February 29, 2024, the focus is on the critical need to tackle rare lung diseases affecting individuals globally. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by tho
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Gut bacteria may cause blindness due to some inherited eye conditions: Stu
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Sight loss in certain inherited eye illnesses may be caused by gut bacteria and could be treated with antimicrobials, according to a new study in mice conducted by a UCL and Moorfields researcher.
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Air pollution linked to higher hospitalisations for heart, lung diseases
Updated : 2 years ago IST
Short and long-term exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) air pollution is linked to an increased risk of hospitalisation for serious heart and lung problems, according to two major US studies published in The British Medical Journal.
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National Pistachio Day: A Powerhouse Nut for Health and Wellness
Updated : 2 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], February 23: Research suggests that American pistachios have numerous benefits and may help to maintain good health, support an active lifestyle and reduce the risk of nutrition-related diseases. Not only are pistachios a source of many essential vitamins and minerals, mon
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Air pollution linked to higher hospitalisations for heart, lung diseases
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
According to the Global Burden of Disease study, exposure to PM2.5 accounts for an estimated 7.6 per cent of total global mortality and 4.2 per cent of global disability-adjusted life years (a measure of years lived in good health).
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Consuming too much protein is risky for arteries, and this amino acid is t
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine found a biological mechanism by which high-protein diets raise the risk of atherosclerosis. The results were published in Nature Metabolism.
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