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Korea records COVID-19 surge in wastewater amid summer wave
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The Republic of Korea's disease control agency said Sunday the level of the COVID-19 virus in wastewater has nearly doubled in just a week, following a surge in infections during the summer vacation season.
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Airports on alert in Pakistan following detection of mpox cases in nation
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Amid growing concern of an upsurge in mpox infections, the Border Health Services of Pakistan rolled out a notification to intensify surveillance and precautionary measures at all entry points, including airports, reported ARY News.
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Untreated sinusitis can lead to fungal infections, life-threatening compli
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Untreated sinusitis can lead to fungal infections and life-threatening complications, as demonstrated by a recent case involving Dr RG, a 27-year-old physician.
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Top 5 Benefits of Using Premium Hair Oils for Healthy Hair
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 29: Maintaining healthy and lustrous hair can be challenging in today's fast-paced world. Hair problems such as dryness, dandruff, and hair fall are common issues millions face. According to a recent survey, 70 per cent of people believe the right hair care products c
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WHO calls for accelerated action against hepatitis to address increasing l
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Despite being preventable and treatable, these chronic infections are increasingly causing serious illness and deaths from liver cancer, cirrhosis, and liver failure in the region
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Autoantibodies can be behind lifelong risk of viral infections: Study
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
A new study shows that about two per cent of the population develop autoantibodies against type 1 interferons, mostly later in life. This makes individuals more susceptible to viral diseases like COVID-19. The study, conducted by University of Zurich (UZH) researchers together with a USZ tea
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Monsoon Wellness: How American Pistachios Powers Our Body Defenses
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 17: The monsoon season brings a much-needed respite from the scorching heat, but it can also usher in a wave of infections. This is the time when our immune system needs all the help it can get. Here's where American pistachios come in - they are a powerhouse of nutri
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Union Health Ministry issues advisory to states in view of Zika virus case
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
The health facilities and hospitals have been assigned a nodal officer to monitor and act to keep the premises Aedes mosquito free. States have been instructed to strengthen their entomological surveillance and intensify their vector control activities
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Study finds how macrophages play critical role in immune system
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
Macrophages are essential to the immune system because they combat infections and help heal damaged tissue. It's critical to comprehend how these cells are triggered in various contexts in order to design novel medical interventions. The complexity of these cells and their reactions has made
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Gleneagles BGS Hospital Completes Bilateral Lung Transplant, Shatters Reco
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 25: Gleneagles BGS Hospital, Bengaluru, proudly announces the successful discharge of a patient following a bilateral lung transplant, marking a significant milestone in the hospital's commitment to advanced care and innovation in thoracic surgeries.
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Why is a Hemogram Test Prescribed?
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 21: The hemogram test, commonly known as the complete hemogram or HMG, is a diagnostic test that offers important details about a person's blood health. This test evaluates general health and helps diagnose several diseases, such as anaemia, infections, and leukaemia.
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Battling viral Hepatitis in Rohingya camps amid mounting risk, resource cr
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C chronic infections can lead to serious consequences such as liver cirrhosis and cancer.
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