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International Day Of Yoga 2026 Focuses On Healthy Ageing Through Yoga Amid Rising Longevity
Yoga is increasingly being viewed not only as a public health intervention but also as a catalyst for innovation and economic growth in the senior wellness sector.
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NFHS-6 Flags Sharp Rise In Obesity And High Blood Sugar Among Indian Adults
The survey found that 30.7 per cent of women aged 15-49 years were overweight or obese in 2023-24, up from 24 per cent in NFHS-5, which was conducted in 2019-21.
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Thailand Declares Hantavirus A 'Dangerous Communicable Disease', Activates Elevated Action Plan
Bangkok, May 15 (IANS) Thailand's National Communicable Disease Committee on Friday approved the designation of hantavirus as a "dangerous communicable disease."
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Madhya Pradesh Partners With Hyderabad Firm For Cervical Cancer Screening Drive
Bhopal/Rewa, May 15 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hyderabad-based private firm to strengthen cervical cancer screening and management in the state under the National Program for Prevention an
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How Public Health Officials Are Tracing People Who Came In Contact With Hantavirus Victims
Hantaviruses do not spread easily between people, which makes health officials confident the recent outbreak on a cruise ship that has killed three people will not turn into an epidemic.
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Combating Non-Communicable Diseases Top Priority, Says Health Minister Nadda
New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda said on Tuesday that the government has adopted a multi-pronged strategy to combat Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) as these account for 60 per cent of the total
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India Pushes Lifestyle Changes And Mental Health At Brazil, Russia, India, China And South Africa Meet
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Union Health and Family Welfare held the first Health Working Group (HWG) meeting under the BRICS framework for 2026 here on Wednesday, bringing together senior health officials and delegates from nine member nations to
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Beyond Asanas: Ayush Ministry's New Yoga Protocols Offer Data-Backed Solutions For Chronic Diseases
The initiative has been developed by the World Health Organisation Collaborating Centre for Traditional Medicine (Yoga) (WHOCCIND 118), at the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga under the Ministry of Ayush.
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Chennai Doctors Launch First-Ever Universal Health Code For The Human Body
The book simplifies human physiology in an easy and illustrated way to empower people with knowledge which will help them make better choices about food, lifestyle and preventive health.
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Measles Cases In Mongolia Exceed 14,000, School-Aged Children Affected More
The total number of measles cases in Mongolia has increased to 14,123, the country's National Centre for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) said on Monday.
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Obesity Increases The Risk Of Several Non-Communicable Diseases; Know Prevention Tips
Obesity is the mother of many non-communicable diseases, and that is why it has to be taken seriously," Dr. Naval Kishore Vikram, Professor of Medicine at AIIMS.
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COVID-19: Management Of Non Communicable Diseases During A Pandemic
Even though the focus currently is on COVID-19 releated issues, it is important to follow a healthy lifestyle, avoid too much junk food and exercise regularly in order to prevent catching non communicable diseases.
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World Immunisation Week 2020 Promotes #VaccinesWork For All; Know Theme, Significance And Objective
World Immunisation Week 2020: This week highlights the use of vaccines and their importance to fight against diseases at different ages. Know theme, significance and objective of World Immunisation Week 2020.
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Coronavirus: CBSE Asks Schools To Create Awareness Among Students About Preventive Interventions
CBSE said these measures will help in preventing or reducing transmission of not only Novel Coronavirus disease, but also large number of other communicable diseases, notably flu like illness.
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Measles Outbreak In Mumbai: Frequently Asked Questions About This Highly Communicable Disease
Measles Outbreak In Mumbai: Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about measles, which can cause serious complications among all age groups, especially young children.
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International Day Of Yoga 2026 Focuses On Healthy Ageing Through Yoga Amid Rising Longevity
Yoga is increasingly being viewed not only as a public health intervention but also as a catalyst for innovation and economic growth in the senior wellness sector.
-
NFHS-6 Flags Sharp Rise In Obesity And High Blood Sugar Among Indian Adults
The survey found that 30.7 per cent of women aged 15-49 years were overweight or obese in 2023-24, up from 24 per cent in NFHS-5, which was conducted in 2019-21.
-
Thailand Declares Hantavirus A 'Dangerous Communicable Disease', Activates Elevated Action Plan
Bangkok, May 15 (IANS) Thailand's National Communicable Disease Committee on Friday approved the designation of hantavirus as a "dangerous communicable disease."
-
Madhya Pradesh Partners With Hyderabad Firm For Cervical Cancer Screening Drive
Bhopal/Rewa, May 15 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hyderabad-based private firm to strengthen cervical cancer screening and management in the state under the National Program for Prevention an
-
How Public Health Officials Are Tracing People Who Came In Contact With Hantavirus Victims
Hantaviruses do not spread easily between people, which makes health officials confident the recent outbreak on a cruise ship that has killed three people will not turn into an epidemic.
-
Combating Non-Communicable Diseases Top Priority, Says Health Minister Nadda
New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda said on Tuesday that the government has adopted a multi-pronged strategy to combat Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) as these account for 60 per cent of the total
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India Pushes Lifestyle Changes And Mental Health At Brazil, Russia, India, China And South Africa Meet
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Union Health and Family Welfare held the first Health Working Group (HWG) meeting under the BRICS framework for 2026 here on Wednesday, bringing together senior health officials and delegates from nine member nations to
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Beyond Asanas: Ayush Ministry's New Yoga Protocols Offer Data-Backed Solutions For Chronic Diseases
The initiative has been developed by the World Health Organisation Collaborating Centre for Traditional Medicine (Yoga) (WHOCCIND 118), at the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga under the Ministry of Ayush.
-
Chennai Doctors Launch First-Ever Universal Health Code For The Human Body
The book simplifies human physiology in an easy and illustrated way to empower people with knowledge which will help them make better choices about food, lifestyle and preventive health.
-
Measles Cases In Mongolia Exceed 14,000, School-Aged Children Affected More
The total number of measles cases in Mongolia has increased to 14,123, the country's National Centre for Communicable Diseases (NCCD) said on Monday.
-
Obesity Increases The Risk Of Several Non-Communicable Diseases; Know Prevention Tips
Obesity is the mother of many non-communicable diseases, and that is why it has to be taken seriously," Dr. Naval Kishore Vikram, Professor of Medicine at AIIMS.
-
COVID-19: Management Of Non Communicable Diseases During A Pandemic
Even though the focus currently is on COVID-19 releated issues, it is important to follow a healthy lifestyle, avoid too much junk food and exercise regularly in order to prevent catching non communicable diseases.
-
World Immunisation Week 2020 Promotes #VaccinesWork For All; Know Theme, Significance And Objective
World Immunisation Week 2020: This week highlights the use of vaccines and their importance to fight against diseases at different ages. Know theme, significance and objective of World Immunisation Week 2020.
-
Coronavirus: CBSE Asks Schools To Create Awareness Among Students About Preventive Interventions
CBSE said these measures will help in preventing or reducing transmission of not only Novel Coronavirus disease, but also large number of other communicable diseases, notably flu like illness.
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Measles Outbreak In Mumbai: Frequently Asked Questions About This Highly Communicable Disease
Measles Outbreak In Mumbai: Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about measles, which can cause serious complications among all age groups, especially young children.
