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Researchers Develop AI Model That Predicts Disease Risk From Sleep Data
The AI system, described in a paper in the journal Nature Medicine, was initially tested on standard tasks involving sleep analysis, such as tracking different stages of sleep or diagnosing severity of sleep apnoea.
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US To Adopt Revised Childhood Immunization Schedule With Reduced Vaccines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention adopted a revised US childhood immunization schedule that reduces the number of vaccines recommended for all children.
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Weak Internal Body Clock Linked To Higher Dementia Risk, Says New Study
"Disruptions in circadian rhythms may alter body processes like inflammation, and may interfere with sleep, possibly increasing amyloid plaques linked to dementia, or reducing amyloid clearance from the brain," says new study.
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Human Rabies To Be Declared Notifiable Disease In Delhi: What This Means
Delhi is set to declare human rabies a notifiable disease under the Epidemic Diseases Act to boost surveillance, reporting and timely treatment, aiming for zero human deaths from dog-mediated rabies.
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Indore Contaminated Water Crisis Explained: What Went Wrong And How To Stay Safe
Indore faces a severe health emergency as contaminated drinking water allegedly caused by sewage leakage triggered a diarrhoea and vomiting outbreak. Multiple lives lost and hundreds of illnesses have prompted urgent preventive and medical guidance.
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Bird Flu Alert: Tamil Nadu To Step Up Surveillance Along Kerala Border
With a rise in avian influenza cases reported in parts of Kerala, including Alappuzha and Kottayam, authorities in Tamil Nadu have intensified surveillance along the border districts to prevent the disease from spreading into th
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6-Year-Old Dies After Dog Bite Despite Vaccination: 7 Possible Causes
Rabies is a serious and often fatal disease if not treated promptly. Awareness of the initial symptoms and appropriate post-exposure vaccination is essential to prevent severe outcomes.
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Better Disease Surveillance, Lab Testing Key To Fighting Flu Rise: Centre At Chintan Shivir With WHO
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to integrate surveillance and strengthen labs to combat influenza, said the Health Ministry on Tuesday.
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Advanced White Blood Cell Testing To Identify HIV Disease Strongly Recommended By WHO
CD4 tests is strongly recommended as the preferred method to identify advanced HIV disease among people living with HIV, said the WHO.
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Preventive Health Will Matter Most In 2026: What Doctors Learned From 2025 And How To Move Forward
Doctors are now saying that unless India builds a culture of proactive health, avoidable diseases will continue to take lives, drain families financially, and overburden the healthcare system.
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2026 Needs A National Obesity Strategy: Doctor Explains Why Weight Is Now A Public Health Emergency
The rising obesity trend is seriously worrying and requires urgent, dedicated and consistent intervention on both micro and macro scales.
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Ozempic Too Costly? 7 Cheaper And Clinically Approved Alternatives Available In India
Ozempic has hit the Indian market and will be available at Rs 2,200 per week. But did you know that there are alternatives which can also aid in weight loss?
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No Autism Risk From Vaccines: WHO Debunks US CDCs Autism Claims
Reaffirming that there is no link between vaccines and autism, the World Health Organization (WHO) has refuted the recent claims made by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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India's Medical Plan Costs Expected To Outpace Global Average In 2026: Report
The employee medical plan costs in India are expected to rise by 11.5 per cent in 2026, down from 13 per cent projected for 2025, according to a report on Thursday.
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Why Heart Attacks Spike In Winter: Doctor Explains Risks And Prevention Tips
While heart attacks happen throughout the year, its prevalence increases during winters. There are several factors that contribute to this spike. Read on to know about some of the factors that increase the risk of heart attack during winters.
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Researchers Develop AI Model That Predicts Disease Risk From Sleep Data
The AI system, described in a paper in the journal Nature Medicine, was initially tested on standard tasks involving sleep analysis, such as tracking different stages of sleep or diagnosing severity of sleep apnoea.
-
US To Adopt Revised Childhood Immunization Schedule With Reduced Vaccines
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention adopted a revised US childhood immunization schedule that reduces the number of vaccines recommended for all children.
-
Weak Internal Body Clock Linked To Higher Dementia Risk, Says New Study
"Disruptions in circadian rhythms may alter body processes like inflammation, and may interfere with sleep, possibly increasing amyloid plaques linked to dementia, or reducing amyloid clearance from the brain," says new study.
-
Human Rabies To Be Declared Notifiable Disease In Delhi: What This Means
Delhi is set to declare human rabies a notifiable disease under the Epidemic Diseases Act to boost surveillance, reporting and timely treatment, aiming for zero human deaths from dog-mediated rabies.
-
Indore Contaminated Water Crisis Explained: What Went Wrong And How To Stay Safe
Indore faces a severe health emergency as contaminated drinking water allegedly caused by sewage leakage triggered a diarrhoea and vomiting outbreak. Multiple lives lost and hundreds of illnesses have prompted urgent preventive and medical guidance.
-
Bird Flu Alert: Tamil Nadu To Step Up Surveillance Along Kerala Border
With a rise in avian influenza cases reported in parts of Kerala, including Alappuzha and Kottayam, authorities in Tamil Nadu have intensified surveillance along the border districts to prevent the disease from spreading into th
-
6-Year-Old Dies After Dog Bite Despite Vaccination: 7 Possible Causes
Rabies is a serious and often fatal disease if not treated promptly. Awareness of the initial symptoms and appropriate post-exposure vaccination is essential to prevent severe outcomes.
-
Better Disease Surveillance, Lab Testing Key To Fighting Flu Rise: Centre At Chintan Shivir With WHO
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to integrate surveillance and strengthen labs to combat influenza, said the Health Ministry on Tuesday.
-
Advanced White Blood Cell Testing To Identify HIV Disease Strongly Recommended By WHO
CD4 tests is strongly recommended as the preferred method to identify advanced HIV disease among people living with HIV, said the WHO.
-
Preventive Health Will Matter Most In 2026: What Doctors Learned From 2025 And How To Move Forward
Doctors are now saying that unless India builds a culture of proactive health, avoidable diseases will continue to take lives, drain families financially, and overburden the healthcare system.
-
2026 Needs A National Obesity Strategy: Doctor Explains Why Weight Is Now A Public Health Emergency
The rising obesity trend is seriously worrying and requires urgent, dedicated and consistent intervention on both micro and macro scales.
-
Ozempic Too Costly? 7 Cheaper And Clinically Approved Alternatives Available In India
Ozempic has hit the Indian market and will be available at Rs 2,200 per week. But did you know that there are alternatives which can also aid in weight loss?
-
No Autism Risk From Vaccines: WHO Debunks US CDCs Autism Claims
Reaffirming that there is no link between vaccines and autism, the World Health Organization (WHO) has refuted the recent claims made by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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India's Medical Plan Costs Expected To Outpace Global Average In 2026: Report
The employee medical plan costs in India are expected to rise by 11.5 per cent in 2026, down from 13 per cent projected for 2025, according to a report on Thursday.
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Why Heart Attacks Spike In Winter: Doctor Explains Risks And Prevention Tips
While heart attacks happen throughout the year, its prevalence increases during winters. There are several factors that contribute to this spike. Read on to know about some of the factors that increase the risk of heart attack during winters.
