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Gujarat Government Reviews Statewide Expansion Of Cardiac Care
Gandhinagar, June 3 (IANS) Gujarat's health authorities have reviewed plans to expand specialised cardiac treatment across the state, with the U.N. Mehta Cardiac Institute reporting 8,504 successful heart surgeries and more than 3.94 lakh outpatient consultations during 2025.
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23.9% Indian Urban Men Have High Blood Sugar Levels: Are Men At A Higher Risk Of Diabetes?
The NFHS-6 survey shows a rise in high blood sugar levels, with 21 percent of men and 18 percent of women affected, highlighting India's growing diabetes burden.
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High Blood Sugar, Obesity On The Rise, Says NFHS-6 Data: Here's Why Health Insurance Is Crucial Now
The NFHS-6 survey reveals a rise in obesity and high blood sugar among Indian adults, increasing risks of chronic diseases.
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Indian Air Force's C-17 Globemaster III Delivers Critical Medical Aid For Ebola Treatment To Uganda
India has extended urgent medical assistance to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to support their Ebola response efforts in response to a request received from the African Union Commission.
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WHO And EU Ramp Up Ebola Response: Why The Disease Remains A Concern
WHO and EU intensify efforts to contain Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda, focusing on surveillance, treatment, and preventing cross-border spread.
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Pancreatic Cancer Diet: The Exact Fat Type That Can Reduce Your Risk By 50%
A new study details the exact fat type that can reduce your risk of pancreatic cancer. Here are the types of fats that you need to avoid and the essential types of fats to consume daily.
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30.7% Of Women In India Are Obese Or Overweight, Reveals NFHS-6; Key Contributing Factors Explained
Monitoring weight, waist circumference, and blood sugar regularly NFHS-6 reveals that 30.7% of Indian women aged 15-49 years are now overweight or obese, marking a significant increase over the past few years.
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Are Your Kidneys Safe? New Meta-Analysis Reveals A Fast-Spreading Silent Crisis
A new meta-analysis highlights that prevalent nature of chronic kidney disease globally. Here is how it is spreading at a rapid pace and it has even links to heart disease.
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India Sends Second Consignment Of Medical Aid to Africa CDC To Strengthen Ebola Response
New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) India on Tuesday dispatched the second tranche of medical assistance to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), comprising protective gear, diagnostic and monitoring equipment, medicines, and nutritional supplements aimed at strengthening the continent’s response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak.
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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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Blood Test Can Help Detect Alzheimer's Signs Decades Before Symptoms, Finds Lancet Study
The findings demonstrate the potential of detecting early-stage AD among middle-aged adults using blood tests.
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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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Should You Avoid Eggs In Summer? No, But Follow These Precautions
Many traditional beliefs suggest eggs increase core body temperature. While protein-dense foods like eggs have a slightly higher thermic effect, this will not raise your core temperature or cause heatstrokes.
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Ebola Aid: Africa CDC Thanks India For Critical Support
Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) extended gratitude to India for emergency pharmaceutical supplies in the midst of Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo
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39-Year-Old Karnataka Cricketer Dies Of Heart Attack: Are Young, Fit And Active Athletes Also At Risk?
Heart attacks are often linked with older age, obesity, smoking and an inactive lifestyle. However, young athletes are not completely free from risk.
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Gujarat Government Reviews Statewide Expansion Of Cardiac Care
Gandhinagar, June 3 (IANS) Gujarat's health authorities have reviewed plans to expand specialised cardiac treatment across the state, with the U.N. Mehta Cardiac Institute reporting 8,504 successful heart surgeries and more than 3.94 lakh outpatient consultations during 2025.
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23.9% Indian Urban Men Have High Blood Sugar Levels: Are Men At A Higher Risk Of Diabetes?
The NFHS-6 survey shows a rise in high blood sugar levels, with 21 percent of men and 18 percent of women affected, highlighting India's growing diabetes burden.
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High Blood Sugar, Obesity On The Rise, Says NFHS-6 Data: Here's Why Health Insurance Is Crucial Now
The NFHS-6 survey reveals a rise in obesity and high blood sugar among Indian adults, increasing risks of chronic diseases.
-
Indian Air Force's C-17 Globemaster III Delivers Critical Medical Aid For Ebola Treatment To Uganda
India has extended urgent medical assistance to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) to support their Ebola response efforts in response to a request received from the African Union Commission.
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WHO And EU Ramp Up Ebola Response: Why The Disease Remains A Concern
WHO and EU intensify efforts to contain Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda, focusing on surveillance, treatment, and preventing cross-border spread.
-
Pancreatic Cancer Diet: The Exact Fat Type That Can Reduce Your Risk By 50%
A new study details the exact fat type that can reduce your risk of pancreatic cancer. Here are the types of fats that you need to avoid and the essential types of fats to consume daily.
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30.7% Of Women In India Are Obese Or Overweight, Reveals NFHS-6; Key Contributing Factors Explained
Monitoring weight, waist circumference, and blood sugar regularly NFHS-6 reveals that 30.7% of Indian women aged 15-49 years are now overweight or obese, marking a significant increase over the past few years.
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Are Your Kidneys Safe? New Meta-Analysis Reveals A Fast-Spreading Silent Crisis
A new meta-analysis highlights that prevalent nature of chronic kidney disease globally. Here is how it is spreading at a rapid pace and it has even links to heart disease.
-
India Sends Second Consignment Of Medical Aid to Africa CDC To Strengthen Ebola Response
New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) India on Tuesday dispatched the second tranche of medical assistance to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), comprising protective gear, diagnostic and monitoring equipment, medicines, and nutritional supplements aimed at strengthening the continent’s response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak.
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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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Blood Test Can Help Detect Alzheimer's Signs Decades Before Symptoms, Finds Lancet Study
The findings demonstrate the potential of detecting early-stage AD among middle-aged adults using blood tests.
-
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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Should You Avoid Eggs In Summer? No, But Follow These Precautions
Many traditional beliefs suggest eggs increase core body temperature. While protein-dense foods like eggs have a slightly higher thermic effect, this will not raise your core temperature or cause heatstrokes.
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Ebola Aid: Africa CDC Thanks India For Critical Support
Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) extended gratitude to India for emergency pharmaceutical supplies in the midst of Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo
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39-Year-Old Karnataka Cricketer Dies Of Heart Attack: Are Young, Fit And Active Athletes Also At Risk?
Heart attacks are often linked with older age, obesity, smoking and an inactive lifestyle. However, young athletes are not completely free from risk.
