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Addressing Undernutrition Could Prevent 2.3 Million Tuberculosis Cases Worldwide: Lancet Study
Addressing undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million tuberculosis cases worldwide, representing 23.7 per cent of infections among adults in 2023, according to a modelling study published in The Lancet Global Health journal.
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How Vaccinations Play A Crucial Role In Malaria Prevention
Vaccinations play a crucial role in malaria prevention. Dr Neha Rastogi explains how vaccinations play a role in preventing the high disease burden of malaria.
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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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This Diet Might Cut Cholera Risk By 100x: Here's How Simple Change Can Save Lives
Cholera remains a major global health threat, particularly in areas with poor sanitation and limited access to clean drinking water.
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Cancer Is The 10th Leading Cause Of Child Deaths In India, Says Study
Cancer ranks as the 10th leading cause of death among children in India, with around 17,000 deaths in 2023.
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India Set To Get Dengue Vaccine Qdenga Soon: Doctors Explain What To Expect
India is set to get a dengue vaccine named Qdenga to tackle the disease burden that it poses. Dr Rashmi Khadapkar and Dr Neha Rastogi explain what people can expect from this announcement.
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56% Of People Consume Ultra-Processed Foods: How Your 'Quick Commerce' Diet Is Driving India's Disease Burden
India's disease burden is reaching uncontrollable levels and leading to chronic diseases. Here is what you need to know about your consumption habits of ultra-processed foods and why your quick commerce diet may be behind your long-term health declin
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'Micro-organisms Can Create Macro Consequences': NITI Aayog Warns Of India's Rising Gut Health Crisis
NITI Aayog warns that India's gut crisis now drives 56.4% of the national disease burden. You need to know why the Indian data pool and traditional fermentation are the only ways to turn these micro-organisms into macro solutions for a healthier futu
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Fever Is Just A Symptom: Indian Study Shows 1 In 3 Fever Patients Have Serious Underlying Infections
The study found that nearly one in three individuals who opted for comprehensive fever testing were diagnosed with a serious infection, including dengue, typhoid, malaria, chikungunya, or leptospirosis.
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Invisible But Impactful: How Autoimmune Disorders Are Fuelling India's Rising Miscarriage Burden
Autoimmune diseases, which were previously considered rare medical conditions, have now come to the fore to become a major factor in the rising trend of miscarriages in India.
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Telangana's Mega Health Drive Flags 26.9 Lakh With High Blood Pressure, 14 Lakh With Diabetes
Hypertension and diabetes are popularly known as "silent killers" because they may not show obvious symptoms until serious complications develop.
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Antibiotic Resistance Is Responsible For 87% Of India's Typhoid Economic Burden: Lancet Study
Antibiotic-resistant typhoid infections accounted for at least 87 per cent of India's disease-related economic burden in 2023, according to a study in The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia.
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World Birth Defects Day: Why India Bears A High Burden Of Congenital Anomalies
On World Birth Defects Day, India's congenital anomalies burden is spotlighted with roughly 472,000 affected births annually, contributing to high neonatal mortality and disability.
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Free Medicine Programme For Haemophilia Patients Rolled Out In Karnataka
Karnataka government launched 'Kusuma Sanjeevini' programme under which patients suffering from haemophilia will be provided treatment at no cost.
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Even Small Plaque Build-Up Raises Heart Attack Risk For Women: Study
Risk of a major adverse cardiovascular event emerged at 20 per cent total plaque burden among women and 28 per cent for men.
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Addressing Undernutrition Could Prevent 2.3 Million Tuberculosis Cases Worldwide: Lancet Study
Addressing undernutrition could prevent up to 2.3 million tuberculosis cases worldwide, representing 23.7 per cent of infections among adults in 2023, according to a modelling study published in The Lancet Global Health journal.
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How Vaccinations Play A Crucial Role In Malaria Prevention
Vaccinations play a crucial role in malaria prevention. Dr Neha Rastogi explains how vaccinations play a role in preventing the high disease burden of malaria.
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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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This Diet Might Cut Cholera Risk By 100x: Here's How Simple Change Can Save Lives
Cholera remains a major global health threat, particularly in areas with poor sanitation and limited access to clean drinking water.
-
Cancer Is The 10th Leading Cause Of Child Deaths In India, Says Study
Cancer ranks as the 10th leading cause of death among children in India, with around 17,000 deaths in 2023.
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India Set To Get Dengue Vaccine Qdenga Soon: Doctors Explain What To Expect
India is set to get a dengue vaccine named Qdenga to tackle the disease burden that it poses. Dr Rashmi Khadapkar and Dr Neha Rastogi explain what people can expect from this announcement.
-
56% Of People Consume Ultra-Processed Foods: How Your 'Quick Commerce' Diet Is Driving India's Disease Burden
India's disease burden is reaching uncontrollable levels and leading to chronic diseases. Here is what you need to know about your consumption habits of ultra-processed foods and why your quick commerce diet may be behind your long-term health declin
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'Micro-organisms Can Create Macro Consequences': NITI Aayog Warns Of India's Rising Gut Health Crisis
NITI Aayog warns that India's gut crisis now drives 56.4% of the national disease burden. You need to know why the Indian data pool and traditional fermentation are the only ways to turn these micro-organisms into macro solutions for a healthier futu
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Fever Is Just A Symptom: Indian Study Shows 1 In 3 Fever Patients Have Serious Underlying Infections
The study found that nearly one in three individuals who opted for comprehensive fever testing were diagnosed with a serious infection, including dengue, typhoid, malaria, chikungunya, or leptospirosis.
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Invisible But Impactful: How Autoimmune Disorders Are Fuelling India's Rising Miscarriage Burden
Autoimmune diseases, which were previously considered rare medical conditions, have now come to the fore to become a major factor in the rising trend of miscarriages in India.
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Telangana's Mega Health Drive Flags 26.9 Lakh With High Blood Pressure, 14 Lakh With Diabetes
Hypertension and diabetes are popularly known as "silent killers" because they may not show obvious symptoms until serious complications develop.
-
Antibiotic Resistance Is Responsible For 87% Of India's Typhoid Economic Burden: Lancet Study
Antibiotic-resistant typhoid infections accounted for at least 87 per cent of India's disease-related economic burden in 2023, according to a study in The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia.
-
World Birth Defects Day: Why India Bears A High Burden Of Congenital Anomalies
On World Birth Defects Day, India's congenital anomalies burden is spotlighted with roughly 472,000 affected births annually, contributing to high neonatal mortality and disability.
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Free Medicine Programme For Haemophilia Patients Rolled Out In Karnataka
Karnataka government launched 'Kusuma Sanjeevini' programme under which patients suffering from haemophilia will be provided treatment at no cost.
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Even Small Plaque Build-Up Raises Heart Attack Risk For Women: Study
Risk of a major adverse cardiovascular event emerged at 20 per cent total plaque burden among women and 28 per cent for men.
