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Nutritional Support To 2.8 Million Tuberculosis Patients Could Avert 120,000 Deaths Yearly: Study
Researchers in collaboration with India's National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) found that food support is a cost-effective way to improve health outcomes for people with TB in 94 per cent of the study's simulations.
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287 Million Living With Hepatitis Globally: Why Ignoring Warning Signs Has A Huge Fallout
Nearly 287 million people worldwide live with hepatitis B or C, yet most remain undiagnosed until severe liver damage occurs.
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'White Plague': One Of Humanity's Deadliest Killers Resurging In US
Tuberculosis is preventable and curable with antibiotics, but treatment typically lasts 6-9 months.
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Genital Tuberculosis: Is This A Hidden Cause Of Female Infertility In India?
Genital tuberculosis is a form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis which spreads from lung infections and other body infections to invade the female reproductive system.
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WHO Urges Faster Tuberculosis Elimination, Recommends New Diagnostic Tools
The World Health Organization has called on countries to accelerate tuberculosis elimination efforts, unveiling new diagnostic tools like rapid molecular tests and tongue swabs to improve early detection and close global testing gaps.
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Ayurveda And AI Integration, Large-Scale Screening: Next Phase Of 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Campaign Launched
Union Health Minister JP Nadda has launched the next phase of the 100-day TB Mukt Bharat campaign, targeting high-risk populations with intensified screening, early detection, and improved treatment access to accelerate India's TB elimination goals.
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Persistent Cough Isn't Always A Cold: Early Tuberculosis Signs People Ignore
While TB is preventable and curable, most people die of the condition due to delayed diagnosis, lack of access to quality treatment, and drug resistance. If TB is diagnosed early, it can be cured completely.
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Can Tuberculosis Come Back After Treatment? Doctor Explains Recurrence
Tuberculosis can recur through relapse or new drug-resistant strains, often triggered by incomplete treatment, a weakened immune system, or poor nutrition.
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Latent Tuberculosis: The Silent Infection Millions May Not Know They Have
A person develops latent TB when he or she contracts Mycobacterium tuberculosis yet his or her immune system manages to control the infection.
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Lymph Node, Bone And Brain TB: The Lesser-Known Faces Of Tuberculosis
Among extrapulmonary cases, lymph node tuberculosis is the most frequently reported. It typically presents as painless swelling in the neck or other areas, which may persist for months.
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6-Month Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Treatment More Effective, Cheaper Than Existing Regimens: ICMR Study
The ICMR analysis found that the BPaL regimen is "both more effective and cost-saving" compared to the current standard of care.
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Here's How You Can Reduce Your Risk Of Parkinson's
Certain lifestyle choices and habits may reduce the risk or delay its onset by protecting brain health and reducing oxidative stress. Read on to find out.
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World TB Day 2025: 17.7% Drop In TB Cases In India; Here's How To Reduce Your Risk
World TB Day 2025: In this article, we share a list of tips you can follow to reduce your risk of tuberculosis.
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World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2025: Theme And Its Significance
World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2025: The theme for World TB Day 2025 is "Yes! We Can End TB", reinforcing the idea that ending tuberculosis is possible with collective effort.
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Top 10 Causes Of Deaths In India
This article delves into the ten leading causes of death in India, providing insights into each and highlighting the importance of addressing these health concerns.
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Nutritional Support To 2.8 Million Tuberculosis Patients Could Avert 120,000 Deaths Yearly: Study
Researchers in collaboration with India's National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) found that food support is a cost-effective way to improve health outcomes for people with TB in 94 per cent of the study's simulations.
-
287 Million Living With Hepatitis Globally: Why Ignoring Warning Signs Has A Huge Fallout
Nearly 287 million people worldwide live with hepatitis B or C, yet most remain undiagnosed until severe liver damage occurs.
-
'White Plague': One Of Humanity's Deadliest Killers Resurging In US
Tuberculosis is preventable and curable with antibiotics, but treatment typically lasts 6-9 months.
-
Genital Tuberculosis: Is This A Hidden Cause Of Female Infertility In India?
Genital tuberculosis is a form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis which spreads from lung infections and other body infections to invade the female reproductive system.
-
WHO Urges Faster Tuberculosis Elimination, Recommends New Diagnostic Tools
The World Health Organization has called on countries to accelerate tuberculosis elimination efforts, unveiling new diagnostic tools like rapid molecular tests and tongue swabs to improve early detection and close global testing gaps.
-
Ayurveda And AI Integration, Large-Scale Screening: Next Phase Of 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Campaign Launched
Union Health Minister JP Nadda has launched the next phase of the 100-day TB Mukt Bharat campaign, targeting high-risk populations with intensified screening, early detection, and improved treatment access to accelerate India's TB elimination goals.
-
Persistent Cough Isn't Always A Cold: Early Tuberculosis Signs People Ignore
While TB is preventable and curable, most people die of the condition due to delayed diagnosis, lack of access to quality treatment, and drug resistance. If TB is diagnosed early, it can be cured completely.
-
Can Tuberculosis Come Back After Treatment? Doctor Explains Recurrence
Tuberculosis can recur through relapse or new drug-resistant strains, often triggered by incomplete treatment, a weakened immune system, or poor nutrition.
-
Latent Tuberculosis: The Silent Infection Millions May Not Know They Have
A person develops latent TB when he or she contracts Mycobacterium tuberculosis yet his or her immune system manages to control the infection.
-
Lymph Node, Bone And Brain TB: The Lesser-Known Faces Of Tuberculosis
Among extrapulmonary cases, lymph node tuberculosis is the most frequently reported. It typically presents as painless swelling in the neck or other areas, which may persist for months.
-
6-Month Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis Treatment More Effective, Cheaper Than Existing Regimens: ICMR Study
The ICMR analysis found that the BPaL regimen is "both more effective and cost-saving" compared to the current standard of care.
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Here's How You Can Reduce Your Risk Of Parkinson's
Certain lifestyle choices and habits may reduce the risk or delay its onset by protecting brain health and reducing oxidative stress. Read on to find out.
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World TB Day 2025: 17.7% Drop In TB Cases In India; Here's How To Reduce Your Risk
World TB Day 2025: In this article, we share a list of tips you can follow to reduce your risk of tuberculosis.
-
World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2025: Theme And Its Significance
World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2025: The theme for World TB Day 2025 is "Yes! We Can End TB", reinforcing the idea that ending tuberculosis is possible with collective effort.
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Top 10 Causes Of Deaths In India
This article delves into the ten leading causes of death in India, providing insights into each and highlighting the importance of addressing these health concerns.
