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"India Will Strengthen Global Health Efforts": PM Modi To WHO Chief 'Tulsi Bhai'
India will work towards efforts to boost global health, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday while pledging his support to World Health Organisation chief Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who he addressed as Tulsi Bhai'.
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Study Says Eating An Egg A Day May Improve Women's Brain And Memory Function
While eggs contain high levels of dietary cholesterol, they also provide nutrients beneficial for cognitive function, said the team from University of California San Diego.
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Study Reveals How Salmonella Tricks Gut Defenses, Causes Food Poisoning
US researchers have found that Salmonella manipulates gut conditions to survive by disrupting nutrient absorption, aiding its growth and persistence in the digestive system.
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Eknath Khadse Announces Retirement From Electoral Politics, Seeks Votes For Daughter
A veteran NCP-SP leader Eknath Khadse, who quit BJP in 2020 blaming the leadership for his neglect, on Monday announced his retirement from electoral politics citing health issues.
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Developing Countries More Vulnerable To Antimicrobial Resistance: WHO
Developing countries are more vulnerable to antimicrobial resistance -- a global health concern affecting the effectiveness of life-saving medicines and management of infectious diseases worldwide, said WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia.
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For Kolkata's Iconic Howrah Bridge, First 'Health' Break In Over 3 Decades
The 81-year-old iconic Howrah Bridge (Rabindra Setu) -- that connects the cities of Kolkata and Howrah -- will remain closed to traffic for five hours on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday for a comprehensive health check-up.
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Robert F Kennedy Jr, Anti-Vaccine Activist Who Is Now US Health Secretary
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Robert F Kennedy Jr, an environmental advocate and vaccine sceptic, to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
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After Doctor's Assault, Tamil Nadu To Introduce Patient Attendant Tag System
Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian announced that a tag system for patient attendants will be introduced in a phased manner across all government medical colleges, district headquarters hospitals, and taluk hospitals.
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Study Suggests Genetic Mutation May Help Control Sugar Cravings
The study showed that people without the SI gene may have a hard time digesting sugary foods, making them dislike it.
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Over 5 Lakh Elderly Enroll For Ayushman Cards; Highest From Madhya Pradesh
More than five lakh senior citizens who are 70 and above have been enrolled for Ayushman cards since the expansion of the health assurance scheme AB-PMJAY, according to reports.
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Why A Low-Salt Diet Could Be Risky For Some People, According To A Doctor
Taking to X, Dr. Sudhir Kumar from Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, in a post on X, said: "There is a common belief that salt is unhealthy".
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How 'Severe' Air Pollution In Delhi Is Leading To Digestive Disorders
Amid continuing poor air quality in the national capital, doctors on Wednesday reported a rise in digestive issues like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).
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Onions Served At McDonald's Are Likely Source Of E. Coli: US Health Agency
Fresh, slivered onions served on Quarter Pounders and other menu items from McDonald's are the likely source of E. coli outbreak in the United States, said the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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Telegram Says It Can't Police All Chatbots in Star Health India Data Leak
Telegram has informed the Madras High Court that it is not feasible to monitor all accounts for leaked customer data from Star Health, after the insurer suffered a data breach. The messaging platform stated that it would only block content identified as problematic when reported, and has agreed to delete the data if it received help from Star Healt...
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Samsung Health App Gets New Medication Tracking Feature on Galaxy Devices, Powered by Tata’s 1mg
Samsung has announced a new feature to help users with Galaxy wearables and smartphones help track their medications. The app, which has been designed by Samsung and is powered by Tata’s 1mg service, will not only let consumers track their medication, but also learn about the medication they consume as well.
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"India Will Strengthen Global Health Efforts": PM Modi To WHO Chief 'Tulsi Bhai'
India will work towards efforts to boost global health, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday while pledging his support to World Health Organisation chief Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who he addressed as Tulsi Bhai'.
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Study Says Eating An Egg A Day May Improve Women's Brain And Memory Function
While eggs contain high levels of dietary cholesterol, they also provide nutrients beneficial for cognitive function, said the team from University of California San Diego.
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Study Reveals How Salmonella Tricks Gut Defenses, Causes Food Poisoning
US researchers have found that Salmonella manipulates gut conditions to survive by disrupting nutrient absorption, aiding its growth and persistence in the digestive system.
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Eknath Khadse Announces Retirement From Electoral Politics, Seeks Votes For Daughter
A veteran NCP-SP leader Eknath Khadse, who quit BJP in 2020 blaming the leadership for his neglect, on Monday announced his retirement from electoral politics citing health issues.
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Developing Countries More Vulnerable To Antimicrobial Resistance: WHO
Developing countries are more vulnerable to antimicrobial resistance -- a global health concern affecting the effectiveness of life-saving medicines and management of infectious diseases worldwide, said WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia.
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For Kolkata's Iconic Howrah Bridge, First 'Health' Break In Over 3 Decades
The 81-year-old iconic Howrah Bridge (Rabindra Setu) -- that connects the cities of Kolkata and Howrah -- will remain closed to traffic for five hours on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday for a comprehensive health check-up.
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Robert F Kennedy Jr, Anti-Vaccine Activist Who Is Now US Health Secretary
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Robert F Kennedy Jr, an environmental advocate and vaccine sceptic, to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
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After Doctor's Assault, Tamil Nadu To Introduce Patient Attendant Tag System
Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian announced that a tag system for patient attendants will be introduced in a phased manner across all government medical colleges, district headquarters hospitals, and taluk hospitals.
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Study Suggests Genetic Mutation May Help Control Sugar Cravings
The study showed that people without the SI gene may have a hard time digesting sugary foods, making them dislike it.
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Over 5 Lakh Elderly Enroll For Ayushman Cards; Highest From Madhya Pradesh
More than five lakh senior citizens who are 70 and above have been enrolled for Ayushman cards since the expansion of the health assurance scheme AB-PMJAY, according to reports.
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Why A Low-Salt Diet Could Be Risky For Some People, According To A Doctor
Taking to X, Dr. Sudhir Kumar from Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, in a post on X, said: "There is a common belief that salt is unhealthy".
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How 'Severe' Air Pollution In Delhi Is Leading To Digestive Disorders
Amid continuing poor air quality in the national capital, doctors on Wednesday reported a rise in digestive issues like Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).
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Onions Served At McDonald's Are Likely Source Of E. Coli: US Health Agency
Fresh, slivered onions served on Quarter Pounders and other menu items from McDonald's are the likely source of E. coli outbreak in the United States, said the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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Telegram Says It Can't Police All Chatbots in Star Health India Data Leak
Telegram has informed the Madras High Court that it is not feasible to monitor all accounts for leaked customer data from Star Health, after the insurer suffered a data breach. The messaging platform stated that it would only block content identified as problematic when reported, and has agreed to delete the data if it received help from Star Healt...
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Samsung Health App Gets New Medication Tracking Feature on Galaxy Devices, Powered by Tata’s 1mg
Samsung has announced a new feature to help users with Galaxy wearables and smartphones help track their medications. The app, which has been designed by Samsung and is powered by Tata’s 1mg service, will not only let consumers track their medication, but also learn about the medication they consume as well.
