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Philippines Eases Medical Practice Rules: What It Means For Indian Students
Indian students graduating from CHED-accredited colleges can now register and practice medicine in the Philippines after completing their internships.
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Popular Weight Loss Drug Ozempic Could Increase Risk Of Blindness, Study Says
Research reveals a link between Ozempic and Wegovy, popular weight loss and diabetes medications, and an increased risk of blindness.
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Paracetamol May Raise Heart, Kidney Related Complications In Elderly: Study
Paracetamol, a common over-the-counter medication, may increase the risk of gastrointestinal, heart- and kidney-related complications among adults aged 65 and above, a new study has found.
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Medical Student Studies Till 2:30 am, Then Jumps To Death: Rajasthan Cops
A medical student died by suicide after allegedly jumping from the hostel roof of a college in Rajasthan's Udaipur on Tuesday.
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Human Cell Atlas Mapping 37 Trillion Human Cells for Disease Insights
The Human Cell Atlas project has made significant strides in mapping the 37 trillion cells of the human body. Recent studies provide detailed insights into organs like the brain, lungs, and digestive system. The research holds great promise for understanding diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. The team plans to release a comprehen...
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ChatGPT Outperformed Doctors in Diagnosing Diseases and Medical Conditions, Says Study
ChatGPT was able to outperform human doctors in diagnosing diseases and medical conditions in a study. While the study aimed to understand if AI chatbots can help doctors provide better diagnoses, the results unexpectedly revealed that OpenAI’s GPT-4-powered chatbot performed much better when performing without human assistance compared to when p...
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Study Abroad: Why Choose Russia For MBBS In 2024-25
Several countries offer medical courses at lower fees compared to Indian institutions, and Russia stands out as a popular destination.
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Chronic Kidney Disease Cases In Women Tripled In Last 3 Decades: Study
The number of chronic kidney disease (CKD) cases in women has nearly tripled in the past three decades globally, according to a new study led by researchers from the Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences (GAIMS).
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Brain Injuries May Raise the Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease, Say Researchers
Recent findings from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center suggest that traumatic brain injuries (TBI) may significantly increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. The study highlights the role of the BAG3 protein in clearing harmful proteins from the brain. Enhancing BAG3 could potentially mitigate the cognitive decline assoc...
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Diagnostic Errors Can Occur In 1 Out Of Every 14 Patients, New Study Shows
Diagnostic errors are likely to be occurring in as many as 1 in every 14 (7 per cent) hospital patients which requires new approaches to medical surveillance, a new study has stressed.
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Nearly 40 Million Could Die By 2050 From Antibiotic-Resistant Infections: Study
Researchers are warning that the growing threat of antibiotic resistance is making common infections more difficult to treat and putting medical procedures at risk.
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Brain Ageing in Monkeys Delays After Being Given Diabetes Medicine Metformin, Study Shows
A recent study has highlighted the potential of metformin, a commonly used diabetes medication, in slowing the ageing process in monkeys. Published in Cell on 12 September, the research shows that daily doses of metformin can preserve cognitive function and delay the ageing effects on various tissues, particularly the brain. This study brings forwa...
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Placebo Effect Link Discovered With Previously Unassociated Parts of the Brain
Patients suffering from chronic pain have limited treatment options, often relying on medications like opioids that come with harmful side effects and high addiction risks. A new study in mice, published in Current Biology journal, suggests a new way to use the placebo effect for treating chronic pain. By activating specific neurons in the brain li...
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Scientists Make Mouse Skin Transparent Using Food Dye, Here's Everything You Need to Know
In a recent breakthrough, researchers led by Zihao Ou, Assistant Professor of Physics at the University of Texas at Dallas, have developed a technique to make mouse skin temporarily transparent using a common food dye called tartrazine. By applying a solution of the dye mixed with water, scientists could observe the internal organs and blood vessel...
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Scientists Test Nanorobots to Treat Brain Aneurysms
Scientists have created nanorobots that could revolutionise the treatment of brain aneurysms by delivering clot-forming drugs directly to the weakened vessel area, reducing the risk of stroke. These robots, smaller than blood cells, were successfully tested in rabbits. The nanobots are guided using magnetic fields and heat, which release the drug a...
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Philippines Eases Medical Practice Rules: What It Means For Indian Students
Indian students graduating from CHED-accredited colleges can now register and practice medicine in the Philippines after completing their internships.
-
Popular Weight Loss Drug Ozempic Could Increase Risk Of Blindness, Study Says
Research reveals a link between Ozempic and Wegovy, popular weight loss and diabetes medications, and an increased risk of blindness.
-
Paracetamol May Raise Heart, Kidney Related Complications In Elderly: Study
Paracetamol, a common over-the-counter medication, may increase the risk of gastrointestinal, heart- and kidney-related complications among adults aged 65 and above, a new study has found.
-
Medical Student Studies Till 2:30 am, Then Jumps To Death: Rajasthan Cops
A medical student died by suicide after allegedly jumping from the hostel roof of a college in Rajasthan's Udaipur on Tuesday.
-
Human Cell Atlas Mapping 37 Trillion Human Cells for Disease Insights
The Human Cell Atlas project has made significant strides in mapping the 37 trillion cells of the human body. Recent studies provide detailed insights into organs like the brain, lungs, and digestive system. The research holds great promise for understanding diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. The team plans to release a comprehen...
-
ChatGPT Outperformed Doctors in Diagnosing Diseases and Medical Conditions, Says Study
ChatGPT was able to outperform human doctors in diagnosing diseases and medical conditions in a study. While the study aimed to understand if AI chatbots can help doctors provide better diagnoses, the results unexpectedly revealed that OpenAI’s GPT-4-powered chatbot performed much better when performing without human assistance compared to when p...
-
Study Abroad: Why Choose Russia For MBBS In 2024-25
Several countries offer medical courses at lower fees compared to Indian institutions, and Russia stands out as a popular destination.
-
Chronic Kidney Disease Cases In Women Tripled In Last 3 Decades: Study
The number of chronic kidney disease (CKD) cases in women has nearly tripled in the past three decades globally, according to a new study led by researchers from the Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences (GAIMS).
-
Brain Injuries May Raise the Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease, Say Researchers
Recent findings from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center suggest that traumatic brain injuries (TBI) may significantly increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. The study highlights the role of the BAG3 protein in clearing harmful proteins from the brain. Enhancing BAG3 could potentially mitigate the cognitive decline assoc...
-
Diagnostic Errors Can Occur In 1 Out Of Every 14 Patients, New Study Shows
Diagnostic errors are likely to be occurring in as many as 1 in every 14 (7 per cent) hospital patients which requires new approaches to medical surveillance, a new study has stressed.
-
Nearly 40 Million Could Die By 2050 From Antibiotic-Resistant Infections: Study
Researchers are warning that the growing threat of antibiotic resistance is making common infections more difficult to treat and putting medical procedures at risk.
-
Brain Ageing in Monkeys Delays After Being Given Diabetes Medicine Metformin, Study Shows
A recent study has highlighted the potential of metformin, a commonly used diabetes medication, in slowing the ageing process in monkeys. Published in Cell on 12 September, the research shows that daily doses of metformin can preserve cognitive function and delay the ageing effects on various tissues, particularly the brain. This study brings forwa...
-
Placebo Effect Link Discovered With Previously Unassociated Parts of the Brain
Patients suffering from chronic pain have limited treatment options, often relying on medications like opioids that come with harmful side effects and high addiction risks. A new study in mice, published in Current Biology journal, suggests a new way to use the placebo effect for treating chronic pain. By activating specific neurons in the brain li...
-
Scientists Make Mouse Skin Transparent Using Food Dye, Here's Everything You Need to Know
In a recent breakthrough, researchers led by Zihao Ou, Assistant Professor of Physics at the University of Texas at Dallas, have developed a technique to make mouse skin temporarily transparent using a common food dye called tartrazine. By applying a solution of the dye mixed with water, scientists could observe the internal organs and blood vessel...
-
Scientists Test Nanorobots to Treat Brain Aneurysms
Scientists have created nanorobots that could revolutionise the treatment of brain aneurysms by delivering clot-forming drugs directly to the weakened vessel area, reducing the risk of stroke. These robots, smaller than blood cells, were successfully tested in rabbits. The nanobots are guided using magnetic fields and heat, which release the drug a...
