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Researchers find how eye ultrasounds help detecting brain shunt failure in children

Washington , May 6 (ANI): A recent study suggests that using an ocular ultrasound in the emergency room could help detect children with brain...

Extreme diet can take a toll on your bone density. Hollywood actors are admitting it

In a recent Instagram post, the actor Jameela Jamil revealed she has poor bone density, despite only being in her 30s

Philanthropy is empowering India’s mental health sector. Here’s how

India has found encouraging success in models where trained residents called ‘lay counsellors’ provide mental healthcare at the village level.

Study finds new discovery of mechanism that controls cell division

Umea , May 3 (ANI): Scientists at Umea University in Sweden have shown that the movement of a unique protein complex known as the...

Researchers give more insight into hip osteoarthritis among older adults with spinal deformity

Alphen aan den Rijn , May 3 (ANI): A study found that one-third of patients receiving surgery for adult spinal deformity (ASD) also have...

Hormone therapy for menopausal women effective for discomfort, not chronic diseases, finds US study 

New findings from the Women’s Health Initiative highlight the effectiveness of HRT in treating hot flashes and night sweats, while challenging its role in chronic disease prevention.

How safe is AstraZeneca Covid vaccine & why there is no need to panic — some key questions answered

51 cases have been lodged in a UK court against biopharma company over claims that its Covid vaccine caused death and injury in several cases.

‘Inordinate delay’: Private hospitals seek interest from govt on Ayushman Bharat reimbursement

Average delay in payments that empanelled hospitals report is about 6-8 months & situation is particularly bad in some states, says AHPI director general.

WHO’s draft pandemic treaty biased against countries like India, activists tell govt

The draft agreement prepared by the United Nations health body talks about strengthening global collaboration to prepare for, prevent and respond to pandemics.

Intensified surveillance, plan to test cattle — how India is building defence against bird flu

Following fresh outbreak in Jharkhand, govt says avian influenza situation under control. Experts emphasise urgency of mammal surveillance to prevent potential transmission to humans.

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Elections showed that Manipur still has faith in democracy. Will new govt deliver?

The people of conflict-torn Manipur will have every right to feel betrayed if the new government doesn’t break its silence and show its commitment to addressing the state's issues.

Cash-strapped Karnataka hikes fuel tax by Rs 3/l, could earn Rs 2,500-3,000 cr more per yr

Move to bring down differences in commodity prices with neighbouring states, says government. Oppn, dealers blame it on welfare, Congress's guarantees.

With an eye on China, IAF expands taxi track at Leh airport, new shelters being built

Expanded taxi track is smaller than those meant for civilian operations, but is long enough for fighters & military transport aircraft to operate.

Sangh wants BJP to know it’s not dispensable. It’s a rap on the knuckles, nothing more

Occasional lovers’ tiffs have marked history of RSS-BJP relations. To think that Nagpur will bring about any change in leadership is a misreading of both its intent and its power.