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Snakebite now a notifiable condition in India, but it may not be enough to tackle the crisis. Here’s why

New Delhi: The Union government last month announced snakebites as a notifiable condition, making it mandatory for all hospitals in India including private establishments...

WHO unveils updated plague manual with comprehensive guidelines for surveillance, diagnosis, and prevention

The new manual includes updated recommendations for the use of rapid diagnostic tests in varied settings, as well as the inclusion of fluoroquinolones as a first-line treatment option.

These 8 lifestyle habits can cut chances of dementia even for those with genetic risk

Dementia is the seventh leading cause of death among all diseases worldwide and is responsible for millions of older people enduring disability and dependency.

Children more vulnerable to Mpox outbreak in DRC, says UNICEF

Over 8,772 children have been infected in the African nation.

What is Mpox, how does it spread & who’s at risk? All about disease declared a global health emergency

The current outbreak has been raging since early this year in Africa. Over 17,000 Mpox Clade 1 cases have been reported, with just over 500 fatalities.

India receives $85 mn for global traditional medicine centre

WHO to establish first out-posted centre in Jamnagar, a PIB press release added.

India logs third highest number of children not vaccinated against measles after Nigeria and Congo

India is among 10 countries that account for 55 percent of children without measles vaccination globally, show WHO-UNICEF estimates of national immunisation coverage.

WHO launches online medical device platform

MeDevIS provides comprehensive info on 2301 devices across various health areas.

Unsafe food causes half the deaths in Asia-Pacific. Be your own risk manager

World Food Safety Day is an opportunity for everyone to take a moment to pay closer attention to something many of us take for granted – the safety of the food we eat.

NIMHANS bags WHO’s Nelson Mandela Award

This institute is recognized for mental health promotion efforts.

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Corruption, nepotism, and a hit-and-run—how Gen Z anger spilled onto Nepal’s streets

Here is a serious lesson on not to underestimate the power of the young generation, who see the future better than older cohorts. They are frustrated with the ruling class that failed Nepal after 1990 and again after the 2006 mass movement.

What happens to Haryana real estate agents now? Govt agency HSVP to act as broker, take commissions

Gurugram: Stirring a storm in Haryana's real estate circles, the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP)—the state's urban development agency—has taken on the role of...

Denmark tweaks its banned exports list, delivery of critical system for Tejas MK 1A starts 

HAL has produced 10 Tejas Mk 1A and is now awaiting further deliveries of engines from American firm GE—delayed by two and half years, so far.

Punjab is fast becoming the new Northeast. And there’s a message in it for Modi

In its toughest time in decades because of floods, Punjab would’ve expected PM Modi to visit. If he has the time for a Bihar tour, why not a short visit to next-door Punjab?