Health

Pet dog bites girl inside Noida housing society lift, video goes viral

A video has gone viral on social media which shows a young girl attacked by a pet dog inside the lift of a posh Noida housing society.

Pharmaceutical major AstraZeneca decides to withdraw Covid-19 vaccine citing 'commercial reasons'

The maker of Covishield, AstraZeneca, has decided to withdraw its Covid-19 vaccine citing "commercial reasons".

Scientists alert April 2024 was the hottest on record

The world endured the hottest April month this year, as per data revealed by the European Union’s climate monitoring service Copernicus.

World Asthma Day: Kolkata's CMRI launches 'Severe Asthma Clinic'

Kolkata/IBNS: Observing World Asthma Day, the Calcutta Medical Research Institute (CMRI) in Kolkata on Tuesday announced the launch of 'Severe Asthma Clinic' to provide treatment for asthma and lung related problems.

US is witnessing a surge in new COVID-19 variant named FLiRT

The United States is witnessing an uptick in new COVID-19 variant cases, triggering concern over a potential summer wave.

Renal care provider starts forum to create awareness about kidney health and wellness

Kolkata/IBNS: Nephro Care India, a provider of comprehensive renal care, has rolled out an initiative to provide a forum for patients suffering from chronic kidney disease to seek advice from medical professionals regarding kidney health and nutrition among others.

Rapidly warming Indian Ocean hurtling towards near-permanent marine heatwave state

Marine heatwaves are events where ocean temperatures rise to extreme levels and hold steady for at least five days. These heat waves, that occur over the ocean, are likely to extend to 220-250 days a year by 2050, warns a new study. With increasing marine heatwaves, cyclones can intensify, putting fisheries and people living along the coastline, at risk, reports Mongabay India writer Nidhi Jamwal

Karnataka: Monkey fever claims one more life, toll now 4

Bengaluru/IBNS: Four people since January lost their lives to Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD), also known as monkey fever, in Karnataka with a new report of death emerging from Shivamogga, media reports said.

Kerala on red alert over possible swell waves this weekend

Thiruvananthapuram/IBNS: The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has issued a red alert over possible swell waves along Kerala and south Tamil Nadu coast over the weekend, media reports said.

Scientists alert that getting angry may surge your chances of heart attack

Short bursts of anger may temporarily damage the ability of blood vessels to properly dilate, a function believed to be pivotal in preventing arteries from hardening, new research suggests.

Scientist warn that getting angry even for few minutes can spike your chances of heart attack

Short bursts of anger may temporarily damage the ability of blood vessels to properly dilate, a function believed to be pivotal in preventing arteries from hardening, new research suggests.

Report finds direct link between pandemic and childhood obesity in Europe

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased obesity in school-aged children in Europe, the World Health Organization (WHO) office for the region said in a new report issued on Wednesday, sounding the alarm for action.

Stark differences between females and males in major causes of disease burden, shows study

Globally, there are substantial differences between females and males (aged 10 and older) when it comes to health, with limited progress in bridging these health gaps over the past 30 years, according to a new study examining the disparities in the 20 leading causes of disease burden between females and males, across ages and regions, published in The Lancet Public Health journal.

Heavy rain, thunderstorm hit UAE once again, several flights cancelled

Dubai: After severe flooding in April, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) witnessed heavy rain and thunderstorms early Thursday, affecting Abu Dhabi and Dubai, media reports said.

Sanofi launches diabetes drug Soliqua in India

Kolkata: Sanofi India Limited has launched its’ new diabetes drug Soliqua after having received marketing authorization from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) earlier last year.

Australia-India space collaboration projects launched

The Australian government has announced  $18 million investment in collaborative space projects with India.

Study finds ideal balance of sitting, standing, sleeping and exercising needed every day to ensure optimal health

New research has unveiled the right balance of sitting, standing, sleeping and being active in a day to live an optimal life.

UN officials say swift action needed to tackle El Nino-induced extreme weather

New study finds chocolate supply across the world threatened by devastating virus

A rapidly spreading virus threatens the health of the cacao tree and the dried seeds from which chocolate is made, jeopardizing the global supply of the world’s most popular treat.

AstraZeneca admits in court papers that its COVID-19 vaccine can cause rare side effects

AstraZeneca has confirmed in court documents that its COVID-19 vaccine, developed in collaboration with the University of Oxford, can cause a rare side effect called thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS), according to a report released in a British newspaper.

Heavy rains trigger massive landslides in Kashmir, Srinagar-Jammu highway closed

Jammu/IBNS: Several areas across Jammu and Kashmir have been witnessing non-stop rains and snowfall that triggered landslides and flash floods causing damage to public infrastructure and private property.

Saudi Arabia pledges USD 500 million to protect children from polio

At the first-ever World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting hosted in Riyadh, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has pledged US $500 million over the next five years to support the work of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI).

Truck gets caught in tornado on US highway; Video goes viral

Nebraska in the United States witnessed devastating tornadoes that caused damage to many homes. Footage and images on social media showed massive black tornadoes moving across the sky, overturning soil, dust, and various materials in their wake.

Climate action ‘cannot trample over the poor’, says UN chief Guterres

The UN Secretary-General on Friday launched an initiative focusing on ensuring fairness, sustainability and respect for human rights throughout the entire process of sourcing and using critical minerals needed for the clean energy transition.

PETA India offers live-saving tips for caring animals amid rising temperature

As temperatures soar, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India is offering life-saving tips on caring for animals.

Germany: Norovirus outbreak at a spring festival leaves over 800 sick

Stuttgart (Germany): Over 800 people have been affected by a norovirus outbreak at a festival in south-west Germany, media reports said.

6.1 magnitude earthquake hits Taiwan, no immediate damages reported

Taipei/IBNS: A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Taiwan's eastern county of Hualien on Saturday, the island's weather administration said.

WHO says 'just in case’ antibiotics widely overused during COVID-19

Antibiotics saw “extensive overuse” globally among hospitalized COVID-19 patients during the pandemic without improving clinical outcomes, while also potentially exacerbating the already serious and growing threat of antimicrobial resistance, the UN World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday.

Conservation actions are effective at halting and reversing biodiversity loss, shows new study

A new study published online on Thursday (April 25,2024)  in the scientific journal Science provides the strongest evidence to date that not only is nature conservation successful, but that scaling conservation interventions up would be transformational for halting and reversing biodiversity loss—a crisis that can lead to ecosystem collapses and a planet less able to support life—and reducing the effects of climate change.

WHO report shows smoking and drinking is on the rise among teenagers in Europe, Central Asia and Canada

Smoking and drinking is on the rise among teenagers in Europe, Central Asia and Canada, and girls now match or even exceed boys when it comes to substance use, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a new report on Thursday.