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Aurobindo Pharma to launch HIV drug for children in 123 countries

The pharmaceutical company will launch its HIV triple combination product for children living with HIV in low- and middle-income countries under voluntary licence from ViiV Healthcare

G20 Health Ministers meeting to start from August 17 in Gandhinagar

Delegates from 19 member countries, 10 invited states, and 22 international organisations will be participating in the meeting in Gujarat

Investing in primary health care can help countries detect pandemics: WHO

On EG.5 strain of SARS-CoV-2 virus being recently classified by World Health Organisation as a variant of interest, WHO's Director-General said it is important to continue to remain vigilant

Medical Council guidelines bar doctors from taking freebies from firms

Industry insiders feel this is a step towards implementing and codifying the Uniform Code of Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices

Unusual case of 'blue legs' in long Covid patient seen: Lancet study

The study described the case of a 33-year old man who developed a condition called acrocyanosis, which refers to blood pooling in the veins of the legs

Only 25% of semi-rural, rural population has health facilities within reach

The report indicated that an Indian household spent 15-20 per cent of their yearly income on medical expenses, while 23 per cent relied on informal loans

Long-term symptoms of Covid-19 can emerge months after infection: Study

The study found that for about 16% of the Covid-positive people, symptoms lasted for at least a year, but for others, they appeared for a short time

DLF, Medanta to develop 400-bed multi-specialty hospital in Delhi

Realty major DLF on Thursday announced that it has tied up with Global Health Ltd (Medanta) to set up a 400-bed multi-speciality hospital in the national capital

'Maharashtra recorded new Omicron sub-variant in May, but nothing to worry'

Babita Kamlapurkar, state's health surveillance officer, said it is necessary to exercise Covid-19 appropriate behaviour as June, July and August months record a spike in cases

Nutrition support shown to prevent TB, related deaths in India: Lancet

Household contacts in the intervention group received monthly food rations and micronutrients (750 kcal, 23 grams of protein per day with micronutrients)

Covid-19 new variant 'Eris' emerges in UK, here's how to protect yourself

Another Covid-19 variant 'Eris' has emerged in the United Kingdom. UKHSA says the new variant is not deadlier than the previous one. Read on to know about symptoms and preventions

Air pollution could be driving antibiotic resistance: New Lancet study

Sources of PM2.5 include industrial processes, road transport, and domestic coal and wood burning

New Omicron sub-variant spreads in UK; no reported case in India so far

UK health agency says no indication that EG.5.1 is more severe than the others; WHO advises countries to remain cautious

Industry, patient groups want draft drugs and medical devices Bill recalled

Seek a separate 'Medical Devices Act' distinct from the drug regulations Bill

World Lung Cancer Day 2023: Theme, History, Importance, and Quotes

Lung and bronchus cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute, account for the majority of deaths. Lung cancer was prevalent in about 1,03,371 people in 2022

84% people from northeast relocate for better medical facilities: Report

Most migrate due to a lack of availability of human resources and essential requirements such as hospital beds, physical infrastructure, drugs, and diagnostics

Brain fog, other long Covid symptoms focus of new small treatment studies

A more controversial study of exercise intolerance and fatigue also planned, with NIH seeking input from some patient groups worried that exercise may do more harm than good for long COVID sufferers

Big pharma firms shift tack, look to bet on trade generics as volumes dip

It is the fastest growing segment in IPM with a 25% CAGR

Short bursts of intense exercise linked to reduced risk of cancer: Study

The research, published in the journal JAMA Oncology, used data from wearable devices to track the daily activity of over 22,000 'non-exercisers'

1,774 health facilities in 32 states/UTs adopted 'Scan and Share': Govt

As many as 1,774 health facilities across 32 states and UT have adopted 'Scan and Share' service which enables for quick and seamless OPD registration for patients