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Prolonged hormone therapy linked to Alzheimer's risk: Study
Long-term use of oral hormone therapy for relieving menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes and night sweats, could be associated with the risk of Alzheimer's disease, finds a new study.
All Out Takes a Stand Against Societal Conditioning, Invites Mothers to Share Their #MujheSabNahiPata / #IDidntKnow Stories
/ -- SC Johnson's All Out hosted an insightful panel discussion attended by actor Sonali Bendre, well-known child care experts and mothers. The discussion centered around the health and well-being of children and the role of a mother in protecting the health and wellness of her children. (Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/832252/Panelists_All_Out_Event.jpg ) The panel, consisting of Sonali Bendre, famous blogger Ruchita Dar Shah, Dr. Samir Dalwai, leading pediatrician and Dr. Rupal Patel, child psychologist, examined the findings of a recently conducted survey by All Out. The survey, conducted in association with MomJunction, highlighted that while the health of children is of prime concern to mothers, the awareness of the risk of a mosquito-borne disease like dengue is low. It also highlighted that while mothers are most concerned about their child contracting flu and viral fever, only 19% mothers considered considered dengue to be a threat to their children's health. The ...
India's measles vaccine campaigns helped save thousands of children: Study
India's mass measles vaccination campaign helped save the lives of tens of thousands of children between 2010 and 2013, according to a latest study. The finding, published in the journal eLife, suggests that the measles vaccine campaigns helped save 41,000 to 56,000 children in India during 2010 to 2013, or 39-57 per cent of the expected number of deaths nationally. The researchers, including Prabhat Jha from the University of Toronto in Canada, found that mortality in children aged between one and 59 months fell more in the campaign states following launch (27 per cent) than in the non-campaign states (11 per cent). The finding suggests that eliminating deaths from measles in India could be possible, although it will require continued diligence to ensure high immunisation rates among Indian children and direct mortality monitoring. The results may also help to encourage greater uptake of vaccinations in children across the world, the researchers said. "Together, our results ...
Green tea, rice compounds reverse Alzheimer's-like symptoms in mice: Study
Compounds found in green tea, carrots and rice have helped reverse Alzheimer's-like symptoms in mice genetically programmed to develop the neurodegenerative disease, a study has found. The study, published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, was carried in mice, and many mouse discoveries never translate into human treatments, researchers noted. However, the findings lend credence to the idea that certain readily available, plant-based supplements might offer protection against dementia in humans, they said. "You do not have to wait 10 to 12 years for a designer drug to make it to market; you can make these dietary changes today," said Terrence Town, a professor at the University of Southern California (USC) in the US. "I find that very encouraging," Town said in statement. The study supports the idea that combination therapy, rather than a single magic bullet, may offer the best approach to treating people living with Alzheimer's. Combination treatment is already the standard of
Fear of leprosy resurgence in Nepal
Health officials in Nepal fear leprosy resurgence in the country with prevalence rate reaching 0.94 per cent in 2018.
Dr. Avi Chaudhuri appointed Systech Chief Scientist for Global Brand Protection
/ -- Systech, a global leader in supply chain security and brand protection, has announced the appointment of Dr. Avi Chaudhuri to the newly created position of Chief Scientist. "Many industries are faced with increasingly complex counterfeit and supply chain diversion challenges. The need to fully exploit and communicate technology breakthroughs for the benefit of our clients is essential," says Systech CEO Ara Ohanian. "In his new role, Dr. Chaudhuri will harness and develop our tech potential and work with our technology and customer communities to deliver seamless brand protection solutions. Dr Chaudhuri brings a very rare blend of powerful global scientific and business acumen perfect casting for us and for our clients," says Ohanian. Dr. Chaudhuri assumes the new role in addition to his current position as Systech's Senior Global Partner where he is responsible for spearheading Systech's expansion in the Middle East, India and APAC. About Dr. Avi Chaudhuri : Dr Chaudhuri has ...
Sharif refuses to shift to hospital, says prefer 'death' over political victimisation
Pakistan's deposed prime minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday refused to be relocated to a hospital for treatment despite requests by his family members, saying he prefers an "honourable death" over kneeling to "politics being done" by the government in the name of his treatment. Sharif, 69, is serving a seven-year imprisonment in the Al-Azizia Steel Mills corruption case at the Kot Lakhpat Jail since December 2018. "I will not accept the PTI government's disdainful behaviour of pushing me around in the name of medical treatment from one irrelevant hospital to another. I prefer honourable death over kneeling to the Imran Khan government's derogatory exploits," Sharif told his younger brother Shahbaz Sharif at Kot Lakhpat jail here. The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo has suffered four angina attacks last week, his daughter Maryam Nawaz said on Tuesday. The Sharif family is complaining that the government is not providing health facilities to the former premier who has ...
Delhi Cabinet approves expansion of three hospitals
The Delhi Cabinet on Wednesday approved the expansion of three hospitals in the national capital.Among them was the inclusion of 460 additional beds for Mother & Child Block at Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital (LBS) in Khichripur along with similar infrastructure facilities at an estimated cost of 1,43,72,95,900.The aim of the project is to enhance mother and child care facilities in East Delhi and adjoining area of Khichripur, in order to cater to a large number of patients. Presently LBS Hospital consists of 105 sanctioned beds and after completion of the above project, the bed capacity of the hospital will be enhanced to 565 beds.As per the requirement of medical facilities, there is a need for proper facilities for post delivery care and treatment. There is also provision for the caesarean section deliveries and indoor admissions, the Cabinet state.The other project is 'Addition & Remodelling of Satyawadi Raja Harish Chandra Hospital at Narela'.For this proposal, the Delhi ...
Delhi Cabinet nod for building mother-child block at LBSH, remodelling 2 other hospitals
The Delhi Cabinet Wednesday approved three health sector projects including construction of a 460-beds mother and child block at the Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital, officials said. In a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the cabinet also gave nod for remodelling of two other facilities. "The Delhi Cabinet, in its meeting on Wednesday, approved the construction of a 460-bed mother and child hospital block at Lal Bahadur Shastri Hospital (LBS) in Khichripur," the government said in a statement. The cabinet accorded its administrative approval for the construction of the building, along with other infrastructure facilities, at an estimated cost of over Rs 143.72 cr. "The aim of the project is to enhance mother and child care facility in east Delhi and adjoining area of Khichripur to cater to large number of patients," the statement said. With an increase in the number of patients, there is a need to increase bed strength and related patient care facilities in the existing ..
170 pvt hospitals in Indore to provide free treatment to poor
As many as 170 private hospitals in the city have joined hands to provide free treatment to poor patients under a scheme launched by the Madhya Pradesh government here Wednesday. The scheme, "Aahvan" (Action to Assist And Volunteer through Aid, Help and Adopt), was launched by Health and Family Welfare Minister Tulsiram Silavat. Under it, 170 private hospitals here have agreed to provide free medical treatment to one poor person per month (that is 170 patients every month). "We have launched the scheme on an experimental basis from the state's largest city, Indore. If it is successful, it will be implemented in the entire state," Silavat said on the occasion. Indore collector Lokesh Kumar Jatav said a special software has been designed to choose beneficiaries under the scheme and also ensure there is no government interfere in the allotment of hospital to patients. The software on its own will decide which beneficiary patient goes to which hospital for free treatment, he
Fungus linked to dandruff may worsen bowel disease
A fungus linked to dandruff in the hair may worsen intestinal disorders such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in patients with a certain genetic makeup, new research has found.
How hassle-free loans for doctors can help you grow your practice
Reports show that India's healthcare market is all set to hit the Rs.37,200 crore mark by 2022. As a doctor, you can be part of the nationwide growth by expanding the scope of your practice, be it by upgrading your clinic's medical equipment, enhancing your treatment and surgery rooms, purchasing AI-aided machinery or hiring -skilled medical staff.To help you meet these needs, Bajaj Finserv offers customized loans for doctors. Available in both secured and unsecured variants, Bajaj Finserv's Doctor Loans promise high-value and hassle-free financing specially designed for medical professionals.Get a quick, collateral-free loan up to Rs.30 lakhBajaj Finserv's Business Loan for Doctors provides assistance for your small and mid-range financing needs. It requires no collateral or guarantor whatsoever and promises a 24-hour disbursal on the approval of your application. With loans up to Rs.30 lakh, you can use this loan to add new hospital beds, refurbish your clinic or upgrade ...
Delhi Cabinet approves expansion of 3 hospitals
The Delhi Cabinet on Wednesday approved the infrastructure expansion of three city hospitals, Health Minister Satyendar Jain said.
Stem cell transplant shows promise for AIDS treatment
Although the news of a second person being cured of HIV through stem cell transplant is exciting and may pave the way for future treatments, experts say the treatment may not work in case of all patients infected with the AIDS causing virus.
Gene 'partners' that promote spinal cord regeneration found
Scientists have identified gene "partners" in salamander that, when activated, promote the regeneration of spinal cord even after severe damage. The advance takes researchers a step closer to solving the mystery of why some vertebrates can regenerate their spinal cords while others, including humans, create scar tissue after injury, leading to lifelong damage. Researchers at the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) in the US identified gene "partners" in the axolotl salamander that allow the neural tube and associated nerve fibres to functionally regenerate after severe spinal cord damage. These genes are also present in humans, though they are activated in a different manner, according to the study published in the journal Nature Communications Biology. "(Axolotls are) the champions of regeneration in that they can regenerate multiple body parts," said Karen Echeverri, associate scientist at MBL. "For example, if you make a lesion in the spinal cord, they can fully regenerate it and ...
Soda, sugar-sweetened beverages may worsen MS symptoms
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) consuming 290 calories of soda or other sugar-sweetened beverages a day may be tied to more severe symptoms, researchers warn.
Emoluments of service providers raised in Punjab
The Punjab cabinet on Wednesday decided to raise the emoluments of service providers (veterinary pharmacists) and 'Safai Sewaks' of the rural development department. While the emoluments of service providers have been increased from Rs 8,000 to Rs 9,000 per month, those of 'Safai Sewaks' have gone up from Rs 4,000 to Rs 4,500 per month with effect from July 1, 2018, an official release said. The cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Amarinder Singh held here. Notably, the Animal Husbandry department contributes about 13 per cent of GDP in economic growth of the State along with agriculture sector. The state government has already transferred back 582 Civil Veterinary Hospitals to the Animal Husbandry Department, including 582 sanctioned posts of Rural Veterinary Officers from Rural Development & Panchayat Department, to provide efficient animal health services.
What makes robots 'persuasive' to humans
Scientists are exploring how robots persuade and build trust with humans, which could guide the development of artificial intelligence (AI) in the next generation of socially assistive machines to aid health care and other fields. "My research aims to uncover behaviours and approaches that cause robots to be more persuasive to people," said Shane Saunderson, a PhD candidate at the University of Toronto in Canada. "That can manifest as body language, or verbal strategies to approach people," Saunderson said. Under the supervision of Associate Professor Goldie Nejat, Saunderson conducted an exploratory study of persuasion strategies to observe which methods would most influence a human's decision. The top two strategies to emerge were an "emotional" approach and a "logical" one, said Saunderson. Their experimental design, described in the journal IEEE Robotics and Automation Letters, featured two competing commercial robots named Leia and Luke and a jar of jelly beans. Two hundred ...
Nepal PM Oli admitted to hospital for regular heart check-up
Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli was admitted to Tribhuwan University Teaching Hospital in Maharajgunj area here on Wednesday morning for a regular heart check-up, the hospital said."He is being kept under observation as additional tests are to be done. He was brought in here today morning," the hospital said in a statement.It said that Oli has been admitted to the hospital for a regular heart check-up.Cardiologist Dr Arun Sayami is coordinating the team of doctors, it said."The health condition of the Honorable Prime Minister is normal," the hospital said.Oli was admitted to the same hospital in October last year after having a chest infection.He had undergone a kidney transplant in 2007 and is said to have a weak immune system.
Shares trade near day's high
Key benchmarks were trading near day's high in early afternoon trade. At 12:20 IST, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex, was up 169.10 points or 0.46% at 36,611.64. The Nifty 50 index was up 55.25 points or 0.50% at 11,042.70.