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Milk processing sector needs value addition: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said there is a need for innovation and value addition in the milk processing sector.
Acne stigma lowers quality of life: Study
Many people with acne also suffer from psychological distress due to perceived social stigma around the skin condition, a study has found. The survey of 271 acne sufferers showed that their own negative perceptions of how society views their appearance is associated with higher psychological distress levels and further physical symptoms such as sleep disturbance, headaches and gastrointestinal problems. Females in the study reported greater impairment of life quality and more symptoms than males. Acne severity was significantly correlated with health-related quality of life and psychological distress. Researchers from University of Limerick (UL) in Ireland conducted the study to investigate whether acne sufferers' perceptions of stigmatisation significantly predicts psychological and physical health outcomes; specifically health-related quality of life, psychological distress, and somatic symptoms. "We know from previous research that many acne sufferers experience negative feelings ..
New birth control pills may cut ovarian cancer risk
New types of combined birth control pills -- containing both lower doses of oestrogens and newer progestogens -- may reduce the risk of ovarian cancer among young women, says a study.
Stress pushing people in Delhi to unhealthy lifestyles, women binge eating more than men: Study
Work-related stress and other worries are affecting health of adults living in Delhi, leading them to adopt smoking, drinking and other unhealthy lifestyles such as binge eating at night, in which women outnumber men, according to a new study. The study, conducted online across Delhi-NCR also suggested that sedentary lifestyle is pushing Delhi towards "high-risk" of cardiac issues. Department of Cardiac Sciences at Max Healthcare, Saket, undertook the survey to understand lifestyle habits of city-dwellers in Delhi-NCR across age group of 20-60. This recent survey of about 1,000 respondents aimed at knowing prevalent habits and changing lifestyle trends which impact and may explain deteriorating heart health of the city's people, Max Healthcare said in a statement Sunday. The study also claimed that women (44 per cent) smoke more than men (32 per cent). "When it comes to analysing quantity, it is alarming to note that 35 per cent of those in the 21-30 years age group and 25 per cent of
Military Nursing Service to celebrate raising day Monday
Additional DG Military Nursing Service (MNS) Maj Gen Annakutty Babu will pay homage to slain soldiers on Amar Jawan Jyoti at India Gate war memorial Monday as the only all women corps in the armed forces celebrates its 93rd Raising Day. The Principal Matron Army Hospital (referral and research), Dhaula Kuan,Maj Gen Kajal Chakraborty, would also be accompanying the additional DG MNS at the ceremony, a statement released by MNS said. Nursing officers will rededicate themselves to render high quality, selfless nursing care to their patients by reading the Florence Nightingale pledge to mark the occasion, it said. A social get together is being organised Monday evening to celebrate the occasion at Army Hospital (referral and research) Delhi Cantt. Army Chief Gen Bipin Rawat would be the chief guest for the occasion. The function will be attended by senior officers of the station from the tri services and veteran MNS officers, the statement said.
Contamination of polio vaccines: Health Ministry asks teams in UP to track children given vaccine
Aftertraces ofPolio Virus Type 2were found insomebatches of oral polio vaccine manufactured by a Ghaziabad-based pharmaceutical company, the Health Ministry has asked the polio surveillance team in UP to trace and track all children who were given the vaccine. As the vaccine was administered as part of the government's universal immunisation programme, the ministry has also ordered immediate withdrawal of the particular manufacturer's vaccine. Polio type 2 virus strain has been eradicated worldwide, including in India. The polio surveillance team has been asked to trace all children who were given this vaccine. They will also be tracked to see how the virus behaves in their body, a Health Ministry official said. The Health Ministry has ordered a probe after traces ofpolio type 2 viruswere found in some batches of oral polio vaccine (OPV) manufactured by the company and arrested the firm's managing director Saturday. The managing director of Biomed Pvt Ltd., which was supplying polio ..
Made in India coronary stents as good as foreign ones: Study
Indigenously made coronary stents are as good as those manufactured in other countries by multinational companies, according to a recent scientific study. The study's findings were presented at the prestigious international conference on Non Surgical Cardiac interventions -- TCT (Trans Catheter Interventions) -- on September 22 in San Diego, USA. The study, which involved around 1,500 patients, was conducted in various countries of Europe and monitored by an international reputed clinical research organisation (CRO), Cardialysis. The scientific study had the acronym TALENT. The study dispels the perception among many doctors and patients that stents made in India may not be as safe and efficacious as those manufactured in foreign countries. The TALENT trial was conceived by Prof Upendra Kaul, a well known interventional cardiologist who is currently the chairman of Batra Heart Centre, New Delhi, and Prof Patrick Serruys, an internationally acclaimed researcher in this field from the ..
Aspirin may reduce cancer spread: Study
Taking aspirin can boost the survival of cancer patients and reduce the risk of the disease to others parts of the body, say scientists. Researchers analysed 71 medical studies, which looked at the survival of 120,000 patients with cancer who took aspirin, compared with 400,000 patients who did not. They showed that at any time following the diagnosis of some cancers the proportion of patients who were still alive was 20-30 per cent greater in those taking the drug. The spread of cancer to other parts of the body was also substantially reduced in patients using aspirin. "The use of low-dose Aspirin as a preventive in heart disease, stroke and cancer is well established but evidence is now emerging that the drug may have a valuable role as an additional treatment for cancer too," said Peter Elwood, from Cardiff University in the UK. One of the colon cancer studies the researchers looked at suggested that a non-diabetic man of about 65 years who takes aspirin would have a prognosis ...
Daily exercise helps remove toxic proteins from muscles
Regular exercise helps in removing toxic proteins in muscle cells that can lead to atrophy and muscle weakness, says a new study.
Senior pharmacist suspended for after caught drunk on duty in JK
A senior pharmacist at a government-run hospital in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir was placed under suspension Sunday after a video clip purportedly showing him in an inebriated condition went viral, a senior health department official said. The over two-minute video, reportedly shot inside the doctor's room at Trauma hospital Mahanpur last night, showed the official Ashok Kumar being confronted by a man for being drunk on-duty. The man, accompanying an ailing child, took him as a doctor and asked him to treat the patient before questioning him for being drunk, the official said. Taking a serious note of the incident, chief medical officer, Kathua, Ashok Chaudhary ordered immediate suspension of Kumar and an inquiry has been ordered against him. "Prima facie, it appears the official is drunk on duty and was accordingly placed under suspension by the chief medical officer. An inquiry has also been ordered by him into the incident," a senior health department official told PTI. He
Simple ways to prevent digestive problems in children (Health Tips)
Newborn babies are bundles of joy for every parent. However, taking care of them is not just exciting but challenging as well. Their laughter brings happiness to everyone around, and their cries fill the atmosphere with a sense of urgency.
Some contraceptive pills may cut ovarian cancer risk: Study
New types of combined oral contraceptives -- containing both oestrogens and progestogens -- may reduce the risk of ovarian cancer in young women, a study has found. The study, published by The BMJ, showed that this positive effect strengthened with longer periods of use and persisted for several years after stopping, providing important reassurance for women. At least 100 million women worldwide are using hormonal contraception every day. Previous research has shown a reduced risk of ovarian cancer in women who take combined oral contraceptives, but most of the evidence relates to the use of older products, containing higher levels of oestrogen and older progestogens. Women who use newer oral contraceptives and other hormonal contraceptive methods also want to know whether they are likely to experience the same benefit. Researchers at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland and the University of Copenhagen in Denmark investigated the influence of newer hormonal contraceptives (combined
Factors linked to mortality after traumatic brain injury
Model system researchers have identified factors linked to mortality among individuals aged 16 years and older who were more than one year post- traumatic brain injury (TBI).The research team, which included investigators from five regional TBI Model Systems, analysed data from the database of the TBI Model System National Data and Statistical Center.They identified 1,163 decedents and 10,839 matched controls and examined the following physical, cognitive and psychosocial outcomes: Functional Independence Measure (FIM), Extended Glasgow Outcome Scale, Disability Rating Scale, Participation Assessment with Recombined Tool Objective, and Satisfaction With Life Scale.Co-author Erica Weber said, "Among individuals who died, we found significantly poorer performance on all measures.""Most significant was the difference in FIM Motor scores, which points to independence in mobility as an important factor for long-term survival in this population. Another big difference was in community ...
Hidden health problems can appear even after elective hip surgeries
Turns out, even when surgeries are successful, patients report more pain, arthritis, and other ailments.As per a new study, up to two years following elective, arthroscopic hip surgery, a substantial proportion of patients reported troubling new health issues ranging from sleep problems to arthritis to cardiovascular disease.While such problems can be transient and diminish as full mobility returns, the findings suggest that patients and doctors should be prepared to manage a variety of complications over time, even as the surgeries themselves are considered a success.Lead author Daniel Rhon said, "Our study focused on a younger group - current and former military personnel ages 18-50 and compared their medical records both before and after surgery."Rhon added, "Even among this younger group, the number, and frequency of these hidden complications that arose after elective hip surgery suggests we should be taking a more holistic approach, proactively assessing patients for risks ...
Stigma related to acne lowers overall quality of life
A recent study has associated acne stigma with lower overall quality of life.Females in the University of Limerick (UL), Ireland, study reported greater impairment of life quality and more symptoms than males.A survey of 271 acne sufferers revealed that their own negative perceptions of how society views their appearance is linked to higher psychological distress levels and further physical symptoms such as sleep disturbance, headaches and gastrointestinal problems.Acne severity was significantly correlated with health-related quality of life and psychological distress.UL researchers Dr Aisling O'Donnell and Jamie Davern conducted the study to investigate whether acne sufferers' perceptions of stigmatisation significantly predicts psychological and physical health outcomes; specifically health-related quality of life, psychological distress, and somatic symptoms."We know from previous research that many acne sufferers experience negative feelings about their condition, but we have ...
13 dead in Iran after drinking poisonous alcohol
At least 13 people died in Iran after drinking poisonous alcohol over the past 48 hours, Iran's Emergency Department said Saturday.
Depression can trigger cardiovascular disease
It is a known fact that depression is on the rise, especially amongst the middle age group. Currently, it is one of the leading causes of health perils across the world.For quite some time now, a link between depression and heart disease has been observed. Like heart disease, depression is becoming increasingly common; therefore, it's not unusual to have both conditions together."According to a study, if a person is depressed, then the chances of him/her getting cardiovascular disease (CVD) is 1.5 to 2, in terms of relative risk. Also, if a person is already suffering from acute cardiovascular disease (ACAD) and is depressed, then the risk of suffering severe ACAD doubles," said Dr. Zakia Khan of Fortis Hospital, Kalyan.A depressed person is more prone to lead an unhealthy lifestyle and according to Dr Fabian Almeida of Fortis Hospital Kalyan, it can, in turn, have a larger impact on the overall functioning of the heart. A depressed person might be more likely to do the following:•
Can aspirin curb spread of cancer?
Aspirin may play a life-saving role in the treatment of cancer, finds a study.Peter Elwood of Cardiff University, who directed the study, said the use of low-dose aspirin as a preventive in heart disease, stroke and cancer is well established but evidence is now emerging that the drug may have a valuable role as an additional treatment for cancer too.The systematic review, which looked at the survival of 120,000 patients with cancer who took aspirin, compared with 400,000 patients who did not, showed that at any time following the diagnosis of some cancers the proportion of patients who were still alive was 20-30 percent greater in those taking the drug.The spread of cancer to other parts of the body was also substantially reduced in patients using aspirin.One of the colon cancer studies the researchers looked at suggested that a non-diabetic man of about 65 years who takes aspirin would have a prognosis similar to that of a man five years his junior who takes none. For a woman of ...
Top doctors attend international conference on pain management in Jammu
Top international doctors from seven countries are taking part in an international conference and workshop in Jammu on the recent advances in pain and its management. The three-day international conference was held not only for the first time in Jammu and Kashmir, but also in north India, said Rohit Lahori, organising secretary of the conference. Around 300 delegates, including top doctors in pain management, from seven countries like the UAE, USA, Bangladesh, Philippines and Indonesia are taking par conference. It is being organised by the Indian Society of Study of Pain and Centres for Advanced Pain and Spine Interventions (CAPSI), in collaboration with the department of anatomy, Government Medical College, Jammu, Lahori said. The event focussed on the availability of chronic pain and cancer pain management and how these modalities could reach the common people, he said. The speakers included the head of the department of pain and palliative medicine from AIIMS, New Delhi; TATA ...
China HIV/AIDS cases surge by 14 pc
The number of people living with HIV/AIDS in China has surged by 14 per cent, with most cases transmitted through sex rather than blood transfusions, state media said Saturday. More than 820,000 people had AIDS or were HIV-positive at the end of June, up by 100,000 year-on-year, the official Xinhua news agency said, citing national health officials at an HIV/AIDS conference. More than 40,000 new HIV/AIDS cases were reported in the second quarter alone, with 93.1 percent having contracted the virus through sex. The number of HIV infections caused by blood transfusions has "essentially been reduced to zero", according to Xinhua. China has been hit by blood transfusion scandals in the past. In the 1990s, rural parts of China -- particularly the central province of Henan -- endured the country's most debilitating AIDS epidemic. It stemmed from a tainted government-backed blood donation programme and infected tens of thousands of people, including entire villages. In 2015, state media ...