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Plan for tea auction centre in Tripura
In an effort to boost the century-old tea industry in the state, the Tripura Tea Development Corporation (TTDC) is contemplating setting up its own auction centre at Dharmanagar, a senior TTDC official said. Dharmanagar in North Tripura district borders southern Assam which also grows tea and their produce could be auctioned at the proposed centre, TTDC chairperson Santosh Saha said adding that auctioning of tea grown in Sylhet division of Bangladesh in the centre could also be explored. "The tea industry is Tripuras only surviving industry and if we open the auction centre it will reduce the dependence on auction centers of Guwahati and Kolkata," he told PTI. "We'll create a brand for Tripura tea, which will compete with Assam tea and other brands of the country and also try to turn the TTDC into a profit making public sector undertaking", Saha, who assumed charge on July 4, said. The north eastern state currently produces over 3.58 crore kg green tea leaf annually, ...
Herpes virus linked to Alzheimer's, antivirals may help
Scientists have found evidence of a link between herpes infection and Alzheimer's disease as well as the potential of antivirals in reducing the risk of the neurodegenerative disease.
Being positive helps fight cancer
While having a positive attitude in life has it's owns benefits, a latest research by Israeli scientists claimed that positive emotions can also be helpful in fighting cancer.A study titled "Modulation of anti-tumor immunity by the brain's reward system" was published in the Friday's issue of science journal 'Nature' in which scientist of Israel Institute of Technology claimed there was a deep connection between the patient's mental state and cancer survival. The study was conducted on mice exploring the role of the brain's reward system in fighting tumors."Given the central role of the reward system in positive emotions, these findings introduce a physiological mechanism whereby the patient's psychological state can impact anti-tumor immunity and cancer progression," the study said.According to the study, some immune cell subsets like Myeloid Derived Suppressor Cells (MDSCs), support tumor growth by suppressing the anti-tumor immune response and by generating a favorable environment
Checking for heart damage may predict risk of Pakinson's later
Examining stress and inflammation in the heart may be key to predicting risk of Parkinson's disease, say researchers, as it may help physicians test new therapies and delay the progression of the disorder.
Researcher develops new formula to cure cancer
Mamata Tripathi, a researcher from Raipur, has claimed that N-aryl Hydroxamic Acid can be helpful in curing cancer.Speaking to ANI, Mamata said: "This can kill 70-80 per cent of cancer cells. We had done a lab test which was successful. Next step is to test on small living being like mice. This research took 4.5 -5 years."According to Tripathi if the research moves in the right direction then it can be an alternative to the painful chemotherapy being used currently to treat cancer. She added the metal complex of N-aryl hydroxamic acid are helpful on the breast cancer cell line."It is at an initial stage so cannot say right now if this will be an alternative to chemotherapy. But, if our research moves in the right direction then this can be a positive option. Also, it will be much less painful than chemotherapy," she said."Drugs presently available in the market are very expensive. The primary lab test that we are conducting is also costly, but once we get into the phase of producing ..
Haemorrhagic stroke highest in northeastern states: Study
One in three people, between 30-69 years, living in India's northeastern states, suffered premature deaths due to haemorrhagic stroke in 2015, and were about three times higher than the national average, alarming research, led by one of an Indian-origin, has found.
Assam govt committed to provide quality health care to people
Assam government is committed towards providing quality health care to the people of the state and Atal Amrit Abhiyan has been a major move in this direction, state Health and Family Welfare Minister Pijush Hazarika said today. Stating that nearly 1.6 crore people of the state have received health cards under this scheme, Hazarika said it is targeted to cover nearly 92 per cent of the total population within the next six months. Inaugurating a free mega health camp here under the aegis of Atal Amrit Abhiyan, he laid emphasis on the scheme covering nearly 60 hospitals across the country and about 4,600 patients from the state receiving quality health care since April last. The minister congratulated the Asha workers present in the camp for their commitment and contribution to the health care sector. The free mega health camp was organised to register patients for health cards under the scheme and free health check-up under different medical departments. The participating
Dr Reddy's to appeal US District Court's decision on sale of generic Suboxone film
Pharma major Dr Reddy's Laboratories today said it will appeal the decision of the US District Court of New Jersey regarding further sales and commercialisation of its Buprenorphine and Naloxone sublingual film in America. "The company disagrees with the court's decision, and will vigorously appeal it," Dr Reddy's said in a BSE filing. The company intends to appeal the decision made by the US District Court of New Jersey in a preliminary injunction hearing with respect to further sales and commercialisation of its product in the US, it added. The Hyderabad-based firm had announced the receipt of approval by one of its wholly owned subsidiaries from the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) on June 15, 2018, Dr Reddy's said. The approval was for the company's Buprenorphine and Naloxone sublingual film in various strengths for the US market. It is the generic version of Indivior UK's Suboxone sublingual film. The product is indicated for treatment of opioid dependence.
Safdarjung Hospital to run OPDs for 12 hrs a day, resident docs raises concern
The Union Health Ministry has decided to run out-patient departments at the Centre-run Safdarjung hospital for 12 hours a day as a pilot project, with the hospital's Resident Doctors Association (RDA) demanding recruitment of more doctors for effective implementation of the move. At present, OPDs in most government hospitals, including in Safdarjung, run for five hours a day, from 8 am to 1 pm with special afternoon clinics being operational for certain ailments like diabetes. Under the new proposal, the OPDs will be operational from 8 am to 8 pm. "The move is aimed at providing medical services to the patients round the clock," a health ministry official said. Once it is implemented successfully at Safdarjung hospital, the same will be replicated at other central government hospitals, an official said. However the Resident Doctors Association (RDA) at Safdarjung hospital said the move would create more pressure on them. "We are not against the proposal but the administration has to .
Omega 3 fatty acids hold the key stop cancer
A study has found that a class of molecules formed when the body metabolizes omega-3 fatty acids could inhibit the spreading and growth of cancer.In a recent study conducted at the University of Illinois, researchers have found that in mices, the molecules called endocannabinoids, are made naturally by the body and have similar properties to cannabinoids found in marijuana - but without the psychotropic effects.In mice with tumors of osteosarcoma - a bone cancer that is notoriously painful and difficult to treat - endocannabinoids slowed the growth of tumors and blood vessels, inhibited the cancer cells from migrating and caused cancer cell death."We have a built-in endocannabinoid system which is anti-inflammatory and pain-reducing. Now we see it is also anti-cancer, stopping the cells from proliferating or migrating," said a researcher Aditi Das."These molecules could address multiple problems: cancer, inflammation and pain," she added.In 2017, the Illinois team identified a new ...
Decoded: How Omega-3 fatty acid helps inhibit cancer's spread
While eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as fatty fish, certain nuts and seeds, have been known to prevent heart diseases and arthritis, a new research, led by one of Indian-origin, showed that omega-3 fatty byproducts may also have anti-cancer effects.
Molecular clock could make smartphone navigation more accurate
Researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a molecular clock on a chip which could one day significantly improve the accuracy and performance of navigation on smartphones and other consumer devices.
FDA approves first drug with potential for smallpox treatment
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Saturday approved the first drug with an indication for treatment of smallpox.
'Deaths due to cardiovascular disease on rise in India'
According to a recent study, deaths from cardiovascular disease are rising in India.Led by Dr. Prabhat Jha, the research found that rates of dying from ischaemic heart disease - cardiac issues caused by a narrowing of the heart's arteries - in populations aged 30 to 69 increased rapidly in rural areas of India and surpassed those in urban areas between the year 2000 and 2015.In contrast, the probability of dying from stroke decreased overall, but increased in India's northeastern states, where a third of premature stroke deaths occurred and only one sixth of the population lives. In these states, deaths due to stroke were about three times higher than the national average."The finding that cardiac disease rose nationally in India and that stroke rose in some states was surprising," said Dr. Jha. "This study also unearthed an important fact for prevention of death due to cardiovascular disease. Most deaths were among people with a previously known cardiac disease, and at least half ...
China pushes for lower cancer drug prices - Xinhua
SHANGHAI (Reuters) - China's new medical insurance regulator will begin negotiations with domestic and overseas pharmaceutical companies to lower prices of cancer drugs in a bid to cut the financial burden on patients, state news agency Xinhua said on Saturday.
Centre, state govt should review working of international NGOs : SJM
The RSS-affiliated SJM today demanded that both central and state governments must review the working of international NGOs which, it alleged, were promoting the interests of certain pharmaceutical firms producing contentious vaccines. Questions were being raised about the influence of pharmaceutical giants on the National Immunisation Program, Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) co-convener Ashwani Mahajan alleged in a statement. "SJM demands that all state governments and central government must review the working of the international NGOs active in their respective jurisdictions," it added. NGOs, such as Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Global Health Strategies (GHS), Programme for Appropriate Technology for Health(PATH) were already facing allegations of conflict of interests, the SJM alleged. The RSS' economic wing claimed that all these NGOs had been promoting the interests of certain pharmaceutical companies manufacturing "contentious" vaccines. Department of Financial Services ...
Man jumps to death from hospital building
A 38-year-old man, who was undergoing treatment for tuberculosis in a government hospital here, allegedly committed suicide on Friday after jumping from the third floor of hospital building, police said.
Trump arrives for meeting with Queen Elizabeth II
US President Donald Trump arrived for an audience with Queen Elizabeth II today -- a part of his four-day visit to Britain that has rankled with many Britons. Trump and his wife Melania watched a military ceremony together with the 92-year-old British monarch outside Windsor Castle and were due to have tea later.
Ayushman Bharat: Government partially yields to IMA demand for higher rates
Bowing to pressure from the Indian Medical Association (IMA), the the only representative voluntary organisation of the country's private doctors, the government on Friday agreed to a higher package for hospitals treating poor beneficiaries of Ayushman Bharat, or Modicare, under certain conditions.
Fortis will grow stronger under IHH ownership: Singh brothers
Former Fortis promoters, Singh brothers today said the hospital chain will grow stronger under the new ownership of IHH Healthcare. Similarly, Munjals-Burmans combine which did not participate in the fresh round of bidding, also hoped that the Malaysian chain will bring its global capabilities to India, and take Fortis to new heights. Congratulating IHH and Fortis in their new partnership, Malvinder Singh and Shivinder Singh said in a joint statement, "We are confident that the organisation will grow stronger under the new ownership, continuing to deliver world class quality care and always putting patients first". The brothers, who have denied allegations that they took funds from the company further said, "We are very happy to note the successful completion and selection of IHH as the partner for Fortis". In a separate joint statement, Hero Enterprise Chairman Sunil Kant Munjal and Dabur India Chairman Anand C Burman congratulated IHH Healthcare on being selected the new partner for