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Gorakhpur has become hub for education, health investments: CM Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday inaugurated the Sainik School in Gorakhpur in the presence of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and said that Gorakhpur is progressing rapidly under the inspiration and guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing the inauguration programme, Adityanath said that Gorakhpur has become the dream destination for education, health and investment in the region. "Today the sacred purpose of building generations is fulfilled through Sainik School. This is an important day for eastern Uttar Pradesh," he said. Adityanath said that Gorakhpur has been an important place mythologically and historically. It is the place of worship of Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath ji and also the centre for the publication of Sanatan literature all over the world through Gita Press. In the fight for freedom, during the first freedom struggle of 1857, under the leadership of Shaheed Bandhu Singh, the foundations of British rule were shaken in the Gorakhpur

Gorakhpur has become hub for education, health investments: CM Adityanath
Updated On : 07 Sep 2024 | 5:48 PM IST

India's largest Chandipura outbreak in 20 years with 82 deaths, says WHO

The Ministry of Health recorded 245 AES cases with 82 deaths (33 per cent fatality) in 43 districts from June this year to August 15

India's largest Chandipura outbreak in 20 years with 82 deaths, says WHO
Updated On : 29 Aug 2024 | 12:06 PM IST

Vacancies, pay, health: RDSO report flags challenges train controllers face

A study by the Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO), which functions under the Railway Ministry, has found that train controllers face multiple challenges at work including "unattractive" pay scale, huge stress due to vacancy leading to health concerns, and a lack of basic amenities. The report, which was submitted to the Railway Board recently, said section controllers perform high-strain jobs, their task made more difficult by the around 15-20 per cent vacancy, medically-decategorised officers posted in the department and the absence of appropriate reward either in terms of money, or esteem and career growth. Titled 'The challenges faced by Section Controllers in carrying out their duties effectively' the report aims at exploring improvements in selection procedure, training, and infrastructures for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of train operations. The Indian Railways is one of the largest networks in the world with thousands of trains traversing various

Vacancies, pay, health: RDSO report flags challenges train controllers face
Updated On : 26 Aug 2024 | 12:24 AM IST

WHO calls for surveillance, sharing of vaccines to combat mpox outbreak

Recently, Sweden confirmed the first case of mpox Clade I, a viral infection that spreads through close contact

WHO calls for surveillance, sharing of vaccines to combat mpox outbreak
Updated On : 16 Aug 2024 | 1:26 PM IST

WHO declares mpox public health emergency of international concern

The mpox has been detected in 10 African nations this year, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said

WHO declares mpox public health emergency of international concern
Updated On : 15 Aug 2024 | 7:33 AM IST

Feeling lack of purpose, personal growth could be signal of dementia: Study

The feeling that one's life lacks purpose and that there are fewer opportunities for personal growth could be a very early sign of dementia, according to a study. Researchers found that among older adults, these aspects of psychological wellbeing noticeably declined three to six years before a diagnosis of mild cognitive impairment, in which one's memory and thinking is affected, yet not to the extent that it interferes with their daily functioning. Mild cognitive impairment is often seen to precede dementia, in which the symptoms become severe enough to interfere with daily activities. The researchers, including those at China Agricultural University's Department of Nutrition and Health, said that while there is mounting evidence linking psychological well-being to brain ageing and related disorders, such as dementia, much of it focuses on the aspect of one's sense of purpose and not others, including personal growth. For the study, published in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurge

Feeling lack of purpose, personal growth could be signal of dementia: Study
Updated On : 13 Aug 2024 | 2:57 PM IST

WHO lists 30 pathogens likely to cause next pandemic, check the list here

30 pathogens are likely to trigger the next global public health crisis, claims WHO. More than 200 scientists surveyed some 1,652 pathogen species to reduce it down to 30 priority pandemic triggers

WHO lists 30 pathogens likely to cause next pandemic, check the list here
Updated On : 08 Aug 2024 | 4:38 PM IST

Mpox outbreak in many African countries: Know symptoms, treatment and more

Mpox, also known as monkeypox, is a viral disease that causes painful skin boils as well as fever, headache, and muscle aches. It is spread by close contact between people

Mpox outbreak in many African countries: Know symptoms, treatment and more
Updated On : 07 Aug 2024 | 4:44 PM IST

Is lung cleansing effective for prevention of lung cancer? Check details

Lung cleansing, or lung detoxification, is said to be the process to clean the lungs of pollutants, toxins and mucus. Here's all you need to know about lung cleansing

Is lung cleansing effective for prevention of lung cancer? Check details
Updated On : 05 Aug 2024 | 3:37 PM IST

Nearly 3 mn dog bite cases reported in 2023, 286 persons died: Govt

Nearly 30.5 lakh cases of dog bites were reported during 2023 leading to death of 286 persons, the government informed Parliament on Tuesday. "As per the data captured in the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) implemented by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, total 30,43,339 number of dog bite cases reported during 2023. During the year, 286 persons died due to dog bite," Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh said in a written reply to the Lok Sabha. The number of anti-rabies shots for dog bite cases during the year 2023 was 46,54,398 as reported by National Centre for Disease Control. The health ministry has been implementing the National Rabies Control Programme since the 12th five-year plan in all states/Union Territories, except for Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep, to prevent and control rabies in the country. "Further, dog population management is one of the key functions for controlling dog

Nearly 3 mn dog bite cases reported in 2023, 286 persons died: Govt
Updated On : 30 Jul 2024 | 7:13 PM IST

Teflon Flu cases surge in US, illness caused by overheating non-stick pan

Upon heating a non-stick utensil above 500 degrees Fahrenheit, the chemicals in nonstick coating may break down, releasing toxic fumes that contribute to "Teflon flu"

Teflon Flu cases surge in US, illness caused by overheating non-stick pan
Updated On : 29 Jul 2024 | 6:08 PM IST

Health Budget focuses on strengthening state drug regulatory systems

In 2024-25, the Health Budget has allocated around Rs 75 crore for strengthening state drug regulatory systems, which is up from Rs 52 crore in the revised estimates of 2023-24

Health Budget focuses on strengthening state drug regulatory systems
Updated On : 25 Jul 2024 | 12:31 AM IST

LG claims Kejriwal's health decline due to 'willful low calorie intake'

Lt Governor VK Saxena alleged that prison reports indicated Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal was "intentionally" consuming fewer calories than medically recommended

LG claims Kejriwal's health decline due to 'willful low calorie intake'
Updated On : 20 Jul 2024 | 12:42 PM IST

Rising cases of mosquito-borne diseases alarms authorities in Maharashtra

Chikungunya cases have more than doubled since last year in Maharashtra, and the number of dengue cases has shot up to 3736 since the beginning of this year

Rising cases of mosquito-borne diseases alarms authorities in Maharashtra
Updated On : 18 Jul 2024 | 1:33 PM IST

UnitedHealth beats Q2 profit estimates, raises Change Healthcare hack costs

UnitedHealth currently estimated the total 2024 impact from the hack to be between $1.90 to $2.05 per share. It had previously projected a hit of $1.15 to $1.35 per share

UnitedHealth beats Q2 profit estimates, raises Change Healthcare hack costs
Updated On : 16 Jul 2024 | 5:11 PM IST

Laughter the best medicine in Japan: Local govt passes new health law

Explained: Japan's Yamagata prefecture's has introduced a new laughter ordinance aiming to promote better physical and mental health in the community

Laughter the best medicine in Japan: Local govt passes new health law
Updated On : 12 Jul 2024 | 2:59 PM IST

What is the brain-eating amoeba behind the recent deaths in Kerala?

The brain-eating amoeba enters the body through the nose during swimming, travels to the brain, and destroys brain tissue causing swelling

What is the brain-eating amoeba behind the recent deaths in Kerala?
Updated On : 04 Jul 2024 | 2:05 PM IST

Eli Lilly's popular drug Mounjaro stuck at Indian regulators' counter

Eli Lilly's Mounjaro, a blockbuster diabetes medication and a highly popular obesity treatment is still awaiting approval from CDSCO despite a SEC clearance

Eli Lilly's popular drug Mounjaro stuck at Indian regulators' counter
Updated On : 04 Jul 2024 | 12:09 PM IST

Free treatment to all aged above 70 yrs under Ayushman Bharat scheme: Prez

All citizens aged above 70 years will be provided free treatment under the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme, President Droupadi Murmu said on Thursday. The opening of 25,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras in the country is also progressing at a fast pace, she said while addressing the joint sitting of Parliament. Under the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), free health services are being provided to 55 crore beneficiaries, Murmu said. "Further, the Government is going to take yet another decision in this area. Now all the elderly above 70 years of age will also be covered and get the benefit of free treatment under Ayushman Bharat Yojana," the President said. Today, India is emerging as a leader in every sector from IT to Tourism and from Health to Wellness, she stated. The AB-PMJAY, the largest publicly funded health insurance scheme in the world, aims to provide health cover of Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation t

Free treatment to all aged above 70 yrs under Ayushman Bharat scheme: Prez
Updated On : 27 Jun 2024 | 3:13 PM IST

Physical inactivity on the rise in India: What it means for your health?

Health crisis: Around 49.4 per cent of adults in India are physically inactive, while in Pakistan, the rate is 45.7 per cent, the latest report by Lancet indicates

Physical inactivity on the rise in India: What it means for your health?
Updated On : 27 Jun 2024 | 1:28 AM IST