WHO Issues Guidelines to Shield Kids from Junk Food Ads.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued guidelines stating aggressive marketing of unhealthy foods contributes to poor dietary choices among children
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Dermatologist Warns Don’t Rely Solely on SPF in Makeup
Dermatologists emphasize the importance of sunscreen for comprehensive protection against UVA and UVB ray. With the increasing awareness of the damaging effects of the sun’s rays on the skin, many people have become diligent about applying SPF sunscreen. However, a common misconception is that using makeup products with SPF is enough to protect the skin … Read more
Alarming Figures Revealed: Over 10 Crore Individuals Affected by Diabetes in India, Finds ICMR Study
Over 10 Crore Individuals Affected by Diabetes in India
CDC Raises Alarm as HMPV Virus Surges in the US, Highlights Symptoms
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about a significant rise in cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) across the United States, according to a report by CNN. HMPV, known to cause both upper and lower respiratory diseases, poses a particular threat to individuals of all age groups, especially young children, … Read more
Gender inequality causes stress in women’s brains, according to a new study
A first-of-its-kind study suggests that gender disparity causes stress in women’s brains. Researchers from more than 70 institutions discovered that the outer thickness of the right region of women’s brains was thinner than men’s in countries with higher levels of gender inequality, but there was no significant difference in countries with lower levels of gender … Read more
The first baby born with DNA from three people
According to the fertility commission, the first baby containing DNA from three people was born in the UK following a particular IVF technique. According to sources, as of April 20 this year, the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) verified “less than five” babies were born in the UK following mitochondrial donation treatment (MDT). The … Read more
Ten children became ill after consuming food during a wedding reception in Badaun, Uttar Pradesh
A health department official said on Monday that ten youngsters were hospitalised after complaining of vomiting and stomach ache after eating at a wedding reception in Uttar Pradesh’s Budaun. According to Chief Medical Officer Pradeep Varshney, a suspected case of food poisoning occurred in the Ushait area on Sunday. He claimed the children had been … Read more
Bharat Biotech unveils prices of nasal spray against Covid
Bharat Biotech International Limited on Tuesday said its COVID-19 intranasal vaccine iNCOVACC, which is now available on CoWIN portal, is priced at ₹800 (excluding GST) for private markets and ₹325 (excluding GST) for government supplies. A press release from the vaccine maker said the jab will be rolled out in the fourth week of January … Read more
Women are less likely to survive sudden cardiac arrest than men! Why?
Women have a lower survival rate from sudden cardiac arrest, partly because bystanders are slower to provide resuscitation to women than men, according to a study published this week. The researchers also found that primary care visits substantially rose in the weeks before a sudden cardiac arrest. The scientists believe this shows there are more … Read more
Omicron BF.7: Cases of highly infectious strain rise in India, know common and unusual symptoms
Three cases of Omicron BF.7 strain, that is driving the current wave of Covid infections in China, have been detected in India so far. The first case of the highly infectious strain with greater transmissibility was detected in Gujarat earlier in October. With 2 in Gujarat and 1 in Odisha, the number of Omicron BF.7 … Read more
7 healthy foods you must eat in winter
A healthy winter diet is essential to stay well in the cold season. It’s important to eat a variety of foods to boost your health in winter and ensure you are getting all the essential nutrients your body needs. READ | Best heart-healthy foods for winters There are many foods, specifically available and enjoyed during … Read more
Health benefits of having Amla juice
Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, is known for its use in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years in treating and preventing diseases. Amla berries are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, amino acids, minerals, polyphenols, and dietary fiber. Incorporating this super fruit into the diet in fresh or dried forms can work wonders for the skin, … Read more
Pros and cons of Pineapple Diet?
When it comes to lose weight, numerous people opt for fad diets that promise fast results using questionable methods. These plans are typically very low in calories, restrict many healthy foods, and involve following strict rules, like eating only one food. Even though any type of low-calorie diet can result in rapid weight loss, there … Read more
What is Zika Virus? Causes, symptoms, cure and more
Zika Virus: The Health Department is on high alert after the first case of Zika virus was reported in a five-year-old girl. The girl from Raichur district in north Karnataka was infected with fever on November 13, after which she was admitted to a Government Hospital in Sindhanur. The symptoms were initially detected as Dengue, … Read more
Don’t miss to know importance of Cancer Screening
Cancer screening is an important part of overall healthcare. This is because the effective way to survive cancer is to detect the disease at an early stage and completely eliminate it from the body, before the cancerous cells spread to the rest of the body. There exist ways to identify the presence of cancer even … Read more