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The hospitals are unable to handle the heavy rush of patients due to space crunch in in-patient wings and hence the patients are being sent back to homes after treating them or two patients are made to share a single bed

While development of a dengue vaccine has been perennially in the making, the recent launch of the third phase of clinical trials of dengue vaccine in India by ICMR with Panacea Biotec, has raised hopes over the availability of a dengue vaccine to the general public in the next few years.

The physicians, meanwhile, have urged people to carefully monitor their dengue related symptoms during the ongoing season of viral fevers

Even as these diseases, commonly known as non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are posing significant health risks, adopting a healthy lifestyle may be crucial and can dramatically help reduce the risks.

The robotic surgery program has reached the milestone by conducting procedures in diverse specialties, including urology, colorectal surgery, cardiac surgery, pediatric surgery, head and neck surgery, gynecology, and general surgery, a press release said

The WHO has declared mpox a global health emergency due to its rapid spread in Africa, particularly in Congo, where over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths have occurred. The virus's new strain may be more transmissible. WHO urges global action, with a focus on vaccines and resources to control the outbreak.

While India celebrates the Independence Day on Thursday, Sri Satya Gaura Chandra Dasa Prabhu of Hare Krishna Movement raisess an important issue of how one can get real independence spiritually. He simplifies the process and suggests the spiritual route to attain real independence

Swiggy announced that users can now complete UPI transactions directly within the app, streamlining the payment process from five steps to just one. Anurag Panganamamula, Head of Revenue and Growth at Swiggy, stated, “This feature supports our mission to offer unmatched convenience, as UPI becomes a preferred payment method.”

Globally, over 24 million people are living with dementia, and diagnoses are rising with an aging population. Annually, approximately 4.6 million new cases are reported, translating to one diagnosis every 7 seconds. By 2040, the number of dementia cases is projected to double, reaching 81.1 million worldwide.

A majority of the robotic procedures were conducted by departments of Urology, Gastro intestinal surgery and surgical oncology

Prolonged exposure to loud volumes through headphones or earphones can lead to permanent hearing loss. Listening at high levels regularly damages the ear's delicate structures, causing irreversible impairment. Monitoring volume and taking breaks are essential to protect your hearing.

Uterine fibroids are benign tumors that commonly develop in women during their childbearing years. The rising incidence of these fibroids has become a significant gynecological concern among young women in the country, though the exact cause remains unclear. Genetics and certain lifestyle factors are often linked to the condition.

Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS)-Adilabad has been flooded by patients of viral fevers in recent times. Officials of the institute said that over 50 percent of total outpatients were diagnosed with various fevers including dengue

Speaking to Telangana Today, senior consultant and Head-Medical Oncologist at Star Hospitals, Dr. Sainath Bhethanabhotla, said patients tend to search their symptoms, rather than their disease or learning about the root-cause of the problem.

The countries from where such drugs can be made available directly in India include USA, UK, Japan, Canada and the European Union.

Wearable devices, especially medical-grade ones, have become popular, particularly among younger people keen on monitoring their health. While treating the body as a temple is commendable, extreme measures can be counterproductive.

At Manam we work with farmers using custom-built proprietary technologies to make chocolate with existing Indian genetics, says Chaitanya Muppala

Researchers at the University of California-Davis’ MIND Institute conducted the first study examining how neighborhood factors affect ADHD symptoms in both autistic and non-autistic children. The results could inform public policy changes to enhance health equity.

Speaking at a seminar on Food Processing & Packaging and Global Trends, Rupesh Patel, co-founder of Healthy Honest Foods, noted that frozen Indian curries are in high demand among Indian communities and students abroad. He highlighted that Indian food has become more accessible globally since the pandemic.

World Breastfeeding Week, observed in the first week of August annually and supported by the World Health Organization and UNICEF, has the 2024 theme "Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All." While the benefits of breastfeeding for infants are well-known, its impact on maternal mental health, particularly postpartum depression, is equally important but less discussed.

The collection includes Mango Malas, where traditional elegance meets modern sophistication. Each piece is meticulously crafted to symbolize prosperity and beauty, making them perfect for the auspicious Varalaxmi occasion.

A group of researchers from Hyderabad have unraveled the intricate mechanism and the important role that a gene known as Alpha-synuclein (SNCA) plays in the disease.

Marfan Sydrome, which is a connective tissue disorder, was passed on to the mother from her grandmother and then from her to her two sons

Dr. Sudhir Kumar from Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, stated on X that inadequate sleep can lead to problems such as poor attention, focus, concentration, and memory.