Heavy rainfall lashes Kerala, IMD issues red alert for Ernakulam and Thrissur
With heavy rains lashing various parts of Kerala, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for Ernakulam and Thrissur.
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Managing Childhood Injuries: Addressing Falls as the Most Common and Deadly Threat
Childhood injury is one of the leading causes of death globally. Out of all childhood injuries, falls are the most common causes of injury. Though most injuries sustained from falls may be minor, falls from height causing multiple severe injuries may be a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, with long-term sequelae of severe cognitive and physical disabilities.
Study shows nanoplastics found in human testicles, may be linked to declining men's sperm count
A new study revealed microplastics and nanoplastics have found their way into human testicles with scientists believing it might be the leading cause of declining sperm count in men.
WHO report suggest record spike in sexually transmitted infections
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as syphilis are on the rise in most regions of the world, UN health agency WHO said in a new report on Tuesday.
Meteor lights up sky above Portugal, Spain, skygazers left amazed
Portugal and Spain witnessed a rare celestial event recently when a giant blue shiny light was seen moving across the night sky.
Benign nail condition linked to rare syndrome that greatly increases cancer risk, reveals study
Scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have discovered that the presence of a benign nail abnormality may lead to the diagnosis of a rare inherited disorder that increases the risk of developing cancerous tumors of the skin, eyes, kidneys and the tissue that lines the chest and abdomen.
WHO updates list of drug-resistant bacteria which is threatening human health
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday released its updated Bacterial Priority Pathogens List (BPPL) 2024, featuring 15 families of antibiotic-resistant bacteria grouped into critical, high and medium categories for prioritization.
Crimes against nature: UN puts environmental legislation under scrutiny
Global efforts to prevent crimes against nature and bring offenders to justice are being hampered by glaring differences in environmental protection laws among countries and regions, UN crime prevention experts said on Friday.
Study shows poor health and early death caused by metabolism-related risk factors has increased by 50% since 2000
The latest findings from the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) 2021, published today in The Lancet(link is external), provide new insights into health challenges and the risk factors that are driving them.
Women are 40% more likely to experience depression during the perimenopause, study shows
Women are 40% more likely to experience depression in the perimenopause than those who aren’t experiencing any menopausal symptoms, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.
Wastewater reveals socioeconomic link to alcohol consumption, study finds
People from a higher socioeconomic status drink more alcohol on average than those of lower socioeconomic background, according to new research from The University of Queensland.
Spending time in nature is good for us, reveals study
Spending time in nature is good for us. Studies have shown that contact with nature can lift our well-being by affecting emotions, influencing thoughts, reducing stress and improving physical health. Even brief exposure to nature can help.
Kolkata's BM Birla Heart Hospital hosts knowledge sharing workshop on Redo Valve Cardiac Surgery
Kolkata/IBNS: Kolkata's BM Birla Heart Hospital hosted a knowledge sharing and learning workshop on Redo Valve Cardiac Surgery last week.
Limit tea, coffee intake; avoid consumption before and after meals: Top medical body
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has advised moderation in tea and coffee consumption, the two beloved beverages in Indian culture, warning them of having potential health concerns if consumed excessively.
‘Untold harm to nature’ from wildlife trafficking, says UN crime agency
Despite two decades of worldwide efforts, more than 4,000 precious wildlife species still fall prey to trafficking every year, a new report by the UN crime and drugs prevention office, UNODC, showed on Monday.
First human recipient of pig kidney transplant dies
The first recipient of a modified pig kidney transplant died on Saturday, around two months after the surgery was carried out in the US's Boston.
3 dead, 59 injured as huge billboard collapses on fuel station during Mumbai dust storm
New Delhi/IBNS: At least three died and 59 others are feared trapped under the debris of a massive billboard that collapsed on a fuel station amid a strong dust storm in Mumbai's Ghatkopar on Monday evening.
UN teams dispatch aid as deadly flash floods strike northern Afghanistan
UN humanitarian teams scrambled to get lifesaving aid to communities devastated by deadly flash floods in northeastern Afghanistan over the weekend.
What India should eat: 17 dietary guidelines by ICMR-NIN to avoid obesity, diabetes, and heart diseases
India's top medical body Indian Council of Medical Research and National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN) has released a set of 17 dietary guidelines to combat the rising risk of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular ailments, virtually offering a menu card to good health.
In a rare spectacle, Aurora Borealis dazzles night skies of Ladakh amid intense solar storms
An astounding display of the northern lights and southern lights has fascinated people worldwide after a powerful solar storm's impact on Earth, illuminating the night sky with vivid hues.
Study says climbing stairs is associated with a longer life
Climbing stairs is associated with a longer life, according to research presented today at ESC Preventive Cardiology 2024, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
PepsiCo starts trials to replace palm oil in Lays' chips with healthier alternatives in India
New Delhi: Multinational snack manufacturer PepsiCo India has started trials to replace palm oil with a combination of sunflower oil and palmolein in its popular Lay’s chips, to sell its comparatively healthier version for Indian consumers.
Working on night shifts can raise chances of diabetes and obesity, study shows
Just a few days on a night shift schedule throws off protein rhythms related to blood glucose regulation, energy metabolism and inflammation, processes that can influence the development of chronic metabolic conditions.
WHO chief confirms there is no sign yet of H5N1 bird flu spreading between humans
The H5N1 avian influenza virus has so far shown no signs of adapting to allow human-to-human transmission, the UN health agency said on Wednesday, urging continued surveillance.
UN agency says extreme heat, hurricanes, droughts ravage Latin America and Caribbean
2023 saw another climate record tumble, with Latin America and the Caribbean registering their hottest ever recorded temperatures, according to the UN’s weather monitoring agency.
Pet dog bites girl inside Noida housing society lift, video goes viral
A video has gone viral on social media which shows a young girl attacked by a pet dog inside the lift of a posh Noida housing society.
Pharmaceutical major AstraZeneca decides to withdraw Covid-19 vaccine citing 'commercial reasons'
The maker of Covishield, AstraZeneca, has decided to withdraw its Covid-19 vaccine citing "commercial reasons".
Scientists alert April 2024 was the hottest on record
The world endured the hottest April month this year, as per data revealed by the European Union’s climate monitoring service Copernicus.
World Asthma Day: Kolkata's CMRI launches 'Severe Asthma Clinic'
Kolkata/IBNS: Observing World Asthma Day, the Calcutta Medical Research Institute (CMRI) in Kolkata on Tuesday announced the launch of 'Severe Asthma Clinic' to provide treatment for asthma and lung related problems.
US is witnessing a surge in new COVID-19 variant named FLiRT
The United States is witnessing an uptick in new COVID-19 variant cases, triggering concern over a potential summer wave.