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Tripura: 1790 persons infected by HIV/AIDS in 2023-24

JNCASR team develops new tech for early, accurate detection of HIV

Scientists at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), an autonomous institution under the Department of Science and Technology, have developed a novel diagnostic technology to aid in the early and accurate detection of the human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) -- a retrovirus responsible for the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

2 days ago

Indian scientists develop method to create hydrogels to boost drug delivery

Researchers from Bose Institute, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) in Kolkata, have developed a new way to create hydrogels using tiny protein fragments of just five amino acids from the SARS-CoV-1 virus.

24 days ago

Healthcare sector at forefront of nanotechnology innovation

Nanotechnology Revolutionizing Healthcare and Tech Sectors

Healthcare is leading in nanotechnology innovation, with applications in diagnostics, drug delivery, and medical imaging. Commercialization of nanotechnology varies by sector, with technology and healthcare sectors seeing faster commercialization due to high investment.

Sep 30, 2024

India Braces for Potential Covid-19 Outbreak Amid Global Surge

India is being urged to prepare for a potential Covid-19 outbreak due to rising global cases. The recent surge in India is attributed to the KP variants, which belong to the Omicron lineage. Several states in India are seeing an increase in Covid cases, with the highly transmissible KP.1 and KP.2 strains responsible for the surge

Aug 30, 2024

Indian Immunologicals' new nasal, needle-free Covid vaccine a 'gamechanger': Study

Innovative Nasal COVID-19 Vaccine by Indian Immunologicals Turns Out To Be Potential Gamechanger

The scientific community has been focusing on the development of vaccines, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. A significant breakthrough in this field is the development of a novel nasal and needle-free COVID-19 vaccine by Indian Immunologicals, a Hyderabad-based company.

Aug 27, 2024

US FDA approves updated Covid-19 vaccines against currently circulating variants

FDA Gives Emergency Nod to Updated Covid-19 Vaccines -- Comirnaty and Spikevax

The FDA has authorized emergency use of updated mRNA Covid-19 vaccines targeting current virus variants. The vaccines, Comirnaty and Spikevax, are approved for individuals aged 12 and older, with Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines available for those aged 6 months to 11 years.

Aug 23, 2024

Can Mpox virus spread through air; what precautions you must take?

The Mpox virus, a zoonotic disease primarily found in the tropical rainforest areas of central and west Africa, has been causing concern among health experts worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the current outbreak, which has seen over 14,000 cases and 524 deaths, a global health emergency.

Aug 21, 2024

Number of Covid patients in South Korea expected to reach 350,000 next week

South Korea braces for mega Covid-19 surge; could reach 350,000 cases by next week

South Korea is bracing for a significant surge in Covid-19 cases, with a senior health ministry official predicting that the number of patients in the country could reach 350,000 by next week.

Aug 19, 2024

Eating fish laced with carcinogen formalin can damage your kidneys

Fear grips fish eaters as formalin causes kidney damage

The seafood-consuming community is disturbed from a recent revelation about the potential health risks associated with the consumption of fish preserved with formalin. This carcinogenic chemical, commonly used to keep seafood fresh, has been identified as a significant threat to human health, particularly to the kidneys.

Aug 14, 2024

Here's how SARS-CoV-2 virus is worsening kidney injuries post-Covid

The SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for the deadly Covid-19 pandemic, is worsening kidney injuries with protein depositions, according to a study.

Aug 11, 2024

AstraZeneca admits Covishield jab raises TTS risk. Should you be worried?

Thrombosis Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS) -- a blood clot disorder -- is a rare side effect of AstraZeneca's Covid vaccine, and the benefits far outweigh the risks of the jab, said doctors here on Tuesday.

Apr 30, 2024

India's COVID-19 battle: New cases decline, JN.1 variant emerges [details]

Despite the declining numbers, the emergence of the new JN.1 sub-variant, a descendent of the Omicron subvariant known as BA.2.86 or Pirola, has raised concerns. Kerala was the first state to report a case of this new variant.

Jan 8, 2024

COVID bulletin: India reports 756 new cases on Jan 7, five deaths [details]

The Union Health Ministry on Sunday said the country reported 756 new Covid-19 cases and five deaths in the last 24 hours.

Jan 7, 2024

WHO classifies COVID strain JN.1 'standalone variant of interest' amid rapid spread [details]

World Health Organization (WHO) has categorized the new COVID-19 variant, JN.1, as a "standalone variant of interest" due to the variant's ability to rapidly spread within communities.

Dec 21, 2023

As China grapples with pneumonia outbreak, India remains vigilant [read now]

A missive from the Union Health Secretary to states and union territories urges an immediate review of public health and hospital preparedness. This includes assessing the availability of human resources, hospital beds, influenza drugs and vaccines, medical oxygen, antibiotics, personal protective equipment, testing kits, reagents, and the functionality of oxygen plants and ventilators.

Nov 26, 2023

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