New Delhi, September 3, 2024 — In a significant regulatory move, the Indian government has announced a ban on 156 combination drugs, including widely used medications such as paracetamol and cetirizine. This decision comes after a thorough review by the Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTAB), which found that the banned drugs lack therapeutic justification and … Read more
New Delhi, Aug 20 (Live8040): In a significant step towards combating the rising tuberculosis (TB) crisis in India, Indian health-tech startup Salcit Technologies has announced its exploration of using Google’s Health Acoustic Representations (HeAR) model to enhance the early detection of TB through the analysis of cough sounds. The collaboration, disclosed by Google on Tuesday, … Read more
Date: August 19, 2024 Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is a viral disease that has been making headlines due to its increasing cases in various parts of the world. While it is less severe than smallpox, its symptoms can still be distressing and lead to complications if not properly managed. Understanding the symptoms of mpox … Read more
Date: August 19, 2024 India, the world’s largest producer and exporter of spices, is facing a significant challenge to its reputation as nearly 12% of spice samples tested between May and July 2024 have failed to meet quality and safety standards. According to data recently released by health authorities, 474 out of 4,054 samples tested … Read more
Chennai, August 19 (Live8040): General Sundararajan Padmanabhan, a distinguished former Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army, passed away on Monday in Chennai. He was 83 years old. His death marks the end of an era for the Indian military, where he left an indelible mark through his leadership and service. General Padmanabhan, who … Read more
New Delhi, Aug 19 (Live8040): In a concerning development amidst the ongoing global spread of Mpox, the Philippines has reported its first laboratory-confirmed case of the infectious disease. The patient, a 33-year-old man with no recent travel history, was diagnosed, marking a significant moment in the country’s public health landscape. The confirmation came from the … Read more
New Delhi, Aug 19 (Live8040): In a concerning development amidst the ongoing global spread of Mpox, the Philippines has reported its first laboratory-confirmed case of the infectious disease. The patient, a 33-year-old man with no recent travel history, was diagnosed, marking a significant moment in the country’s public health landscape. The confirmation came from the … Read more
Date: August 16, 2024 Islamabad: Pakistan has reported its first three confirmed cases of monkeypox, according to a statement released by the National Institute of Health (NIH) on Wednesday. The cases have been identified in the cities of Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, marking the first known instances of the viral disease within the country. The … Read more
Date: August 16, 2024 Islamabad: Pakistan has reported its first three confirmed cases of monkeypox, according to a statement released by the National Institute of Health (NIH) on Wednesday. The cases have been identified in the cities of Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, marking the first known instances of the viral disease within the country. The … Read more
Geneva, August 15, 2024 — The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially declared a global emergency in response to the rapid spread of the monkeypox virus. The announcement, made by WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, comes after a surge in cases across multiple continents, prompting heightened concerns among public health officials. The decision to … Read more
