Here are the top medical news for the day: Research produces new antibiotic-resistant to bacterial resistance Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago and Harvard University have created an antibiotic that could provide medicine with a fresh tool to combat drug-resistant bacteria and their associated diseases. Published in Nature Chemical Biology, the antibiotic, Cresomycin, effectively […]
Lucknow: In a battle against filariasis, the Uttar Pradesh government has initiated a door-to-door administration of anti-filarial medications across several districts as part of the Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign. The Yogi Adityanath government has set an ambitious target to eradicate filariasis from the state by 2026, aligning with the Central government’s goal to achieve nationwide […]
While arthritis is difficult, rheumatoid arthritis is debilitating. As opposed to typical wear-and-tear arthritis, RA is an autoimmune disease in which your body’s immune system unintentionally attacks your joints, especially your knees. Consider it as a friendly fire that causes discomfort, stiffness, edema, and suffering. Over time, RA can have a substantial impact on your […]
Cambridge: AstraZeneca’s Tagrisso (osimertinib) with the addition of chemotherapy has been approved in the US for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic epidermal growth factor receptor-mutated (EGFRm) non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The approval following a Priority Review by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was based on the results from […]
In the late 18th century, smallpox was a major public health problem. It was a highly contagious viral disease that killed millions. There was no known cure for smallpox, In 1796, an English physician named Edward Jenner developed a new vaccine for smallpox. Jenner noticed cowpox-exposed milkmaids gained immunity against smallpox, he hypothesized that cowpox […]
New Delhi: India is set to witness its first Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) which will operate from All India Institute for Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Rishikesh. Through HEMS, the government intends to expand medical outreach and access to trauma care services to a wider population across the country using helicopters. Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia […]
Sleep is critical for our overall well-being, which is fundamental in maintaining brain health and cognitive function. Adequate sleep supports memory consolidation, emotional regulation, and optimal decision-making, ultimately enhancing productivity and quality of life. To a large extent, the amount of sleep determines our brain health. But it is worth noting that our sleep requirements […]
New Delhi: In a notable development of the Kayakalp facilities, the count of Public Health Facilities up to District Hospitals, has witnessed a substantial rise, soaring from 97 in the fiscal year 2015-16 to an impressive 13,915 in the fiscal year 2021-22. The evolving landscape introduced a new thematic dimension in the criteria for these facilities […]
New Delhi: Pharmaceuticals firm Wockhardt Ltd has reported narrowing of consolidated net loss to Rs 86 crore for the third quarter ended December 31, 2023. The company had incurred a loss of Rs 102 crore in the third quarter last fiscal, Wockhardt Ltd said in a regulatory filing. Revenue from operations during the quarter under review […]
High cumulative oxytocin doses during labour tied to adverse postpartum outcomes suggests a new study published in the European Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Biology. The reproductive hormone oxytocin facilitates labour, birth and postpartum adaptations for women and newborns. Synthetic oxytocin is commonly given to induce or augment labour and to decrease postpartum […]