Paheli ki Saheli: Stayfree-UNICEF programme to educate adolescent girls on menstrual hygiene
Jun 01, 2018, at 01:47 pm
Kolkata, May 31 (IBNS): Johnson & Johnson’s leading sanitary napkin brand ‘Stayfree’ and UNICEF has created an entertainment education package as a communication tool to educate adolescent girls on menstrual hygiene.
Kerala jawan dies of suspected Nipah virus infection in Kolkata's hospital
Jun 01, 2018, at 01:24 pm
Kolkata, May 30 (IBNS): A jawan from Kerala, who was on duty at Indian Army's Eastern Command headquarter at Fort William in Kolkata, died of suspected Nipah virus infection on last Friday (May 25), reports said on Wednesday.
Kolkata: One soldier dies of suspected Nipah virus infection
Jun 01, 2018, at 12:39 pm
Kolkata, May 30 (IBNS): One soldier has died of suspected Nipah virus infection, which claimed 13 lives in Kerala so far, in Kolkata, media reports said.
Choose kidney-friendly diet while undergoing renal treatment: DaVita Kidney Care
May 30, 2018, at 02:16 am
Bengaluru, May 29 (IBNS) DaVita Kidney Care (India) Pvt. Ltd, a leading provider of kidney care services in India, on the occasion of World Nutrition Day (May 28) emphasized the importance of a kidney-friendly diet while undergoing renal treatment.
Death of Ebola patients who fled DRC hospital highlights dangers: WHO
May 26, 2018, at 06:00 pm
New York, Mar 26 (IBNS): The escape of three patients infected with the Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) from the hospital where they were being treated is “not unexpected”, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday, underlining the need to step up efforts to explain the dangers of the deadly disease to affected communities.
New health board aims to break ‘cycle of panic and neglect’ on pandemics
May 25, 2018, at 05:46 pm
New York, May 25 (IBNS): A group of international experts has been tasked with helping the planet to better prepare for outbreaks, pandemics and other emergencies that have an impact on health.
HIV/AIDS still impacting work and costing billions in lost earnings – new UN agency report
May 25, 2018, at 04:47 pm
New York, May 25 (IBNS): Outlining the economic and social toll HIV and AIDS continues to take on workers around the world, the International Labour Organization (ILO) called on Thursday for an “urgent effort” to improve treatment, step up testing and ensure healthier and more productive workplaces.
Ebola outbreak puts DR Congo on an ‘epidemiological knife-edge’
May 24, 2018, at 07:34 pm
New York, May 24 (IBNS): The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) remains on an “epidemiological knife-edge” regarding the spread of deadly Ebola disease, despite the quick response by authorities and international partners to the threat, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Wednesday.
Poverty compounding health challenges for Palestine refugees – UN agency
May 23, 2018, at 05:51 pm
Nerw York, May 23 (IBNS): Non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, cancer and smoking-related ailments, account for the majority of the chronic health problems confronting Palestine refugees across the Middle East, a new report by the United Nations agency which supports them, has found.
Nipah virus death toll rises to 10 in Kerala
May 22, 2018, at 09:37 pm
Thiruvanthapuram, May 22 (IBNS) : Ten people have so far died of the deadly Nipah virus in Kerala as it sets the alarm bell ringing high in the state, media reports said on Tuesday.
At global health forum, UN officials call for strong, people-focused health systems
May 22, 2018, at 02:37 pm
New York, May 22 (IBNS): Everyone, everywhere must have equal access to quality health care, said top United Nations officials on Monday, urging greater focus on comprehensive health and well-being.
Nipah virus claims three lives in Kerala
May 22, 2018, at 05:13 am
Thiruvananthapuram, May 21 (IBNS): A mysterious virus 'Nipah' has attacked Kerala's Kozhikode, which has claimed three lives from the same family, media reports said.
Union Health Minister asks NCDC Director to look into the spread of deadly Nipah virus in Kerala
May 21, 2018, at 07:31 pm
Thiruvnanthapuram, May 21 (IBNS): The Central government has rushed a team to Kerala to study the spread of the Nipah virus induced fever and take necessary steps to contain the virus, according to media reports on Monday.
Most deprived are more likely to develop dementia
May 18, 2018, at 09:14 pm
New York, May 18 (IBNS): Researchers analysed data from over 6000 adults born between 1902 and 1943 and found that the 20% most deprived adults were 50% more likely to develop dementia than the 20% least deprived adults.
Emergency meeting called as Ebola spreads to Congolese city – UN health agency
May 18, 2018, at 01:40 pm
New York, May 18 (IBNS): The World Health Organization (WHO) is convening an emergency meeting on Friday to “consider the international risks” of the latest outbreak of the deadly disease Ebola, which has now moved to an urban area of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
DR Congo: Ebola spreads to city from countryside, one new case registered
May 17, 2018, at 06:26 pm
Kinshasa, May 17 (IBNS): At least a new case has been registered as Ebola spread from countryside to a city in DR Congo, reports said on Thursday.
BM Birla Heart Research Centre is now offering advanced TAVI surgery
May 17, 2018, at 05:42 pm
Kolkata, May 17 (IBNS) In Western countries, TAVI has now become the most common go-to cardiac operation when it comes to minimally invasive surgical procedures for valve replacement, with almost 95% success rate, according to a top doctor at Kolkata's BM Birla Heart Research Centre which is now offering the advanced surgery.
Obese people more likely to smoke, says new gene research: WHO
May 17, 2018, at 02:19 pm
New York, May 17 (IBNS): New research indicates that people who are genetically prone to being overweight have a higher risk of taking up smoking - and they are likely to smoke more than average — UN scientists said on Wednesday.
Cabinet approves establishment of National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation at Bhopal
May 17, 2018, at 02:41 am
New Delhi, May 16 (IBNS): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the establishment of National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation (NIMHR) at Bhopal as a Society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 under the aegis of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.
Cabinet approves setting up of new AIIMS in Deoghar, Jharkhand
May 17, 2018, at 01:38 am
New Delhi, May 16 (IBNS): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved setting up of a new All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Deoghar in Jharkhand.
Circadian Rhythm disruption associated with mood disorders: Study
May 16, 2018, at 09:21 pm
London, May 16 (IBNS): Circadian rhythms, the natural variations in our behaviour and activity throughout a 24-hour period, are known to affect everything from hormones to eating habits.
UN health agency launches new diagnostic tool to ensure effective treatment
May 16, 2018, at 03:14 pm
New York, May 16 (IBNS): Although correctly identifying disease is essential for successful treatment, many have no way of accessing an accurate diagnosis, the United Nation health agency said on Tuesday, launching new tool to close this critical gap.
Eating right and keeping well during Ramadan: Experts suggest steps
May 16, 2018, at 12:12 am
London,May 15 (IBNS):Swapping fried food for grilled goodness, ditching samosas, swerving sugar and salt, and spending nights drinking as much water as possible could help millions of Muslims across the globe tackle the challenges of Ramadan.
Study shows yogurt may dampen chronic inflammation linked to multiple diseases
May 15, 2018, at 11:34 pm
New York, May 15 (IBNS): Inflammation can be good. It’s part of the body’s innate immune system, our first line of defense against illness and injury.
Job strain linked to onset of common mental illness: Study
May 15, 2018, at 08:56 pm
Sydney, May 15 (IBNS): Workplaces that reduce job strain could prevent up to 14 percent of new cases of common mental illness from occurring, according to new research led by the Black Dog Institute.
May 15, 2018, at 02:42 pm
New York, May 15 (IBNS): Industrially-produced trans-fats may give food a longer shelf life, but each year they also lead to the death of more than 500,000 people from cardiovascular and heart disease, according to the United Nations health agency.
Boosting the effects of Vitamin D to tackle diabetes, finds study
May 13, 2018, at 10:36 pm
New York, May 13 (IBNS): More than 27 million people in the United States are living with type 2 diabetes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As the population ages and a growing percentage of people become overweight or obese, that number is expected to increase.
May 13, 2018, at 09:35 pm
London, May 13 (IBNS): Research from the University of Warwick indicates that taking a tablet a day can help treat cancer patients of a potentially deadly condition.
May 12, 2018, at 12:55 pm
New York, May 12 (IBNS): With the largest-ever outbreak of the deadly Lassa fever in Nigeria having been contained, continued vigilance is vital to deal with any flare-ups, the United Nations health agency warned on Friday.
DR Congo: UN prepared for ‘all scenarios’ despite low risk of Ebola spreading
May 12, 2018, at 12:52 pm
New York, May 12 (IBNS): The chances of the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) spreading across borders are low, said the United Nations health agency on Friday, although nine neighbouring countries remain on alert.