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Dengue Alert: Panchkula Leads with 503 Cases, Prevention Tips Dengue Fever Threat in Chandigarh: Dengue and viral fever cases continue to rise steadily across the Tricity, with Panchkula recording a staggering 503 dengue infections as of September 21. Mohali closely follows with 194 cases, while Chandigarh has reported around 25 cases. Health authorities are urging … Read more
The Growing Threat of Deadly Fungal Infections: A Silent Pandemic in the Making Fungal Infections The Silent Pandemic: A new study published in The Lancet warns that antibiotic-resistant infections could kill nearly 40 million people by 2050. Researchers report that drug-resistant infections caused more than one million deaths each year between 1900 and 2021. Fungal … Read more
Antibiotic Resistance Crisis: WHO’s Call to the UN: At the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79), scheduled in New York from 20 to 30 September 2024, WHO will urge world leaders to take action on antimicrobial resistance. (11) Antibiotic resistance has emerged as one of the most pressing global health threats in … Read more
Lancet Study Finds Air Pollution as a Leading Risk Factor for Brain Stroke, Similar to Smoking Impact of air pollution on stroke risk: A groundbreaking study published in The Lancet reveals a troubling connection between air pollution and brain strokes. Long-term exposure to polluted air, particularly fine particulate matter (PM2.5), poses a stroke risk comparable … Read more
Alcohol Consumption and Rising Cancer Rates in Under-50s health effects of alcohol on young people: Alcohol consumption has been linked to a growing number of health issues, and recent studies suggest it may contribute to rising cancer rates in individuals under the age of 50. The data shows that alcohol-related cancers are becoming increasingly common … Read more
XEC Variant New XEC COVID Variant: Symptoms, Spread As the world continues to navigate the ongoing challenges of COVID-19, new variants periodically emerge, capturing the attention of health experts and the public alike. One such variant that has been making headlines is the XEC variant. we’ll delve into what the XEC variant is, its symptoms, … Read more
Chikungunya’s New Variant Concern in Pune: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Tips the main cause of chikungunya: The recent outbreak of a new variant of Chikungunya in Pune has alarmed both health officials and residents. A new variant of the chikungunya virus has caused significant concern in Pune, with over 2,000 cases reported in recent weeks. … Read more
International Travel Guidelines for Mpox Testing: In light of rising concerns about mpox (monkeypox) cases worldwide, Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport has introduced mandatory testing for all international passengers arriving at the airport. This precautionary measure aims to curb the virus’s spread and ensure public safety amid increasing global cases. Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport now mandates … Read more
World Lymphoma Awareness Day: Recognizing Symptoms and Treatment Options World Lymphoma Awareness Day (WLAD) is observed every year on September 15th to raise awareness about lymphoma, a type of blood cancer that affects the lymphatic system. This important day emphasizes early diagnosis, available treatment options, and supporting those living with the disease. In 2024, WLAD … Read more
WHO Approves First Mpox Vaccine The World Health Organization (WHO) has made a significant advancement in the fight against mpox, a viral disease formerly known as monkeypox. For the first time, the WHO approves the first mpox vaccine, granting it official approval for broader global use. This key development enhances the ability of nations to … Read more