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DNA: How to avoid infection spreading in hospital?

The World Health Organization has released a report which says that 24 percent of patients die every year due to viruses and bacteria present in hospitals around the world.

May 13, 2022, 01:26 AM IST

358 Omicron cases detected so far in 17 states and UTs

The 358 Omicron Covid variant cases have been detected across 17 states and union territories.

Dec 24, 2021, 10:29 AM IST

DNA: Will cigarette smoking really prevent COVID infection?

Rumors were spread among people that cigarette smokers are less prone to COVID infection. The WHO has said in its report that those who consume tobacco have a 40% to 50% higher risk of corona infection.

May 31, 2021, 23:58 PM IST

COVID-19: Corona infection is spreading three times faster

India recorded 1,61,736 new COVID-19 infections in the past 24 hours, besides 97,168 recoveries and 879 deaths.

Apr 13, 2021, 10:54 AM IST

Smoking, COPD linked with higher death risk from COVID-19: Study

The researchers from the University College London in the UK noted that an estimated 251 million people worldwide are affected by COPD. 

May 12, 2020, 14:38 PM IST

WHO says COVID-19 patients may catch infection more than once, warns against 'immunity passports'

In a statement, the United Nations agency warned against issuing immunity passports or risk-free certificates to people who have been infected, saying the practice may actually increase the risk of spread as they may ignore standard advice.

Apr 25, 2020, 15:40 PM IST

DRDO tools to destroy the coronavirus

The Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has created two new tools to destroy the coronavirus. Both devices are very effective in Disinfecting everyday things in the office or homes.

Apr 23, 2020, 08:30 AM IST

Tablighi Jamaat: How did Maulana Saad spread coronavirus in the nation

Delhi Police has issued another notice to Muhammad Saad Kandhalvi, the chief of the Delhi-based Tablighi Jamaat Markaz. The Markaz was the site of a religious congregation last month that has been linked to more than 1,000 cases of the novel coronavirus. We at Zee News ask- When will the charge of murder be issued to Maulana Saad.

Apr 07, 2020, 13:40 PM IST

With coronavirus cases surging, Uttar Pradesh government may extend lockdown

The Covid-19 patients rising at a faster rate in Uttar Pradesh and have now reached 316 with 3 deaths. The Yogi Adityanath government is now reviewing its decision of lifting the lockdown on April 15.

Apr 07, 2020, 09:12 AM IST

Coronavirus cases in India rise to 4281, Deaths 111

According to the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Coronavirus cases in India have risen to 4,281 and the death toll is 111 deaths. 310 people have been cured.

Apr 07, 2020, 08:20 AM IST

12 Tablighi Jamaat members test COVID-19 positive in Lucknow

12 members who were associated with Tablighi Jamaat have tested coronavirus positive in Lucknow. The incident is reported from Lucknow's Sadar Bazar after the district authorities sealed the area as one of the measures to contain COVID-19 cases in the state.

Apr 06, 2020, 14:26 PM IST

First Coronavirus death in Bhopal, death toll in Madhya Pradesh reach 14

Coronavirus death toll in Madhya Pradesh went up to 14 after a 52-year-old man died of coronavirus in Bhopal. This is the first death of a COVID-19 patient in the state capital.

Apr 06, 2020, 12:16 PM IST

Coronavirus infections in the country rise to 4067, Deaths 109

India on April 6 reported 109 Covid-19 related deaths and 4067 coronavirus disease patients across the country as it entered the 13th day of the national lockdown in place to break the string of infections.

Apr 06, 2020, 10:48 AM IST

Rishi Kapoor undergoing treatment for infection

Unconfirmed reports stated Ranbir Kapoor was accompanied by his friend Alia Bhatt.

Feb 03, 2020, 14:55 PM IST

5W1H: Swine flu claims 86 lives in Rajasthan

Over 86 people have lost their lives to Swine Flu in Rajasthan. 1856 individuals have been tested positive for the virus since the 1st of January in the state. watch full video to know more.

Feb 05, 2019, 17:22 PM IST

Diphtheria deaths issue rocks NDMC House, opposition seeks resignation of mayor

AAP's Vikas Goel alleged that NDMC's health committee were "inactive" and only woke up when deaths were reported in media.

Oct 03, 2018, 23:25 PM IST

Punjab model to cure hepatitis C infection

A decentralised care and the provision of free direct-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) can produce high rates of cure among people with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, according to a large-scale study conducted in India.

Apr 13, 2018, 15:56 PM IST

UK man caught with world's 'worst-ever' case of super-gonorrhoea. What is super-gonorrhoea?

A man in the United Kingdom has been infected with the worst-ever case of gonorrhoea in the world. 

Mar 29, 2018, 14:49 PM IST

Dengue fever may increase risk of stroke: Study

People with dengue fever may have a higher risk of stroke, especially in the first two months following infection, a new study has claimed.

Mar 13, 2018, 18:27 PM IST

Himalayan blue sheep infected by virus which causes eyes to bulge out

The first case of the virus appeared after a one-year-old blue sheep was found infected and died.

Feb 09, 2018, 18:52 PM IST