Budget 2024: Health Experts Urge Government To Increase Bed Availability, Provide Subsidised Vaccines
The experts proposed that certain adult vaccines, such as the influenza vaccine and the cervical cancer vaccine for women, should be provided at subsidized costs.
Jun 27, 2024, 21:05 PM IST
AI-Enabled Advanced Hearing Aids May Help People With Hearing Loss, Say Experts
Despite millions grappling with hearing loss worldwide, the adoption rate for hearing aids remains surprisingly low, barely surpassing 10 per cent. This is major because of high-cost devices and social stigma, said the experts.
Mar 03, 2024, 18:49 PM IST
No Proof YouTube Promoted Anti-Vaccine Content Amid Covid-19 Pandemic: Study
For the study, researchers asked the World Health Organization - trained participants to intentionally find an anti-vaccine video with as few clicks as possible, starting from an initial informational COVID-19 video posted by the WHO.
Sep 17, 2023, 14:02 PM IST
WHO Releases Document On Gujarat Traditional Medicine Summit
The First global summit on Traditional Medicine was organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and co-hosted by the Ministry of Ayush, from August 17-18, 2023, in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
Sep 04, 2023, 18:07 PM IST
Covid-19 Has A New Variant: After US, UK Sees Rise In Coronavirus Cases
Nicknamed Eris, EG.5.1 was first raised as a signal in monitoring on July 3 and is a sub-lineage of the Omicron variant of Covid. Covid variant EG.5.1, accounts for 1 in 7 new cases in the United Kindom.
Aug 05, 2023, 13:41 PM IST
Autistic Pride Day 2023: What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Activities And Games For Autistic Children
Children with autism may struggle to manage their emotions, thus Autistic Pride Day is marked to increase public understanding about people with autism. Read on to learn everything you need to know about the developmental disorder.
Jun 18, 2023, 09:23 AM IST
'Monkeypox Is Still Circulating': WHO Urges Vigilance Amid Spike In Cases
Although Monkeypox is no longer considered a public health emergency of international concern, recent reports from WHO show an increase in infections.
May 18, 2023, 08:00 AM IST
World Parkinson's Day 2023: Is Parkinson's Disease Preventable? Check Symptoms, Causes, And Treatment
Parkinson's Disease is a degenerative condition of the brain associated with motor symptoms (slow movement, tremor, rigidity, and imbalance). Every year on April 11, World Parkinson's Day is observed to raise awareness about this progressive nervous system disorder.
Apr 11, 2023, 11:38 AM IST
World Health Organization Turns 75: Theme, History And Significance Of The Day- WHO Calls For Health Equity
On its 75th anniversary, the WHO marked the occasion by calling for a renewed drive for health equity in the face of unprecedented threats. Read the significance of the anniversary celebrations on world health day, here.
Apr 07, 2023, 15:10 PM IST
World Health Day 2023: 7 Yoga Asanas You Must Do Daily For Good Health
On World Health Day 2023, which is observed on April 7 annually, let's look at seven yoga asanas that can practiced regularly for sound health.
Apr 07, 2023, 07:59 AM IST
WHO makes big statement on increasing cases of coronavirus
Corona has once again gained momentum in the country. Every day an increase is being seen in the cases of corona. An important statement of WHO has come out on the rising cases of coronavirus. WHO says that 'cases are increasing due to Omicron'.
Mar 30, 2023, 07:54 AM IST
Implantable Loop Recorders: A Breakthrough in Heart Monitoring
Early detection and treatment of abnormal heart rhythms are crucial for managing heart diseases. One of the most effective ways to detect abnormal rhythms is through long-term heart monitoring, which allows doctors to identify patterns and trends that may reveal a problem.
Jan 31, 2023, 15:59 PM IST
Cause for WORRY? Growing antibiotic resistance in human infections concerns WHO
Common bacterial infections are becoming increasingly resistant to treatments. The World Heath Organization has said that more research is required to identify how this is related to increased hospitalisations and antibiotic treatments during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Dec 10, 2022, 11:39 AM IST
'XBB variant may cause new Covid-19 wave': WHO warns as Indians ditch booster doses
"There are over 300 subvariants of Omicron. I think the one that is concerning right now is XBB, which is a recombinant virus. We had seen some recombinant viruses earlier. It is very immune-evasive, which means it can overcome the antibodies. So slightly that we may see another wave of infections in some countries because of XBB," WHO said.
Oct 21, 2022, 10:50 AM IST
Gambia cough syrup deaths: Govt panel says info shared by WHO so far inadequate to determine aetiology
Rutendo Kuwana from the WHO on October 13 had written to the DCGI seeking to know the progress with the investigation of the manufacturer of the four cough syrups -- the Sonipat-based Maiden Pharmaceuticals.
Oct 16, 2022, 00:46 AM IST
Centre forms committee to examine WHO details on 66 kid deaths in The Gambia
The WHO had issued an alert on four India-made cough and cold syrups "potentially linked with acute kidney injuries and 66 deaths among children in Gambia".
Oct 12, 2022, 21:04 PM IST
DNA Exclusive: Analysis of WHO’s global alert over India-made cough syrups linked to death of children in The Gambia
In Today DNA, Zee News' Rohit Ranjan will analyse WHO’s global alert over four cough syrups manufactured by an India-based pharmaceutical firm that could be linked to the deaths of 66 children in The Gambia.
Oct 06, 2022, 23:48 PM IST
Which are four 'substandard' Indian cough syrups linked to child deaths in Gambia?
The WHO has issued a medical product alert for four contaminated medicines identified in the West African country that has been potentially linked to acute kidney injuries and 66 deaths among children.
Oct 06, 2022, 12:45 PM IST
Monkeypox scare in India, third case CONFIRMED in Kerala's Malappuram
A 35 year-old man, who came to Kerala from UAE earlier this month, has tested positive for monkeypox, making him the third case of the virus from the country as well as the state.
Jul 22, 2022, 14:18 PM IST
Monkeypox outbreak: WHO reports 14,000 cases globally, 5 deaths in Africa
"Almost 14,000 confirmed #monkeypox cases have now been reported to WHO this year, from more than 70 countries and territories. So far, 5 deaths have been reported, all in Africa. @WHO will continue to do everything we can to support countries to stop transmission and save lives," Tedros said in a tweet.
Jul 21, 2022, 13:41 PM IST
