Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of the disease, mostly because it is detected significantly later in life. The present markers are overly sensitive and confusing for screenings intended for early detection. Recently, a research team released a unique technique in the journal Angewandte Chemie that could lead to a diagnostic that is …
Global childhood vaccination levels have stalled, leaving millions more children un- or under-vaccinated than before the pandemic, the United Nations (UN) said Monday, July 15, 2024, warning of dangerous coverage gaps, enabling outbreaks of diseases like measles. In 2023, 84 percent of children, or 108 million, received three doses of the vaccine against diphtheria, tetanus …
Genetic factors are also responsible for premature birth. Women who conceive twins, triplets or multiple foetuses are at a higher risk of preterm birth. Birth before thirty-seven weeks of pregnancy is called premature birth. Many babies born prematurely can experience several issues including learning disabilities, vision and hearing problems, heart problems, Blood problems, Metabolism problems …
Located in the neck, Thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped gland affects many bodily functions through the hormones it produces. Managing thyroid disorders requires recognizing symptoms, raising awareness, and implementing preventive measures, doctors tell THE HEALTH PIONEER Despite its significance, thyroid disorders are common and often go undiagnosed, impacting approximately 200 million people worldwide, including 42 million …
Shah Rukh Khan has been admitted to a hospital due to heat stroke at IPL match. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan was admitted to a hospital in Ahmedabad after suffering a heat stroke. These are ten key tips to help you remain hydrated and safe during this summer’s heat wave. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has …
WORLD AIDS VACCINE DAY: May 18, focuses on the need for a vaccine to combat the spread of the HIV/AIDS disease. Gomantak Times “Only a truly effective, preventive HIV vaccine can limit, and eventually eliminate the threat of AIDS,” declared Bill Clinton, the then US President in a speech on May 18, 1997, sending ripples …
In a significant step forward for malaria prevention in Africa, three countries- Benin, Liberia and Sierra Leone– have launched a large-scale rollout of the life-saving malaria vaccine targeting millions of children across the three West African nations. The vaccine rollout, announced on World Malaria Day on 25 April, seeks to further scale up vaccine deployment …
Published By: Nibandh Vinod Last Updated: April 19, 2024, 06:30 IST World Liver Day is observed annually on April 19. (Image: Shutterstock) This World Liver Day, learn about liver disease causes, symptoms, and how to prevent them. Check out treatment options and dietary tips for a healthy liver! World Liver Day, observed annually on April …
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS is a prevalent health condition impacting women in their reproductive years (15-49 years), with a reported global prevalence ranging from 4% to 20% (affecting approximately 8 to 40 crore women worldwide). In India, the prevalence is notably high, reportedly ranging from 3.7% to 22.5% (impacting about 1.3 to 7.9 crore …
The vaccine that protects people, especially women from the Human Papillomavirus infection (HPV) has usually been quite expensive and hence not accessible for the majority of the population. However, recently, it was announced that due to a national immunisation program, all girls between the ages of 9 and 14 years will receive the vaccines over …