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Women's Equality Day 2022-Promote Women's Empowerment

Juggling between personal and professional life, women have always done their best. During their lifetime, women ignore their health to do their duties. Medicircle takes this opportunity to thank all women working hard to reach their daily goals.

Ratan Tata Launches India's 1st Companionship Startup For Senior Citizens

Ratan Tata announced an investment in a one-of-a-kind startup called “Goodfellows” that provides companionship to senior citizens by pairing them with young graduates in a bid to encourage intergenerational friendships.

Gynaec robotics surgery safer for women: Association of Gynecologic Robotic Surgeons

Robotic gynecology surgery can liberate women from conventional painful open surgeries, blood loss, and post-surgery trauma said members of the Association of Gynecologic Robotic Surgeons (AGRS). RoboGynIndia 2022, the first exclusive conference on gynecological robotic surgeries organise and led by the AGRS concluded on Sunday.

Sunrise Oncology Centre to Launch Comprehensive Cancer Care Centre

Sunrise Oncology Centre to Launch Comprehensive Cancer Care Centre in mumbai. The new center is outfitted with cutting-edge systems and technologies.

Aditya Birla Health Insurance and Policybazaar.com announce the availability of an OPD Add-on Cover with No Waiting Period

Aditya Birla Health and Policybazaar introduce a no-wait OPD add-on cover. OPD-related medical costs account for 60% of all healthcare costs, making urgent demand for health insurance with OPD coverage in the nation.

Amazon to acquire One Medical for €3.8bn

The acquisition represents Amazon's most recent effort to establish itself as a major force in the healthcare sector, following its recent forays into telehealth services and online pharmacies.

Vedas Cure Launches Cholestero Care Mechanised to Provide Relief to High Cholesterol Patients

Vedas Cure, a Noida-based Ayurvedic healthcare center, has introduced Cholestero Care, a new product that treats cholesterol issues. High cholesterol levels can be caused by a poor diet, obesity, smoking, alcohol consumption, and age. High cholesterol can also cause health problems such as persistent chest discomfort, heart attack, or stroke.

Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospitals Restores Voice in a Larynx Tumour Patient

Esophageal speech is the backup option. In this method, the speech-language therapist teaches the patient how to swallow before teaching them how to burp air out of their throats. With the help of his lips, tongue, and teeth, the patient learns how to create words out of the released air.

Global recognition for Indian Healthcare Leader Dr. Alexander Thomas

Global Recognition for Indian Healthcare Leader, Dr. Alexander Thomas wins the Waterfalls Global Award (Healthcare Sector) for exceptional contributions during the Covid-19 Pandemic.

CARE Hospitals acquires CHL Hospitals

Established in 2001, Convenient Hospitals (CHL) has a capacity of 250 beds and is adding another 150 beds, CARE Hospitals said in a statement. . While the financial terms were not disclosed, people in the know said the deal has valued CHL at ₹350-400 crore.

National Doctor’s day Special (1st July 2022):Collaboration between Doctors and Pharma: Key to Enhancing Patient Care

In order to exceed patients' expectations, pharmaceutical companies must work more effectively with doctors to manage patients' conditions. This requires better collaboration between the doctors and pharmaceutical companies.

National Doctor’s Day 2022: How Doctor’s see the Growth of Digital Tech in Healthcare

The three aspects of telemedicine: namely the impact it has on the quality of healthcare, the amount of time spent with patients, and the satisfaction of patients, doctors are excited and eager to adopt this technology. It offers them flexibility and allows them to serve patients in remote areas without the need to travel themselves.

BeatO launches diabetes care programs to control and reverse diabetes

BeatO, a digital app-based platform, today announced the launch of its clinically proven, doctor-led comprehensive Diabetes CARE Programs with an aim to control and reverse diabetes under the guidance of experts.

Jayesh Saini Revolutionizing Healthcare in Africa

Bliss Healthcare is prepared to identify and respond to the health-related needs of the diverse population they serve, thanks to an extraordinary array of resources for the provision of compassionate, cutting-edge care.

Avesthagen Wipro have launched genetic tests for cancer, neurological disorders, and rare diseases

Avesthagen is an India-based globally-focused biotechnology company with a corporate mission to utilize innovative science to develop new products and novel technologies for predictive, preventive, and personalized healthcare and food security through the convergence of food, pharmaceuticals, and population genetics.

MetroMedi Introduces AI and Data Analytics-Based Health Advisory Services.

MetroMedi.com the fastest growing Online Pharmacy, e-Health & Wellness store based out of South India (Hyderabad), has launched Health Advisory Services for their Customer's Health and Well-being to reduce the usage of medicines with Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence.

A German brand Sanosan is launching a natural ingredient-based baby care soap in India for the first time.

Glowderma is known for its highest WHO GMP quality standard operations and extensive research based on the feedback of its valued customer. Glowderma understands the social responsibility toward patient safety and hence it started “MISSION NO PARABEN” by making all products paraben-free.

CoviEasy "At-Home" Self-Test Kit for COVID-19 is now available from Genes2Me

CoviEasy has undergone stringent quality checks at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) approved validation centre and further received approval from the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI).

A 2-month-old baby is saved from heart failure thanks to a collaboration between Genesis Foundation and SBI Foundation.

Sakshi is a two-month-old girl who had a hole in her heart called the Aorta Pulmonary Window. Sakshi was unable to breathe and had problems getting food just a few weeks after her birth.

Laurik Nutraceutical Launches 'Laurik Bites' to Improve Sleep, Focus, and Gut Health

Sleep plays a major role in cleaning out toxins in the brain and throughout the body. The system that removes toxins is 10 times more active when the body is sleeping than when it is awake.

Launch of World-first Expert Bone Health Resource

More than 50 percent of the world's hip fractures are expected to occur in the Asia Pacific over the next two decades. This is due to the region's rapidly aging population, mounting urbanization, and subsequent increase in sedentary lifestyles.

MetroMedi launches the MetroMedi Relief platform for mental and sexual health wellbeing.

In the Region, depression continues to be the leading mental health disorder, and is twice as frequent in women as in men. 10% to 15% of women in industrialized countries and 20% to 40% of women in developing countries suffer from depression during pregnancy or the postpartum period.

Five eye hospitals in the Tri-city region have been acquired by Dr. Agarwal's Eye Hospital.

Adult blindness is avoidable or treated in up to 80% of cases. Cataracts, retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), and Vitamin A deficiency are the leading causes of preventable blindness in children.

Adani Enterprises will explore the healthcare industry.

AHVL will have an initial authorized and paid-up share capital of Rs100,000 (Rs1 lakh) and would set up diagnostic facilities, health aids, health-tech-based facilities, and research centers.

Dawaa Dost : Making drugs more accessible and affordable.

Statistics indicate that about 69% of the people in India are impoverished due to expenditure on medicines alone & only 7% of people take medicines prescribed by the doctor primarily because of high cost of medication. Dawaa Dost aims to help people understand that by moving to generic medication, it is possible to save INR 50,000 every year

Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission transforming the healthcare sector

As many as 21.9 Crore Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs have been created while more than 53,341 health facilities have been registered under Ayushman Bharat Digital Health Mission to date, said Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, union health minister on Saturday.

Manna iStrong is now clinically proven to tackle anemia in 90 days

Health drinks are typically healthy and it is designed to increase the height and mental ability of children and calcium and iron for adults.

Jehangir Hospital Opens a State-of-the-Art Mother and Child Center

"The New Labour Unit and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) were created to improve the care and comfort of pregnant mothers and their babies, as well as to give the greatest patient experience possible before, during, and after childbirth.

Hemex Health has announced an innovative measurement capability for clinicians monitoring sickle cell disease therapy.

In a clinical study conducted at the pediatric SCD Clinic of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra, Ghana, Gazelle’s Hb F quantification results were within 4.5% of HPLC Hb F results (the gold standard) with a 95% confidence range.

A new study associates certain gut microbiota strains with more severe strokes and poorer post-stroke recovery.

The most frequent form of stroke is an ischemic stroke, which happens when a clot or other obstruction limits the blood flow to the brain. Every year, 1.3 million individuals in Europe suffer from a stroke, making it the second leading cause of mortality.

Advanced pre-filled saline syringes for providing quality patient care

Know the advantages of pre-filled saline syringes over the traditional method of using two or more syringes for flushing catheters.

PM Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission to provide support for 17,788 rural Health & Wellness Centres

Ayushman Bharat latest news

Coronavirus leaked from China lab, says report by US Republicans

A report by US Republicans released on Monday said that a "preponderance of evidence" proves the virus that caused the Covid-19 pandemic leaked from a Chinese research facility.

Coronavirus almost certainly came from an animal, not a lab leak, top scientists argue

Experts trash lab leak theory

Health Ministry launches ‘COVID GuruKool’ informational video series on its social media platforms

Health Ministry News Update

India records 34,700 fresh Covid-19 cases, lowest in 111 days

India on Tuesday reported 34,703 fresh Covid-19 cases, the lowest in 111 days. The country’s active cases have further declined while 553 deaths were recorded in the last 24 hours.

Centre issues operational guidelines for vaccinating pregnant women against Covid-19

The Centre has decided to include pregnant women in the vaccination drive against Covid-19 and has released detailed guidelines on it.

Over a million people die in China due to smoking-related diseases every year: NHC-WHO report

Chinese smokers are on the rise

Seychelles reports surge in cases even after 85% vaccination

Seychelles have new cases even after covid vaccination

Govt identifies 581 sites for setting up medical oxygen plants in various states

PSA medical oxygen plant being set up at war footing

How to deal with Post-Pandemic depression ; Psychologist Aanchal Narang explains the basics

Anchal Narang, Psychologist, Another Light Counselling advises medicircle.in readers about how to deal with post-pandemic depression

ICMR waives RT-PCR test for domestic travel and eases other testing requirements

To ease pressure on testing labs, ICMR relaxes testing requirements

Weekly average of new Covid-19 deaths in US hits lowest point since October

US manages to control the second wave of covid-19

First Oxygen Express started its journey for Mumbai from Visakhapatnam yesterday

Trains transport Oxygen at a faster pace than road-based vehicles

Disinfecting surfaces for checking Covid is not effective : CDC

CDC said we should be more bothered with airborne infection

DRDO to operationalize its dedicated Corona hospital in New Delhi today

DRDO helps in the fight for Corona with a new hospital at Delhi

PM Narendra Modi directs to increase production of medical oxygen to meet growing demands

The PM took a detailed review of the present situation of medical oxygen supply and its estimated demands in the 12 States

‘Tika Utsav’ is beginning of second major war against Corona: PM Narendra Modi

The cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in the country has crossed 10.45 Cr

Covid in Scotland: Roll-out of Moderna vaccine begins in Glasgow

Scottish government confirmed that under-30s will be offered an alternative to the AstraZeneca jab

Chhattisgarh: Total lockdown enforced in eight districts in view of spike in COVID-19 cases

Eight Districts will be under total lockdown in Chattisgarh

Madhya Pradesh got offices to work for 5 days a week for next 3 months

MP takes strict measures for checking the pandemic

Night curfew imposed in Delhi till 30th April in view of rising Corona cases

National Capital declares night curfew due to pandemic

France enters third national lockdown due to surge in pandemic

With 5000 patients France calls for 3rd lockdown

Does Vitamin D offsets Covid-19 infection ? Lancet is all set to investigate

Observational studies already showed the importance of the sunshine vitamin

RT-PCR test made mandatory for people entering Rajasthan

Rajasthan imposes strict measures to check the second wave of Covid-19

Does Vitamin D offsets Covid-19 infection ? Lancet is all set to investigate

Observational studies already showed the importance of the sunshine vitamin

Ongoing trial shows Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine remains highly effective after six months

Latest data proves Pfizer BioNTech vaccine to have long lasting effect

Maha CM Uddhav Thackeray asks officials to plan for 2nd complete lockdown

With a surge in Covid-19 cases in Maharashtra, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray asked officials on Sunday to prepare SOPs so that lockdown can be imposed in the state in a planned manner if required.

Maharashtra witnesses slight decline in number of fresh covid cases

Maharashtra Covid-19 cases declined slightly as the government mulls second lockdown

Over 6 crore 11 lakh doses of Covid-19 vaccine administered in country

India Covid vaccination update

FDA approves new indication for drug to treat Neurogenic Detrusor Overactivity in pediatric Patients

NDO is a dysfunction of the bladder that results from congenital conditions

India administers over 3 crore 71 lakh vaccination doses in country so far

India Coronavirus vaccination update

Mumbai reports 1712 new cases of COVID-19

Mumbai Covid cases are rising, may prompt lockdown again

A high BMI does not means you are unhealthy : CDC

BMI and Health: Myths broken

China wants WHO approved vaccines to get certified by Chinese authorities

China does not approves WHO vaccines

10 common mistakes in fighting 'coronasomnia' -- the inability to fall and stay asleep

Avoid Coronasomnia with expert's advice

Dr. Harsh Vardhan inaugurates multiple facilities at AIIMS Bhopal

Dream of Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji being fulfilled with a network of AIIMS across the country for superior healthcare for all Citizens” said the minister on the occasion

COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in country crosses 1.77 crore

India Covid-19 Vaccination Update March 5

Bangladesh to get 10.9 mn COVID vaccine doses through COVAX-WHO facility

WHO first allocates Covid vaccines for Bangladesh

More than 20 crore people eligible for phase 2 of Covid-19 vaccinations reports India Today

This includes more than 7 crore people in the 45-59 age group with morbidity conditions and 13.7 crore in 60+ age group.

WHO expert panel strongly advises against use of hydroxychloroquine to prevent covid-19

The Drug is no longer a research priority; resources should focus on other more promising drugs to prevent covid-19

One in four people will have hearing problems by 2050: WHO

A major contributor to hearing problems is a lack of access to care, which is particularly striking in low-income countries

Registration for next phase of COVID19 Vaccination on Co-WIN2.0 portal will open at 9:00 am on 1st March

Free COVID Vaccination at all Government Health Facilities

Nationwide COVID-19 vaccination drive to cover senior citizens & people with comorbidities begins today

India Coronavirus vaccination drive explained

AMRI joins network of approved manufacturers of Lipid Excipients for Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine

AMRI is now a vaccine partner

Union Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan inaugurated major healthcare projects in Imphal yesterday

Imphal to get new health facilities

Cabinet approves production linked incentive scheme for pharmaceuticals

The Scheme will benefit domestic manufacturers, help in creating employment and is expected to contribute to the availability of wider range of affordable medicines for consumers

More than 29,000 children and 5,000 pregnant women vaccinated on Day 1: Mission Indradhanaush

Children and pregnant women who missed immunization during the COVID-19 pandemic will be identified to catch up with vaccine doses

Dr Harsh Vardhan launches operational guidelines for integration of NAFLD with NPCDCS

India has become the first country in the world to identify the need for action for NAFLD

Stress, negativity levels and risk of general anxiety take a positive turn in the new year

Experts cautiously optimistic; warn employers are not out of the woods

National Covid-19 vaccination update Feb 19

India Coronavirus vaccine drive update

Impact of covid-19 in Africa “vastly underestimated” warn researchers

Study from Zambia shows many more deaths than official reports suggest

India pledges 2 lakh doses of Covid-19 vaccine for UN peacekeeping forces

The External Affairs minister S Jaishankar also said, there was a need to ensure that vaccines should not be used as leverage or what has been termed as 'vaccine nationalism'.

USFDA approves drug to reduce bone marrow suppression caused by chemotherapy

The new drug will give patients a treatment option that can reduce the occurrence of a common, harmful side effect of chemotherapy

Air France KLM Martinair Cargo partners with UNICEF for the transportation of Covid-19 vaccines

AFKLMP Cargo collaborates with UNICEF in its mission of bringing these life-saving vaccines to low and lower-middle income countries

Rheumatoid arthritis drug reduces risk of death for severely ill hospitalized Covid-19 patients, researchers say

The treatment reduces mortality, shortens hospital stay and reduces the chances of people needing invasive mechanical ventilators

Scientists tackle vaccine safety, efficacy and access at global R&D forum

The world needs multiple vaccines that work in different populations in order to meet global demand

COVAX announces additional deals to access promising COVID-19 vaccine candidates

COVAX has guaranteed access to a portion of the first wave of production, followed by volume scales as further supply becomes available

Latest Diet Pill Supplement For Weight Loss

Related pioneering research says that, the lower the inner core temperature, the slower the body metabolism

Almost 2 billion people depend on health care facilities without basic water services

Lack of water puts health care workers and patients at higher risk of COVID-19 infection

Every move counts towards better health – says WHO

At a time when many people are homebound due to COVID-19, new WHO Guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour, launched today, emphasize that everyone, of all ages and abilities, can be physically active and that every type of movement counts.

Jupiter Hospital conducts India’s first pediatric living donor small intestinal transplant

Jupiter Hospital, Pune is the only center in Western India performing small intestinal transplants

WHO urges greater COVID-19 vigilance in Africa as holidays near

Large group gatherings and mobility have been identified as risk factors for increasing the spread of COVID-19

11th Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo declared over: WHO

These were surmounted due to the leadership of the government and local communities, supported by the WHO and partners

Covid-19 epidemic, shown global drug discovery market is growing rapidly

InSilicoTrials presents a suite of highly innovative products that could revolutionize the global pharmaceutical industry

Access to COVID 19 Tools Accelerator commitments reach US$ 5.1billion following new contributions

Donors commit to fund the scale up of the ACT-Accelerator but warn additional funding is critical to support its success

Co-Diagnostics's CoPrimer technology can detect COVID-19 directly from raw saliva

Co-Diagnostics, Inc. CoPrimers shown to be effective in COVID-19 saliva PCR tests without sample extraction

Radiologic Technologists play crucial role in COVID-19 diagnosis

Chest x-rays and CT scans are critical imaging tools used in evaluating the respiratory complications related to coronavirus.

Ayurveda has some positive news for Sleep-deprived: Ayush Ministry

The study report states that the Ayurveda treatment led to a remarkable improvement in the patient’s condition in terms of sleep

Teens who vape are at greater risk for COVID-19: Study shows

It is unsafe for young people to use any product containing nicotine because it is addictive and can harm the developing brain, affecting memory and attention

COVID has evoked worldwide interest in Yoga, Ayurveda and Naturopathy to build immunity and search for healthy lifestyle: Dr Jitendra Singh

Dr. Jitendra Singh said that New India will become AtmaNirbhar in health care and will also contribute to the World in providing immunity booster mechanisms through the traditional medicine system.

Sewage signals early warning of coronavirus outbreaks

Monitoring and sampling wastewater offers another tool to help local authority to identify the outbreaks early and they can target hotspots quickly and effectively

Ayush Ministry : Homoeopathy can do wonders for skin related viral diseases

Healing touch of Homoeopathy for viral skin diseases

Maharashtra’s 2nd successful small intestine transplant done at Jupiter hospital, Pune

It is the only hospital in Maharashtra that has successfully performed small intestinal transplants so far

UnitedHealth Group Launches The HERO Program to Remove Financial Barriers for Living Donor Transplants

According to the American Society of Transplantation (AST), 96% of living donors experience financial hardship due to lost wages and travel and time away from work.

COVID -19 Related Deaths Among Doctors in India: A Study of Mortality Data

Certain factors attributed in medical literature to death in frontline doctors include lack of adequate PPE, an inadequate technique of donning and doffing of PPE, and non-disclosure by patients of their exposure to possible COVID-19 infection

Dr Harsh Vardhan inaugurates super speciality medical college, as a dedicated COVID Hospital

This 220-bedded super speciality hospital has been dedicated as a COVID hospital to the nation

MoHAP introduces Rezum Therapy to treat enlarged prostate without surgical intervention

Rezūm therapy is a new option for patients who are dissatisfied with their current choices for treating BPH

Indian Medical Device Industry, growing faster during COVID-19 pandemic

AiMeD unveils figure of growth rate of Indian Medical Device Industry during COVID-19 pandemic

Current pandemic introduces research culture in Ayush discipline

Approximately 70% of the trials were sponsored by the Govt and various stakeholders of Ayurveda associated with the Ministry of AYUSH

WHO aims to provide 120 Million rapid Coronavirus tests for poorer states

The WHO said the $600 million scheme would enable low- and middle-income countries to close the dramatic gap in testing for the new coronavirus

UN chief on 1 Million COVID-19 deaths

According to Johns Hopkins University, the number of COVID-19 deaths worldwide has topped 1 million, with over 33 million confirmed cases and more than 23 million recoveries

A special strategy has prepared by UP CM to tackle COVID-19

UP CM directs to prepare special strategy for COVID control in Lucknow, Kanpur city, Meerut district

Two million Coronavirus deaths : WHO

As the one million death count looms in a pandemic that has surged around the planet, the WHO said the prospect of another million deaths was not unimaginable.

NPPA decides to cap price of liquid medical oxygen & medical oxygen cylinders

NPPA has decided a cap for the ex-factory price of oxygen in cylinders in order to ensure supply of oxygen cylinders from filler at reasonable prices

'Yoga Break at Work Place' commenced by the Ministry of AYUSH from today

Due to a change in working habits, particularly on computers and continuously sitting for long hours, the majority of the workforce is feeling work stress. Such stress may decrease the focus at work which may further hamper their efficiency and effectiveness.

Why COVID-19 is Life-Threatening for some

Increasing evidence suggests that some Covid-19 patients get very ill because of an impaired interferon response

PM Narendra Modi introduces ‘Age -Appropriate Fitness Protocols’

PM Narendra Modi releases ‘Age -Appropriate Fitness Protocols’ on first anniversary of Fit India Movemen

Delivering NCD services in a time of COVID-19 – stories from the field

A new WHO survey looks at the extent of the disruption of services for the prevention and treatment of noncommunicable diseases

COVID-19 responders carry out heroic work in northwest Syria

Since the first cases were identified on 9 July, COVID-19 has disproportionately impacted health-care workers

A dedicated COVID-19 hospital for Nagpur Police Force

The dedicated Covid-19 hospital for police personnel is equipped with ICU and other necessary types of equipment

Sikkim Govt. imposes complete lockdown in Gangtok

The Sikkim government has ordered a complete lockdown in Gangtok municipal area from 21st to 27th of September

NGO from Maharashtra filed a PIL on COVID-19 drugs

The NGO seeking that drugs used to treat COVID-19 patients be made available directly at hospitals, isolation and quarantine centres

China Biopharma plant leak infects thousands with bacterial disease

Chinese authorities found a biopharmaceutical plant had used expired disinfectant in its production of Brucella vaccines for animals between July and August

Dr Harsh Vardhan hopes COVID-19 vaccine likely to be available by early next year

The three vaccine candidates have reached the clinical trial stage of phase one, two and three

Govt. aims to provide medicines at affordable rate through Janaushadhi kendras

Govt. has set a target to increase the number of Janaushadhi Kendras to 10500 by the end of March 2025.

Pandemic pushed 37 Million into extreme poverty

The report said the "widest-ranging catastrophe" - the one that has hit every country regardless of the actual spread of the disease - is economic.

Coronavirus cost global tourism $460 Billion in January-June

The amount of revenue lost between January and June is "around five times the loss in international tourism receipts recorded in 2009", World Tourism Organisation said.

New scheme provides for COVID-19 victims under PM Garib Kalyan Package

The scheme provides an insurance cover of Rs. 50 lakh to healthcare providers, including community health workers

COVID-19 news update - Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala

Latest COVID-19 news, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala

COVID-19 News Update - Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh

Latest news update on cjaratoronavirus, Gujarat,Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh

Precautions should be taken after recovery from COVID-19 - AYUSH Ministry

The Post- COVID follow up protocol, on individual level, advises continued appropriate use of mask, hand and respiratory hygiene, physical distancing etc

In a single day more than 81,500 people recovered from COVID-19

The Health Ministry has informed that high levels of recovery is being reported from various States and UTs

Hospitals, ready to ensure seamless admission of COVID-19 patients

Health Ministry informed hospitals to ensure that patient of COVID-19 must not be denied beds and must be provided prompt treatment

Preventing suicide: Russian Federation adapts WHO self-harm monitoring tool :WHO

World Suicide Prevention Day, observed worldwide on 10 September, has special relevance in the WHO European Region

Battery-Powered face mask seeks to fight COVID

LG Electronics' PuriCare Wearable, which comes in one size and weighs as much as a pair of ski goggles, features two fans and high-efficiency particle air filters

Malmas mela at Rajgir cancelled in Bihar due the pandemic

Though COVID-19 recovery rate improves to 89%

Digital health: transforming and extending the delivery of health services : WHO

Digital health is a broad category encompassing electronic health, mobile health, telehealth and health data, among others

Cutting air pollution in Europe's cities would improve health of poor

European Environment Agency calls for strong action to protect most vulnerable in society

50,000 people globally part of phase 3 trial of Chinese COVID-19 vaccine

Media reported in July that phase 3 trial of this vaccine will be held in Uzbekistan, and Pakistan has expressed interest in conducting clinical trials as well.

Indian government to launch nutrition drive for Severely Acute Malnourished children

In September month India is trying its best to work on the nutrition aspect of many children to avoid malnourishment

COVID-19 vaccine developers plan joint safety pledge on approval: Report

The companies would pledge to adhere to high scientific and ethical standards in the conduct of clinical studies and in their manufacturing processes,

Tamil Nadu Govt. increases penalties for violation of safety rules

TN Govt. ensuring compliance of the safety protocols and the standard operating procedures so that the pandemic situation does not go out of hands

Why are so many people dying of COVID-19 in Mexico?

A report by Nathaniel Parish Flannery , Latin America-focused political analyst

Decisive and timely: Mauritius response curbs COVID-19 : WHO

A WHO report on efforts by Mauritius to curbs COVID-19

Challenges faced by French local authorities on COVID-19 rules

COVID-19: Rights groups challenge mandatory face mask rules in France

Protecting older people against COVID-19

The WHO Western Pacific Region is home to more than a third of the world’s older people- 240 million people aged over 65 years, the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

New Zealand's early and hard action helped tackle COVID-19

New Zealand’s early success in controlling coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has been described as “crushing the curve”

New treatment guidance, recommended by WHO; Steroids for critically ill COVID patients

As per WHO, Corticosteroids could be used for treating severe Coronavirus cases

Female poverty rate in South-Asia may rise due to COVID-19 : UN

The report, "From Insights to Action: Gender Equality in the wake of COVID-19", said that the gender poverty gap will worsen further still in South Asia

Can Europe tame the pandemic’s next wave?

This is a report by Science's COVID-19 reporting is supported by the Pulitzer Center and the Heising-Simons Foundation.

China taking advantage of COVID-19 : US Diplomat

The Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific Affairs also reiterated Secretary Pompeo's remarks and hopes peaceful resolution to the border standoff between India and China

How Athens working towards protecting the vulnerable : WHO report

Athens being one of the oldest cities in the world and how they protects vulnerable communities during COVID-19

Gurugram hospital facilitates India's first successful lung transplant on COVID-19 survivor

India’s first sequential bilateral lung transplant on COVID survivor

43% of new cases are in three states of Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka

Nearly half of active cases are only from 3 states

Tata Trusts hands over 4 Covid-19 Treatment Centres in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh

Tata Trusts has upgraded 4 govt hospital, 2 in UP and 2 in Maharashtra, into Covid-19 Treatment Centres, and has handed them over to the respective administrations

NEET 2021: What do the latest notifications suggest for future medical aspirants?

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) is a national entrance examination for taking admission to MBBS courses at various medical colleges all over the country. NEET 2020 has finally got clearance from Supreme Court to be conducted o

E-Pharmacy growing over traditional buying in Indian market

 With the ongoing lockdown and heavy rain showers, ePharmacy apps help you get medicines delivered, book consultations or appointments, order lab tests, and communicate with doctors online.

Dr Harsh Vardhan digitally inaugurates Trauma Centre in Karnataka

Dr. Harsh Vardhan digitally inaugurates Super Speciality Trauma Centre of Vijayanagar Institute of Medical Sciences, Ballari in Karnataka

FDA grants Priority Review of Melflufen for patients with myeloma

Oncopeptides, was granted priority review in treatment of adult patients with multiple myeloma

Children with no COVID-19 symptoms may shed virus for weeks

Invited commentary raises questions about pediatric transmission

India has one of the lowest global COVID-19 fatality rates: Dr Harsh Vardhan

Dr Harsh Vardhan expressed satisfaction at the various coordinated efforts of the Centre Government and those of the States/UTs

Which is the World's Deadliest place for Coronavirus

Since breaking away from Serbia following a bloody war, Kosovo remains one of Europe's poorest states, reliant on remittances from citizens who've left for more affluent parts of the continent

India tests more than 9 lakh samples each day

Total tests near a new peak of 4 crore, more than 1 crore tested in past 2 weeks

Six feet may not be enough to protect against Coronavirus

A team of infectious-disease experts argues in a new analysis, published this week in the journal BMJ

Dr Harsh Vardhan digitally inaugurates super speciality block of MGM Medical College, Indore

The new Block has 10 Operation Theaters, 327 Super Specialty Beds, 92 ICU Beds and has a training capacity of 30 DM/MCh and 28 PG students

Govt permits airlines can put flyers on no-fly list for refusing to wear mask

Aviation regulator DGCA has informed that any passenger who refuses to wear a face mask in a flight can be put on the no-fly list by the airline

Women's Equality Day 2020: Why is it celebrated

Women's Equality Day: The day is observed in the US to commemorate American women getting the constitutional right to vote

172 countries, multiple candidate vaccines engaged in COVID-19 vaccine Global Access Facility

Covid vaccine work advances at steady pace

Visakhapatnam makes room sanitizer to combat COVID-19

Diesel locoshed, Visakhapatnam makes room sanitizer to combat COVID-19

Dr Harsh Vardhan stresses on need to increase awareness about corneal tissue

corneal blindness is one of the leading causes of blindness in the world.

MoHAP launches E-service authorizing health facilities to dispose of pharmaceutical products as medical waste

Aiming to enhance societal health and environmental safety, as well as to implement precautionary measures and physical distancing to prevent the spread of Covid-19 disease

US COVID-19 vaccine enrollees are Black or Latino

Black and Latino Americans are infected with COVID-19 at more than twice the rate of white Americans

COVID-19 News Update - Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam, Nagaland - 24th August

Latest COVID-19 news update of North-east states

500-bed COVID-19 makeshift hospitals to be established at Patna and Muzaffarpur

500-bed hospital in Patna will be inaugurated today while preparations are in full swing to open up a similar facility in Muzaffarpur within a short span

Greenland ice sheet sheds half-a-trillion tonnes

Last year's loss of mass was at least 15 per cent above the previous record in 2012, but even more alarming are the long-term trends, researchers said.

One third of Delhi's population has antibodies against COVID-19 as per recent sero survey

Antibodies in 40% of the population results in herd immunity

Europe’s largest initiative launches to accelerate therapy development for COVID-19 and future Coronavirus threats

CARE aims to create effective therapies with a positive safety profile for the COVID-19 pandemic and develop new drugs and antibodies specially designed to tackle the SARS-CoV-2 virus

‘Dhanwantari Rath’ to bring Ayurveda at doorsteps of Delhi Police families

MoU signed between AIIA and Delhi Police

Australia secures access to Coronavirus vaccine by Oxford-AstraZeneca

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said that if clinical trials are successful, the deal with AstraZeneca would secure early access for every Australian

Dr Harsh Vardhan inaugurates the Thalassemia Screening and Counselling Centre at Indian Red Cross

Dr Harsh Vardhan stated that this initiative will enable us in educating the common people on prevention of thalassemia

Greenland ice melting now irreversible, has passed tipping point

The snowfall that replenishes the ice sheet each year cannot keep up with the ice that is flowing into the ocean from glaciers, the study says.

COVID-19 news update - Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland - 18th August

North-East states COVID-19 news update

Berlin Brothels Reopen After COVID-19 Lockdown

Prostitution is legal and regulated in Germany, with the country's 40,000 registered sex workers entitled to employment contracts

Operation Empty Plate : Chinese Diners Told To Order Less Food

"Operation empty plate" aims to overturn the ingrained cultural habit of ordering extra food for group meals.

Swasthya, tribal health and nutrition portal is launched

Launch of tribal health & nutrition portal – ‘Swasthya’ and opening of national overseas portal & national tribal fellowship portal

Climate Change May Bring Long-Dormant Viruses Back To Life: Scientists

Climate change is emerging as a driver of infectious disease, whether by expanding the footprint of malaria- and dengue-carrying mosquitos

India sets a new landmark, exceeds 3 crore tests

Tests Per Million (TPM) continue to rise, stand at 21,769 today

Dr Harsh Vardhan digitally addresses inaugural session of CII Public Health Conference

“The COVID pandemic has given us a chance to revisit and structurally re-imagine a robust public health infrastructure for our country.” Dr Harsh Vardhan said

Union Govt, distributing more than 3 Cr N95 Masks to States

Union Govt reaches the landmark of distributing more than 3 Cr N95 masks to states and 1.28 Cr PPEs and 10 cr HCQ distributed free of cost

UK's Heathrow Airport Flier Numbers Down 88 Per Cent Over COVID Restrictions

Heathrow said 60% of its route network remained grounded, requiring passengers to quarantine for 14 days on arrival.

Maharashtra CM directs officials to bring down COVID-19 mortality rate in state

CM Uddhav Thackeray has directed all the officials to bring down the mortality rate due to Covid-19 in the state

UAE Plots New Measures to Bolster Virus-Hit Economy

The United Arab Emirates will deliver a three-stage “flexible package” of measures to bolster the economy

Dinosaurs Got Cancer Too, Say Scientists

A badly malformed Centrosaurus leg bone unearthed in the Alberta, Canada badlands in 1989 had originally been thought by paleontologists to be a healed fracture

New treatment for highly drug-resistant tuberculosis

TB Alliance announces European commission authorisation of new treatment for highly drug-resistant tuberculosis

Wockhardt announces COVID-19 vaccine partnership with UK Government

Now Wockhardt also enters the Covid vaccine manufacturing business

India conducts more than 2 crore COVID tests recovery at 65.74%

Tests Per Million increases to 14640

Freedom for our girls: breaking menstrual barriers

Niine partnered with JCI-India, a non-profit organization for menstrual hygiene awareness in India

WHO appreciates COVID-19 management model of Ahmedabad city

WHO scientist called the model worth emulating for other cities in the world

Singapore cancer drug ETC-159 advances further in clinical trials

First dose of ETC-159 administered in Phase 1B of clinical trials, advancing the development of this drug to treat solid tumours

AIIA, providing free testing and treatment facilities to COVID patient

All India Institute of Ayurveda presses free medication and treatment for Corona patients

Assam COVID patient plays Bhupen Hazarika song

A 70-year-old retired professor admitted at a Covid Care Centre in Assam's Guwahati has been playing Bhupen Hazarika numbers on a violin to inspire and cheer doctors

Unlock 3.0 guidelines to come into force from Aug 1

The process of phased re-opening of activities has been extended further in Unlock 3, which will come into effect from 1st of August.

Indian Red Cross Society to Buy 1.80 lakh Face Masks from KVIC

KVIC has especially designed these double-layered cotton masks for the Indian Red Cross Society as per the samples provided by them

Bajaj Finserv Doctor Loan - designed to meet Doctor's financial needs

To help doctors fulfill their unique professional and personal needs, Bajaj Finserv is offering exclusively designed Loan for Doctors

SNBNCBS develops a device for screening of bilirubin level in new born

The operation of the device is based on non-contact and non-invasive spectrometry-based techniques for measurement of neonatal bilirubin level

World Hepatitis Day:WHO fast tracks vaccination for newborns and child

Globally, more than 250 million people are living with chronic HBV infection

Dr. Harsh Vardhan participates in 2nd Empathy e-Conclave on WHD

This year’s theme : Keep your Liver Safe in COVID times

Learn how to prevent Hepatitis; Dr Pavan Hanchanale, Jupiter Hospital

Dr Pavan Hanchanale advises everyone to test for hepatitis to be on the safe side

PM Modi said 10 lakh COVID testing capacity daily from coming weeks

3 new testing centers for Corona will boost testing capacity to 10 lakh per day

Health & Wellness Centres have made their presence felt during COVID

Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centers continued delivery of non-COVID essential health services during pandemic

Gum disease may raise risk of some cancers

People with history of gum disease appear to have higher risk of developing oesophageal and gastric cancer, suggest researchers

DBT supported efficacy trial with recombinant BCG vaccine

The objective of this trial is to evaluate the ability of VPM1002 in reducing infection incidence and severe disease outcomes of COVID-19 among high-risk persons

Drug and Medical Devices Park will make India Atmanirbhar : Mr Gowda

India on it's way to be self reliant in Pharma

Jonty Rhodes launches online Ayurveda-AI health tech wellness brand

Facilitates unique proposition of combining India’s ancient science with modern AI technology

Patients recovered from Covid-19 reaches around 8.5 lakh mark

The total number of patients who recovered from Covid-19 reached around 8.5 lakh mark today

First diagnostic kit approved by FDA for Coronavirus detection

FDA authorizes first diagnostic test for screening of people without known or suspected COVID-19 infection

DBT provides funding for Gennova Biopharmaceuticals Ltd for vaccine

Dept of Biotechnology provides seed funding for Gennova Biopharmaceuticals Ltd.’s novel mRNA based COVID-19 vaccine candidate

Total number of Covid-19 cases crosses 52,000 mark in Gujarat

Gujarat is in the eighth spot in terms of active cases in the country

Pilots dreads to loose licenses amid lockdown

The International Air Transport Association said international air traffic may not return to pre-Covid levels until 2024.

DRDO establishes COVID-19 testing facility at DIHAR, Leh

DRDO has established a testing lab at Leh to enhance the rate of testing to identify the Corona cases in the Union Territory of Ladakh

UAE to start COVID-19 trial on 15000 volunteers

All clinical trials are subject to country regulations, and the strict international guidelines stipulated by the WHO to ensure the safety of volunteers

AIIMS Nagpur develops smart wristband to track COVID-19 patients

This device is in the form of a smart wristband. It is conceptualized by Dr Prathamesh Kamble, Assistant Professor, Physiology, AIIMS Nagpur.

US indicts 2 Chinese hackers of stealing COVID-19 vaccine research

The Chinese hackers also targeted human rights activists in the United States and Hong Kong, Assistant Attorney General for National Security John Demers said

SNBNCBS developed active respirator mask & nano-sanitiser

Active respirator mask & nano-sanitiser developed by SNBNCBS can help in combating COVID-19

Nobel Banquet Cancelled For First Time Since 1956 Over Coronavirus

Nobel Prize winners for 2020 will be announced but the banquet, which is always held on December 10 and normally draws around 1,300 guests, will not go ahead.

Doctors can report a domestic violence case in France

New French law allows doctors to break patient confidentiality to report domestic violence

Airborne Coronavirus is probably infectious: Study

A new study by scientists at the University of Nebraska that was uploaded to a medical preprint site this week has shown for the first time that it can be infectious

How long should COVID cases isolate? 10 days, Not 14

Those who test positive for the coronavirus but who do not have symptoms have counted down the minutes until they could be free to venture out

Chinese COVID vaccine is safe and induces an immune response - Lancet

The primary objective of the study was to evaluate the immune response and safety of the vaccine, and to determine the most suitable dose for a phase 3 trial

Additional cancer deaths in England due to delayed diagnoses - Lancet

Study says cancer death due to diagnostic delay, 20 years of life will be lost—reflecting substantial proportion of deaths in younger/middle-aged

Body fluids can provide clue for early detection of colon cancer

The experimental tools are easy to use, easily accessible, cost-effective, and the experiments could be performed in a few hours

AIIMS New Delhi’s “e-ICU” video consultation program gains traction

The program aims at holding case-management discussions among doctors who are at the frontline in treating COVID-19 patients in hospitals

Sero-Prevalence study in Delhi shows 23.48% are affected by COVID-19

Delhi sero prevalence report says most of the affected are asymptotic

Routine childhood vaccines equally beneficial for COVID-19, Lancet

Continuing routine immunisations during the pandemic could save around 702,000 child lives from vaccine-preventable diseases in Africa

Uttar Pradesh tests over 45,000 new samples

Twelve lakh samples tested till now with special focus on cities with highest infections

Siberia heatwave almost impossible without climate change

Experts have found that extreme heat events such as the Siberian hot spell would happen less than once every 80,000 years without human-induced climate change.

COVID-19 news update- Gujarat, MP, Maharashtra, 15th July

Latest news update on coronavirus from Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra

World Population to shrink after 2050

Asia and central and eastern Europe will see some of the fastest reductions, according to the analysis

1,606 new Covid-19 cases take Delhi's tally to 1,15,346

Delhi Government has confirmed that over 93,000 people affected with coronavirus have been cured so far.

Govt advises cautious use of Remdesivir, Tocilizumab for Covid-19

Government says Remdesivir,Tocilizumab and Convalescent Plasma Therapy are still investigational therapies

UK starts office place requests employers to join

Johnson has told top civil servants to set an example by starting to return staff to their desks and he has also asked companies including Goldman Sachs

Govt in process of selecting 3 bulk drug and 4 medical devices park

Department of Pharmaceuticals is finalizing guidelines for selecting locations of three bulk drug parks and four medical devices parks: Shri Gowda

Sri Lanka , Bangladesh COVID-19 news update - July 11

Pandemic situation in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

Eurofins, world leader in Bio-analytical Testing, launches ViroSure-19

ViroSure-19 is one of the most accurate, safest, and fastest COVID-19 testing solution in India

Barclays and Unreasonable,select 1mg Technologies to receive $100,000

Unreasonable Impact is an innovative multi-year multi-geographic partnership between Barclays and Unreasonable Group to support entrepreneurs

John Hopkins reports promising results; Using Treg cells for COVID-19

Cellenkos Treg therapy may become go to therapy for very sick Coronavirus patients

Higher fruit, vegetable and whole grain intake keeps Diabetes at bay

Findings further support advice to eat more of these foods to prevent the disease

Less individual movement connected to lesser COVID spread ; Lancet

Now USA research proves that less mobility leads to lesser spread of Coronavirus

Ayushman Bharat centers provide universal health care during COVID-19

41 thousand Ayushman Bharat- Health & Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs) provide universal and comprehensive primary health care during COVID-19

Independent evaluation of global COVID-19 response reported by WHO

In January 2021, the Executive Board will hold its regular session, where the Panel’s work will be further discussed; in May of next year, at the World Health Assembly, a panel will present its substantive report.

Puducherry Lt Guv Kiran Bedi tests negative for coronavirus

Kiran Bedi tested negative a day after an employee of the Raj Nivas was found to be infected with the virus.

Covid-19 treatment in Gujarat to get a boost with Li-Fi technology

Nav Wireless Technology, Ahmedabad will set up around 600 Li-Fi based units at Surat Municipal Institute of Medical Education & Research

Now, unmarried disabled sons eligible for ECHS facilities

CGHS has declared that unmarried and permanently disabled sons are eligible to get ECHS benefits even after attaining 25 years

One of the first for clinical trial for COVID-19 vaccine

It's like the United States is down to one solution that might save us from ourselves, one final bailout - the vaccine. Where's the vaccine? When can we get it?

“We cannot let the pandemic stop us”; Dr. Harsh Vardhan

Dr. Harsh Vardhan discusses bilateral health co-operation with his Swedish counterpart in the background of COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 tests cross 1 crore milestone

Recovered cases more than 4.24 lakhs exceed active cases by more than 1.7 lakh

World Zoonoses Day celebrates the first vaccination against rabies

World Zoonoses Day celebrates the first vaccination against rabies – a zoonotic disease, or an infectious disease that can be spread between animals and people

Indian COVID19 vaccines in the global race : Dr. TV Venkateswaran

Indigenous Indian COVID-19 vaccines in the global race to end the pandemic: Dr. TV Venkateswaran

Maharashtra govt to cap pricing of masks and sanitizers

Health Minister Mr. Rajesh Tope said masks and sanitizers should not be charged exorbitantly

Shri Amit Shah and Shri Rajnath Singh visit the SVP Covid-19 hospital

Shri Amit Shah says “I thank DRDO, Tatas and our Armed Forces Medical personnel who have risen to the occasion and helped tackle the emergency.”

News update on COVID-19 - Sri Lanka, UAE, Bangladesh - 6th July

Latest coronavirus news update - Sri Lanka, UAE, Bangladesh

Paris Louvre museum reopens after crippling losses

The Louvre has been closed since March 13 and this has already led "to losses of over 40 million euros," its director Jean-Luc Martinez said.

Dhanvantri rath: taking non-COVID healthcare services to people

Dhanvantri Raths has had a substantial impact on COVID-19 management also, as several hidden cases could be identified in time

Meghalaya’s 3-pronged strategy to tame COVID-19

Technology to track & implementing vigorous follow-up system, prediction vs. preparedness study and community support

Serbia tightens restrictions after highest spike in COVID

Serbia tightens restrictions after highest spike in COVID-19 cases since April

National Doctor's Day 2020 theme: Lessen the mortality of COVID-19

National doctor's day 2020 tries to thank all doctors and medical professionals for their continuous service for the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

WHO reinforces COVID-19 response efforts in Turkey

WHO has additionally helped the Ministry of Health to follow the spread of COVID-19 in Istanbul

Mass elephants deaths baffle scientists

Botswana: The deaths of the elephants come amid the COVID-19 pandemic that has killed lakhs of people across the world

Children are refusing to use soap while washing hands - survey by GHC

Healthy hygiene habits, such as washing hands for 20 seconds with soap and water to help prevent the spread of infection like coronavirus

British dental journal confirms the effectiveness of Betadine

The testing showed strong in-vitro virucidal activity, with the tested products killing 99.99% of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in 15 seconds

Bangladesh to charge 500 Taka for COVID-19 test

Bangladesh starts charging for Coronavirus test to avoid unnecessary testing

Centre extends support to NCT of Delhi for COVID Management

From new hospitals to RT-PCR kits Centre lends all the support to Delhi for managing COVID situation

Recovery rate of COVID-19 reaches to 72% in Gujarat

Despite the increase in recovery rate in Gujarat, the number of COVID-19 cases in the state is constantly going up

The 11 countries where WHO Europe says COVID-19 is on the rise

The World Health Organization says there are at least 11 countries in its European region that are seeing increased transmission of coronavirus.

Mumbai to undertake sero-surveys of 10,000 citizens

Mumbai to conduct serological survey soon as Delhi starts from today

Health volunteers made Thailand COVID model a roaring success

Legion of over one million village health volunteers, effectively expanded public healthcare system to each and every remote village

Coronavirus job cuts amid COVID-19 in Europe

The EU’s jobless rate rose to 6.6% in April, from a 12-year low of 6.4% the previous month, according to Eurostat. It's the biggest rise in several years.

Naina Parekh's crowdfunding campaign provides masks for Mumbai police

The campaign has set a target to raise Rs.1.20 crores, aiming to provide 3 masks to each of the 40,000 strong Police force of Mumbai.

Dr. Harsh Vardhan launches ‘eBloodServices’ mobile app

Dr. Harsh Vardhan praises Prime Minister’s ‘Digital India’ scheme for the potentially life saving application

Bangladesh ,Sri Lanka COVID-19 news updates ; June 24

Pandemic situation update for Bangladesh, Sri Lanka; June 24

Testing labs for Corona goes up to 1,000 across country

Testing capacities increased to 1000 laboratories nationally , ICMR

With 48,000 tests in place, UAE detects 378 news COVID cases

UAE conducts more tests to contain the pandemic situation

BMC launches ‘Mission Universal Testing’ in Mumbai

BMC provides 1 lakh antigen testing kits to make the mission successful

What is United Nations Public Service Day 2020

Every year the day is observed on June 23 to honor people, around the world, engaged in public service and this year they will honour COVID-19 warriors

Merck Foundation partners with Liberia First Lady to help underprivileged community

To support livelihood of casual workers and handicapped, Merck Foundation and the First Lady of Liberia comes together during lockdown

Jupiter hospital performs liver transplants on 7 month old infant

12- hour surgery saved 7- months- old baby at Jupiter hospital, received 120 grams of liver from his grandmother

Karnataka and Assam COVID-19 news updates

National Covid Updates Karnataka and Assam

Bangladesh crosses 1 Lakh Coronavirus cases

Bangladesh reports highest death toll in one day, infections cross 1 lakh

COVID-19 Update - recovery rate improves to 53.79%

Timely lockdown gives Government. the opportunity to create more testing and healthcare facilities which is improving recovery rate

NRDC licenses NavRakshak PPE suit

NRDC shares manufacturing know-how to five MSMEs , the PPE is developed by Indian Navy

Delhi govt to install CCTV cameras in all Coronavirus designated hospitals within 24 hours

Delhi takes extreme measures to beat the pandemic

COVID testing capacity up to 3 lakh tests per day; recovery rate reaches 52.46 pct

Recovery rate for Coronavirus patients improves as ICMR ramps up testing capacities

HIPEC is good for late stage abdominal cancers says Dr Rajas B Patel

Dr Rajas B Patel takes us through the latest HIPEC chemotherapy process for cancer patients

Uttarakhand levies fine of Rs 5,000 or six months' jail for not wearing face masks in public

Uttarakhand takes safety measures seriously while Delhi converts Anand Vihar station to COVID facility center

New drug for amoebiasis in the offing

Amoebiasis the third most killer parasitic disease in humans may get a new drug according to JNU researchers

India Coronavirus Update ; June 13

Read on to keep abreast of the latest developments on the pandemic situation in India

UAE, Bangladesh, Nepal, Srilanka,Coronavirus Update ; June 13

Catch up with latest COVID developments in UAE, Nepal, Bangladesh and Srilanka

Ventilators could be shared among 2 or 4 patients ; US Study

Doctors are thinking to reconfigure ventilator machines to save more COVID patients

500 brave pandemic & lockdown to donate blood at Nanavati Hospital

Blood donors helps the people suffering from Thalassemia, Cancer while supports Emergency Trauma patients at Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital

French Chef Comes Up With "Coronavirus-Safe" Restaurant In Paris

French restaurants have been allowed to serve on their terraces for 10 days but strict social distancing rules mean the interiors remain off-limits

Anti-microbial multi-layer face mask to annihilate pathogenic microorganisms

The mask has hydrophobic surface on the outer layer to deflect water droplets containing the pathogenic microorganisms

Harvard study suggests Coronavirus was spreading in China from August

Wet markets of Wuhan may not be entirely responsible, the virus existed before ; Harvard Research Study

Smoking-related disease to kill seven million more in 2020

Global Forum on Nicotine is focused on safer nicotine products , in reducing smoking-related harms

Union Ministry advises Maharashtra District Collectors to use Aarogya Setu

District Collectors of Maharashtra were strongly advised to use Aarogya Setu app and share their experience for effective Coronavirus management

Government to set up 958 dedicated hospitals for COVID-19

958 dedicated COVID hospitals set up; Testing facilities increased across country: Dr Harsh Vardhan

Private sector will be allowed to use ISRO facilities : Dr Jitendra Singh

ISRO to help private companies to scale up as per Atmanirbhar Bharat strategy by Central Government

Number of recovered patients more than active Coronavirus cases : GoI

GoI says pandemic under control as the recovery rate improves

16th meeting of GoM reviews containment measures of COVID-19

GOI takes stock of the situation presses additional measures to contain the pandemic

UAE, Bangladesh, Nepal, Srilanka, COVID-19 news updates ; June 10

Latest Coronavirus updates from Nepal, Srilanka, Bangladesh, UAE : June 10

Central teams deployed to over 50 municipal bodies facing high COVID-19 case load

Central Government dispatches 3 member team to hotspots all over the country for effective containment of Coronavirus

HeiQ Viroblock tested successfully against Novel Coronavirus

HeiQ Viroblock NPJ03 is among the first textile technologies in the world to be proven effective against SARS-CoV-2 in the laboratory.

Religious places, malls , restaurants, hotels to open from today : Unlockdown 1.0

Unlockdown1.0 begins from today : Central Government issues SOP for phased unlockdown with all the safety measures in place

Coronavirus News Updates ; UAE, Bangladesh, Nepal ; June 8

UAE, Bangladesh and Nepal Coronavirus status as of today

IIT Hyderabad develops low cost Artificial Intelligence-based test kit for COVID-19

IIT Hyderabad at the peak of innovations to fight the war against Coronavirus

International Yoga Day 2020 on digital media platforms

This year's theme will be 'Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family'. People will be able to join Yoga Day celebrations virtually at 7 am on June 21.

Sri Sri Tattva and BMCRI to study effects of Ayurveda on COVID-19

The study will be aimed at early recovery in the symptoms of COVID patients by adding herbal immunoboosters

Understanding Brain Tumor in the 'Youngest Victims'  

WORLD BRAIN TUMOR DAY: New-age treatments are boosting survivals rates in the youngest victims of brain cancer

WHO welcomes funding for vaccines

WHO confirms that Gavi Alliance will be better able to maintain immunization in lower-income countries

Novavax receives US Defense funding for developing COVID-19 vaccine

As part of the contract, Novavax will work with a U.S.-based biologic organization (CDMO) to manufacture the vaccine

Meyer Vitabiotics donates immunity booster supplements to Mumbai police

Meyer Vitabiotics and Grand Maratha Foundation supports the Mumbai police for their unconditional services

COVID-19 recoveries rise to over 19,000; 571 new cases identified in UAE

UAE pandemic update, post EID the scenario improves with more recoveries and less cases

CSIR-CMERI develops affordable ventilator : Could be effective in fight against Coronavirus

CSIR-CMERI innovates by developing a low cost ventilator, using motorized bellow technology, indispensable in the fight against Coronavirus

Project Baala and Delhi Government to distribute sanitary pads

Project Baala has tied up with the Delhi Government to distribute eco-friendly, re-usable sanitary pads, manufactured in-house

Delhi government serves show-cause notice to private laboratories

Private Laboratories in Delhi flouted health ministry's mandate of not testing asymptotic patients

COVID 19 news update : Haryana,Punjab,Chandigarh,Delhi

COVID-19 news updates which matters !

Ayush Kadha at UP government offices while MP applies for clinical trials

Ayush kadha which was prescribed as potential defense against Coronavirus will be promoted at all UP government offices

India COVID-19 News Update

State wise update for COVID-19 news

First COVID-19 testing laboratory inaugurated in CSIR-NEIST, Jorhat

NEIST is the first research and development institute in Assam to open up a testing facility in the state

4 or more HCQ doses reduced risk of Coronavirus in healthcare workers: ICMR study

HCQ is proving to be an effective medicine in prevention of Coronavirus in healthcare workers, reported ICMR

COVID-19 news updates, India ; June 1st

Coronavirus news updates ; Maharashtra, Gujarat, AP, Tamilnadu, Punjab, Haryana, Sikkim, Nagaland, Manipur , Karnataka , Kerala, Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram

Pharma industry has important role to play ; Piyush Goyal

Pharma Industry would have full support from government for expansion, diversification and strengthening to reduce dependency on China

COVID-19 recovery rate improves to 47.40% in country

As per government recovery rate improves but widespread infections still a reason to worry

Jyoti Kumari nominated as National Health Ambassador | Shri Ashwini Kumar Choubey

Help pours in for Jyoti Kumari taking care of her all the needs

4 COVID-19 Bio Banks established by the Department of Biotechnology

Corononavirus Bio Banks will help in research as well as vaccine development

Ministry of Culture sends PPE kits and other materials to Jharkhand

Jharkhand is battling the pandemic with the help of ICMR, as they carry out blood sample checks at the hotspots

Maharashtra : Rs 50 lakh insurance cover for frontline Coronavirus workers

At last relief for frontline workers as 50 lakh insurance is declared by the Maha government

Coca-Cola Partners With United Way Mumbai to Provide PPE and Hygiene Aid Kits

Coca-Cola partners with United Way Mumbai to provide PPE and hygiene aid kits to the front-line warriors during COVID-19 outbreak.

Research says Coronavirus can travel 20 feet | University of California

According to University of California research , 6 feet is not enough as social distancing as Coronavirus can travel up to 20 feet

Post Eid 883 new cases of Coronavirus identified in UAE

Total number of infection recorded in the country is 31,969 and increasing daily post Eid

Womens Health : A priority

Women's Health has always been a secondary approach as she is assumed to be busy with the household. Here is a quick brief on why weight training is equally important to females.

How can we celebrate National Senior Health and Fitness Day today

27th National Senior Health And Fitness Day will be celebrated in US today albeit in low scale

ICMR approves LifeCell as COVID-19 testing lab

LifeCell is now ICMR recognized lab for COVID-19 testing to strengthen the nation's fight against the pandemic

WHO Manifesto for a healthy recovery from COVID-19

Prescriptions for a healthy and green recovery from COVID-19

968 , COVID-19 hospitals with over 2,50,000 beds across country

Health Ministry updates on steps taken to contain and cure COVID-19 infections

Fever clinics to help in screening Corona virus in MP

Fever Clinics ordered to add Covid-19 screening facilities, MP government

Doctors Without Borders warns of impending pandemic catastrophe in Aden

Aden death toll due to the pandemic is rising everyday due to inadequate medical facilities

Maharashtra: Covid-19 cases at 44,582 and increasing

Coronavirus cases are increasing everyday in Maharashtra, Ex CM blames the present government

New Immunization guidelines from Ministry of Health

Today Health Ministry issued guidelines for immunization during and post Covid-19

Coordinated pandemic response could only reopen things : MIT

Coordinated welfare is the way to fight the pandemic but data says otherwise:MIT

11809 recovers in UAE from coronavirus

Though recovery rates are going up UAE government is appealing to the citizens to practice a safe Eid

Merck Foundation join hands with African first ladies to build healthcare capacity

Merck Foundation has so far enrolled and trained over 183 Medical postgraduates from over 35 countries to build capacity

14-day quarantine mandatory inbound Assam passengers

Hardeep Singh Puri contradicts Sarma saying ‘14-day quarantine for passengers of domestic flights’

Covid recovery rate improves to 40.31 percent

India recovery rate for coronavirus improves but total cases may go up

MP Govt begins Didi Vehicle Service for rural women

Rural Livelihood Mission begins Didi Vehicle Service for safe delivery of rural women in Madhya Pradesh

'Stay Sanitised, Stay Safe' Campaign Launched With Vande Bharat Mission

Karnataka Government along with Tallen Technologies uses Vande Bharat locations for stay safe stay sanitised campaign

Reasons why you should have peppermint tea in COVID-19 crisis

If you're feeling anxious, try swapping your triple espresso for a cup of peppermint tea.

73rd WHO Assembly resolves to unite and fight Coronavirus

WHO unites with countries and associations to fight Coronavirus.

India records highest single day spike : Covid 19 Update

India records a surge in numbers though the recovery rate has improved

Andhra Pradesh resumes bus services

Andhra Pradesh resumes intra-state, inter-district bus services

Textiles Ministry releases a list of labs for test and certification of PPE

Textile ministry and Defence ministry geared up to promote local business

Haryana govt allows to open all sports complexes and stadiums

Sports complexes will adhere strictly to the covid 19 protocols and norms

Canada fines Facebook with over $6 million after privacy probe

Canada Competition Bureau found that Facebook's privacy claims were not consistent with the way it shared personal data of users with some third-party developers

MoHAP announces 38,000 additional COVID-19 tests

MoHAP announces 38,000 additional COVID-19 tests as part of intensified screening, 873 new cases, 1,214 recoveries and three deaths

Health Ministry guidelines for dental professionals : COVID-19 Update

Dental professionals are at high risk of getting infected in the current pandemic situation

UN chief praises Africa's efforts to stem COVID-19

"COVID-19 has made much slower progress (in Africa) than the predictions that were made at the beginning" of the crisis, Guterres said in an interview with RFL radio in France.

WHO chief : ''Will keep leading virus response" Trump threat

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus defended the agency's role after the United States again withheld full support for a resolution on the pandemic.

UP, Bihar most active in bringing back migrants

Migrants to be transported as per SOP which was shared by The Union Ministry today

Home buyers likely to leverage COVID-19 impact on real estate segment

Homebuyers are also likely to benefit from all-time-low interest rates of 7.15 to 7.8 percent on home loans. My dream home can be affordable now

2,000 migrant workers gather at Mumbai’s Bandra to catch train

The incident occurred at around 11.30 am as a message about a Shramik train headed for Bihar spread among migrant workers.

Uber To Shed 3,000 Jobs For 2nd Time This Month

Uber has suffered a near-total collapse as large parts of the United States and the rest of the world shut to combat the spread of the virus

New York governor takes coronavirus test on live TV

"You don't have to be New York tough to take that test," the governor said during the live broadcast of his popular daily briefing.

FM Announces 5th Tranche Measures

FM announces Government Reforms and Enablers across Seven Sectors under Aatma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan

Manage your blood pressure with these tips

The symptoms of hypertension are chest pain, dizziness, breathing difficulties, and even headaches

Lockdown 4 : All you should know about it

Read to understand how Lockdown 4 affects you

How apps could change the workplace after COVID crisis

Several apps could hold the future to a safe office after reopening as covered by ABC news with an expert on the topic.

UAE News Updates for Covid 19

UAE lauds family doctors on the occasion of World Family Doctor Day ; Releases latest Covid19 figures

APMC reopens today at Navi Mumbai

APMC reopens among protest but proper functioning is a challenge due to shortage of workers

COVID-19 News Update : SAARC Countries

Latest News update COVID-19 : SAARC Countries

Boat Clinics of Assam fight the Covid-19 scare in remote areas

Assam Boat Clinics is the only connection between Assam villages and health facility

“One Nation , One Digital Platform” : HRD Minister

“One nation , one digital platform” and “one class one channel” will ensure reach of quality education to farthest corners of the country

INS Jalashwa brings back 588 citizens

Operation Samudra Setu and Vande Bharat Mission to bring back stranded Indians in Maldives

OCI Card Holders In US Frustrated With Travel Rules By India

Of all the countries, the Indian diplomatic missions in the US issues the largest number of OCI cards

A Dog, 3 Cats Found Infected With COVID-19

The eight-year-old bulldog belonged to a COVID-19 patient and appeared to have been infected by its owner, Dutch Agriculture Minister Carola Schouten said

Health Ministry lists precautions on National Dengue Day

Health Ministry advisory on prevention of Dengue on National Dengue Day

Samir Modi Offers Help to the Underprivileged During COVID-19

Modi Enterprises has taken an initiative to give back to the society by providing over 35,000 dry food relief packages to the migrants & daily wage workers

Landmark Group, Support COVID-19 Relief Efforts in Mumbai

Landmark Group, The Jagtiani Foundation, and The LIFE Foundation Commit Support Towards COVID-19 Relief Efforts in Mumbai

Free food grains for 8 crore to migrant workers and their families

Atmanirbhar Bharat to take care of migrant workers and their families

CSIR Collaborates with Intel India and IIIT-Hyderabad to Develop to Combat COVID-19

CSIR collaborates with Intel India and IIIT-Hyderabad to develop diagnostic solutions and risk stratification strategies to combat COVID-19

CGI Donates Medical Equipment to Gandhi Hospital

CGI Donates Medical Equipment to Gandhi Hospital in Hyderabad to Support Pandemic-related Efforts

G-20 nations to ensure access to essential medicines at affordable prices

Shri Piyush Goyal called upon G20 nations for availability of vaccines,medicines,treatment.

Atrimed Pharma Launches 'Mahila'

Atrimed Pharma Launches First-of-its-kind 'Mahila' - A Chain of Healthcare Clinics for Women by Women

Kerala reports new cases : INS Jalashwa to sail again

Kerala faces new cases with evacuees INS Jalashwa to rescue 700 more

Operation Samudra Setu to bring back 700 citizens

Operation Samudra Setu and Shramik Special carrying Indians to their destinations

COVID-19 News Update : Jharkhand, Rajasthan, Maharashtra

Latest news update on COVID-19- Jharkhand, Rajasthan, Maharashtra

COVID-19 News Update : Jammu & Kashmir, AP, Assam

Latest COVID-19 News Update : Jammu & Kashmir, AP, Assam

Bhagalpur Smart City innovates to fight Covid19

Bhagalpur uses IEC technology to fight coronavirus

UAE Covid 19 News Update May 14

Dr. Amna Al Dahak Al Shamsi, official spokesperson of the UAE Government,updated the latest covid 19 statistics

Maharashtra Govt Permits 65000 Industries to Resume Operations

Maharashtra govt permits 65 thousand industries to resume operations; over 9 lakh employees reported

Mayo Clinic Collaborates With Ultromics to check COVID-19

Mayo Clinic collaborates for rapid assessment of Covid19 patients

WHO says serious investment needed to avert mental health crisis

Post Covid 19 mental health crisis to go up WHO

KVIC starts investing in local companies

KVIC adopts vocal for local strategy announced by PM Modi

Haryana & J&K Plans to Provide Tap Water to All by DEC 2022

Haryana & Jammu & Kashmir, both the states are planning to provide tap water to all rural households by Dec 2022

Testing capacity rises to 1 lakh daily : Dr Harsh Vardhan

Dr. Harsh Vardhan also highlighted that the doubling time in the past 14 days was 10.9, it has improved to 12.2 in the last three days.

Vande Bharat : Next Phase May 15 Onwards

According to Vande Bharat Mission plan ,Air India will be evacuating Indian nationals belonging to other states from Maldives. Evacuation flights will ferry the Indians to the cities of New Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai and Chennai.

COVID-19 Update : Kerala, Andhra Pradesh

Latest Update on COVID-19 : Kerala & Andhra Pradesh

COVID-19 Update : Rajasthan, Jharkhand

Latest update on COVID-19 : Rajasthan & Jharkhand

Covid 19 News Updates: Gujarat, Maharashtra, Himachal

Gujarat, Maharashtra and Himachal Pradesh - Latest news update

Cancer Patients Find Virtual Consultation a Boon During Pandemic

HCG Cancer Hospital has enabled virtual consultation facility across its 24 hospitals in the country to continue the OPD operations during the lockdown.

Arunachal Pradesh HM Inaugurates Second COVID-19 Testing Lab

Arunachal Pradesh Health Minister Alo Libang today inaugurated the second COVID-19 testing lab at Intermediate Reference Laboratory at Naharlagun, near Itanagar.

Smile Train Launches Campaign #EndTheStigma Around COVID-19

Cricketer Harbhajan Singh, Paralympic Icon Dr Deepa Malik and Miss Diva Universe 2020 Adline Castelino urge the public to show empathy during the pandemic

Number of COVID-19 Cases Jump to 191 in Nepal

In Nepal number of COVID-19 cases jump to 191 as 57 more test positive

ICMR, NCDC to Initiate a Population-Based Sero-survey

Health Ministry said that there is a need to establish systematic surveillance for COVID-19 infection in all districts of country and surveillance will be in addition to the routine testing as per current testing guidelines.

COVID-19 Update : Delhi, Andhra Pradesh & Jharkhand

Latest Update on Coronavirus : Delhi, Andhra Pradesh & Jharkhand

Hikma Announces the Launch of Propofol Injectable Emulsion, USP

Hikma responds to COVID-19 shortage with launch of Propofol Injectable Emulsion, USP. Sedative for patients on ventilators currently in short supply in the US

WHO says 7 to 8 options for Covid 19 vaccine

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told in a UN Economic and Social Council video briefing that as per initial presumption two months ago it might take 12 to 18 months for a vaccine.

Glenmark Introduces 3-in-1 Inhaler Therapy for COPD in India

Glenmark Introduces 3-in-1 Inhaler Therapy for COPD in India, Promising Reduction in Risk of Severe Attacks and Improvement in Lung Function

Indian Railways restarts special passenger train services

All these Indian Railways passenger trains will have air conditioned first second and third classes with ticket fare same as Rajdhani. Food is included and compulsory

Hospitals in Jammu Resume OPD Services

The OPD services in Government Medical College and its associated hospitals in Jammu resumed today after 48 days. The OPD services would run between 10 am and 2 pm.

PM Modi hints at extending Covid 19 lockdown

Mr Modi said, the Post-COVID era also brings opportunities that India must leverage. Prime Minister reaffirmed the importance of Do Gaz Ki doori and added that suggestion of night curfew raised by many Chief Ministers will surely reaffirm the feeling of caution among people.

UAE COVID-19: Recovery Rate Improves

Testing resulted in the detection of 781 new cases among various nationalities, bringing the total number of infections in the country to 18,198. The newly announced cases are in a stable condition and undergoing the necessary medical treatment.

What Life Becomes When COVID-19 Won't Go Away

Darlene Krawetz has been beset by debilitating symptoms of the coronavirus disease for weeks.How long can a heart last like this? The palpitations come a few times every hour and go on for a minute or more.

MHA directs states to facilitate migrant workers transportation

Citing the Centre's nod regarding movement of migrant workers by buses and Shramik special trains, he urged , State and UT Governments to ensure that migrant workers do not go by walking on road or railway tracks.

Bal Bharti NGO Launches Social Platform to Fight COVID-19

The sudden surge in numbers of novel (COVID-19) cases has caused the nations across the globe to take steps to stop the spread.

Third Evacuation Flight Under Vande Bharat Mission Leaves for Mumbai from Dhaka

The third evacuation flight under the Vande Bharat Mission of government of India left for Mumbai from Dhaka in the afternoon on Monday. The flight carried 104 Indian nationals stranded in Bangladesh due to Corona pandemic.

Repatriated Indians Arrive Kochi aboard INS Jalashwa

INS Jalashwa, based at Visakhapatnam has been at the forefront of similar evacuation efforts of Indian nationals and major Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) efforts of the Indian Navy.

Tamil Nadu, Implementing Australian e-learning Platform- Matific

Tamil Nadu becomes the first state in India to announce a large-scale state-wide partnership with the learning platform. Over 1.5 million students in Tamil Nadu from various state government schools will now have access to Matific, the mathematics e-learning platform

Dukes India: Launching Hand Safe Sanitizers

"Hand Safe" sanitizer from House of Dukes contains 72.34% Ethyl Alcohol and is enriched with Vitamin E which is a good component for healthy skin. It has added perfume to ensure a refreshing feeling on the hands.

Today, 4 flights for Indians from Bangladesh, UAE and Malaysia

Additional Secretary in the MEA Vikram Doraiswami has been assigned to coordinate with Kerala while another Additional Secretary Nagma Malik will coordinate with the government of Karnataka.

Covid 19 Recovery Rate at 29.36% reported Health Ministry

The official said that cumulative number of COVID-19 cases in the country has climbed to 56, 342 while the death toll stands at 1886. 37, 916 people under active medical supervision.In the last 24 hours, 3,390 new cases have come up and 1,273 people have been recovered.

US COVID-19 Update: Daily Roundup

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently continued to take action in the ongoing response effort to the COVID-19 pandemic:

Minority Community Equally Contributing in the Fight Against COVID-19

“Over 1500 Health Care Assistants, trained under skill development programme of Minority Affairs Ministry, assisting in treatment and well-being of Corona patients”

Meet The Europeans Who Don't Want Lockdown To End

Meet the new kind of people who are enjoying there personal time with family and able to do the things which they have always longed for.

Peking University Strengthens Global Cooperation amid COVID-19

Peking University has been proactive in sharing its anti-pandemic experience with universities around the world over the past few months. The university-wide dialogues have been conducted through participating in the World Economic Forum's Global University Leaders Forum.

COVID-19 Update : Rajasthan & MP

Update : COVID-19 - Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh

Fake News : Military lockdown in Mumbai

In a tweet, Press Information Bureau described it as fake message. It said, no Army or Navy personnel are being deployed for maintaining law and order in the city.

NCST & GUJCOST arranges Webinar for Citizens

Webinar for citizens and stranded Indians rescued from Bangladesh :Covid 19 latest Updates

COVID-19 Update : Telengana, Jammu & Kashmir, Haryana

Latest update on COVID-19 ; Telengana, J&K, Haryana

As Pandemic Deepens, Coronavirus Symptoms Multiply

The new coronavirus can also push the immune system into overdrive, unleashing an indiscriminate assault -- known as a cytokine storm -- on pathogens and their human hosts alike

Cyberabad Police and SCSC Finest Team Work

Mobilised 150 volunteers comprised of IT & ITEs professionals, facilitated distribution of 6.5 lakh meals, 48000 packets of groceries, organised 1000 plus units of blood, set up a first of its kind Emergency Ambulance, launched and pressed the services of Disinfection Boom Sprayer Vehicle and many

New Treatments Offer Hope for Transfusion-dependent Thalassemia Patients

Combination of newly approved medication and improved surgery options mean a cure for almost all young people, says expert ahead of World Thalassemia Day on May 8

Indian Railways Geared up to Provide COVID Care Centers

Besides maintaining national supply chain in adverse circumstances, Indian Railways makes significant contribution to supplement Government of India’s efforts against COVID

MoHAP Launches Self-driving Vehicle in Sharjah

The initiative, which was implemented in cooperation with the Sharjah’s Family Health Promotion Center, and Huawei, comes as part of the ministry’s efforts being made to contain the spread of coronavirus, using the latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and fifth generation technology (5G)

One In Five US Children Left Hungry Amid Pandemic

The Brookings Institution report said a survey found that 17.4 percent of mothers with children aged 12 or under reported that their offspring were not eating enough due to lack of money

MoHAP Launches Mobile E-clinic Service

The service is currently provided at most of the Health Promotion Centers for the children from the age of 4, 6, 12 and 18 months.

Seven new persons infected in Nepal; total reaches 82 in Nepal

There are 66 active cases in Nepal, while 16 patients have been recovered so far. A total 22,608 people quarantined and 106 persons kept under isolation.

Researchers Claim that Children May Transmit the Coronavirus

Experts said the new data suggest that cases could soar in many U.S. communities if schools reopen soon as two individual European researches claim that children can transmit the virus

JLL Prepares Organizations to Navigate Re-entry in a COVID-19 World

Firm publishes re-entry guide for preparing for work in the "next normal"

Coronavirus: Global Update

Coronavirus developments globally in last 24 hours

Asians Are Most Nervous About Reopening Post Lockdown

Data from an Ipsos survey of 14 countries indicate that only in four countries (China, India, Italy, Russia) does a majority favor restarting the economy with Covid-19 still uncontained; in only two countries (Germany, Italy) are the majority not "very nervous" about leaving their homes

Ras Al Khaimah's Health Sector Well Equipped to Protect Residents from Global Health Crises

Investment and enhancement over the years has created world-class infrastructure and services

Iran Reopens Mosques, Records Almost 80,000 COVID-19 Recoveries

Health ministry spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour said 74 new fatalities brought to 6,277 the total number officially recorded in Iran since it reported its first cases in mid-February

175 new cases in Rajasthan

To deal with the Corona crisis, 1450 fully dedicated beds have been built in Jaipur. It has 950 beds in SMS Hospital and 500 beds in RUHS Hospital. At the same time, 10,578 beds have been prepared for corona patients in government and private hospitals across the state.

13 new cases in Tripura

The state has tested 4,955 people for the virus so far

Telengana announces 40 trains for migrant workers

The Chief Minister coordinated with nodal officials Panchayat Raj Secretary Sandeep Kumar Sultania and Additional DGP Jitender for transportation migrant workers from all over the State.

11,706 people have been cured till now

It is again reiterated that States / UTs must ensure that rigorous containment measures are taken, so that the caseload remains low. They must also ensure effective case clinical management while parallely focusing on infection prevention & control.

New Symptoms of COVID-19 May Help Doctors

From 'COVID Toes' to Hives, These Are the Skin Conditions Dermatologists Think Could Be Signs of Coronavirus

IGNOU Postpones June Exams 2020

Today’s development comes on a day the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) announced that in view of the COVID-19 pandemic, it was deferring the Civil Services (Prelims), which was scheduled to take place on May 31.

ENOC Group implements screening tests and disinfection measures at staff accommodation

To safeguard almost 6,000 of its staff, ENOC's Occupational Health Service Centre (OHSC) has implemented a screening programme aligned with directives issued by the World Health Organisation (WHO)

Tips To Manage Asthma Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

World Asthma Day 2020: another risk has risen to asthma patients as COVID-19. The hazard and seriousness of the contamination are by all accounts higher in patients experiencing incessant infections and debilitated invulnerability. Here's all that you have to know.

Janaushadhi Kendras accepting orders on WhatsApp and e-mail

Jan Aushadhi warehouses are working at full capacity and inhouse residential arrangements have been made for staff.

India Update: COVID 19

As many as twenty (20) Central Public Health Teams from the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare have been formed and are being sent to the 20 districts that are reporting the maximum number of COVID-19 cases in the country.

Union HRD Minister Releases Academic calendar for classes 9th and 10th in New Delhi

Alternative academic calendar for Classes XI and XII and subject areas will be released  very soon - Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank'

Mohammed Bin Rashid Directs Government to Develop Strategy for Post COVID-19 Era

His Highness called on the ministers, undersecretaries, members of the executive councils and experts to collaborate to produce the strategy and establish short-term and long-term policies to reactivate the economic activities in the country.

UN’s Health and Development Agencies Join Forces for Good Health

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and WHO signed a five year MoU to help support countries to achieve the health-related targets across the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the agenda’s commitment to leave no-one behind

Netherlands McDonald's Is Keeping Its Customers Safety First

Restaurants, bars and other public places in the Netherlands have been closed since March 15. As of Friday, 39,791 coronavirus cases had been confirmed with 4,893 deaths

New Zealand And Australia Consider Coronavirus "Travel Bubble"

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will take part in a meeting of Australia's emergency coronavirus cabinet on Tuesday, the Australian government said, stoking speculation that two-way travel could be permitted in the near future.

Modish Care Launches Modish Protective Healthcare Kit

Amid the rising number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases and the acute shortage of protective kits, the launch of Modish Protective Healthcare Kit by Modish Care is timely and a sincere effort towards serving the country in need

MGH Flies SpiceJet Charters Ensuring India's Supply Chain Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

SpiceJet along with the MGH Group has been planning to further expand its freighter operations and add multiple global routes to its fast-expanding network considering increasing demand for essentials and medical supplies globally.

IT hardware companies expect to resume partial production this week

The EMS official said that big companies are expected to recover soon once they start operations, however, medium and small enterprises supplying components in the sector have been hit hard and will need handholding for coming back to the normal.

MoHAP Announces 26,000 Additional COVID-19 Tests

The Ministry called upon the public to adhere to health guidelines and instructions from the relevant authorities, particularly concerning social distancing, for the sake of the health and safety of all.

G20 Digital Ministers Summit calls for coordinated global Digital response to fight the pandemic

India emphasizes on responsibility of G20 nations to focus on making inclusive and sustainable economies and societies

Lokpal of India, Justice Ajay Kumar Tripathi died fighting COVID-19

Lokpal of India family is saddened with this loss. May the departed soul rest in peace and may God grant strength to the bereaved family to come out of this great loss.

Divya Jyoti Hospital : Ghaziabad’s Premier Level-1 COVID Facility

Divya Jyoti Hospital is run under the aegis of Jassar Dental Medical Education Health Foundation started by Late Shri Ajit Singh Jassar. It specializes primarily in providing dental and medical education.

422 flights Operated Under Lifeline Udan to Deliver Essential Medical Cargo

422 flights operated under Lifeline Udan to deliver essential medical cargo to people across the country

Indian Coast Guard Joins the Nation to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19

Indian Coast Guard joins the nation to thank COVID-19 Warriors

How CEOs Can Support Employee Mental Health in a Crisis

Harvard University Researchers suggest ways how the bosses can help their employees manage mental stress, especially during a crisis. In a report mentioned by Ryan Smith, we can understand how to better things.

Indian Railways Completes Long Pending Maintenance Works During Lockdown

To improve safety and operational efficiencies, backend warriors of Indian Railways execute long pending major maintenance works of Bridges and Tracks besides Yard remodelling, Renewal of Scissors Crossover during this lockdown

FEW QUICK KNOW HOW FOR LOCKDOWN 3.0

Corona Se Jung- Delhi Police Ke Sang launched by All India Institute of Ayurveda

For distribution of medicines, special Kits are to be prepared which will contain the formulations, method of use and advisory issued by Ministry of AYUSH in Hindi and English. The medicines would be procured from government pharmacy (IMPCL) under Ministry of AYUSH.

NMIMS-NPAT 2020 Goes Online

NMIMS-NPAT 2020 is the entrance test to qualify for undergraduate & integrated degree programs across its constituent schools and campuses in Mumbai, Shirpur, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Navi Mumbai, Indore and Dhule. Admissions are now open for the undergraduate & integrated programs.

SAS Uses Analytics, AI to Track the Pandemic

SAS launches COVID-19 Resource Hub to provide data, analytic capabilities and learning resources

Largest spike in Covid 19 and other Covid19 Updates 6PM

India Update : Covid 19 ,& PM Friday

Germany On Labour Day and Its Significance

Labour Day is an annual holiday to celebrate the achievements of workers. Labour Day has its origins in the labour union movement, specifically the eight-hour day movement, which advocated eight hours for work, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest.

MHA gain reiterates lockdown guidelines

Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has re-iterated to all States/UTs that, as per the consolidated revised guidelines on lockdown measures, no separate passes are required for through traffic of trucks and goods carriers, including empty trucks etc.

Coronavirus: Outcry as Spanish beach sprayed with bleach

Authorities in a Spanish coastal resort have apologised after spraying a beach with bleach in an attempt to protect children from coronavirus.

Yesterday Irrfan and today Rishi Kapoor is dead :Black week for Bollywood

Bollywood is having a disastrous week amidst lockdown two stalwarts passes away in last two days creating a vacuum which is hard to fill

Belgium to hire 2,000 call centre staff to track COVID-19 cases

The Pandemic has also increased a sense of distress amongst the citizens so inorder to address all the queries the country has set call centers.

CSIR Labs Providing Food, Sanitizers & Masks to Needy

Apart from being known for its R&D and S&T knowledge base CSIR has a track record of providing emergency interventions

Indian Railways Distributes 3 million Free meals

Meals distributed during lockdown due to COVID-19 at approximately 300 locations across the country

Nanomedicine to Alter Oxidative Stress....SNBNCBS

SNBNCBS develops Nanomedicine to alter oxidative stress for better immune power to treat viral infections including COVID-19

UGC Guidelines on Current Academic Curriculum

Every University shall establish a cell for handling student grievances related to examinations and academic activities during COVID-19 pandemic and notify effectively to the students.The UGC will establish a Help Line for monitoring student grievances related to examinations and academic activiti

NewZeland hails for non-profit offering discounts to workers

"Thank You Healthcare is the result of this, and we're pleased at how many businesses around the country have already come on board to show their support with tangible and specific offers- New Zeland Prime Minister

States calls back student and migrant workers

It has also been impressed upon that on arrival at their destination, such person(s) would be assessed by the local health authorities, and kept in home quarantine, unless the assessment requires keeping the person in institutional quarantine. They would be kept under watch with periodic health chec

Over 325000 People are Using “Janaushadhi Sugam” Mobile App

In its Fight against COVID-19 Government of India is revolutionizing the face of healthcare system through notable schemes like PMBJP that have been providing over 900 quality generic-medicines and 154 surgical equipments & consumable at affordable prices for every citizen of the nation.

Denmark approves start of work for €7 billion underwater tunnel to Germany

The construction was paused as per the COVID situation across Europe.

Menarini Silicon Biosystems Explores New Application for Circulating Endothelial Cells in COVID-19

Enumeration of Circulating Endothelial Cells (CECs) with CELLSEARCH platform may offer a new tool for investigating the role of the damaged endothelium in SARS-CoV-2 infection and clinical manifestation

Berkeley Lights Launches Two New Capabilities in the Opto Cell Therapy Development

The new multiplex cytokine and cytotoxicity assays as a part of the Opto Cell Therapy Development 1.0 workflow will help users of the Berkeley Lights' platform develop cancer immunotherapies faster

“Restart Your Business with BV”

Bureau Veritas is on hand to support business resumption with appropriate health and safety conditions across all sectors

US Imposes New Restrictions On Exports To China Amid COVID-19 Outbreak

The rules were posted for public inspection and will be published in the Federal Register on Tuesday

Fight Virus with AI!

With infrared thermal body temperature measuring, Pensees’ Intelligent Non-contact Body Temperature Monitoring System includes intelligent FR access with an integrated temperature screening module and portable thermal temperature screening system with FR capability.

Hilton Defining a New Standard of Hotel Cleanliness partners with RB/Lysol and Mayo Clinic

'Hilton CleanStay with Lysol Protection' Expected to Launch June 2020

Coronavirus Lockdowns Begin To Ease, Cases Top 3 Million

With some of Europe's worst-hit nations reporting drops in daily death counts, governments are exploring how to relax confinement orders exacting their own damaging economic and psychological tolls

Bracko launches global Bracco cares initiative to support HealthCare professionals through trying times

BRACCO CARES is an opportunity for Bracco to give back to the imaging community for all that they do to support the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients.

Nurse at AP Rajbhavan tests positive

State Deputy Chief Minister (Health) A K K Srinivas visited Srikakulam on Sunday to take stock of the situation as three Covid-19 cases were suddenly reported in the district.

Kia Motors Delivers 15,000 Medical Use Face Shields To The Georgia Emergency Management Agency

Protective Face Shields Assembled at Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia Will Be Distributed to Healthcare Workers Across the State

AIIMS Rishikesh quarantines 22 staff

AIIMS Rishikesh staff at risk

DiaSorin Obtains FDA Emergency Use Authorization and BARDA Funding for SARS-CoV-2 IgG Serology Kit

The product is one of the first high-throughput assays based on the CLIA (Chemiluminescent ImmunoAssay) technology to receive EUA in the U.S.

Hard fought gains in immunization coverage at risk without critical health services, warns WHO

WHO is working with partners all over the world to accelerate research and development of a safe and effective vaccine and ensure equitable access for the billions of people who will need it

Ortho Launches Second COVID-19 Antibody Test With 100% Specificity

Ortho has already begun shipping its antibody test to customers in highly impacted geographies and plans to manufacture several million COVID-19 antibody tests each month

Trump Administration's Plan to Exclude Assisted Living from PPE Shipment is a Mistake

Statement from Argentum and American Seniors Housing Association (ASHA), two trade associations representing assisted living communities

Northern Railways manufactures 1,500 PPE per day

The Indian Railways has intended to fabricate 1.30 lakh PPEs at its workshops the nation over by May-end.

Bengaluru Leads the Way in PPE Coverall Production

Production capacity of coveralls required by medical personnel treating COVID-19 cases in the country has been ramped up to more than 1 lakh per day; cumulative production till date is approximately one million coverall units