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After nipah virus death in Malappuram, another critical in Palakkad
A 38-year-old woman from Thachanattukara in north Kerala's Palakkad is currently undergoing treatment for the Nipah virus at the Government Medical College in Kozhikode.
DMK's regional ally leader apologizes after calling same-sex love 'perversion'
Thol Thirumavalavan, a leader of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) and Member of Parliament from Chidambaram, has apologized for his remarks on same-sex relationships.
WHO declares India trachoma-free, says PM in 'Mann Ki Baat'
In his latest "Mann Ki Baat" episode, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared India free of trachoma, an eye disease.
WHO adopts first-ever pandemic treaty—Will it make a difference?
The World Health Organization (WHO) has adopted the first-ever global pandemic treaty, aimed at preventing and responding to future pandemics.
UN warns 14,000 babies could die in Gaza within 48hrs
The United Nations has issued a dire warning that without immediate intervention, around 14,000 babies could perish in Gaza within the next two days.
US absent from WHO's annual assembly: What's the impact?
For the first time since its inception in 1948, the United States is not attending the World Health Organization's (WHO) World Health Assembly, being held in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 19-27.
WHO members approve treaty to improve pandemic preparedness
The World Health Organization (WHO) has taken a major step toward global pandemic preparedness with its member states voting in favor of a new treaty.
Global life expectancy dropped 1.8 years in 2 years: WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a report detailing the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global health.
US health secretary's autism study sparks public health concerns
United States Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's recent autism study has alarm bells ringing in the medical community.
World Health Day 2025: History, significance, and this year's theme
World Health Day is celebrated on April 7 every year to celebrate the importance of good health.
Bangladesh and Chad were world's most polluted countries in 2024
Only seven countries met the World Health Organization's (WHO) air quality standards in 2024. They were Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia, and Iceland.
India likely undercounting heat-related fatalities, says ex-WHO chief scientist
India is "most likely" undercounting heat-related deaths due to a lack of robust data, said Soumya Swaminathan, former Chief Scientist at the World Health Organization (WHO) and health ministry advisor.
Scientists discover new part of immune system with antibiotic potential
Researchers have found a previously unknown component of the immune system, with potential implications for treating infectious diseases.
What's the 'crying' disease in Congo that has killed 60
A mysterious illness has killed at least 60 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the World Health Organization (WHO) has said.
Argentina to withdraw from WHO, following Trump's lead
Argentina has announced its decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO), following a similar move by United States President Donald Trump last month.
US CDC ordered to stop working with WHO immediately
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been ordered to stop all collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) immediately.
Trump hints at possible US return to WHO
United States President Donald Trump has indicated that the country may reconsider its decision to pull out of the World Health Organization (WHO) just days after ordering a US exit from the global health agency.
'All US problems solvable': Trump in 1st interview as president
In his first television interview since returning to the White House, President Donald Trump sounded optimistic about the challenges facing the nation.
China reports dip in HMPV infections amid global concern
Chinese health officials have reported a decline in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in the northern provinces, easing global fears of a potential pandemic.
5 years on, COVID-19 continues to infect, kill people globally
Five years after the first reported cases of COVID-19 in December 2019, the virus continues to spread globally.
India HMPV cases rise to 7, Health Minister reassures public
India has reported seven cases of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in a single day.
Karnataka, Maharashtra, Delhi issue guidelines amid rising HMPV cases
India has reported five cases of the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory illness with influenza and COVID-19-like symptoms.
No unusual surge in India, Centre says on HMPV
The Union Health Ministry has confirmed two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Karnataka.
#CES2025: This electric spoon makes food saltier without extra sodium
CES is an event where tech companies from around the world showcase innovative, cool, and sometimes weird products. This year's event is no exception.
China downplays HMPV virus outbreak, calls it 'winter occurrence'
China has responded to reports of an increase in instances of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, in the country, dismissing it as an annual seasonal occurrence.
What's HMPV, a little-known virus causing COVID-like scare in China
A little-know virus called the human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is reportedly causing a medical scare in China, which is still reeling from the deadly COVID-19 outbreak.
WHO urges China to share COVID-19 origin data—5 years on
The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged China to share data and provide access to information that could help unravel the origins of COVID-19.
Explained: Taliban issues decree banning windows overlooking women's spaces
The Taliban has recently banned the construction of windows in homes overlooking areas frequented by Afghan women.
Israeli forces detain over 240 Palestinians in Gaza hospital raid
Israeli forces have detained over 240 Palestinians, including many medical staff members, during a raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital in north Gaza.
Belgium 8th non-African country to report new Mpox variant
Belgium confirmed its first case of the clade 1b variant of mpox, becoming the eighth non-African country to report the new variant.
1.5 million Indian deaths annually linked to air pollution: Study
A study published in The Lancet Planetary Health journal has highlighted a worrying connection between air pollution and deaths in India.
Mysterious disease kills 79 Congolese; Japan, Hong Kong increase vigilance
A mysterious illness, now dubbed "Disease X," has emerged in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), sending alarm bells ringing among global health authorities.
Explained: WHO declares mpox as global public health emergency
The World Health Organization (WHO) has once again classified Monkeypox (Mpox) as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).
Microwaves and nutrient myths debunked
Kitchen microwaves confront myths about zapping away food's nutrients.
US reports first case of rare mpox strain
The United States has reported its first case of the emerging mpox strain (formerly known as monkeypox).
Sheikh Hasina's 100th day in India: Where is she staying
Deposed Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has now spent 100 days in India.
SC's notice to Centre over age check at liquor shops
The Supreme Court has sent a notice to the central government on a petition demanding compulsory age verification at liquor outlets and bars.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' for 10th consecutive day
Delhi continues to grapple with severe air pollution as a thick blanket of smog shrouded the city for the 10th day in a row since Diwali.
What is causing extreme air pollution in Pakistan
Pakistan is grappling with severe air pollution crisis, one that is rarely seen.
Innovative treatment offers hope for deadliest kind of brain cancer
Glioblastoma, the most common and lethal form of brain cancer, may have a new potential treatment in immunotherapy. This approach uses the immune system to target cancer cells.
Delhi pollution jumps 65 times WHO safe limit post-Diwali
Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) deteriorated drastically, hitting the "hazardous" level two days after Diwali on Sunday.
Pakistan: Over million children miss polio vaccine as cases surge
Polio is re-emerging in Pakistan, with over a million children missing their vaccinations last month.
Delhi's AQI 'very poor', GRAP stage II measures implemented
Delhi's air quality index (AQI) has plunged to the "very poor" category with an average AQI of 310.
Breakthrough cervical cancer treatment reduces mortality rate by 40%
A significant breakthrough in cervical cancer treatment offers promising news for women diagnosed with this disease.
Rajasthan woman dies of Congo fever: Symptoms, prevention explained
A 51-year-old woman from Jodhpur, Rajasthan has died after contracting the Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF), popularly known as Congo fever.
WHO lauds India for eliminating trachoma as public health issue
The World Health Organization (WHO) has praised India for having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem.
What is Ebola-like Marburg Virus that has killed 11 people
The Marburg virus disease, a deadly Ebola-like illness, has claimed 11 lives and infected 25 others in Rwanda, East Africa, since the country declared an outbreak on September 27.
WHO approves 1st monkeypox diagnostic test for emergency use
The World Health Organization (WHO) has approved the first in vitro diagnostic (IVD) test for monkeypox under its Emergency Use Listing (EUL) procedure.
Bird flu outbreak kills dozens of tigers in Vietnam zoos
A bird flu outbreak has claimed the lives of 47 tigers, three lions, and a panther in southern Vietnam's zoos.
Prostate cancer cases rising among Indian men under 50
Prostate cancer, a condition usually linked with older men, is now showing a worrying trend among younger folks in India.
Mpox update: Centre's advisory after India reports clade 1b case
The Union Health Ministry has issued a nationwide advisory following the detection of India's first Mpox clade 1b case.
'Silent pandemic' of deadly fungal infections is spreading globally
The global health community is currently grappling with an antibiotic resistance crisis, which contributes to nearly five million deaths annually.
Second Mpox case detected; patient recently returned from Dubai
A 38-year-old man from Kerala's Malappuram district has been diagnosed with monkeypox (Mpox), marking the second confirmed case of the disease in India.
WHO approves world's first vaccine against mpox
The World Health Organization (WHO) has prequalified the MVA-BN vaccine, marking it as the first-ever vaccine against monkeypox (mpox) to be included in its list.
Apple AirPods Pro get FDA approval for hearing aid functionality
Apple's second-generation AirPods Pro has received authorization from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its innovative hearing aid software feature.