The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged people at risk to keep up to date with their vaccinations and boosters. 3 minutes reading time Last update: August 27, 2024 | 16:51 IS Hyderabad-based vaccine maker Indian Immunologicals Limited (IIL) on Tuesday said it has developed a live attenuated, needle-free intranasal booster vaccine against the Sars-CoV-2 … Read more
India develops first indigenous Mpox RT-PCR detection kit, gets CDSCO approval (Image credit: iStock) The rise in mpox cases across the world has raised concerns in India, where countries including Africa, Thailand, Pakistan and the Philippines have been severely affected. On August 14, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared mpox a global public health emergency. … Read more
Having an upset stomach can make you feel uncomfortable and affect those around you. Symptoms like bloating, nausea, or diarrhea can disrupt your daily life, preventing you from going to work or school, running errands, or even enjoying vacations. Several factors can contribute to an upset stomach, including medications, foods and drinks, lifestyle habits, and … Read more
A novel, needle-free, nasally administered Covid-19 vaccine licensed by Hyderabad-based Indian Immunologicals is set to be a game-changer against the infectious disease, according to research Tuesday. The study led by a team at Griffith University in Australia investigated the efficacy of administering a Covid vaccine – CDO-7N-1 – through the nostrils. “This is a live … Read more
There are currently three previously approved oral cholera vaccines. Image: Shutterstock 2 minutes reading time Last update: August 27, 2024 | 1:44 PM IS Indian vaccine maker Bharat Biotech said Tuesday its Phase 3 trials of an oral cholera vaccine have shown it is safe for public use and announced a global rollout amid supply … Read more
The largest group of proteins in milk is casein, with 80 percent of the nutrient The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has withdrawn its recent notice directing food companies to remove claims about A1 and A2 types of milk and milk products from packaging. The regulatory body said the notice was withdrawn to … Read more
Like type 1 diabetes, type 1.5 diabetes occurs when the immune system attacks the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. Photo: Shutterstock.com 5 minutes reading time Last update: August 27, 2024 | 09:47 IS While you’re probably familiar with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, you’ve probably heard less about type 1.5 diabetes. Also … Read more
You may not be able to reap the health benefits of almonds if you don’t consume the nuts the right way. Almonds are one of the healthiest nuts as they are packed with various nutrients and are important for overall well-being. It is customary to start the day with at least 4-5 soaked almonds as … Read more
Authorities and health officials are working to stop the spread of the disease. Italy has issued a travel warning for tourists and holidaymakers over an outbreak of a deadly disease that has claimed four lives. According to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), dozens of people have been hospitalised in Corsico and … Read more
Experts say endemic means a disease or condition that occurs regularly, at an expected rate. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there has been a huge surge in COVID-19 cases in the United States. Experts say that while the infection is manageable, the pesky threat is not going away. However, earlier this … Read more
