Neffy would now be the first emergency epinephrine product to reach the market in more than 35 years. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Neffy, a nasal spray alternative to the EpiPen, which is used to treat severe allergies. According to experts, this new device would offer adults and children a needle-free option … Read more
Ayurveda, with its holistic approach to health, emphasizes the balance of the fundamental elements of the body: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether. These elements form the three doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Among them, the Pitta dosha, linked to the Fire element, regulates heat and metabolism, making it crucial for eye health. Excessive screen … Read more
Tirzepatide may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 94% Eli Lilly, which makes obesity and diabetes drugs Zepbound and Mounjaro, said the drugs can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 94 percent in prediabetic adults who were overweight or obese after three years of weekly injections. Mounjaro and Zepbound both … Read more
The decision to extend the current deadline of 31 August was taken following consultations with stakeholders. 3 minutes reading time Last update: August 20, 2024 | 11:43 PM IS Food regulator FSSAI has given four more months, till the end of December, to food business operators to exhaust all pre-printed packaging materials claiming “100 per … Read more
In ductal carcinoma in situ, cells do not spread outside the ducts to other breast tissues, but in some cases, they may spread. Actress Danielle Fishel recently shared her breast cancer diagnosis, revealing that she is undergoing treatment for ductal carcinoma in situ, or DCIS, an early, noninvasive stage of cancer that occurs when abnormal … Read more
India has yet to report any official cases of the growing mpox viral infection. (Photo: Shutterstock) 2 minutes reading time Last update: August 20, 2024 | 18:36 IS Amid concerns about the mpox propagation (The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi on Tuesday issued guidelines for the management of suspected cases at … Read more
Can male obesity cause infertility? An expert weighs in. (Image: iStock) Obesity has become a global epidemic affecting millions of people of different age groups. While its impact on cardiovascular diseases is still low, health While diabetes is well known, the connection between obesity, male infertility and sexual health is less frequently discussed, but equally … Read more
The letter comes in the wake of the rape and murder of a 31-year-old resident doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on August 9. | PTI 2 minutes reading time Last update: August 20, 2024 | 15:28 IS Amid the Supreme Court’s order for the formation of a task force … Read more
Health Benefits of Marichyasana and How to Practice It The word yoga means to connect or unite. To connect with the self, the divine self or the soul. There are eight different parts of yoga which include yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana and samadhi. When all of them are performed, enlightenment is attained. … Read more
3 minutes reading time Last update: August 20, 2024 | 11:34 a.m. IS Authorities at international airports and ports in India have been ordered to monitor passengers arriving from Bangladesh and Pakistan for symptoms of mpox. India has not reported any cases of the virus so far and the current assessment indicates a low risk … Read more
