New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) After three years of the deadly pandemic, India is currently facing a cocktail of viruses -- putting healthcare providers on their toes as millions continue to suffer amid a poor Covid
New York, April 8 (IANS) A group of scientists in the US has identified an antibody that appears to block infection by all dominant variants of the virus that causes Covid-19, including Omicron.
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New Delhi, April 8 (IANSlife) Even as the world gets into recovery mode post-pandemic, many people are still grappling with the symptoms of long Covid. According to the WHO, if you have recovered from Covid-19
London, April 8 (IANS) Millions of lives could be saved by a groundbreaking set of new vaccines for a range of conditions including cancer, experts have said.
A leading pharmaceutical firm said it is confide
London, April 7 (IANS) While Covid is primarily known to spread via aerosols, a new study led by an Indian origin researcher has provided first empirical evidence that the presence of SARS-CoV-2 on people's
New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Adults hospitalised with the Omicron variant have a higher death rate than those hospitalised with seasonal influenza, even though Omicron is considered less virulent with lower case f
New York, April 6 (IANS) Covid-19 damages the cells lining the smallest blood vessels, choking off blood flow, leading to organ damage, according to a study.
The results, published in the journal Nature Comm
New Delhi, April 6 (IANSlife) One of the most difficult eras in human history, Covid-19, arose. Globally, the pandemic caused unprecedented health crises, economic turbulence, and societal unrest.
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London, April 6 (IANS) People exposed to higher levels of air pollution before the pandemic are likely to have lower antibody responses to Covid-19 vaccines, suggests a study.
In particular, exposure to fine
New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) Climate change can lead to global outbreak of mosquito-borne diseases dengue, zika and chikungunya, warned the World Health Organization on Wednesday.
The incidence of infections ca
London, April 5 (IANS): Eight hours without social contact can lead to a reduction in energy similar to eight hours without food, finds a study in the context of Covid-19 lockdowns.
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New Delhi, April 5 (IANS): Infection with SARS-CoV-2 has a significant impact on cognitive function in patients with preexisting dementia, according to new research led by health experts from West Bengal.
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New Delhi, April 5 (IANS): India on Wednesday reported 4,435 new Covid-19 cases, the highest single-day jump since September 2022, according to the Union ministry of Health and Family Affairs.
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Geneva, April 4 (IANS) Around 17.5 per cent of the adult population -- roughly 1 in 6 worldwide -- experience infertility in their lifetime, according to a new report published on Tuesday by the World Health Or
Geneva, April 4 (IANS): Around 17.5 per cent of the adult population -- roughly 1 in 6 worldwide -- experience infertility in their lifetime, according to a new report published on Tuesday by the World Health O
New York, April 4 (IANS) Updated Covid booster shots will be important for shoring up population immunity as new variants emerge, suggests a study.
However, the trick is to target a variant for the booster t
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) While India has seen the sharpest rise in Covid cases since the third wave in January 2022, experts on Monday opined that the current surge in infections is only "mild" but a
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Love to eat burgers, pastries and doughnuts? Paper bags and compostable paper bowls that carry these delicacies could be high on forever chemicals -- harmful for both human health as w
Toronto, April 3 (IANS) While overindulgence could dig you an early grave, a daily alcoholic drink may neither be harmful nor offer any health benefits, according to a new study of 4.8 million people.
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New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) India on Monday reported a marginal decline in Covid cases with 3,641 infections against previous day's 3824, according to the Union Ministry of Health and Family Affairs.
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