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Covid origins unclear but laboratory leak theory needs study: WHO
In a report released Thursday, WHO's expert group said key pieces...
Thailand becomes first Asian country to decriminalize cannabis
Under decriminalization, it is no longer a crime to grow and trade...
Allergan announces global recall of textured breast implants
Allergan Plc said on Wednesday it was recalling its Biocell textured breast implants and tissue expanders across markets, citing concerns over a rare form of cancer, after the U.S. health agency asked the drugmaker to pull the products. The Food And Drug...
African Swine fever detected at another Bulgarian Pig Farm
Bulgaria, a European Union member, has also reported around 20 cases of the disease in dead wild boars, in various regions, including border provinces with Romania.Experts say 500,000 pigs could be culled due to the highly contagious disease that does not, however, affect humans.
Is Fitbit next best wearable player after Apple in India?
“Fitbit continues to shift its focus from predominantly smartband/trackers to smartwatches and has now evolved as the next best player after Apple in terms of experience and scale. The launch of the Versa smartwatch was the turning point for its smartwatch segment growth,” Satyajit Sinha, Research Analyst, IoT and Mobility, Counterpoint Research, told IANS.
Ebola outbreak declared international emergency by WHO
The spread of the disease outbreak across borders is a requirement for the trigger to be activated for the at-risk tranche of the World Bank’s IBRD CAR 111-112 catastrophe bond, that backs the Pandemic Emergency Financing Facility (PEF).
WHO updates global guidance on medicines and diagnostic tests
“Around the world, more than 150 countries use WHO’s Essential Medicines List to guide decisions about which medicines represent the best value for money, based on evidence and health impact,” said WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. “The inclusion in this list of some of the newest and most advanced cancer drugs is a strong statement that everyone deserves access to these life-saving medicines, not just those who can afford them.”
Harsh Vardhan releases National Digital Health Blueprint, seeks inputs from stakeholders
Stressing on the integration of various digital health services, Vardhan said the need of the hour is to create an ecosystem which can integrate the existing health information systems and show a clear path for upcoming programmes for ensuring interoperability of Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Health Ministry to use Artificial Intelligence in safe way in public health
Vardhan said few of the initiatives undertaken by the central government to use AI in public health are: Imaging Biobank for Cancer for which the NITI Aayog with Department of Bio-Technology (DBT) aims to build database of cancer related radiology and pathology images of more than 20,000 profiles of cancer patients with focus on major cancers prevalent in India.
Sugar in fruit juice is linked to a higher cancer risk, says report
The study found no increased cancer risk from sugar-free drinks, although so few of the people studied consumed them that the results may not be significant, the researchers said. Water, unsweetened tea and coffee also showed no heightened risk.
80 city-centric plans coming soon to make earth green, sky blue again: Prakash Javadekar
He said the special scheme for pollution control has been launched in 102 cities, adding 80 city-centric action plans are ready and will be launched soon.The action plans will aid civic administrations in tackling city-specific pollution aspects like solid waste management, vehicular pollution, industrial emissions, dust management etc, the minister said.
Health Sector to get Rs.62,398 crore, Rs. 6,400 Crore for Ayushman Bharat
Rs. 249.96 crore has been allocated for setting up Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres under the National Urban Health Mission to provide comprehensive primary care close to the community, while Rs. 1,349.97 crore has been earmarked for setting up health and wellness centres under the National Rural Health Mission.