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Study attempts to find out how India made expensive diabetes medicines affordable
India’s low medication prices are tied to its role as a major pharmaceutical exporter, supported by legislation that prevents ‘patent evergreening’ and enables generic drug manufacturing, says a study by diabetologists
Mumps cases reported in parts of Keralam’s Thrissur; DMO urges public to stay vigilant
Health authorities in Kerala's Thrissur district have reported cases of mumps, primarily affecting children between the ages of 5 and 15. The District Medical Officer has advised the public to exercise caution and recommended that infected individuals isolate at home to prevent further transmission.
Watch: Delhi-NCR air pollution: Schools advised to suspend outdoor sports in November, December
Regional authorities have recommended that schools across Delhi-NCR suspend outdoor physical sports and competitions during the months of November and December. The advisory is designed to safeguard children from the severe health risks associated with seasonal winter air pollution. Meanwhile, educational administrators are calling for longer-term, more sustainable solutions to address the recurring pollution crisis.
All you need to know about: nosebleeds
Nosebleeds are a frequent medical occurrence impacting an estimated majority of people during their lifetimes. They tend to happen most often among children under ten years old and adults over forty-five.
A dangerous dose of deception in Karnataka and beyond
Police in Karnataka discovered an illegal counterfeit drug repackaging operation after investigating discarded medical waste near South Bengaluru. Investigators found that fake medications destined for serious illnesses like cancer were supplied to various hospitals and clinics across state lines. The case has prompted serious concerns regarding oversight and safety within the medical supply chain.
Sri Ramachandra Institute marks Founder’s Day with awards, home-care launch
Sri Ramachandra Institute celebrated its Founder's Day by presenting awards to notable individuals and introducing a new home-care service. The event highlighted the institution's ongoing contributions to healthcare and community support.
U.S. regulators to examine testosterone therapy as use by menopausal women rises
U.S. regulatory authorities are planning to review testosterone therapy amid an increase in its usage among women going through menopause. The absence of a treatment specifically approved for females creates dosing and safety challenges for healthcare providers, while official approval could standardize guidelines and potentially enhance insurance coverage.
Study links air pollution to death by suicide, suicidal thoughts
The researchers explained that air pollutants and water polluted with arsenic, lead, lithium or nitrate, have been linked to neurological effects, including chronic inflammation and nerve damage, which can impair brain function and influence mood and stress resilience
Kennedy tells anti-vaccine activists they have a friend in Trump’s White House
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. tells anti-vaccine activists from an organization he once chaired that they have a friend in the White House
Fiji declares national HIV emergency and extends testing program as cases surge
The government said it was finding more cases because its testing efforts are reaching more people. It will provide more free testing, clean needles for drug users and free treatment for people who test positive
Concern over rising opioid analgesic abuse in Manipur
A jump in the prices of narcotic substances due to the prolonged ethnic conflict is believed to be the primary reason behind the shift to addiction-causing pharmaceutical drugs
Humerus: Root cause
An analysis explores the underlying root causes associated with conditions affecting the humerus bone. The report examines potential medical factors contributing to related injuries or ailments in this specific area of the upper arm.
Prescription or not? At neighbourhood medical stores, consumers say rules are not always followed
Consumers in local neighbourhoods report that medical stores are not consistently following prescription rules, allowing non-prescribed medication sales.
Stem cell therapy for autism only in approved clinical trials: Centre
Indian authorities have issued an advisory stating that unapproved stem cell therapies, such as those marketed for autism, must not be administered as standard or commercial medical treatments. The guidance emphasizes that such interventions should only take place within the framework of authorized clinical trials to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance.
CCTV proposed at medical stores for sale of prescription drugs
Authorities have proposed installing closed-circuit television cameras inside medical stores to better monitor prescription drug sales. The initiative seeks to improve regulatory oversight and establish a reliable verification method for investigating transactions involving suspected unauthorized sales.
Polypharmacy: why taking multiple medicines needs close monitoring
While managing multiple chronic conditions often requires taking several medications simultaneously, this practice can introduce health risks over time. Routine medication evaluations are essential to verify that each prescribed drug continues to be necessary, effective, and safe for the patient.
Why patient safety needs more than hospital checklists
Patient safety starts before treatment, requiring correct diagnosis, timely care, safe environments, data protection, and stakeholder cooperation. Doctors emphasize that putting patients first is essential. The article highlights that safety measures must extend beyond checklists.
Dengue spread neither unusual nor alarming this year: Tamil Nadu Directorate of Public Health
Tamil Nadu's Directorate of Public Health reports that the current transmission of dengue is neither unusual nor a cause for alarm. Officials explain that fluctuations in seasonal dengue cases are a natural occurrence driven by climatic shifts during the monsoon period.
Does Centre plan to regulate addictive features on social media: HC
The bench said it would hear the PIL seeking constitution of an expert committee to examine engagement-maximising and addiction-causing design features after three weeks
Climate change increases dengue risk in Keralam; cases may rise by 20% by 2040, says study
Study identifies rainfall, humidity and El Niño-Southern Oscillation as the key drivers of dengue transmission. Changes in atmospheric pressure, temperature and relative humidity during the active and break phases of monsoon can influence localised mosquito breeding and dengue risk
