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Deadly 'flesh-eating bacteria' outbreak sweeps Japan, patient die in 48 hours; Here's all you need to know
Japan Bacteria (Google Trends): A deadly outbreak of Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) in Japan has raised concerns as cases approach 1,000, surpassing last year's total. The disease, caused by a 'flesh-eating bacteria,' has a mortality rate of 30% and can be fatal within 48 hours. Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, and organ failure. Preventive measures include good hygiene and prompt treatment. Similar outbreaks have been reported in Europe. Vigilance and early treatment are crucial to combat this severe illness.
Are Covid vaccines related to unprecedented deaths in USA? Here's what research paper claims
Covid vaccines have come under the scrutiny across the world. Now a new research report has made shocking claims.
Covaxin side effects: What are the symptoms reported in adverse event cases? Should you worry?
Covaxin side effects: A recent study highlighted adverse events post-Bharat Biotech's Covaxin vaccinations. Led by Sankha Shubhra Chakrabarti, it noted higher risk in female adolescents and those with allergies. Of 1,024 participants, 47.9% adolescents and 42.6% adults reported viral infections. Common AESIs included skin disorders, menstrual abnormalities in females, and serious cases like stroke. Monitoring vaccinated individuals, especially those with prior Covid history, is crucial.
Good shot, bad shot: What you need to know about Covishield issue
Covishield Side Effects: Controversies surrounding vaccine side-effects persist despite Covid-19 waning. Covishield, developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University, faces scrutiny in India following reports of rare side effects. Legal battles and demands for compensation have emerged as families of alleged victims seek justice. Experts stress the importance of understanding risks versus benefits in vaccine administration.
From frigid cells to mystery injections, prison imperiled Alexei Navalny's health
But behind the brave face, the reality was plain to see. Since his incarceration in early 2021, Navalny, Russia's most formidable opposition figure, and his staff regularly suggested his conditions were so grim that he was being put to death in slow motion.
What is the Dengue Prevention Pill by Johnson & Johnson? Understanding how the drug operates
Johnson & Johnson's recent announcement heralds a promising breakthrough in combatting dengue fever, often known as "breakbone fever" due to the intense pain it causes. These optimistic findings emerge from preliminary results in a clinical trial, highlighting the potential of a dengue prevention pill.
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Ketogenic diet may boost weight loss and promote regular cycles in women with PCOS
Keto diet intervention in women with PCOS markedly improved their reproductive hormone levels, along with lowering their follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) ratio, which meant they had a better chance of ovulating thereby, enhancing fertility.
Constipated & find it difficult to swallow? Gut problems may be early signals of Parkinson's disease
A study suggests that certain gastrointestinal problems, such as difficulty swallowing, constipation, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), may be linked to an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
Indian football legend Mohammed Habib dead
A bronze medallist in the 1970 Asian Games in Bangkok under the captaincy of fellow Hyderabadi Syed Nayeemuddin and manager PK Banerjee, Habib has represented the big three of Kolkata Maidan -- Mohun Bagan, East Bengal and Mohammedan Sporting in his heydays, dominating the Mecca of Indian football for a prolonged period in the late 1960s through to the 70s.
What is Guillain-Barré Syndrome? Know about the disorder declared a health emergency in Peru
In response to a notable surge in Guillain-Barré Syndrome cases, Peruvian authorities have officially declared a 90-day nationwide sanitary emergency.
UTIs, osteoporosis & depression: Common diseases that women are prone to
Several health conditions affect women more than men.
Stocks in the news: TCS, IndiGo, Tata Power, ZEE, AB Fashion and Max VIL
Rakesh Gangwal, co-founder of IndiGo, and his family are looking to sell a 2.8 per cent stake or 10.8 million shares in the budget carrier, through a block deal or roughly about Rs 1,996 crore.
COVID-19 three times more lethal than influenza, study suggests
The researchers from the Hospital del Mar in Barcelona, Spain examined medical records of 187 patients -- average age 76 years and 55 per cent male -- admitted to hospital with seasonal influenza infection between 2017 and 2019.
Omicron ups risk of upper airway infections, cardiac arrest in small kids
Croup is a type of respiratory illness, known medically as laryngotracheitis, in babies and young children. It is characterised by barking cough, and noisy breathing. In severe cases, it can dangerously constrict breathing.
Does your child avoid eye contact, exhibit behavioural challenges? These are early signs of autism that shouldn't be ignored
Autism is characterised by persistent deficits in social, communication and behavioural aspects.
A poo dose a day may keep bipolar away. How poo transplant treatment was used for a mental health issue
Here's what the evidence tells us about the prospect of poo transplants for mental health.
Zydus gets nod to conduct Phase II clinical study in patients with CAPS in Australia
CAPS is a rare life-long auto-inflammatory condition, and is classified under orphan diseases. CAPS patients also experience multiple neurological complications like sensorineural hearing loss, migraine, headache, aseptic meningitis and myalgia.
People with A, B blood groups, Rh+ more receptive to Covid infection, says study
The positive or negative sign next to the blood groups is known as the Rh factor.
Covid long-haulers may experience abnormal breathing, chronic fatigue: Study
Many long-haul COVID-19 patients have chronic fatigue syndrome and other breathing issues months after their initial diagnosis, according to a study. Chronic fatigue syndrome is a medical condition that can often occur after a viral infection and cause fever, aching, and prolonged tiredness and depression.
Children rarely get multisystem inflammatory syndrome after Covid; but symptoms shouldn't be overlooked
Covid-infected children have much milder symptoms than adults.
AstraZeneca Covid vaccine linked to rare neurological disorder in India, UK
In Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS), the body's immune system mistakenly attacks part of its peripheral nervous system --the network of nerves located outside of the brain and spinal cord.
Unplanned vaccination can trigger mutant strains: Health experts in report to PM
A group of public health experts, including doctors from AIIMS and members from the national task force on COVID-19, have said that mass, indiscriminate and incomplete vaccination can trigger the emergence of mutant strains and recommended that there is no need to inoculate those who had documented coronavirus infection.
Avoid staying out in the sun for longer hours, more sunshine linked to higher risk of Covid-19 spread
Sunny days can tempt more people to step out.
How to make India ready for future coronavirus-like crises
India must combine its infectious diseases data-mining prowess with advanced medical technologies.
Mapping app location data shows how virus spread in China
Chinese officials finally began to seal the borders of Wuhan, the epicenter of the epidemic, on January 23. But it was too late. As per an estimation, some 5 million people had already left the town by then. Some carried with them the new virus that has since claimed over 8 00 lives and sickened more than 37,000 people.
Relax to recover: Few weeks of rest deemed more effective than medication for lower back pain
Rest appears to be a good first treatment choice.
World's first vaccine developed against tampon disease
Scientists have developed what they say is the world's first safe and effective vaccine against Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) that often occurs in young women.
WHO urges India to be vigilant against deadly 'camel virus'
Many people on the streets of Seoul are wearing surgical masks, such was the demand that chemist shops ran out of supplies.
US, South East Asia may help seafood exporters to reel in $4 billion export target
The Indian seafood sector appears to be well on course to achieve $4.3 billion worth export targeted for the current year.
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