DISEASE BURDEN
Income tax Budget 2024 expectations: 10 ways the finance minister can ease income tax and financial burden of senior citizens
Income tax Budget 2024 expectations: A notable percentage of taxpayers in India are senior citizens since they receive income, frequently through passive means. ET Wealth Online interviewed three specialists to discuss senior citizens' expectations for the forthcoming Union Budget 2024.
Air pollution: Every day, 464 children in India die: Report
464 children under 5 die daily in India due to air pollution, surpassing tobacco & diabetes as leading cause of death. China & India account for 55% of global air pollution deaths. PM2.5 is a major contributor. Air pollution impacts heart disease, lung cancer, diabetes, stroke & COPD deaths, with children suffering from low birth weight, asthma & lung disorders.
Viagra may improve brain functions, prevent dementia: Oxford Study
Sildenafil, known as Viagra, may help prevent memory-related problems by improving cerebral blood flow and blood vessel function, reducing the risk of vascular dementia. A University of Oxford study, highlighted by Dr. Praveen Gupta and Dr. Manjari Tripathi, shows promise but requires further research. Vascular dementia, affecting 40% of India's 5.3 million dementia patients, differs from Alzheimer's disease.
56% of India's disease burden due to unhealthy diet: ICMR report
The National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) under the apex health research body said that healthy diets and physical activity can reduce a substantial proportion of coronary heart disease (CHD) and hypertension (HTN) and prevent up to 80 per cent of type 2 diabetes.
SIVA Group boss C Sivasankaran on how Indians can prevent heartattack, says most suffer from brain fog due to Covid
Chinnakannan Sivasankaran, chairman and founder of SIVA Group, emphasizes preventing heart attacks by managing APOB levels to avoid heart disease risks.
Scientists call for more screening, awareness on inherited defects in anaemic patients in India
A study by scientists in India has highlighted inherited defects in anaemic patients in India. For the study, the researchers shortlisted nearly 300 anaemia cases from 2019 to 2022 after an initial screening. After excluding patients diagnosed with conditions such as inflammation and chronic bleeding, the team included 41 cases of suspected iron metabolism defects in their analysis.
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Global life expectancy projected to improve by 5 years in men, over 4 in women by 2050: Study
A global study published in The Lancet predicts nearly five years' improvement in men's and over four years' in women's life expectancy from 2022 to 2050. Enhanced survival rates from diseases like cardiovascular ailments and COVID-19 contribute to narrowing global life expectancy gaps, especially benefiting Sub-Saharan Africa.
AstraZeneca's COVID prevention drug cuts risk of disease in vulnerable patients
AstraZeneca's COVID-19 prevention therapy, sipavibart, has shown a significant reduction in symptomatic COVID-19 cases among immunocompromised patients, a group comprising about 25% of COVID-19 hospitalizations, ICU admissions, and deaths. The therapy, acquired from RQ Bio in May 2022, is expected to work with regulatory authorities globally to bring sipavibart to these vulnerable patients.
TB treatment is free. But are patients facing crippling costs?
Government policy is to provide free diagnosis and treatment to all registered TB cases. Yet patients pay ‘out-of-pocket’ for several other components such as consultation fees, non-TB drugs, other diagnostic tests, travel expenses in pre-treatment period etc
WHO sounds alarm on viral hepatitis infections claiming 3,500 lives every day
Bangladesh, China, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, the Philippines, Russia and Vietnam collectively shoulder nearly two-thirds of the global burden of hepatitis B and C. Achieving universal access to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment in these 10 countries by 2025, alongside intensified efforts in the African Region, is essential to get the global response back on track to meet the Sustainable Development Goals, the UN health agency said in a statement.
Study Links outdoor artificial light exposure to increased stroke risk
A recent study conducted in China involving over 28,000 adults has found a potential link between exposure to outdoor artificial light at night and an increased risk of stroke. The research, led by experts from Zhejiang University School of Medicine, used satellite images to measure light pollution and correlated it with cases of stroke among participants over a six-year period. The study revealed that individuals with the highest levels of outdoor artificial light exposure had a 43% higher risk of developing cerebrovascular disease.
Summer, climate change, tropical diseases: Bihar villages battle elephantiasis, kala azar and more
The effects of climate change in Bihar, particularly in Sher village, are leading to a rise in diseases like lymphatic filariasis. Public health officials emphasize the importance of swift action and community involvement to combat these health risks effectively.
Global fertility rates to decline, shifting population burden to low-income countries
The study reported in The Lancet projects 155 of 204 countries and territories worldwide, or 76%, will have fertility rates below population replacement levels by 2050. By 2100, that is expected to rise to 198, or 97%, researchers estimated.
World Kidney Day 2024: Dialysis vs Kidney transplant, what's better? Here is an expert take
In India, the incidence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is on the rise, with the majority of patients being diagnosed in Stage 4 or Stage 5. Although there are established treatments such as dialysis and kidney transplantation, other therapies lack scientific validation. Kidney transplant is the preferred choice for Stage 5 CKD patients, providing improved quality of life and longer lifespan. Dialysis patients face higher risks of cardiac issues and infections, whereas kidney transplant recipients exhibit significantly higher five-year survival rates.
Living with lymphatic filariasis: Stigma, struggle and tenuous survival for thousands in India
Lymphatic filariasis, or elephantiasis, is a neglected tropical disease affecting thousands in India. It is most prevalent in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, where poverty and limited access to healthcare services contribute to its spread. Patients face physical limitations, social stigma, and abandonment by their families.
Our not so obvious disease, obesity
For India, there is the 'double burden' of malnutrition and obesity. Also, there is the high burden of non-communicable diseases like heart disease and diabetes, which obesity fuels. It would be a mistake to think that obesity is a disease of the urban rich. From 1990 to 2022, numbers have grown from 3.5 mn to 70 mn. With households becoming more affluent, there is a rise in consumption of processed foods high in fats, salts and sugar.
Heartbeat unplugged: Addressing the silent epidemic of cardiovascular diseases through an Indian perspective
Prevention is key, and it's essential to address risk factors before symptoms develop when it comes to cardiovascular diseases, which is what makes the cardiac wellness session with Prof. (Dr) Ashok Seth and Dr. Ashwin B. Mehta, compelling. Delving deep into the world of heart health, these eminent cardiologists provided a medical handbook of cardiac wellness in the latest drop of the USV health awareness multimedia series—‘Heart Talks: A Deep Dive into Cardiac Wellness’—in collaboration with The Economic Times. Learn all about identifying commonly overlooked symptoms, the dominant risk factors, the role of early and timely screenings, and more in this heart-to-heart dialogue.
Boehringer's Jardiance now gets CDSCO nod for chronic kidney disease
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation of India has approved Jardiance, a 10mg dosage form of empagliflozin, for the treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD). This approval allows nephrologists and cardiologists to use Jardiance for eligible CKD patients, reducing hospitalizations and addressing unmet medical needs.
Assam's 'disease' is population: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Taking part in a discussion on the state Budget, Sarma said the state's performance in terms of percentage cannot be compared with Arunachal Pradesh or Meghalaya, which have a much lower population than Assam.
Do you take your meals on time? Late dinners can increase risk of heart attack, finds study
CVDs are a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels and include coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, rheumatic heart disease and other conditions.
India registered 9.3 lakh cancer deaths, second highest in Asia: Lancet Study
A study published in The Lancet Regional Health Southeast Asia journal found that India, along with China and Japan, were the three leading countries in Asia in terms of new cases and deaths in 2019. Cancer has become a more significant public health threat with 94 lakh new cases and 56 lakh deaths in 2019.
Revamping tobacco taxation strategies for high-burden Asian countries: ADB
According to ADB, the study aims to evaluate progress, analyse the impact of previous tax recommendations, and propose new measures to further reduce smoking prevalence while supporting revenue mobilization.
Gaza faces 'perfect storm' of deadly diseases
The United Nations is tracking the incidence of 14 diseases with "epidemic potential" and is most concerned about soaring rates of dysentery, watery diarrhoea, and acute respiratory infections. Another expert warned that a diarrhoea outbreak "could happen as soon as tomorrow, unless many more aid trucks were let in and clean water was provided".
Study reveals Asia, Europe, Africa, Middle East are at greater risk of deaths from heart diseases
The study emphasizes the impact of preventable factors and calls for targeted actions to address metabolic, environmental, and behavioural risks for heart health.
WHO asks China to give data on 'mysterious' respiratory illness in country
The World Health Organization (WHO) has requested data on the mysterious respiratory illness spreading in northern China. The WHO has asked for further information on recent trends in the circulation of pathogens like influenza, SARS-CoV-2, RSV, and mycoplasma pneumoniae, and the current burden on healthcare systems.
Zydus, Lupin enter licensing pact to market drug to treat liver disease
Zydus launched the drug under the brand names Lipaglyn and Bilypsa and will continue to market them. Lupin will pay Zydus upfront licensing fees and milestone payments based on the achievement of pre-defined milestones. With a once-daily, 4mg dose regimen, Saroglitazar Mg enables better compliance, reduces pill burden, and offers greater convenience for patients.
Govt mulling incentives for ASHA workers to mobilise individuals for sickle cell disease screening
The Indian government is considering providing incentives to ASHA health activists to encourage them to mobilize individuals for sickle cell disease screening and distribution of sickle cell cards. Sickle cell disease is a group of inherited blood disorders, and the government has launched a mission to eliminate the disease by 2047. The mission includes screening the population, providing genetic counseling, and offering care for those with the disease.
One billion people globally to have osteoarthritis by 2050: Lancet Study
By 2050, nearly one billion people globally are projected to be living with osteoarthritis, according to a study published in The Lancet Rheumatology journal. The study found that currently, 15% of the world's population aged 30 years or above experience osteoarthritis. The increase in cases is mainly attributed to aging, population growth, and obesity.
Global anaemia burden: Lancet study says the condition affected nearly 2 billion people in 2021
Twice as many women than men were found to have anaemia in 2021 according to The Lancet Haematology. Anaemia affected almost two billion people in 2021, with Western and Central sub-Saharan Africa revealing the highest prevalence.
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