Bengaluru: Rare disorder breaks student’s bones, but not his spirit
Jun 21, 2024Rohan Kumar, diagnosed with sharpenia, a rare genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the SHARPIN gene, experienced joint pain, liver disease, and bone damage, leading to mobility issues and painful swelling in his ankle.
Make music part of school curriculum: Expert
Jun 21, 2024A study by Nimhans reveals that children with musical training show improved language skills. Dr. Shantala Hegde, a Hindustani music student at Nimhans, explains the neural connection between music and language, advocating for music in school curriculum.
Bengaluru sees rise in gastrointestinal infection cases
Jun 16, 2024Bengaluru sees a rise in gastrointestinal infections attributed to contaminated water sources and poor sanitation. Children are at risk of dehydration due to diarrhoea, emphasizing the importance of ORS and avoiding milk during infections.
Uttarakhand tragedy: Bengaluru trekker couple inseparable in life, and also in death
Jun 7, 2024Sujata and Vinayak Mungarwadi tragically lost their lives on Monday night amidst harsh weather conditions while trekking in the high-altitude region of Sahastra Tal near Uttarkashi in Uttarakhand. Their friends firmly believe that, if given the opportunity to save one another during the blizzard, they would have done so without hesitation, even if it meant risking their own life.
Processing, sale of breast milk banned in Karnataka
May 31, 2024Karnataka bans processing and sale of human breast milk due to commercialisation. Legal action for violations. Ban excludes human milk banks; clarity needed on supply and sale from banks. Advisory issued by FSSAI on May 24.
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