Health

BHOPAL: In a swift response to a tragic health crisis, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will visit Chhindwara on Monday to assess the aftermath of a series of child fatalities reportedly linked to the consumption of 'Coldrif' cough syrup. The visit comes as the state grapples with the loss of 14 children, while eight others remain critically ill in hospitals across Nagpur district.

CHENNAI: After PMK founder Dr S. Ramadoss was admitted to a hospital here, the authorities said that his condition was stable and an angiogram will be performed on Monday.

CHENNAI: Authorities have detected adulteration in samples of cough syrups produced by a city-based pharmaceutical company, prompting an immediate halt in production and intensifying regulatory action after recent child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.

BHOPAL: The Madhya Pradesh government has imposed a statewide ban on the sale and distribution of 'Coldrif' cough syrup following Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's directive.

BHOPAL: The Madhya Pradesh government has banned a "lethal" cough syrup across the state following the death of nine children in Chhindwara district.

NEW DELHI: An unusual heart rhythm disorder, also known as Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), is more common in people with long Covid, according to a study.

OTTAWA: A premature baby infected with measles has died in Alberta, marking the province's first measles-related death and the second nationwide since the start of Canada's ongoing outbreak, local media reported.

NEW DELHI: India is advancing towards inclusive and universal social protection, said Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, even as the nation on Friday was conferred with the prestigious International Social Security Association (ISSA) Award 2025 for ‘outstanding achievement in social security’.

NEW DELHI: Pertussis, or whooping cough, in young infants can be life-threatening, according to a study, which stressed the need for maternal vaccination during pregnancy.

BENGALURU: AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge, who has undergone successful pacemaker surgery, has been discharged from the hospital in Bengaluru, Indian National Congress stated on social media platform Facebook.

NEW DELHI: Scientists have, for the first time, directly visualised the way Parkinson's disease gets 'triggered' in human brain tissue.

NEW DELHI: More than 34.9 million people worldwide are at risk of chikungunya infections every year, with South Asian countries, including India, Pakistan, and Indonesia, as well as Brazil, sharing the highest burden, according to a large global study on Thursday.

CHHINDWARA: Madhya Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla on Wednesday denied contamination of cough syrup in the mysterious deaths of six children in the state’s Chhindwara district, saying that preliminary investigation has not confirmed any contamination.

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's capital Islamabad has reported 52 dengue cases in a single day. Of those, 33 were reported in rural areas while 19 were found in urban areas of Islamabad, according to the District Health Office, local media reported on Wednesday.

NEW DELHI: A reinfection with the SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind Covid-19 disease, doubled the risk of developing long Covid among children, according to a large study published in the journal The Lancet Infectious Diseases.

NEW DELHI: Young night shift workers are more at risk of developing kidney stones, according to a study.

NEW DELHI: The Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, who secured India its political freedom, was far ahead of his time when he said, ‘Sanitation is more important than independence’. For Gandhi, a truly free India was not just politically independent but also socially awakened, where hygiene and dignity walked hand in hand.

BENGALURU: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge was admitted to M.S. Ramaiah Hospital in Bengaluru following complaints of fatigue and breathing issues after participating in a hectic election campaign for the Bihar polls.

MUMBAI: The Maharashtra Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Tuesday approved the Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy 2025.

AIZAWL: Northeastern state of Mizoram has been battling a severe outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) since mid-March, which has left over 9,380 pigs dead and affected around 3,690 families across 162 villages and localities in eight districts, officials said on Tuesday.

MALAPPURAM: Three members of a family of migrant workers, belonging to Uttar Pradesh and residing in Malappuram district of north Kerala, have tested positive for malaria on Monday, prompting the state health department to intensify preventative and surveillance measures in the area.

NEW DELHI: Adopting healthy lifestyles can help significantly reduce risk of heart disease, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday on World Heart Day.

NEW DELHI: Nine lakh health camps have been held across the country under the 'Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan', said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday.

NEW DELHI: Higher levels of air pollution may not only harm your lungs but also worsen health for people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), according to a multi-national study, that strengthened the connection between environmental health and sleep medicine.

NEW DELHI: The addition of over 10,000 new medical seats by the Union Cabinet recently is another step towards India achieving universal healthcare, according to an official statement on Saturday.

NEW DELHI: Mental well-being is central to preventing chronic and non-communicable diseases, especially heart disease, experts said on Friday.

NEW DELHI: Domestic generic producers are likely to see near-term gains as higher prices for branded drugs can push demand towards cost-effective alternatives after the US announced its decision to impose 100 per cent tariffs on the pharmaceuticals industry from October 1, analysts said on Friday.

NEW DELHI: Although it may not be noticeable, the loss of smell may linger for years for some people after a Covid-19 infection, according to a study.

NEW DELHI: Scientists have discovered that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) silently starts years earlier, long before symptoms appear, an advance that may pave the way for earlier treatment and prevention.

CHANDIGARH: In a groundbreaking step to bolster the healthcare system and recognise the tireless service of medical professionals, the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government has introduced a first-of-its-kind Policy to Honour Doctors for outstanding services, announced Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh here on Wednesday.

NEW DELHI: Ayushman Bharat, POSHAN Abhiyaan, and Swachh Bharat are reducing disease while building human capital, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday.

NEW DELHI: Scientists from the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), have developed a special nanomaterial that can “talk” to neurons naturally.

BHOPAL: In parity with the Health department, the Dynamic Assured Career Progression (DACP) pay scale will now be extended to AYUSH specialists and officers in Madhya Pradesh, benefitting 2,698 personnel -- including 1,453 Ayurvedic doctors, 228 homeopathic practitioners, and 85 Unani physicians.

NEW DELHI: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda on Tuesday urged the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to remain alert to changing food habits and the market, and update food safety standards accordingly.

NEW DELHI: As Ayushman Bharat marks seven years since its launch, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted that India is experiencing a revolution in public healthcare. He added that the initiative anticipated future needs and aimed to provide high-quality and affordable healthcare for the people.