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Four new cases of Kyasanur Forest Disease reported in Karnataka, with a total of 160 cases this year.

The c-word strikes most people like a thunderbolt, impacting the psyche as a disease with no cure and very dismal chances of survival. Fortunately, recent advancements in medication and technology have significantly increased the survival rate of cancer patients worldwide. Even in cases where cancer is detected at a later…

During this National Kidney Month, an expert reveals how dietary habits can help prevent kidney diseases and manage their progression.

Recent NEJM study suggests a possible link between nanoplastics in artery plaque and heart health risks, urging further research on plastic pollution impact.

Also like 200 other patch notes, but whatever.

Heart disease, especially coronary artery disease (CAD), is a leading global cause of mortality, with traditional risk factors like high lipoprotein (a), cholesterol, hypertension, and smoking playing significant roles. Elevated lipoprotein (a) levels, particularly prevalent among Indians and South Asians, heighten the risk of heart attacks and strokes, especially at…

The CDC has changed its guidelines for isolating with a COVID infection. Experts say this could backfire

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, a disease hitherto found mostly in alcoholics is now increasing been seen in kids. In the USA, 22% of kids and 50% of overweight kids have NAFLD. My guess, in urban India it will be similar. Surprisingly, this disease was nowhere to be seen in kids…

The WHO reported a sudden increase in psittacosis infections over the past year, with the disease persisting and continuing to spread in Europe.

As per a new study published in the journal Nature Neuroscience, researchers have found a new way, a deep brain stimulation to find brain dysfunctions in four major diseases: Parkinson's disease, dystonia, obsessive compulsive disorder and Tourette’s syndrome.

Exclusive: Hospital admissions for salmonella and E coli have reached their highest level in decades