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Can the common E.coli bacteria found in the gut cause Parkinson's disease?

Parkinson's disease needs immediate attention because as per a report by the World Health Organisation (WHO) disability and death due to this disease are increasing rapidly. Parkinson's disease results in high rates of disability and the need for care. Many people with PD also develop dementia, the WHO report adds.

The Times of India

Egypt declared Malaria free: What India needs to learn about mosquito management now

Egypt has been declared malaria free. The World Health Organisation has called the achievement "truly historic". "Malaria is as old as Egyptian civilisation itself, but the disease that plagued pharaohs now belongs to its history and not its future," WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said in a statement.

The Times of India

First case of new mpox variant discovered in Germany

Germany’s first case of new clade 1b variant reported by Robert Koch Institute

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Now AI-driven nanotechnology to treat artery blockages without surgery

Heart diseases are killing close to 18 million people every year, says the World Health Organisation (WHO). Out of the different heart related ailments, atherosclerosis plays a major contributory role.

The Times of India

World Heart Day: TOI Medithon addresses the escalating concern of heart diseases

As per the World Health Organisation, heart diseases kill close to 17.9 million individuals every year and there is a need to address this silent killer. TOI Medithon, held on September 23, ahead of World Heart Day (September 29) addressed the escalating concern of cardiovascular diseases with eminent health experts,…

The Times of India

India awarded by WHO for eliminating trachoma: Know about the disease

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has felicitated the Indian government for eliminati ng a serious bacterial infection, trachoma. "India’s success is due to the strong leadership of its Government," said Saima Wazed, Regional Director of WHO South-East Asia. Elimination of trachoma is part of the 2021–2030 neglected tropical disease roadmap…

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Microplastics in 68% bladder cases: Study challenges WHO report, raises BIG question on water safety

A new study has triggered concern around the safety of water standards that is being consumed currently. A group of researchers have found microplastics in 68% of bladder cancer cases and linked them to inflammation and cell damage.

The Times of India

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Fast spreading mpox strain identified in India: 5 big questions answered here

Monkeypox has grabbed global attention this year, due to the new strain which is virulent and spreads faster than its ancestors. The concern around the new mpox strain can be estimated from the fact that a month before, the World Health Organisation (WHO) had issued its highest level of warning…

The Times of India

Kisqali wins FDA nod for breast cancer treatment: Dosage, effectiveness and side effects of the breakthrough drug

Breast cancer claims around 6,70,000 lives in a year. As per the data released by the World Health Organisation (WHO) breast cancer was the most common cancer in women in 157 countries out of 185 in 2022. Over 2 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. This necessitates…

The Times of India

Monkeypox: WHO prequalifies first vaccine; know all about it

The MVA-BN vaccine, manufactured by the Bavarian Nordic A/S, has been added to the list of prequalified vaccines against monkeypox, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has said.

The Times of India

Why France wants to make it easier than ever to get tested for STIs

As of this month, getting tested for the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in France no longer requires a prescription – and if you're under 26, it's entirely free. The changes come amid a worrying rise in gonorrhoea, syphilis and other diseases passed on through sex.

Radio France Internationale

Do Mobile Phones Cause Cancer? After 30 Years Of Research, Scientists Finally Know The Answer

The World Health Organisation commissioned a four-year review into the divisive topic.

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Mobile phones not linked to brain cancer, World Health Organisation-backed study reveals

The study was first commissioned by the World Health Organisation in 2019, and is the most comprehensive to date

The Independent UK

Watch live: World Health Organisation gives monkeypox update after surge in cases

Watch live as the World Health Organisation gives a monkeypox update on Friday (30 August) after a surge in cases.

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Dynamite News

India develops Monkeypox detection RT-PCR kit

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced its second public health emergency of International concern due to Monkey Pox. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Times of India

Mpox alert! Country-wise confirmed cases of new strain

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared mpox a global health emergency amid an outbreak of the virus triggered by a new strain, spreading to different parts of Africa and even beyond the continent.

The Times of India

Monkeypox preparedness in India: 13 big questions answered here

India is on high alert as the World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared monkeypox, a viral infection, to be a public health emergency or PHEIC, the highest level of warning.

Evening Standard

Mpox 2024 mapped: All the countries where cases have been confirmed

Infection is rapidly spreading in central Africa and a first case has been confirmed in Europe amid fears that it could reach UK

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Mpox myths debunked: Questions around the outbreak answered

Mpox, which is now considered a public health emergency, is typically mild but can be fatal

The Times of India

Is COVID back? Data on India's COVID cases is alarming

If you think that COVID is no longer a threat, just because you don't hear about it often, you are wrong. Two deaths have occurred in India due to COVID infection between June and July, according to a report by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

Evening Standard

What is mpox? New vaccination sites open across England

Officials said it is important those who are eligible can access jabs easily, though cases remain low

The Times of India

WHO updates list of pathogens that could start another pandemic

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released the list of pathogens that could trigger the next pandemic. The number of pathogens has grown to more than 30.

The Times of India

From isolation to addiction: Understanding how loneliness can lead to drug abuse

Loneliness is said to be a ‘silent epidemic’ sweeping the world, and posing a global health threat, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). The Global State of Connections 2023 report states that at least 1.25 billion people have either felt ‘lonely’ or ‘very lonely’, while the WHO estimates that…

The Independent UK

Scientists discover new antidote for cobra bites that could save thousands of lives

The World Health Organisation identified snakebite as a priority in its programme for tackling neglected tropical diseases

The Times of India

WHO prequalifies, OraQuick HCV, the first self-test for hepatitis C virus

In a remarkable feat, we are inching closer to diagnosis and treatment of a life threatening disease. The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday prequalified the self test against hepatitis C. WHO recommended HCV self-testing (HCVST) in 2021, to complement existing HCV testing services in countries. The recommendation was based…

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