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11 Sep

Supradyn releases nation-wide survey results

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The multivitamin supplement brand Supradyn, from Bayer’s Consumer Health Division, has released intriguing results from its recent, nationwide doctor-led survey which thoroughly investigates the nutrition met by an average daily Indian diet. The ‘Supradyn Nutrition Survey’, released to mark the recently concluded ‘National Nutrition Week’ celebrated from 01 – 07 September annually, has found that an overwhelming 85% of doctors and nutritionists from urban India believe that only up to 70%, or in fact even lower, of one’s nutrition need is fulfilled by the average daily Indian diet. The study conducted by Brand Eigen Insights and Analytics, surveyed 220 healthcare…

10 Sep

Medica Cancer Hospital dedicates Halcyon machine

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Medica Cancer Hospital has introduced a high-end radiotherapy machine Halcyon with Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) & Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT). To mitigate the lack of proper cancer treatment in North-Eastern region, Medica Cancer Hospital has implemented multiple advanced technologies and the latest inclusion of Halcyon makes them the best treatment centre for cancer not only in North-East India but also the neighbouring countries. The Halcyon Radiation Therapy system’s targeted therapy ensures that damage to healthy tissues surrounding the tumour can be further avoided or minimized. The advanced system also ensures completion of treatment in fewer steps as compared to the…

08 Sep

Allergy treatment by Dr Batra’s Healthcare

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About 30% to 40% of the world’s population is currently affected by one or more allergic conditions. Food, skin and respiratory allergies can have their own set of restrictions and affect one’s way of life. Living with an allergy can be difficult. According to Dr. Mukesh Batra (Padma Shri recipient & Founder, Dr Batra’s Healthcare) said, “Homeopathy has a proven efficacy in the treatment of allergies. We have over 35 years of experience in treating allergies the natural way. And over 65,000 happy patients are proof that homeopathy works. To deliver better patient outcomes, our team of allergy specialists has…

01 Sep

Schools reopen in Delhi, UP, MP, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka today

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The schools, colleges, and other educational institutions across several states, including Delhi, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and many more will reopen today i.e. on September 1. A few special protocols are meant to adhere to the government-necessitated coronavirus disease (Covid-19) guidelines. SOPs have been released to ensure the safety of students which include staggered lunch breaks, minimum seating capacity in class, masking and sanitization protocols, etc. The decision to reopen schools was taken after a significant drop in the number of COVID-19 cases was seen in the country. For most of the states, attendance has been made voluntary. While…

30 Aug

20 new COVID-19 cases, one death in Delhi

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On Monday, Delhi records 20 new covid-19 cases. Tally of COVID-19 cases now has reached over 14.37 lakh, while the death toll mounted to 25,081. One fatality has been recorded in the last 24 hours, according to the bulletin issued by the Delhi health department. 36 patients recovered in the last 24 hours, it said. The COVID-19 positivity rate in the national capital stood at 0.04 per cent. On Sunday, Delhi reported 31 cases of the coronavirus and zero daily deaths, while the positivity rate stood at 0.04 per cent. On Saturday, it reported 29 COVID-19 cases with a positivity rate of 0.04 per cent. According to…

28 Aug

Increase in Myopia progression among children

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Amid increased screen time, the onset and progression of myopia (near-sightedness), and the cases of ‘squint eye’ among school-going children may have increased at an alarming rate since 2020, according to Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital. “There is a 100% increase in annual myopia progression and a five-fold increase in annual ‘Squint Eye’ cases among children of 5-15 years during the pandemic year,” said Dr. Samar Sengupta, Consultant Ophthalmologist at Dr. Agarwals Eye Hospital, West Bengal. On the onset of myopia, the annual incidence among the Indian children in this age group may have doubled since the imposition of lockdown in…

27 Aug

Prominent Neurologist Dr. Yogesh Kumar will be visiting Coochbehar tomorrow

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Patients in Coochbehar will benefit from the experience of eminent neurologist Dr. Yogesh Kumar. Patient Manager Nirupam Roy said Dr. Yogesh will see the patient on Saturday, August 28 at Care Pharma near Dinhata Road, Morapora Chopathy. Dr. Yogesh, Senior Consultant, Department of Neuroscience, Mediverse Multi Super Specialty Hospital, Patna. Dr. Yogesh said there was still a lack of awareness about neuro problems, which caused patients to arrive at the doctor late, complicating the problem for both the patient and the physician. If there is a possibility of illness, do not delay, but consult a doctor. Timely communication with a…

27 Aug

Vaccination slot booking on WhatsApp

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The MyGov Corona Helpdesk on WhatsApp now allows users to locate their nearest vaccination centre and book their vaccine-appointment. The Ministry of Health and MyGov announced it. To contact MyGov Corona Helpdesk chatbot, citizens can save the WhatsApp number +91 9013151515 on their phones, start a chat by typing ‘Book Slot’ and send it to the number. This will generate a 6-digit one-time password on the respective mobile phone number. Users then choose a preferred date and location, based on the pincode and vaccine type. All users can follow this sequence to get a confirmation of their centre and day…

25 Aug

16 Afghan people evacuated from Afghanidtan who landed in Delhi yesterday, test Covid positive

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As many as 16 Afghan evacuees, out of 78 who landed in Delhi yesterday i.e, on Tuesday have tested Covid positive. All the positive people have been admitted to LNJP Hospital and the rest are quarantined at an Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) camp in south-west Delhi's Chhawla. According to an office memorandum issued by the Union Health Ministry on Monday, people arriving from Afghanistan have to undergo a "mandatory minimum 14-day institutional quarantine" at the ITBP facility. The memorandum read, "Any person testing positive or detected as symptomatic shall be shifted to dedicated Covid Care Centre or Covid hospital of…

24 Aug

6 people die of mysterious fever in UP; 80 others hospitalised

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Six people, including five children, have died from a mysterious fever in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura in the past week. According to the details, the deaths have been reported from Konh village in the city. Nearly 80 people have been admitted to various hospitals in Mathura, Agra and also in Rajasthan's Bharatpur. Two children Sevak aged 9 and Honey aged 6 died in the hospital during treatment on Monday. They were admitted with a high fever. Others who died after reporting similar symptoms include Ruchi aged 19, Avanish aged 9 Romiya aged 2 and Rekha aged 1. Chief medical officer Dr.…