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Amid fight against Covid, another Flu virus with ‘pandemic potential’ found in China.

Amid fight against Covid, another Flu virus with ‘pandemic potential’ found in China.

Amid the country’s ongoing fight against Covid-19, scientists at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) have discovered another virus called ‘Cat Que Virus’ (CQV) which has the potential to cause disease in the country. Falling under the category of Arthropod-borne viruses and found in pigs and culex mosquitoes, CQV has been largely reported in China and Vietnam. It emerged recently and is carried by pigs, but can infect humans, they say. The researchers are concerned that it could mutate further so that it can spread easily from person to person, and trigger a global outbreak. While it is not…
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The study suggests almonds as part of a heart-healthy diet

The study suggests almonds as part of a heart-healthy diet

 Mental stress is among the psychosocial factors thought to contribute to cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. As part of a recent clinical trial, researchers at King’s College London measured Heart rate variability (HRV) in participants undergoing a mental stress challenge and saw improved measures of HRV in participants who had been replacing typical snacks with almonds over a six-week period. The study was funded by the Almond Board of California. “We found that the stress-induced reduction in heart rate variability was lessened in the almond group compared to control group following the dietary intervention, which indicates a cardiovascular health benefit.” said…
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Delhi has already peaked in coronavirus second-wave, its intensity will reduce in few days, says Kejriwal.

Delhi has already peaked in coronavirus second-wave, its intensity will reduce in few days, says Kejriwal.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal today said the national capital witnessed the second wave of COVID-19 and has now turned the corner. The sudden daily spike in cases crossing 4,000, which took place earlier this month, was the second wave of the disease, Mr Kejriwal indicated.This is the first time any state in the country claimed to have reached the second wave of the virus, which surfaced in Kerala in December. The total number of cases in Maharashtra, the epicenter of the disease, is 12,63,799 cases. Delhi stands at the fifth spot with 2,56,789 cases. “From July 1 to August…
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Avon’s new campaign ‘Watch Me Now’

Avon’s new campaign ‘Watch Me Now’

Beauty company Avon has launched a new brand campaign - ‘Watch Me Now’. Launched to coincide with Avon’s 135th birthday, ‘Watch Me Now’ is a testimony to Avon’s heritage as a purpose-driven company – using the power of beauty to create opportunities for people to earn on their own terms. It celebrates the success of Avon brand, its people, activism, and products.  ‘Watch Me Now’ includes a new visual identity and update to the Avon logo, the first in decades, as well as a bolder more confident tone of voice that is more relevant for the brand’s millions of beauty…
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Bharatiya Yuva Morcha organized a voluntary blood donation camp and a free eye check-up camp at the Islampur

Bharatiya Yuva Morcha organized a voluntary blood donation camp and a free eye check-up camp at the Islampur

The Bharatiya Yuva Morcha organized a voluntary blood donation camp and a free eye check-up camp at the Islampur bus terminus, on Monday. The camp was inaugurated by Gautam Biswas, North Dinajpur District President of Bharatiya Yuva Morcha, and Soumarup Mandal, Observer of Islampur Vidhan Sabha. Gautam Biswas also donated blood during the camp. BJP Mandal president Sandeep Bhattacharya stated that the collected blood will be sent to the blood bank of Islampur Sub-Divisional Hospital Blood Bank.
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Parents should follow the skincare routine for babies

Parents should follow the skincare routine for babies

As monsoon brings humidity and dampness, it can lead to certain skin-related issues in babies, such as rashes and itchy scalp. Dr. Prathibha Babshet, Ayurveda Expert, R & D, The Himalaya Drug Company, advised parents to follow a monsoon skin care routine for their baby.  Recommending parents to use gentle and safe products, Dr Pratibha says, “To ensure skin is moisturized and nourished, follow a proper monsoon head-to-heel skincare routine using safe and gentle products during the season. Choose a gentle baby soap enriched with Olive Oil and Almond Oil. Post bath, gently pats dry, especially the areas with skin…
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The story of e-rickshaw driver Munmun Sarkar, who helped Covid-19 patients need

The story of e-rickshaw driver Munmun Sarkar, who helped Covid-19 patients need

At that time when ambulance drivers refusing to carry Covid-19 patients and charging exorbitant rates from families are common, a 48-year-old woman who is an e-rickshaw driver in north Bengal has been braving all odds and ferrying such patients to hospitals for no-cost . Munmun Sarkar, the first woman e-rickshaw driver of Siliguri in Darjeeling district, who is now head of the association of women e-rickshaw drivers in the town. She is lovingly called ‘Muniya Didi’ by all.She said ,Initially when she started ferrying Covid-19 patients, even the local councillor asked her to stop while neighbours tried to ostracize her…
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BSF JAWANS DONATED PLASMA AFTER BEATING COVID-19

BSF JAWANS DONATED PLASMA AFTER BEATING COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is a well defined global health crisis of this era and it is the greatest challenge we are facing today. BSF too is not left untouched by the its ambit but despite it BSF has come forward with the spirit of serving the Nation and humanity, BSF has undertaken a drive to motivate its personnel recovered from COVID-19 to donate their plasma showing that they are real ‘first line of defence’ in every sense.Giving practical shape to the campaign, a Plasma Donation Camp is organized on 11 September by the BSF Meghalaya Frontier in collaboration with the…
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Dwayne Johnson, wife and kids test positive for coronavirus

Dwayne Johnson, wife and kids test positive for coronavirus

The actor said he along with his wife, Lauren Hashian, andtwo young daughters contracted the virus, but have nowrecovered. He said his daughters “bounced back” afterhaving sore throats for a couple days. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson shared some unfortunate news onhis home front: He and his family tested positive for thecoronavirus. Johnson announced their diagnosis in an 11-plus minute videoon Instagram on Wednesday.. He said he was shocked afterhearing their positive tests, calling the ordeal “one of the mostchallenging and difficult things we’ve ever had to endure.” The actor said he along with his wife, Lauren Hashian, and twoyoung daughters…
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India registers record single-day spike of 83,883 cases, tally over 38 lakh

India registers record single-day spike of 83,883 cases, tally over 38 lakh

India registered a record spike of 83,883 cases on Thursday, taking the tally over 38 lakh. Active cases in India are over 8 lakh while almost 30 lakh recoveries havetaken place. 1043 deaths were registered in the past 24 hours, taking the death toll to 67,376, as per the Health Ministry. According to Indian Council of Medical Research, India also tested a record 11,72,179 samples for coronavirus. Total number of samples tested so far are over 4 crore. Meanwhile,US states have been told to be ready to distribute corona virusvaccines by November 1. Global tally of corona virus stands a…
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