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May 5, 2024 2:17 PM

Reports claiming high pesticide residue on Indian herbs, spices “false and malicious”: FSSAI

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has unequivocally refuted recent media reports alleging higher pesticide residues in Indian herbs and spices, labeling such claims as "false and malicious." In a press release, the food safety ...

May 3, 2024 5:34 PM

Impact of heat stress on physical and mental health

Heat stress is more than just feeling hot on a sunny day; it can profoundly affect both our physical and mental well-being. When our bodies are exposed to high temperatures for extended periods, especially during strenuous activities, they struggle t...

May 2, 2024 5:41 PM

Beating The Heat: How To Stay Cool As Temperatures Soar Across India

India is in the grip of an intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring well above the 40°C mark in several regions of eastern and southern India on Thursday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that the scorching weather is likely ...

May 2, 2024 1:46 PM

India, Norway extend cooperation in health sector

India and Norway on Wednesday extended their cooperation in implementing various health schemes across multiple regions in India. Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra and Deputy Ambassador of Norway Martine Aamdal Bottheim signed the documents mark...

May 2, 2024 10:41 AM

Florida’s six-week abortion ban sparks concern from healthcare providers

Florida's ban on abortions past six weeks of pregnancy took effect on Wednesday (May 1), threatening the future of the state's clinics and abortion funds and forcing patients to travel hundreds or thousands of miles to get the procedure. The impact ...

May 1, 2024 1:42 PM

Breast cancer screening should begin at age 40, US panel says

Women at average risk for breast cancer should get screening mammograms every other year starting at age 40, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) said on Tuesday, cementing insurance coverage for the procedure for that age group under the...

April 30, 2024 11:42 PM

From farm to glass: Beat the heat with the pure goodness of summer

By: Aditya Ahuja As the sun blazes high and the mercury soars, there is no better way to quench your thirst and rejuvenate your senses than with a refreshing sip of pure, organic goodness. Our local Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) have been h...

April 29, 2024 6:48 PM

Keeping a close watch on seasonal influenza situation in the country: Health ministry

Ahead of the monsoon season, the Union Health Ministry announced on Monday that it is closely monitoring the situation of seasonal influenza across various States and Union Territories through the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) netw...

April 20, 2024 12:52 PM

IRDAI removes age cap on health insurance purchase

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has lifted the age cap on purchasing health insurance policies, effective from April 1, 2024. Previously, individuals were restricted to buying new insurance policies only until the...

April 10, 2024 8:47 PM

Pune’s Command Hospital becomes first government hospital to procure & conduct successful piezoelectric bone conduction hearing implants

In a first, Command Hospital, Pune, became the first government hospital across the country to procure and successfully conduct piezoelectric bone conduction hearing implants. The Department of Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) at Command Hospital (South...

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