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K’taka reports 20 new Covid-19 cases, 2 deaths
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K’taka reports 20 new Covid-19 cases, 2 deaths

Bengaluru, Dec 20: Karnataka Department of Health and Family Welfare on Wednesday said that 20 new positive cases of Covid have been reported in the last 24 hours in the state while two persons have died due to the health pandemic. The department said that the number of total active patients...
Why high blood sugar makes lung infections worse
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Why high blood sugar makes lung infections worse

Jerusalem, Dec 21: In people with diabetes, high levels of blood sugar disrupts the function of key cell subsets in the lungs that regulate the immune response, increasing the risk of developing severe lung disease if infected with viruses such as influenza, as well as with bacteria and fungi. To...
Mediterranean diet may boost chances of IVF success: Study
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Mediterranean diet may boost chances of IVF success: Study

Sydney, Dec 20: Adopting a Mediterranean diet -- with high intakes of fruits and veggies, nuts and legumes -- during IVF treatment would offer a single straightforward approach to improve outcomes compared to that of a Western diet, according to a study. Adjuvant therapies to help infertile women...
No new COVID-19 variant found in Assam, says state health minister
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No new COVID-19 variant found in Assam, says state health minister

Guwahati, Dec 21: Assam Health Minister Keshab Mahanta asserted on Thursday that no new variant of COVID-19 was found in the state in recent times. He said, “The health department has been instructed to remain vigilant against the surge of COVID-19 infection. As of now, Assam has not reported any...
Delhi Health Minister inspects hospitals to ensure quality healthcare
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Delhi Health Minister inspects hospitals to ensure quality healthcare

New Delhi, Dec 19: Delhi Health Minister, Saurabh Bharadwaj, is actively conducting inspections at government hospitals across the city to assess the effectiveness of healthcare services initiated by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. During inspections at Hedgewar Hospital near Karkardooma Court...
Meghalaya witnesses significant reduction in maternal mortality rate: CM Sangma
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Meghalaya witnesses significant reduction in maternal mortality rate: CM Sangma

Shillong, December 20: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma asserted that the state has witnessed a significant decrease in the maternal mortality rate due to the proactive steps taken by his government in the healthcare sector. “Meghalaya has seen a drastic reduction in maternal mortality rate...
Beetroot juice supplement beneficial for lung disease patients: Study
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Beetroot juice supplement beneficial for lung disease patients: Study

London, Dec 20: A 12-week course of daily beetroot juice supplement for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) lowered blood pressure and improved how far patients could walk in six minutes, according to a research. COPD -- a serious lung condition affecting around 400 million...
First Covid death in recent past reported in B’luru, no need for concern: K’taka Minister
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First Covid death in recent past reported in B’luru, no need for concern: K’taka...

Bengaluru, Dec 20: Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao stated on Wednesday that the first Covid death in the recent past was reported from Bengaluru on December 15. However, no decision has been taken yet to impose restrictions on New Year celebrations in the state capital. Speaking to...
Indoor air pollutants can affect your creativity: Study
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Indoor air pollutants can affect your creativity: Study

Singapore, Dec 20: Good indoor air quality is not only beneficial for your lungs but will also boost your creativity levels, according to a study. Scientists at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore have found that high levels of volatile organic compounds -- gases from common indoor...
UK approves non-hormonal menopause drug to prevent hot flashes
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UK approves non-hormonal menopause drug to prevent hot flashes

London, Dec 18: Health authorities in the UK have approved a menopause drug that can prevent hot flashes, and help scores of women for whom hormone replacement therapy is not suitable. The once daily prescription-only medicine, known as Veozatm (fezolinetant) 45 mg can aid in the treatment of...
Siddaramaiah appreciates contribution of Christian community in education and health
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Siddaramaiah appreciates contribution of Christian community in education and...

Bengaluru, Dec 18: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday termed the Christian community's service in the the era of social inequality, and in the field of education and health as commendable. In his remarks after inaugurating the Linear Accelerator Radiation Therapy Service at Baptist...
Sun Pharma clinches $30 million deal for 16.7% stake in US firm
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Sun Pharma clinches $30 million deal for 16.7% stake in US firm

Mumbai, Dec 18: India’s Sun Pharmaceuticals Ltd said on Monday that it has entered into agreement to acquire a 16.7 per cent stake in US company Lyndra Therapeutics Inc for $30 million. Lyndra Theraputics, based in Massachusetts, is engaged in the business of developing novel delivery technology...
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