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India News
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Diagnosed with Leptospirosis
Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has been diagnosed with leptospirosis, a bacterial infection, according to medical authorities. The condition was confirmed through blood tests after he was initially admitted to the hospital with symptoms of tropical fever. A health bulletin from Fortis Hospital on Saturday stated that Mann’s vitals are stable, and he is responding well to antibiotic treatment.…
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Health & Fitness
Mind-Body Therapies Emerging as a Holistic Solution for Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain Management
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that primarily affects the joints, causing inflammation, stiffness, and pain. Managing RA effectively involves not only reducing pain but also controlling inflammation and preventing further joint damage. While there’s no cure, several scientifically proven treatment options can help ease pain and improve quality of life. 1. Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) NSAIDs are…
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World News
Kenya Confirms Two New Mpox Cases, Total Rises to Seven Amid Heightened Surveillance
Kenya’s Ministry of Health announced on Tuesday the confirmation of two additional Mpox cases, bringing the country’s total to seven as efforts to enhance surveillance and prevent wider transmission continue. Deborah Barasa, the cabinet secretary for Health, stated that the latest cases were identified in Makueni County, located in southeastern Kenya, and Kajiado County, which shares a border with Tanzania.…
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Health & Fitness
Hubballi: Free ENT Check-up and Treatment Camp at KLE Cooperative Hospital
Hubballi: A free medical camp focusing on ear, nose, and throat (ENT) check-ups and treatments is scheduled to take place at KLE Cooperative Hospital, located on Coen Road, on Saturday, September 21, 2024. In addition to routine ENT examinations, special attention will be given to children suffering from tonsillitis, with free check-ups and treatments offered at discounted rates. This initiative…
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Health & Fitness
Skin Darkening Around Your Neck? It Might Be the First Sign of a Major Health Issue
Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a skin condition characterized by dark, velvety patches, typically appearing in areas where skin folds, such as the neck, armpits, groin, and sometimes hands or elbows. While it may seem like a cosmetic concern, acanthosis nigricans is often a sign of underlying health issues that require attention. What Is Acanthosis Nigricans? Acanthosis nigricans is not a…
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Hubballi-Dharwad
Dr Kranti Kiran Led Team Removes 450-Gram Tumor from Patient’s Brain
Hubballi: Doctors at Shri Balaji Hospital in the city have successfully performed surgery to remove a massive 450-gram tumor from the brain of a 37-year-old woman who was suffering from a brain tumor. The woman, a native of Haveri, was admitted to the hospital with complaints of headaches, vomiting, seizures, and blurred vision. Dr. Kranthi Kiran, Chairman of the hospital…
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USA
Former U.S. Infectious Disease Chief Anthony Fauci Contracts West Nile Virus
Washington: Former U.S. infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci, was hospitalized after he contracted the West Nile virus. He was in hospital for a week, said sources. He is now recovering at home and is expected to fully recover, according to his spokesperson. Fauci, 83, likely contracted the virus from a mosquito bite in his backyard, leading to symptoms like…
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India News
WHO Probes Possible Polio Case in Meghalaya Amid Concerns Over Vaccine-Derived Infection
Meghalaya’s Health Minister, Mazel Ampareen Lyngdoh, announced on August 21, 2024, that the World Health Organization (WHO) is conducting an extensive investigation into a possible new strain of polio affecting a two-year-old child in the Tikrikilla region of the state. While the state government awaits sample test results from laboratories in Kolkata and Mumbai, the Union Health Ministry has clarified…
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