Dr. R. Shruthi

Benadryl Liquid Elixir Recall Over Child Poisoning Risk

Thousands of Benadryl Liquid Elixir bottles are recalled due to potential child poisoning risks. The recall aims to ensure consumer…

4 months ago

Gene Therapy Falls Behind as Investors Chase Weight-Loss Drug Boom

Gene therapy, once hailed as the future of medicine, is facing a decline in investor interest as pharmaceutical companies and…

4 months ago

HKU1 Coronavirus Detected in Kolkata Woman: What You Need to Know

A Kolkata woman tested positive for the HKU1 strain of human coronavirus, first identified in 2005. This strain causes mild…

4 months ago

Cannabis Use Linked to Higher Heart Attack Risk

Two recent studies reveal that cannabis users face a significantly higher risk of heart attack—up to six times more—highlighting potential…

4 months ago

US Agriculture Department Pledges $100M for Bird Flu Vaccine Research

Amid a severe bird flu outbreak affecting US poultry farms, the USDA announces $100 million in funding to support vaccine…

4 months ago

UK Report Highlights Risks in Data Recording of Biological Sex and Gender Identity

A government-commissioned report reveals confusion in UK data collection between biological sex and gender identity, posing risks in healthcare and…

4 months ago

ICMR-NIV Pune Launches Study on Zika Virus Impact on Pregnancy

ICMR-NIV Pune initiates a study to assess the effects of Zika virus infection on pregnancy and birth outcomes after last…

4 months ago

When Should Anaemia Patients Consider a Bone Marrow Transplant?

Anaemia affects millions in India, with severe cases requiring advanced treatments like bone marrow transplants. Learn when a transplant becomes…

4 months ago

Measles Surge in Kansas: Prevention is Key

Kansas reports a rise in measles cases among youngsters, prompting health officials to stress the importance of vaccination and preventive…

4 months ago

FDA Bans Compounded Versions of Ozempic and Zepbound

The FDA has ordered compounding pharmacies to stop making affordable versions of popular weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Zepbound, citing resolved…

4 months ago

Meal Delivery Apps: A Threat to Global Nutrition Goals

As meal delivery apps promote unhealthy food choices, experts warn they may derail global nutrition efforts. Urgent regulation and research…

4 months ago

Glaucoma: The Silent Thief of Sight – Early Detection Saves Vision

Glaucoma gradually damages the optic nerve without symptoms, leading to vision loss or blindness if untreated. Regular eye check-ups are…

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