The screenings were held for women over 18 as part of the “Mata Surakshit Tar Ghar Surakshit” program to address the burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). More than 1.73 crore women over 18, including 81 lakh women over 30, were screened by the state’s health services. Pune: Free health exams between September 26 and October […]
Continue ReadingEvery patient admitted to this ward must have a government-issued ID card, submit to a series of sexually transmitted disease screenings and undergo a psychological assessment for suicidal ideation. However, doctors have advised patients to provide a self-attested letter if they lack a government ID or letter. The state’s first transgender ward will open in […]
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In the western world, the prevalence of psoriasis is between 2 and 4%, whereas, in India, it is between 1 and 2%. The fact that the disease is becoming more common in developing nations is also concerning. One of the common skin conditions that affect people worldwide is psoriasis. It is a chronic, immune-mediated skin […]
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According to data from the state health services, about 54% of kids in the 12–14 age range and 50% of kids in the 15–17 age range have not taken the second covid jab yet. Response rates are particularly low in Mumbai, Thane, and Pune areas. Pune: In the state, up to 50% of beneficiaries in […]
Continue Reading200 (5.2%) of the total number of female patients examined in the camps had the dreaded osteoporosis, and 1,700 (47.6%) had osteopenia with a T-score of (-1.0 to -2.5), raising red flags for them. Mumbai: It came as a shock to find out that 75% of the women in a study of over 4,000 women […]
Continue ReadingDespite requests from the manufacturer to keep the injectable pregnancy drug Makena available pending more research, the Food and Drug Administration advisory panel decided 14-1 that it should be withdrawn. Washington: Federal health advisers have determined that a drug intended to prevent preterm births hasn’t been proven effective, paving the way for American regulators to […]
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The Abbott Ipsos survey took insights from more than 1,200 people across seven cities. The objective was to assess awareness levels, perceptions, and experiences women go through during menopause. The survey included women in the 45-55years age group and family members. Mumbai: In honor of World Menopause Month in October, Abbott spearheads initiatives to […]
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Dr. Aarti Ullal, Consultant Endocrinologist, Global Hospital, Parel, Mumbai says that planning and proper management for osteoporosis are essential because treatment must be tailored to each patient’s severity, age, and risk factors. Osteoporosis is a condition where the bones thin out due to hormonal changes or a lack of calcium, vitamin D, and other minerals, […]
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Thirty-three medical professionals are currently receiving training at the AIIMS Trauma Center in Delhi. The program will end on Thursday, which is also World Trauma Day. Lucknow: WHO and AIIMS Delhi will train UP’s medical staff in treating injured people in intrauterine situations. All health professionals will eventually receive this training after the initial three phases, […]
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The potential for 5G to significantly expand telemedicine is enormous. As we observed during the pandemic, 5G-capable devices connected to the Cloud are helpful for more than just doctor-patient video chats. A healthcare provider can access a patient’s vital signs quickly and accurately diagnose the illness with the aid of 5G says Oracle’s Executive Vice […]
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