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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Time to step up the fight against AMR

Invisible yet rampant, antimicrobial resistance is responsible for five million deaths worldwide each year, surpassing both HIV/AIDS and malaria in terms of mortality rates. The recently concluded United Nations General Assembly special session on AMR, set an ambitious target of 70% antibiotic use belonging to the WHO ‘access’ groups with low adverse effects and potential to cause AMR. Collaborative efforts …

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Just like cigarettes, smartphones sold in Spain may soon carry a health warning

India Today

Smartphone addiction has quietly become one of the most pervasive challenges of modern life, reshaping how we connect, work, and unwind. Calling smartphone addiction a “public health epidemic”, Spain has proposed a bold step: requiring health warnings on all smartphones sold in the country, akin to those on cigarette packs. Additionally, the report also recommends including a complete ban on …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Are hair perfumes safe for you? Experts weigh in

Hindustan Times

Hair perfumes have become a popular way to keep your locks smelling fresh, and if you've been scrolling through social media, you've likely seen videos of influencers unboxing the latest hair fragrance trends. Adding to this, Dr Pooja Chopra, Consultant Dermatology at Aakash Healthcare, notes that, "Hair perfumes are typically water-based and contain trace amounts of alcohol, making them gentler …

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4 weeks ago

It’s Time to Make the Internet Safer for Kids

Wired

In the real world, we have more than a century of experience figuring out how to share the world with children in order to keep them safe while still allowing adults to engage in adult-only activities, particularly those involving sex, violence, and addictive substances. However, following the temperance movement’s efforts to publicize alcohol’s harmful effects on families, women, and children, …

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1 month ago

Experts Flag Overuse of Antibiotics

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: Inappropriate antibiotic use threatens healthcare systems and global health security, said experts. Addressing this challenge, the Max Institute of Healthcare Management at the Indian School of Business and the International Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance Solutions hosted a stakeholder consultation at ISB’s Hyderabad campus. Discussions focused on antimicrobial stewardship and sustainable strategies for managing ‘reserve’ class antibiotics, which are vital …

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1 month ago

When more antibiotics cure fewer diseases

The Hindu

Life took a sudden turn for 49-year-old David Thompson from Bengaluru when he was diagnosed with mouth cancer. “The incremental risk to life with infection, multidrug resistance and the side effects of powerful antibiotics is the ‘terrible triad’ of modern antimicrobial resistance. Swetavalli Raghavan, appointed as the advisor on AMR to Karnataka’s Health Department, is developing the Action Plan to …

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1 month ago

Cellphone overuse causes eye issues in kids: Telanagana Health Survey

Deccan Chronicle

NALGONDA: A health survey conducted under the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram across anganwadi centres and government schools in six mandals revealed that over 4,691 students suffer from prolonged health issues. Ophthalmologist Dr Pulla Rao attributed eyesight issues in children to vitamin A deficiency but noted that the Integrated Child Development Services programme has minimised such cases by providing nutritional food …

1 month ago

Indian leaders looking to leverage AI to combat ineffective collab: Zoom survey

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: A new report commissioned by Zoom and conducted by Morning Consult reveals that India stands as a leader in leveraging AI for better workplace collaboration with Indian leaders among the heaviest users of AI globally with 80% reporting daily or frequent AI usage. India’s leaders and employees among top AI adopters To address these challenges, many Indian leaders are …

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1 month ago

Survey confirms rampant misuse of over-the-counter antibiotics in Mumbai

India Today

Most people in Mumbai hardly consult a doctor before buying an antibiotic, according to a recent survey by Fortis Hospitals. Speaking to IndiaToday.in, Dr Farah Ingale, Director-Internal Medicine, Fortis Hiranandani Hospital Vashi, said that most people end up buying antibiotics without consulting the doctor because they are easily accessible. Dr Kirti Sabnis, an Infectious Disease Specialist at Fortis Kalyan, warned …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Maharashtra polls: In Mumbai, slums are most sought after but least benefitted

Hindustan Times

MUMBAI: It is a well-documented fact that half the city’s population of 21.6 million live in slums which form a lucrative vote bank. Mumtaz Shaikh, a social worker from Anushaktinagar constituency, said, “During the last election, we were promised water connections within 100 days, but nobody has seen a single drop of water.” Issues facing Mumbai’s slum communities extend beyond …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Freebies are not fiscally sustainable but there’s no need to ban them

Live Mint

In the lead-up to elections, Indian politics frequently centres around promises of state- Such handouts have become a staple of political manifestos, offering immediate relief to certain groups. However, Delhi’s relatively high per capita income of ₹414,711 allows the government to fund such schemes without much fiscal strain. Singapore’s model demonstrates how institutional frameworks can ensure that welfare benefits are …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Australia bans social media use for children below 16; know harmful effects of social media, tips to prevent overuse

Hindustan Times

The Australian Government, on Thursday, announced that the age limit for children to start using social media is 16. According to a report by Associated Press, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pointed out the harmful impact of social media on children. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pointed out the harmful impact of social media on children. Harmful effects of social media on …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Dentists are pulling "healthy" and treatable teeth to profit from implants, experts warn

Salon

Becky Carroll was missing a few teeth, and others were stained or crooked. “Why would I extract your tooth because you need a root canal?” Jaime Lozada, director of an elite dental implant residency program at Loma Linda University, said he’d not only witnessed an increase in dentists extracting “perfectly healthy teeth” but also treated a rash of patients with …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dermatologist reveals the skin care tips if you want to 'age like a fetus'

Daily Mail

A board-certified dermatologist has revealed the skincare mistakes you need to steer clear of if you want to 'age like a fetus' - and some of them are quite surprising. 'The rule here is to achieve an even skin tone, because once your skin tone is even, there is no filter,' Dr. Idriss prefaced her video before sharing her guidance. …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

What exactly is toxic masculinity? And could the term's overuse have unintended consequences?

ABC

In recent years, the term "toxic masculinity" has dominated modern discourse about what it means to be a man. Boris Johnson, for example, described Russian president Vladimir Putin's "crazy macho war of invasion and violence" as "a perfect example of toxic masculinity". "On the other hand, there's still persisting traditional norms that men should be tough, in control, stoic …

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2 months ago

'Imminent catastrophic public danger': Hundreds of doctors sound new alarm about Trump

Raw Story

Less than two weeks before voters head to the polls to choose between Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, a concerned group of mental health experts issued a new warning about the former president. Operating under "Duty to Warn," 233 mental health professionals signed off on a letter to be published in the New York Times, calling Trump an …

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2 months ago

Surgeon General Warns of a Digital Tsunami, Urging Parents to Curb Social Media Addiction in Children

New Indian Express

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy warns about the dangers of social media addiction among young people. He cites physical health risks like heart disease, stroke, and dementia, and urges governments to regulate social media. Murthy also highlights the lack of control over social media platforms and compares tech companies to car giants neglecting safety features. He emphasizes the importance of …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Christian McCaffrey injury update is revealed as 49ers star continues to struggle with Achilles problem

Daily Mail

San Francisco 49ers star Christian McCaffrey has reportedly been dealt another huge injury setback. The running back has already been ruled out of next week's Thursday game against the Seattle Seahawks because of his ongoing Achilles tendinitis, according to ESPN. Christian McCaffrey has already been ruled out of next week's game against the Seahawks ESPN also say that if he …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

A New Hope in the Fight Against Antimicrobial Resistance

The Hindu

Published : Oct 04, 2024 23:22 IST - 4 MINS READ AMR threatens to unwind a century of medical progress, and could return us to the pre-antibiotic era, where infections that are treatable today could become much harder to treat and potentially deadly tomorrow. AMR makes all manner of routine medical procedures riskier; in low- and middle-income countries, approximately 11 …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Are you sitting your way to Dead Butt Syndrome?

Hindustan Times

Are you feeling a little stiff in the hips? Dead butt syndrome, or gluteal amnesia, is the latest buzzword in the health world. Dr. Ashis Acharya, a senior consultant in orthopedics and sports medicine at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, explains, "The gluteus muscles, often referred to as the 'butt,' are essential for maintaining proper body alignment. Compensating for …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bat deaths linked to rise in infant deaths thanks to pesticide overuse

Salon

In yet another example of the cascading effects of mass extinction and pesticide overuse, the decline of bats has been linked to a sharp rise in infant deaths. A new study in the journal Science tracked how bat declines were linked with an increase of pesticide use of more than 30 percent on average, which is alarming enough on its …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Disneyland fans with disabilities enraged by changes: ‘We had the worst day ever there’

LA Times

Disney fan Rosie Keiser said she “cried and shook” during her DAS pass screening. She said she was “one of the lucky ones.” The DAS pass, created in 2013, allows users at Disneyland and Disney World to avoid standby lines. DAS defenders claim Disney is now excluding “cancer patients, veterans with PTSD, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, those with rare diseases and …

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5 months ago

Gut feelings: All disease begins in the gut

Deccan Chronicle

Over 2000 years ago, Hippocrates proposed that all disease begins in the gut, a concept we now recognise more than ever. “A recent Lancet research paper links conditions like anxiety, depression, and even neurodegenerative diseases to dysbiosis, or an imbalance in the gut microbiome,” says Dr G. V. Rao, Director, Asian Institute of Gastroenter-ology. Psychological interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy …

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5 months, 4 weeks ago

Matthew Perry death: Police investigating several people linked to the mysterious death

Hindustan Times

Friends star, Matthew Perry died in October of last year at the age of 54 due to overuse of Ketamine according to the reports provided by Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner. FILE PHOTO: Police officials suggests many people are involved in Matthew Perry's death. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson/File Photo Police officials suggest many people should be charged for Perry’s death According to …

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Time to step up the fight against AMR

Just like cigarettes, smartphones sold in Spain may soon carry a health warning

Are hair perfumes safe for you? Experts weigh in

It’s Time to Make the Internet Safer for Kids

Experts Flag Overuse of Antibiotics

When more antibiotics cure fewer diseases

Cellphone overuse causes eye issues in kids: Telanagana Health Survey

Indian leaders looking to leverage AI to combat ineffective collab: Zoom survey

Survey confirms rampant misuse of over-the-counter antibiotics in Mumbai

Maharashtra polls: In Mumbai, slums are most sought after but least benefitted

Freebies are not fiscally sustainable but there’s no need to ban them

Australia bans social media use for children below 16; know harmful effects of social media, tips to prevent overuse

Dentists are pulling "healthy" and treatable teeth to profit from implants, experts warn

Dermatologist reveals the skin care tips if you want to 'age like a fetus'

What exactly is toxic masculinity? And could the term's overuse have unintended consequences?

'Imminent catastrophic public danger': Hundreds of doctors sound new alarm about Trump

Surgeon General Warns of a Digital Tsunami, Urging Parents to Curb Social Media Addiction in Children

Christian McCaffrey injury update is revealed as 49ers star continues to struggle with Achilles problem

A New Hope in the Fight Against Antimicrobial Resistance

Are you sitting your way to Dead Butt Syndrome?

Bat deaths linked to rise in infant deaths thanks to pesticide overuse

Disneyland fans with disabilities enraged by changes: ‘We had the worst day ever there’

Gut feelings: All disease begins in the gut

Matthew Perry death: Police investigating several people linked to the mysterious death