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The Nipah virus is highly lethal, with a mortality rate of approximately 75%. (Representative image) (Photo: IANS)

First human trial for deadly Nipah virus vaccine begins in UK

The nanorobots demonstrated mobility and specific tumor accumulation, offering potential advancements in cancer therapy. (representative image) (photo: IANS)

Nanorobots can shrink bladder tumours by 90%, shows study

As of 11 January, a total of 827 cases of the Covid-19 sub-variant JN.1 have been reported across 12 states in India.
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India records 441 new Covid cases, no deaths in 24 hours

Hydroxychloroquine, an antimalarial drug, was briefly used against COVID, but may have been lethal for some patients. (photo: DW)

Hydroxychloroquine: Covid 'cure' linked to 17,000 deaths

Nanoplastics, being smaller than microplastics, can pass through intestines and lungs directly into the bloodstream, posing potential health risks. (photo: DW)

Bottled water contains thousands of previously unknown nanoplastics: Study

The study found a substantial increase in the risk of SSPD after experiencing moderate to severe illness due to SARS-CoV-2 infection compared to a group with non-Covid Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome. (photo: IANS)

Study links Covid infection with increased risk of schizophrenia

'Flow', an exhibition at a Berlin museum, explores the cultural shifts surrounding menstruation (photo: DW)

'Flow': An exhibition that explores cultural shifts around menstruation

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JN.1 represents 'very serious evolution' of Covid virus, say global experts

05 Jan 2024, 7:28 PM

The study found that smoking, alcohol consumption and ambient particulate matter (PM) pollution remained dominant among the 34 risk factors for cancer. (representative image) (Photo National Herald archives)

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India registered 9.3 lakh cancer deaths, second highest in Asia: Lancet study

03 Jan 2024, 3:17 PM

Advances in AI technology can transform Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) diagnosis, enhancing early detection and patient outcomes.
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AI offers promise for accurate liver cancer diagnosis

02 Jan 2024, 3:19 PM

India recorded 743 fresh cases of Covid-19 in the last 24 hours (photo: IANS)

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Shadow of a Covid wave powered by JN.1 variant looms over early 2024

31 Dec 2023, 7:08 PM

At a certain age, for certain conditions, palliative care can be a better, less painful choice—not just for the patient but also their caregivers. Representative image shows a senior citizen's clasped together hands (photo: National Herald archives)

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The Palliative Path

31 Dec 2023, 4:58 PM

9 states and Union territories have detected JN.1 sub-variant, including Goa, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Delhi. (photo: IANS)

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162 cases of Covid sub-variant JN.1 detected in India: INSACOG

30 Dec 2023, 9:17 AM

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Lack of awareness, diagnosis hinders India's fight against rare diseases: Report

29 Dec 2023, 1:54 PM

TB is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) and can remain dormant in the body for decades without causing symptoms. (photo: DW)

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Indian scientists decode how TB bacterium persists in human body

27 Dec 2023, 12:50 PM

Some states are experiencing a rise in Covid-19 infections following the identification of the first case of the sub-variant JN.1 in Kerala (photo: IANS)

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West Bengal reports 5 new Covid cases, 1 death and 5 cases in Rajasthan

22 Dec 2023, 3:03 PM

Common symptoms of the latest strain, the JN.1 subvariant of Covid-19, include sore throat, lethargy, and headache (representative image: IANS)

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Noida reports first Covid case in months as man tests positive

22 Dec 2023, 12:23 PM

Some states are experiencing a rise in COVID-19 infections following the identification of the first case of the Coronavirus sub-variant JN.1 in Kerala. (photo: IANS)

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India logs 614 new coronavirus cases, highest since May 21

20 Dec 2023, 1:21 PM

JN.1 has seen a rapidly increasing spread but WHO said that it poses a "low" global public health risk.(photo: DW)

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WHO terms Covid strain JN.1 'variant of interest'

20 Dec 2023, 12:56 PM

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Childhood trauma increases risk of chronic pain in adulthood: Study

20 Dec 2023, 12:37 PM

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