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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

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)

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

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

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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

Representative image of a cancer patient getting an CT scan (Photo: National Herald archives)

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CT scans linked to higher risk of blood cancers in young people: Study

19 Dec 2023, 12:52 PM

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Menstrual cycles can spur day-to-day suicide risk: Study

16 Dec 2023, 2:34 PM

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