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New study finds that the SARS-CoV-2 virus can persist in the lungs of certain individuals for up to 18 months after infection. (photo: Getty Images)

Covid virus can persist in lungs for up to two years: Study

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At least 40 mn women have health problems post childbirth yearly: Lancet

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Scientists identify effective nutrition labels for India's diverse population

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Why being mindful of heart health during winter is crucial

Experts link heart attack risks to factors like diet, lack of exercise, and high haemoglobin levels, emphasising the need for awareness and preventive measures. (photo: IANS)

Deaths due to heart attacks up by 12.5 per cent in 2022: NCRB report

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First menstrual cycle before age 13 may up diabetes, stroke risk by 60s: Study

Many European countries apply taxes on beer and spirits but not wine (Photo: DW)

WHO calls for higher taxes on alcohol, sugary drinks

In recent days, media agencies have posted videos of hospitals in northern China, crowded with parents and children awaiting check-ups (photo: DW)

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Six Indian states on high alert as respiratory illnesses surge in China, US and Europe

01 Dec 2023, 4:10 PM

The report showed that in 2022, nine countries in the South-East Asia Region contributed to about 2% of the burden of malaria globally (5.2 million cases) (photo: DW)

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India recorded highest malaria cases, deaths in SE Asia Region in 2022: WHO

01 Dec 2023, 10:44 AM

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Over 6 hours of sedentary time daily may double fibroid risk in women

29 Nov 2023, 2:35 PM

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Rush-hour traffic pollution can spike your BP, up heart risk up to 24 hrs

29 Nov 2023, 12:59 PM

The aedes aegypti mosquito (photo: Wikipedia)

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Climate change pushes dengue into new frontiers across India

27 Nov 2023, 8:43 PM

Australian researchers find 4 drugs reversing Covid-19-accelerated brain aging (photo: IANS)

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Scientists find drugs targeting 'zombie' cells linked to brain aging in covid-19

25 Nov 2023, 10:50 AM

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Antibiotic misuse to drive 10 mn AMR-related deaths yearly by 2050: WHO

24 Nov 2023, 2:25 PM

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WHO team visits Bihar to find out about mysterious disease affecting over 300 people

23 Nov 2023, 1:56 PM

Study suggests hearing loss may alter specific brain regions. (representative image) (photo: National Herald archives)

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Hearing loss could increase dementia risk, study warns

22 Nov 2023, 1:13 PM

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Climate risk on pregnant women & kids "neglected, underreported": UN

21 Nov 2023, 9:05 PM

Representative image of masked children in school uniform (photo: Raj K Raj/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)

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Children exposed to dangerous levels of lead in Manipal, Lucknow, Jodhpur… Where else?

21 Nov 2023, 4:39 PM

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Poor nutrition can spur risk of anxiety, depression & diabetes

21 Nov 2023, 4:19 PM

Representative image of people standing in a queue for lunch at a refugee camp (Photo by Ulet Ifansasti/Getty Images)

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Study reveals how hunger influences decision-making

20 Nov 2023, 1:57 PM

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