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  Did Covid-19 reverse decade's worth progress in life expectancy improvements? Here's what WHO said

  News | May 28, 2024 15:43 IST

  Did COVID-19 reverse a decade's worth of progress in life expectancy improvements? In the latest release of the World Health Organization's 2024 world health statistics report, the profound impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on global health indicators is starkly evident.

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  Another COVID-19 wave in Singapore, masks advised after 25,900 cases recorded in six days

  World | May 18, 2024 16:25 IST

  Singapore's health minister Ong Ye Kung said that over 25,900 cases were recorded between May 5 and May 11, more than 13,700 detected the previous week. He advised people to start wearing masks again and those at greater risk of disease to get vaccinated.

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  Who is Lawrence Wong, the guitar-playing economist soon to become Singapore's new PM?

  World | May 15, 2024 14:47 IST

  Wong is a US-trained economist and a former civil servant who is widely popular for his social media posts playing guitar to popular songs. He will succeed Lee Hsien Loong, who was PM for two decades, and is only the second leader to not be a member of the founding Lee Family.

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  New Covid-19 variant FLiRT spreading in US: Is it dangerous? Here's all you need to know!

  News | May 06, 2024 19:03 IST

  FLiRT (Flu-like Respiratory Tract) is a newly identified variant of the COVID-19 virus that has been spreading in the United States. These are descendants of the JN. 1 variant that came in last December.

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  Men face greater risk of early death, women encounter greater health challenges: Lancet study

  Health | May 03, 2024 11:22 IST

  A Lancet study reveals stark differences in men's and women's health: men face higher early death risks from conditions like heart disease and Covid-19, while women experience a greater burden of chronic illnesses like mental health issues and back pain.

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  Chinese scientist who published COVID-19 sequence allowed back in his lab after protesting for days

  World | May 01, 2024 10:57 IST

  Chinese virologist Zhang Yongzhen said he staged a sit-in protest after he and his team were suddenly evicted from the lab. The Shanghai Public Health Clinical Centre said his lab was being renovated, but the scientist refuted the claims, saying he was not informed earlier.

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  AstraZeneca admits its Covishield can cause rare side effects: Should you be worried?

  Health | April 30, 2024 19:28 IST

  AstraZeneca's admission about the rare side effects of Covishield may have caused some concern among people. However, it is vital to remember that these are rare cases, and the benefits of getting vaccinated far outweigh any potential risks.

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  Chinese scientist, who first published COVID sequence, kicked out of his lab citing 'safety concerns

  World | April 30, 2024 17:52 IST

  The Shanghai Public Health Clinical Center said that Zhang’s lab was informed about the move and added the lab was closed for “safety reasons.” However, the Chinese scientist refuted the government's claims and said he wasn't informed earlier.

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  Lungs of young adults more susceptible to SARS-CoV-2 virus: Research

  Health | April 19, 2024 6:41 IST

  A recent study suggests that young adults may have more vulnerable lungs to SARS-CoV-2. Age-related susceptibility to respiratory viruses may not only stem from viral replication dynamics.

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  What is Mutual fund stress test? Concerns for SEBI as results start coming in | EXPLAINED

  March 18, 2024 23:34 IST

  With discussions surrounding the stock market, the term "stress test" has gained attention, especially amidst the recent decline in mid- and small-cap shares. Stress tests evaluate mutual funds' ability to liquidate portfolios swiftly during extreme scenarios.

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  Man receives over 200 Covid-19 vaccinations, study finds no immune fatigue

  Health | March 06, 2024 13:50 IST

  Researchers from FAU in Germany conducted a study on the immune system's response to hypervaccination against COVID-19. Findings debunked concerns regarding immune fatigue and underscored efficacy.

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  'Defences tend to fade over time': US health agency recommends older to get another COVID shot

  World | February 29, 2024 7:18 IST

  The final recommendation from director Mandy Cohen comes after an expert advisory group to the CDC said US adults aged 65 and older should get a second annual COVID-19 shot this spring, strengthening their recommendations from last year.

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  New ChatGPT-like GenAI model to design new drugs to treat disease: Details

  Technology | February 08, 2024 14:05 IST

  Inspired by ChatGPT's popularity and wondering if this approach could speed up the drug design process, the scientists in the Schmid College of Science and Technology at Chapman University in California, US have decided to create their own GenAI model.

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  Do you know COVID-19 can damage your gut health? 8 ways to support your digestive system

  Health | January 22, 2024 19:27 IST

  The disruption in gut health due to COVID-19 can negatively impact the body's ability to fight off infections and increase susceptibility to various diseases. Therefore, it is crucial to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle during this time to support gut health and boost overall immunity.

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  Mid-air assault causes dramatic diversion of Air Canada flight: 16-year-old passenger in custody

  World | January 07, 2024 21:22 IST

  An Air Canada flight from Toronto to Calgary faced disruption when a 16-year-old passenger assaulted a family member mid-flight. The Airbus A321, Flight AC137, diverted to Winnipeg shortly after takeoff, resulting in a three-hour delay.

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  5 superfoods to power up your immunity against Covid JN.1

  Food | January 05, 2024 9:16 IST

  Five powerful superfoods, from vitamin-rich citrus to gut-friendly probiotics, are presented as strategic allies in bolstering your immune system against Covid JN.1. This article unveils a potent arsenal of dietary weapons to strengthen your defences against the evolving virus.

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  Understanding the difference between COVID-19 and the common seasonal flu

  Health | December 30, 2023 11:45 IST

  Deciphering between COVID-19 and seasonal flu: Know the transmission dynamics, common symptoms and differences between the two respiratory diseases

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  COVID-19: India logs 145 cases of JN.1 subvarinat so far, maximum from THIS state

  India | December 29, 2023 21:03 IST

  The highest number of JN.1 variant cases have been reported from Kerala. JN.1 is a Variant of Interest (VOI) which is under intense scientific scrutiny.

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  COVID-19: BJP councillor tests positive in Ghaziabad as district reports fresh case after 8 months

  Uttar Pradesh | December 20, 2023 22:51 IST

  BJP councillor Amit Tyagi is a resident of Shastri Nagar in Ghaziabad. His family members have travel history to Dubai and now they will also be tested.

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  WHO Classifies New COVID Strain JN.1 As 'Variant of Interest' | All You Need To Know About It

  News | December 20, 2023 18:32 IST

  The new Covid strain JN.1 has been classified as the "variant of interest" by the World Health Organisation (WHO). However, the world health body said it did not pose much threat to public health.