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Coronavirus: WHO gives an official name 'COVID-19' to the deadly disease
Health | February 13, 2020 14:49 ISTThe World Health Organization on Tuesday announced a new name for the Coronavirus-- COVID-19.
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Global experts study promising drugs, vaccines for coronavirus
World | February 12, 2020 7:08 ISTThere are no proven treatments or vaccines for the new and still-mysterious virus, which has infected more than 43,000 people worldwide and killed over 1,000, with the overwhelming majority of cases in China. And while several labs have come up with tests for the virus, there is no quick means of diagnosis, and results take time.
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WHO names coronavirus as “COVID-19”
World | February 11, 2020 22:56 ISTThe new coronavirus that has killed over 1,000 people in China and sickened more than 43,000 others globally has been named 'COVID-19', the World Health Organisation said on Tuesday.
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WHO warns overseas coronavirus spread may be 'tip of the iceberg'
World | February 10, 2020 10:31 ISTThe head of the World Health Organization said on Monday there have been "concerning instances" of coronavirus among people with no travel history to China, warning that it could be the "tip of the iceberg", as he urged all countries to prepare for the possible arrival of the novel virus that has killed over 900 people.
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Can pets at home spread the new coronavirus? WHO answers
Fyi | February 03, 2020 11:54 ISTPet owners have been worried about the spread of the new coronavirus that has taken 360 lives in China and 1 in the Philippines. One of the most important questions that the pet owners around the world have faced is that wether their beloved pet is a means through which they can get Coronavirus. World Health Organisation has answered this question for all such pet owners.
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A Simple Guide: Coronavirus symptoms, spread and protection
Health | March 16, 2020 19:33 ISTCoronavirus outbreak in China has taken many lives and has infected hundreds. So, what exactly is Coronavirus? And how can you identify the symptoms and protect yourself from this deadly infection.
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Commonwealth signs pact to reduce violence against women
India | November 26, 2019 12:45 ISTAccording to the World Health Organisation, one in three women worldwide has been a victim of sexual and/or physical violence in her lifetime, making it a leading cause of death in women and girls. Reports suggest the abuse remains largely unreported due to impunity, silence, stigma, fear and shame.
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More than 80% adolescents worldwide not physically active: WHO
Health | November 23, 2019 11:03 ISTMore than 80 per cent of adolescents worldwide are not physically active, including 85 per cent girls and 78 per cent boys
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Will 5G roll out put your health at risk?
Technology | July 03, 2019 11:54 ISTConcerns regarding adverse health effects of exposure to radio frequency radiation associated with the roll out of 5G, is being raised as a topic of concern
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Ugandan medics now tackling Ebola say they lack supplies
World | June 15, 2019 17:46 ISTWhile Ugandan authorities praise the health workers as “heroes” and say they are prepared to contain the virus, some workers disagree, wondering where the millions of dollars spent on preparing for Ebola have gone if a hospital on the front line lacks basic supplies.
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Household sanitation coverage increased at 13 per cent in two years under ‘Swachh Bharat’ campaign: WHO
India | November 18, 2018 19:28 ISTAccording to WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, 900 million people region-wide lack basic sanitation and more than 500 million practise open defecation.
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Toxic air killed over 1 lakh under-five children in India in 2016: WHO
National | October 30, 2018 9:06 ISTIn the report, titled 'Air Pollution and Child Health: Prescribing Clean Air', deaths of about 600,000 children under 15 years of age in 2016 were attributed to the joint effects of ambient and household air pollution.
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WHO acknowledges Swachh Bharat mission, says it could help avert over 3 lakh deaths
India | August 04, 2018 12:03 ISTWHO further noted that India's commitment and progress towards the outcomes are reflected in the fact that household sanitation coverage has dramatically increased from an estimated two per cent per year before the initiative to more than 13 per cent annually between 2016 and 2018.
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Aaj Ka Viral: Mystery behind the deadly and rare Nipah virus
Aaj Ka Viral | May 22, 2018 22:25 ISTAaj Ka Viral: Mystery behind the deadly and rare Nipah virus
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World can win war against TB if battle won in India, says World Health Organization
India | March 13, 2018 19:01 ISTThe World Health Organization chief asserted that the global body would stand by India and all other countries to help eradicate the disease.
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One in ten medicines in middle-income countries including India is fake, says WHO
Health | November 29, 2017 16:49 ISTWHO said that these medications not only are unable to treat diseases but can also cause severe complications or even death.
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10% of Indian adults will suffer from obesity, according to World Obesity Federation
Lifestyle | October 11, 2017 13:45 ISTThe global annual cost of treating the same will reach $1.2 trillion per year by 2025, which is an alarming state and requires immediate resolute actions.
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Know about Soumiya Swaminathan, the newly-appointed WHO Deputy Director General
Health | October 04, 2017 20:21 ISTWHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced Soumiya Swaminathan's appointment on Tuesday morning.
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World running out of antibiotics, resistant infections growing, warn World Health Organisation
Lifestyle | September 20, 2017 17:37 ISTWorld Health Organisation warns: New treatments will not be sufficient to fight the threat of antimicrobial resistance.
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UN declares Somalia polio free for third consecutive year
Lifestyle | August 14, 2017 11:31 ISTAfghanistan, Nigeria and Pakistan are the remaining countries where polio is still being recorded.
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