The University of Oxford has launched the first human clinical trial of a vaccine targeting the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, marking a significant step towards strengthening global preparedness against one of the deadliest viral diseases. The early-stage study will assess the safety and
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has constituted an expert committee to review the regulatory framework governing In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) clinics, Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) centres and surrogacy services, amid concerns that existing safeguards are insufficient to curb unethical practices in the rapidly expanding
Scientists have uncovered a previously unknown mechanism by which disease causing fungi suppress the human immune system, a breakthrough that could pave the way for more effective treatments against life threatening fungal infections and antifungal resistant "superbugs." The study, conducted using zebrafish models and human immune
Jupiter Hospital, Dombivli, receives the prestigious IGBC Green Healthcare Facility Platinum Certification by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), which is the highest benchmark for sustainable healthcare infrastructure, demonstrating its dedication to creating a healthcare ecosystem that harmonizes clinical excellence with environmental sustainability. The certification reflects the
Researchers in South Korea have developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered mobile application designed to support clinicians in making faster and more accurate decisions in pediatric emergency departments, potentially improving outcomes for critically ill children before laboratory and imaging results become available. The application is powered
Researchers have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered electrocardiogram (ECG) tool capable of identifying hidden signs associated with sudden cardiac death (SCD) before symptoms appear, offering a potential breakthrough in the early detection of one of the world's leading causes of unexpected mortality. The study found that
Doctors successfully remove the foreign body from the toddler’s tiny airway with exceptional precision, preventing serious damage to the lungs and airway Doctors at Fortis Hospital Yeshwanthpur successfully saved the life of a 2-year-old boy who suffered nearly two weeks of severe respiratory distress after a
Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Madurai, has become the first hospital in Tamil Nadu to implement AI powered continuous patient monitoring across all inpatient beds, marking a significant advancement in the integration of artificial intelligence into hospital care and patient safety systems. The hospital has deployed a wearable,
Mental health disorders continue to pose a significant public health challenge worldwide, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that around 280 million people live with depression globally. While effective medications are available, identifying the right treatment often remains a lengthy trial and error process,
Pune is witnessing a rise in cases of typhoid and other intestinal infections, with healthcare experts warning that the actual disease burden may be substantially higher than officially reported figures. Doctors have linked the increase in infections to ongoing water shortages, irregular water supply and
