India’s Molbio Diagnostics has been awarded the prestigious Kochon Prize 2024 for its groundbreaking portable molecular diagnostic platform, a transformative innovation that has significantly advanced the fight against infectious diseases globally. The Kochon Prize, instituted by the Stop TB Partnership and funded by the Kochon Foundation
Dr Srivatsa Lokeshwaran, Lead Consultant and Head of Department - Interventional Pulmonology and Lung Transplant, Aster Whitefield Hospital A recent WHO study reveals that children are, on average, nine times more likely than adults to vape. Experts share how vaping has similar effects as traditional smoking. According
Dr. Chirag D, Consultant - Interventional Cardiology, Aster Whitefield Hospital When we say heart disease, we all think of clogged arteries, cholesterol levels, and high-pressure jobs. But another silent killer is sitting on our dinner tables: our daily foods topped with a mass of salt and
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially recognized Fiji as the 26th country worldwide to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem, marking a major milestone in global eye health and disease prevention. Trachoma, a contagious bacterial infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, is the leading infectious
In a historic public health milestone, the World Health Organization (WHO) has certified the Maldives as the first country in the WHO South-East Asia Region to achieve the elimination of mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of both HIV and syphilis. The achievement underscores the Maldives’ strong commitment
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stark warning about the rapidly increasing levels of antibiotic resistance (AMR) across the globe, calling it one of the most urgent public health threats of the century. The organization cautioned that misuse and overuse of antibiotics in
On the occasion of Snakebite Awareness Day, Bharat Serums and Vaccines Limited (BSV), a Mankind Group Company, and a leader in bite management & women's health, reinforces its commitment towards advancing awareness on seeking immediate medical attention for snakebite incidents across India. According to World Health
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially recognised and lauded the findings of a groundbreaking study funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), underscoring nutrition's essential role in tuberculosis (TB) prevention and care. The research, conducted in Jharkhand as part of the RATIONS
In a significant global health development, India has extended its support and contributions to the London Resolution, an international commitment aimed at combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The resolution, endorsed by over 40 countries, was unveiled at a high-level global forum in London focused on preserving
New Guidance Aims to Curb Misuse and Strengthen Antimicrobial Stewardship The World Health Organization (WHO) has released updated recommendations on the use of antibiotics in the treatment of COVID-19 patients, reinforcing the importance of responsible prescribing to curb the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Key Recommendation:
