aalu sali HKU5-CoV-2, belongs to the merbecovirus subgenus, which includes the Mers virus. This newly isolated strain can bind to the ACE2 receptor in human cells, the same pathway used by the Covid-19 virus New China COVID Variant News: Four years after the first case of the deadly COVID-19 virus was reported from China’s Wuhan city, the … Read more
Alcohol has the same impact on the body as tobacco, if not worse. A recent study links alcohol consumption with high risk of cancer. Read on to know more The impact of alcohol is considered to be equal to poison for human health. Multiple studies have linked alcohol to chronic diseases like diabetes, fatty liver, … Read more
World Health Day is marked around the world on 7th April, the anniversary of WHO’s founding in 1948. Each year, it draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world.“The focus of this campaign comes at a crucial moment, aiming to help countries regain lost progress while showcasing new … Read more
The Ayush Ministry said this update follows the successful year-long testing and deliberations after the launch of International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-11 TM-2 in January last year for Ayurveda, Siddha and Unani systems of medicine for country implementation testing. New Delhi: WHO has introduced a new module dedicated to traditional medicine conditions in its 2025 … Read more
Health insurance premiums in the national capital could soon see a significant hike as insurers consider factoring in the effects of air pollution when pricing policies. Discussions are underway to impose a 10-15 per cent increase in premiums for new health insurance policies in Delhi following a surge in pollution-related claims in 2024, a report … Read more
Narayana Health Insurance, led by its visionary Chairman and Founder, Dr. Devi Shetty, has announced the launch of a groundbreaking campaign for Aditi, an innovative health insurance product designed to make quality healthcare accessible to underserved populations across India. The campaign emphasizes the belief that healthcare is a right for everyone, regardless of economic status.”Our … Read more
Bridge the customer experience divide: Ensure life insurance relevancy through relentless customer centricityLife insurers today face declining penetration rates in mature markets. Many consumers are at best only mildly interested in traditional life insurance products, and the industry is struggling to meet new and more challenging life insurance customer experience expectations – with legacy technology … Read more
Bevacizumab stands as a beacon of hope for countless patients fighting cancer, offering not just a treatment but a renewed sense of possibility during some of life’s most challenging moments.For many patients, the availability of this treatment has meant more than just an extension of life—it has provided a renewed opportunity to spend precious time … Read more
Longevity is a tricky term. It’s not just about genetics or a stroke of good luck; it’s all about balance. Many things come to mind when we speak about longevity. One would be the brain and its cognitive prowess. Then we have the heart, which is the number one killer, followed by cancer and metabolic … Read more
If you want to boost your health and wellbeing, there are plenty of natural and home remedies to choose from, ranging from avoiding charred meats and added sugars to practicing meditation. 1. Limit sugary drinksSugary drinks like sodas, fruit juices, and sweetened teas are the primary source of added sugar in the American diet Sugar-sweetened … Read more