WHO study shows 400 million people globally need hearing aids
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Tata Institute claims its USD 1.21 tablets can prevent cancer resurgence
Tata Institute is claiming its INR 100 tablet can prevent cancer resurgence.
WHO warns one in eight people is now obese globally
“This new study highlights the importance of preventing and managing obesity from early life to adulthood through diet, physical activity and adequate care, as needed,” said Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of WHO, which contributed to the study.
NY’s Albert Einstein College of Medicine goes tuition-free after receiving a USD 1 billion donor gift
Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York gets tuition-free after receiving a $1 billion donor gift from a former professor.
Zerodha cofounder Nithin Kamath recovering from stroke he suffered six weeks ago, wishes pour in from Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, others
Zerodha cofounder Nithin Kamath recovering from stroke.
Clinical trial shows new treatment for a rare and aggressive cancer improves survival rates
The phase 3 clinical trial, published recently in JAMA Oncology and sponsored by Polaris Pharmaceuticals, has unveiled a breakthrough in the treatment of malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM), a rare and often rapidly fatal form of cancer associated with asbestos exposure and which has limited therapeutic options. The trial found that a combination treatment of traditional […]
UN health authorities warn global cancer cases expected to rise 77% by 2050
The increase reflects both population ageing and growth, as well as changes to people’s exposure to risk factors. Tobacco, alcohol and obesity are key factors, along with air pollution.
Five countries awarded for their efforts towards eliminating mass-produced trans fats in food: WHO
Five countries have been awarded for their efforts towards eliminating mass-produced trans fats in food.
Elon Musk’s Neuralink implants wireless brain chip in man
Billionaire Elon Musk on Monday (January 30, 2024) said his Neuralink company has implanted a wireless brain chip in a person and he is currently recovering. “The first human received an implant from @Neuralink yesterday and is recovering well,” Musk posted on X. Musk said initial results show promising neuron spike detection. “Enables control of […]
WHO says tobacco use is declining globally
WHO says smoking tobacco is on the decline worldwide
