Updates
Supreme Court Hearing on Covishield Vaccine Death Claims Scheduled for November
The Supreme Court will hear a petition alleging vaccine-related deaths of two young women. Filed in 2022, the case calls attention to the effects of the Covishield vaccine. Stay updated as the hearing is set for November 26.
Trump Appoints Stanford’s Bhattacharya to Boost National Health Research
In a recent announcement, Trump appointed Dr. Jay Bhattacharya from Stanford to collaborate with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at the Department of Health and Human Services, aiming to advance medical research and enhance public health across the nation.
Organ Transplants from HIV-Positive Donors: New Study Shows Safety and Efficacy
A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine highlights the safety of organ transplants from HIV-positive donors. The research found comparable survival rates among recipients regardless of donor HIV status, showcasing a breakthrough in donor options.
Effective Nutritional Support for Underweight TB Patients: A Key to Recovery
This groundbreaking study, published in the Lancet, highlights the importance of monthly food baskets and multivitamins for underweight TB patients. It shows significant weight gain and reduced mortality over six months, emphasizing nutritional intervention’s role in treatment.
Neuralink PRIME Study: Evaluating Wireless Brain-Computer Interface Safety
Discover Neuralink's PRIME study, aimed at assessing the safety of their wireless brain-computer interface and surgical robot for patients with quadriplegia. This groundbreaking research explores direct thought control of external devices.
High Court Orders SIT Report Submission: Special Bench to Be Constituted
The Calcutta High Court has directed its chief justice to form a special bench for reviewing the SIT's report. This move aims to ensure thorough investigation and transparency in ongoing legal matters, enhancing the justice delivery process.
How Cancer Cells Adapt Their Migration: Insights from IISc Research
A recent study from IISc reveals how cancer cells change their migration patterns based on their surrounding microenvironment. Discover the intricate relationship between cell behavior and its surroundings in this groundbreaking research.
Understanding the MoU for Grant Aid to IMS: Key Insights on AIIMS Funding Model
Explore the essential Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that supports grants-in-aid to the Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS), following the funding pattern established for the new AIIMS under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana.
Comprehensive Health Coverage for Seniors Under Ayushman Bharat Scheme
Discover how the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana now extends health insurance coverage to all senior citizens aged 70 and above, ensuring access to vital healthcare services for India's elderly population.
CAQM Directs Punjab and Haryana to Address Mismatches in Environmental Cases
The CAQM has issued a directive to Punjab and Haryana to resolve discrepancies between imposed environmental compliance (EC) and filed FIRs under BNS, 2023. This review aims to streamline actions for improved environmental governance.
Strengthening Healthcare: Minister Reviews Medical Stores & Pharmacy Updates
Health Minister Damodar Raja Narasimha emphasizes the urgency in completing the establishment of 22 new central medicine stores. The review meeting focused on enhancing hospital pharmacies and food safety measures.
Manitoba Confirms Mpox Clade Ib: PHAC and Local Health Authorities Collaborate
Manitoba has confirmed a positive mpox clade Ib case, as notified by PHAC's National Microbiology Laboratory. Discover how public health authorities are addressing this issue effectively.
