There is no need to panic about Nipah Virus in Pondy: Dr Bhade
Jun 12, 2019, at 04:52 pm
Puducherry, Jun 12 (UNI) Jipmer Medical Superintendent Dr.Ashok Bhade on Wednesday said that there is no need to get panic about Nipah virus in Puducherry.
One-in-five suffers mental health condition in conflict zones, new UN figures reveal
Jun 12, 2019, at 09:55 am
New York, June 12 (IBNS): More than one-in-five people living in conflict-affected areas suffers from a mental illness, according to a new report based on UN figures, prompting the World Health Organization (WHO) to call for increased, sustained investment in mental health services in those zones.
UN health agency identifies 5-year-old Congolese boy as first confirmed case of Ebola in Uganda
Jun 12, 2019, at 09:49 am
New York, June 12 (IBNS): The World Health Organization (WHO) and Ministry of Health, confirmed on Tuesday the first case of the deadly Ebola virus in Uganda, stemming from the nearly year-long current outbreak in neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
Assam to start free Hemo-Dialysis in the state from June 14
Jun 11, 2019, at 09:48 pm
Guwahati, June 11 (IBNS): The Assam government will launch a free Hemo-Dialysis programme in the state on June 14.
Delhi continues to sizzle, light rain likely to bring respite in coming days
Jun 11, 2019, at 09:40 pm
New Delhi, Jun 11 (UNI): Delhi continued to reel from intense heat on Tuesday with maximum temperature recorded at 46.9 degrees Celsius in the ridge area, seven notches above the season's average.
Cyclonic Storm ‘VAYU’: Alert issued for Gujarat coast
Jun 11, 2019, at 04:57 pm
New Delhi, June 11 (IBNS): The Cyclonic Storm ‘Vayu’ over East central Arabian Sea moved further northwards with a speed of about 9 kmph in last six hours, slightly intensified further and lay centred on Tuesday, officials said.
Low pressure develops over Arabian Sea
Jun 10, 2019, at 10:17 am
Thiruvananthapuram, Jun 10 (UNI) A low pressure area has formed over southeast Arabian Sea, adjoining Lakshadweep area and east-central Arabian Sea, under the influence of the cyclonic circulation over Lakshadweep area and adjoining Southeast Arabian Sea, a statement from Meteorological department, here on Monday said.
Jun 09, 2019, at 03:30 pm
New York, June 9 (IBNS): Women are engaged in all aspects of interaction with our ocean, yet their voices are often missing at the decision-making level, the head of the United Nations cultural agency said on World Oceans Day, emphasizing that “we must ensure diversity and gender inclusiveness at all levels” to set a balanced course for humanity and foster innovative solutions for the ocean.
Nestlé India conducts cleanliness drives on World Oceans Day
Jun 08, 2019, at 09:38 pm
Kolkata, Jun 8 (IBNS): On the occasion of World Oceans Day, Nestlé volunteers worldwide participated in clean-up drives on Saturday.
514,000 residents affected as hail, floods hit east China
Jun 08, 2019, at 04:51 pm
Nanchang, June 8 (Xinhua/UNI) A total of 514,000 residents have been affected by strong winds, hail and rainstorm-triggered floods in east China's Jiangxi Province, with 45,000 relocated, local authorities said Saturday.
Monsoon hits Kerala after nearly a week's delay
Jun 08, 2019, at 03:44 pm
Thiruvananthapuram, June 8 (IBNS): Nearly after a week's delay, the much awaited Monsoon, which causes major rainfall in India, hit the Kerala coast on Saturday, officials said.
Vattikuti Foundation sets up Joint Replacement Surgeons Council of India
Jun 07, 2019, at 05:44 pm
Chennai, June 7 (IBNS): At a time when over 15 crore Indians face knee and hip joint problems and one in four needs urgent joint replacement surgeries, Detroit-based non-profit Vattikuti Foundation, has set up a knowledge-sharing body for surgeons specializing in the area.
Jun 07, 2019, at 05:19 pm
London, June 7 (IBNS): Concentrations of antibiotics found in some of the world’s rivers exceed ‘safe’ levels by up to 300 times, the first ever global study, led by YESI's Professor Alistair Boxall, has discovered.
More than one million sexually transmitted infections occur every day: WHO
Jun 07, 2019, at 09:52 am
New York, June 7 (IBNS): The global scale of sexually transmitted infections (STI) should be a “wake-up call” to governments, UN health experts said on Thursday, citing data showing that one in 25 people today have “at least one” curable STI, which occur at a rate of more than one million a day worldwide.
Take action on air pollution to save lives, and the planet, urges UN chief
Jun 07, 2019, at 09:33 am
New York, June 7 (IBNS): In a message to mark World Environment Day, celebrated on Wednesday, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has emphasized the link between worsening levels of air pollution and the climate crisis.
Rhythmic control of 'brain waves’ can boost memory: Study
Jun 06, 2019, at 09:32 pm
Birmingham, June 6 (IBNS): Controlling the frequency of ‘brain waves’ could help to improve people’s recall of memories and potentially provide a key to unlock conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new article.
Nipah virus: Six patients tested negative, says Kerala health minister
Jun 06, 2019, at 02:36 pm
Kochi, Jun 6 (UNI) Six patients who were under observation suspecting Nipah Virus at the Government Medical College here were tested negative, Kerala health minister K.K. Shailaja said on Thursday.
Karnataka on high alert following outbreak of Nipah virus in Kerala
Jun 06, 2019, at 12:31 pm
Bengaluru, June 6 (UNI): The Karnataka health department has sounded high alert in the state following the outbreak of the Nipah virus in the neighbouring Kerala state.
Hot morning in Delhi, min temp 28.6 deg C
Jun 06, 2019, at 10:59 am
New Delhi, Jun 6 (UNI): It was hot morning in Delhi on Thursday with minimum temperature settling at 28.6 degrees Celsius, a notch above the normal.
Workplace interventions may improve sleep habits and duration for employees: Study
Jun 05, 2019, at 05:38 pm
New York, June 5 (IBNS): Simple workplace interventions, like educating employees about the importance of sleep and providing behavioral sleep strategies, may produce beneficial results, according to a new review.
World Environment day observed at INA
Jun 05, 2019, at 05:16 pm
Kannur, Jun 5 (UNI) World Environment Day was observed at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala on Wednesday by planting 1,200 saplings at various locations within the academy campus.
Nipah Virus issue: Kerala CM to chair high-level meeting tomorrow
Jun 05, 2019, at 04:46 pm
Kochi, Jun 5 (UNI) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will convene a high-level meeting here on Thursday in the wake of Nipah outbreak in the State.
Jun 05, 2019, at 04:41 pm
New Delhi, June 5 (IBNS): The figures released by environment think tank CSE in its State of India's Environment (SoE) report on Wednesday said that air pollution kills an average of 8.5 out of every 10,000 children in India before they turn five.
Take action on air pollution to save lives, and the planet, urges UN chief
Jun 05, 2019, at 09:24 am
New York, June 5 (IBNS): In a message to mark World Environment Day, celebrated on Wednesday, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has emphasized the link between worsening levels of air pollution and the climate crisis.
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Nipah: Another 311 people under observation, condition of student improves
Jun 04, 2019, at 11:30 pm
Kochi, Jun 4 (UNI): The health condition of the 23-year-old college student who confirmed positive to the deadly Nipah virus is improving even as another 311 people are under medical observation in Kerala on Tuesday.
Nipah Virus case : Medical team from Delhi reaches Kochi
Jun 04, 2019, at 05:13 pm
Kochi, Jun 4 (UNI) A six-member medical team including doctors from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi reached here on Tuesday in the wake of Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala.
Yoga improves health in later life, study finds
Jun 04, 2019, at 04:47 pm
London, June 4 (IBNS): Older adults who practise yoga are more likely to be in better mental and physical shape, research suggests.
Japanese government plans to ban free plastic bags amid efforts to reduce waste - Reports
Jun 04, 2019, at 10:05 am
Moscow, June 3 (Sputnik/UNI) The Japanese Environment Ministry is seeking to establish a law that would ban stores from offering free plastic bags amid plans to encourage recycling and reduce plastic waste, local media reported on Monday citing Environment Minister Yoshiaki Harada.
Antidepressants and opioids double the risk of falls and fractures in older people: Study
Jun 04, 2019, at 09:50 am
Sydney, June 4 (IBNS): Taking antidepressants or opioids more than doubles the risk of a fall and hip fracture in older people, according to a paper published today in Australian Prescriber.
‘Bicycle Kingdom’ makes a comeback, as China seeks solutions to tackle air pollution crisis
Jun 04, 2019, at 09:44 am
New York, June 4 (IBNS): Cars have replaced bicycles as the primary means of transport in many Chinese cities but, with air pollution a major problem for the country, the bike is making a comeback, thanks to digital technology, and some 21st Century thinking.