Scientists turn body fat into bone to heal spinal fractures: Study
In animal studies, the treatment successfully healed spinal injuries in rats that mimic osteoporosis-related fractures seen in humans. Because these cells are easy to collect, even from older adults, and…
NCBS study links lipid imbalance to brain disorder in Lowe Syndrome patients
The study marks the first time in India that scientists have developed a model system to study LS at the cellular level and design potential personalised therapies. The work was…
Delhi HC refuses to allow firm to sell existing beverages stock with ORS labelling
A bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela said the allegation was not that this product is harmful, but it is a case of misbranding…
US bishops officially ban gender-affirming care at Catholic hospitals
Most Catholic health care institutions have taken a conservative approach and not offered gender-affirming care, which may involve hormonal, psychological and surgical treatments. The new directives will formalize that mandate.…
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital attended only 9-10% EWS OPD patients in 5 yrs: Delhi govt to SC
The Delhi government in its affidavit said, "The hospital was obliged to look after the EWS patients to the extent of 40 per cent outpatients and 33 per cent inpatients.…
One in two people tested in India show high blood sugar levels: Report
The study also notes a gender gap, 51.9 per cent of men and 45.43 per cent of women tested had high blood sugar. Men tend to develop diabetes earlier, while…
The science of weight loss – and why your brain is wired to keep you fat
Over time, the human body became remarkably good at guarding its energy reserves through complex biological defences wired into the brain. But in a world where food is everywhere and…
As obesity and chronic diseases rise, AI poised to revolutionise healthcare delivery: Dr Naresh Trehan
While speaking at the Health Summit, Dr Naresh Trehan, Chairman, CII Steering Group on Health & Healthcare Council and CMD, Medanta - The Medicity, said, "Providing quality healthcare to all…
Delhi HC restrains Patanjali from airing ‘Dhoka’ Chyawanprash ad after Dabur’s plea
The order came on a plea filed by Dabur India Limited alleging that the commercial disparaged its popular Dabur Chyawanprash and the entire category of similar Ayurvedic formulations.