Researchers identify antibodies that may prevent and treat measles infections
The researchers had previously used an imaging technique called cryo-electron microscopy to capture the first-ever glimpses of how mouse antibodies bind to the measles virus. Those initial studies showed where…
Pharma giant Roche nets PathAI to bolster AI-driven diagnostics
The acquisition will enable Roche to strengthen its position in digital pathology, designed to transform workflows notably by enabling the creation of high-resolution images of tissue and improving diagnosis accuracy,…
RBSK 2.0 misses disability lens, experts flag gaps in flagship child screening programme
The programme continues with the “4Ds” framework—Defects at birth, Deficiencies, Diseases and Developmental delays—but does not explicitly include disability. The 124-page guideline document does not mention the term “disability”, raising…
Study describes blood test that might reveal one's illness trajectory, response to treatment
The testing method, called 'VeloCD', could predict whether children with acute fever were likely to recover or deteriorate, and whether healthy adults were likely to go on to develop flu…
Fatty liver disease may reduce body’s ability to use Vitamin D: PGI study
Published in Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications, a high-impact science journal grouped under ScienceDirect, the study noted that liver injury linked to diets high in fat and sugar may weaken…
NCDC and ICMR monitoring Maharashtra bird flu spread, "no human cases reported," confirms Dr Rajeev Bahl
In light of the outbreak, Dr. Rajeev Bahl, Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), asserted that the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and the ICMR…
US FDA issues recall of Boston Scientific heart devices
The recall does not require the devices to be removed from patients or pulled from sale. Instead, doctors are being told to update the devices' software during an in-person clinic…
WHO says now five confirmed cruise ship hantavirus cases
The World Health Organization said Thursday there were now five confirmed hantavirus cases from the Atlantic cruise ship outbreak, with three more suspected -- and warned further cases were possible.…
Digital platform launched to strengthen maternal, child healthcare services
Launched during the national summit on Innovation and Inclusivity Best Practices Shaping India's Health Future, JANANI (Journey of Antenatal, Natal and Neonatal Integrated Care) is a service-oriented digital platform designed…