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Health Minister J P Nadda says India has strong framework to handle pandemics

India has proven under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi that we have got a very robust system to address the issue of any pandemic that comes, the minister said.

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University of Southampton innovates Virtual Reality Training for hearing impaired kids

The BEARS study explores whether Virtual Reality (VR) gaming can help young cochlear implant users improve spatial hearing and speech recognition in noisy environments. The trial provides immersive VR games to train auditory skills, led by UK researchers. If successful, this innovative approach could transform hearing rehabilitation, making it more engaging and effective for children with implants.

AIIMS doctor cautions against contaminated food and water amid rising GBS cases in Maharashtra

Government plans to introduce HPV vaccine into Universal Immunization Program with a one-time catch-up for girls aged 9-14 and routine vaccination for girls at age 9, aiming to combat cervical cancer.

Pune reports 100 cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome with 1 suspected death

The patient, initially admitted for cold, cough, and breathing issues, reportedly died from Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) according to preliminary reports.

Pune reports 22 suspected Guillain-Barré syndrome cases; samples under testing

According to doctors, Guillain-Barré syndrome is a rare condition that causes sudden numbness and muscle weakness, with symptoms like severe weakness in the limbs.

Study reveals exercise stimulates neuron growth, paving way for new therapies in nerve repair

The study by engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), published in Advanced Healthcare Materials, focuses on how physical activity may influence nerve cell regeneration, providing hope for future treatments for neurodegenerative illnesses and nerve injury.

Mystery illness claims sixth child in J&K, death toll reaches 17

The mystery illness continues to haunt Badhaal village in J&K’s Rajouri district. Following deaths in two families in December 2024, the Union Health Ministry sent experts, including Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) teams, to investigate the cause.