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WHO warns of growing Ebola outbreak in DR Congo as cases spread to Uganda

More than 530 infections and 90 deaths have been reported across the two countries, prompting intensified surveillance, response efforts, and a continent-wide preparedness plan.

National Family Health Survey

India sees steep jump in obesity, diabetes: NFHS-6 survey

Report reveals sharp rise in overweight adults and high blood sugar levels since 2019, even as child stunting declines across the country.

Ebola is spreading again — and the world is on alert

Ebola is back in global headlines after fresh outbreaks in parts of Africa pushed governments to revive airport screening, travel advisories and emergency surveillance measures.

Govt says injectable beauty products cannot be sold as cosmetics amid rise in aesthetic procedures

The CDSCO has clarified that cosmetic products cannot be administered through injections or used for treatment purposes, as India witnesses a sharp rise in aesthetic procedures such as skin boosters, anti-ageing shots and glutathione drips.

What is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)? The condition linked to Prateek Yadav’s sudden death

The death of Mulayam Singh Yadav's son Prateek Yadav due to pulmonary thromboembolism has drawn attention to Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), a potentially dangerous condition in which blood clots form in deep veins and can travel to the lungs if left untreated.

Alzheimer’s patients

India launches first Alzheimer’s therapy at ₹91,688 per dose

Eli Lilly recently introduced India’s first Alzheimer’s drug, but its nearly ₹1 lakh per dose cost may keep it out of reach for most patients.

WHO

WHO tracks 88 fliers after Hantavirus deaths linked to cruise evacuation

Contact tracing begins as rare virus kills 3, raises exposure fears on international flight.