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Covid-19 claims one life in Thane even as city records eight new cases

Covid-19 claims one life in Thane even as city records eight new cases

The patient had a history of severe diabetes and passed away due to complications linked to comorbidities at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Hospital in Kalwa. TMC has urged residents not to panic

24 May,2025 06:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Akhliesh urges government to act swiftly after spur in Covid-19 cases reported

Akhliesh urges government to act swiftly after spur in Covid-19 cases reported

In a recent tweet, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav expressed concerns about the government's preparedness to tackle the recent spur in Covid-19 cases

21 May,2025 03:06 PM IST | Lucknow | ANI
Can unchecked irregular periods lead to serious health issues for women?

Can unchecked irregular periods lead to serious health issues for women?

Mumbai health expert says irregular periods shouldn't be ignored by women. While one may take it for granted, not checking the reasons can lead to serious health problems

30 April,2025 11:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Younger people increasingly prescribed antibiotics without proper assessment

Younger people increasingly prescribed antibiotics without proper assessment

The study, led by epidemiologists at the University of Manchester, UK, showed that doctors are prescribing antibiotics for tens of thousands of patients with infections, with little or no consideration of prognosis and the risk of the infection worsening

04 April,2025 06:44 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Ultra-processed vegan meat, soy milk may help lose weight: Study

Ultra-processed vegan meat, soy milk may help lose weight: Study

The findings, published in the journal Nutrition & Metabolism, showed that participants in the vegan group decreased consumption of animal products and increased plant-based foods. This led to an average weight loss of 5.9 kilograms, compared to an insignificant change in the control group

16 March,2025 10:17 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
53 pct Indians experience sleep disorders without consistent bedtime routine

53 pct Indians experience sleep disorders without consistent bedtime routine

The study further infers that adults actively follow bedtime routines—with 54 per cent of respondents having seen a noticeable improvement in sleep when following a regular sleep routine

14 March,2025 10:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
World Kidney Day: Crucial to raise awareness on early detection, says JP Nadda

World Kidney Day: Crucial to raise awareness on early detection, says JP Nadda

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a progressive condition where the kidneys gradually lose their ability to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood

14 March,2025 09:23 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Here are 5 kitchen ingredients to solve skin woes post Holi

Here are 5 kitchen ingredients to solve skin woes post Holi

Here are 5 kitchen ingredients that would do wonders to your skin post-Holi for healthy skincare

30 January,2025 03:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
HMPV outbreak in China: Rate of infections declining, says official

HMPV outbreak in China: Rate of infections declining, says official

HMPV, which belongs to the same family as the respiratory syncytial virus, causes flu or cold-like symptoms including fever, cough and nasal congestion

12 January,2025 05:54 PM IST | Beijing | AP
IIT Kanpur develops unique robotic hand exoskeleton for stroke rehabilitation

IIT Kanpur develops unique robotic hand exoskeleton for stroke rehabilitation

The surgeries were performed remotely by Dr. Sudhir Srivastava from Gurugram to Manipal Hospital Jaipur, using the SSI Mantra 3 Surgical Robotic System

11 January,2025 05:18 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS

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