Updates
Vulnerable Road Users Account for 66% of Traffic Deaths in Southeast Asia: WHO Report
A WHO report reveals that 66% of road traffic deaths in Southeast Asia involve pedestrians, cyclists, and two-wheeler riders, highlighting the urgent need for improved road safety measures in the region.
Delhi HC Directs AIIMS to Oversee Hospital Reforms Amid Health Department Turmoil
The Delhi High Court has tasked the AIIMS director with implementing crucial reforms in Delhi government hospitals, amid ongoing conflicts within the city's health department.
Blood Test Predicts Long-Term Heart Disease Risk in Women
A new study reveals that measuring specific fats and inflammation in blood samples can predict a woman's risk of heart disease over the next 30 years, offering a powerful tool for early detection and prevention.
Delhi Doctors Successfully Remove Brain Tumor via Nasal Passage
Doctors at Ujala Cygnus Hospital in Delhi successfully removed a complex brain tumor from a 62-year-old patient through a minimally invasive transnasal approach, significantly restoring his vision.
India Hosts 15th World Conference on Injury Prevention
India will host the 15th World Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion, "Safety 2024," from September 2 to 4, focusing on global initiatives in road safety, drowning prevention, and violence reduction.
Global Effort to Develop Mpox Vaccines Intensifies
As Mpox spreads globally, scientists and health organizations collaborate to develop effective vaccines, focusing on transparency, early detection, and public health readiness.
Google Unveils AI for Early Disease Detection via Sound
Google's new AI system, developed under the HeAR project, can detect diseases like tuberculosis through sound analysis, offering a groundbreaking healthcare solution for underserved regions.
UNICEF Issues Emergency Tender for Mpox Vaccines
UNICEF, in partnership with WHO, Africa CDC, and Gavi, has issued an emergency tender to secure mpox vaccines for crisis-hit countries, aiming to ensure rapid access to 12 million doses by 2025.
IMA Demands Central Law to Protect Doctors
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has once again called for a central law to protect doctors from violence, urging the government to declare hospitals as safe zones.
WHO Calls for Protection of Polio Vaccination Teams in Gaza
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus appeals for the safety of health workers and children during the upcoming polio vaccination campaign in Gaza amidst escalating violence.
Interim Report on Covid-19 Irregularities Submitted
A commission led by retired judge John Michael Cunha submitted its interim report on Covid-19 management irregularities during the previous BJP regime in Karnataka, highlighting issues in procurement and resource allocation.
WHO Urges Rapid Access to Mpox Diagnostic Tests
The WHO is accelerating access to mpox diagnostic tests, calling on manufacturers for emergency review submissions as the global demand for accurate testing surges.