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Hypertension must be prioritised as public health emergency: Experts
New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) It is high time to count high blood pressure as a public health emergency in India, said experts here on the occasion of World Hypertension Day, observed annually on May 17.
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Apple introduces new accessibility tools for the disabled on iPhone, Watch
Cupertino (California), May 17 (IANS) In a bid to further provide users with disabilities new tools for navigation, health, communication, and more, Apple on Tuesday previewed innovative software features that combine the power of hardware,!-->…
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US FDA declines to authorise antidepressant fluvoxamine for Covid
New York, May 17 (IANS) The US Food and Drug Administration has declined to approve antidepressant fluvoxamine as a treatment for Covid-19 as data is insufficient to conclude its effectiveness against the virus.
Fluvoxamine has been a!-->…
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Assistive aids inaccessible to nearly 1 bn people with disabilities: Report
Geneva, May 17 (IANS) A whopping one billion children and adults in need of one or more assistive products, such as wheelchairs, hearing aids, or apps that support communication and cognition are denied access, according to a new report by!-->…
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Scientists move a step closer for cataract treatment with new drug
London, May 17 (IANS) A revolutionary new treatment for cataract has shown extremely positive results in laboratory tests, giving hope that the condition, which currently can only be cured with surgery, could soon be treated with drugs.!-->…
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Study finds why people with lung disease are more susceptible to Covid
Sydney, May 17 (IANS) Researchers have identified two enzymes that play a role in increasing people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) risk of developing severe Covid-19.
An inflammatory lung condition, COPD causes airway!-->…
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Is oestrogen behind women surviving from Covid more than men?
London, May 17 (IANS) Receiving hormone replacement therapy within six months of a recorded diagnosis of Covid-19 was associated with a reduction in mortality from the infectious disease among women, finds a study indicating the role of!-->…
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Israel cancels mandatory Covid-19 tests for inbound travellers
Jerusalem, May 17 (IANS) Foreign nationals flying to Israel will no longer be required to take a coronavirus test before boarding, the Israeli Health Ministry said.
Earlier this May, the Ministry on Monday allowed foreigners to choose!-->…
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