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LDCs support request made by India, South Africa for waiving COVID vaccine-related IPR

PTI India and South Africa have called for the WTO to suspend Intellectual Property Rights related to COVID-19 for a limited period of time

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Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic “a long way from over”, says WHO chief

PTI He voiced concern that confusion, complacency and inconsistency in public health measures.

More than 6.8 million doses of the J&J vaccine have been administered in the U.S. (Illustrative image)

Coronavirus U.S. recommends ‘pause’ for Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine over clot reports

AP U.S. federal distribution channels, including mass vaccination sites, will pause the use of the Johnson & Johnson shot, and states and other providers are expected to follow

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Vardhan launches initiative to spread awareness about nutrition

Ramping production of Remdesivir to meet demand: Pharma firms

LDCs support request made by India, South Africa for waiving COVID vaccine-related IPR

WHO urges halt on sale of live wild mammals in markets

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U.S. recommends ‘pause’ for Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine over clot reports

DCGI nod paves way for Sputnik V vaccine import: Dr. Reddy’s

Sputnik V will join Covishield and Covaxin that were approved and used since India launched what arguably is one of the largest inoculation programmes globally in January

COVID-19 pandemic a long way from over, says WHO chief

He voiced concern that confusion, complacency and inconsistency in public health measures.

Everything you ever wanted to know about whey protein

Do you really need whey protein to build muscle? Experts weigh in

NCB arrests four, seizes 34 consignments of psychotropic drugs during raids

These were to be dispatched to U.S., European nations

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Expert panel approves Russia's Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine in India

If approved, Sputnik V will be the third COVID-19 vaccine to be available in India

8 self-help guides by professionals on leading a healthy life

Experiential self-help guides by professionals, for you to lead healthy and better lives

Coronavirus | India’s COVID-19 active cases breach 11-lakh mark for first time

Death toll increased to 1,69,275 with 839 daily new fatalities, the highest since October 18, 2020, the Health Ministry data updated at 8 a.m. showed

The Hindu Explains | Why are several States running low on vaccines as COVID-19 cases rise?

What is behind the alarming shortfall being faced by several States, and how long is it likely to last?

Coronavirus | Protection against COVID-19 reinfection may last only for months

Study finds that 20-30% of those who had COVID-19 had poor neutralising activity against the virus after six months

Coronavirus | WHO rejects SII proposal to extend Covishield shelf life from 6 to 9 months

The move comes even as India's drug regulator has extended Covishield's shelf life from six to nine months from its manufacturing date

Wellbeing Quiz | Medicines matter

Take this quiz on various forms of medicines

Coronavirus | India leads globally with average of more than 34 lakh vaccine doses given per day

Eight states — Maharashtra, Rajastha, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh and Kerala — account for 60% of the total doses

Don’t give Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine to under-30s: U.K.

Britain should not giveOxford/AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine to under 30s wherepossible, Britain's Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation

Coronavirus | Government asks drug makers to ramp up remdesivir production to full capacity

Remdesivir is considered as a key antiviral drug in the fight against COVID-19, especially in adult patients with severe complications

Coimbatore-based We Little launches sleep passport booklet

A booklet by Coimbatore-based paediatric dentistry team We Little throws light on the mouth-sleep connection

Using deep learning algorithm to spot skin cancer

The researchers tested the system against visually classified lesions by dermatologists and found that it achieved over 90% sensitivity in distinguishing SPLs from nonsuspicious lesions, skin, and complex backgrounds.

FDA approves first new ADHD drug in over a decade for children

Experts say the drug, Qelbree, may appeal to parents who don't want to give their child stimulants.

Indian Medical Association demands free COVID-19 vaccination for all

In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, it says ‘limited period continuous lockdown shall be implemented especially for all the non-essential areas like cinema, cultural and religious events, sports, etc.’

India records highest single-day vaccination coverage

Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh and Kerala account for 60% of the cumulative vaccine doses given till now.

Coronavirus updates | Chhattisgarh Health Minister flags erratic vaccine supply

IMA urges PM Modi to open COVID-19 vaccination for all above 18 years; India records highest single-day vaccination coverage

COVID-19 | India's daily case count highest in the world

The last time India had the maximum numbers was during the first wave in September

Sunshine, healthy food, and exercise help this writer tackle dysthymia

A description of dysthymia and what this writer does, to keep the shadows behind her

Panacea Biotec to make 100 m doses of Sputnik V vaccine

RDIF now has production pacts with five Indian firms

Coronavirus | India records over one lakh new COVID-19 cases in single day for first time

The single-day rise in cases surpassed the earlier peak of 97,894 infections reported on September 17, 2020

Calling all medical students: Here’s how Fortnite and Zelda can up your surgical game

Scalpel? Check. Gaming console? Check. This study from a Canadian university claims video games can be a new tool on surgical tray for medical students

Coronavirus | Eight States account for over 80% of new COVID-19 cases

Maharashtra has reported the highest daily new cases at 49,447. This is followed by Chhattisgarh with 5,818 cases while Karnataka reported 4,373 new cases

‘India will add four million more cases by May 1’, says Public Health Foundation of India epidemiologist

When the surge in cases is rapid, more persons with severe disease might require critical care at the same time, resulting in a shortage of beds

Wellbeing quiz | All about Ebola

Ebola is back to haunt West Africa, since an outbreak ended in 2016.

How a group of 20 people from diverse backgrounds created an affordable, world-class ventilator during the lockdown

In their book, Srikant Sastri and Amitabha Bandyopadhyay describe how the Nocca Robotics team created the lifesaving ventilator in just 90 days

Coronavirus | India records 89,129 COVID-19 cases, 714 fatalities in a day, highest in over six months

Eight States see steep rise in daily numbers: Health Ministry

Coronavirus updates | April 3, 2021

Delhi Capitals player Axar Patel tests positive for COVID-19; Tokyo-bound archers' second dose of vaccine next week

Coronavirus | Sputnik V vaccine yet to receive SEC approval for emergency use

The Subject Expert Committee has sought additional data.

Coronavirus | Second surge puts children, younger adults at high risk, say experts

Multiple super spreader events happening in schools, colleges, offices, public transport.

Coronavirus | Covaxin for those who got placebo

Subject Expert Committee allows Bharat Biotech to unblind trial participants aged above 45.

Data | India's COVID-19 vaccination pace slows down, July target remains elusive

The decline was primarily due to fewer inoculations in the last few days of March in several major States such as Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Odisha and Maharashtra

Coronavirus | More than 6.43 crore vaccines administered till now: Health Ministry

It directs effective implementation of “Test, Track and Treat” strategy

Coronavirus | Mortality, positivity rate rising in south India

Kerala adds 26 deaths; Hyderabad cases equal Telangana’s early March peak; cases soar in Karnataka

Coronavirus | Expert committee to rule on Sputnik V on April 1

If approved, Sputnik will join Covaxin and Covishield in the COVID-19 immunisation programme

Coronavirus | E.U. drug watchdog says no clot risk factor yet linked to AstraZeneca vaccine

The EMA's statement comes after several countries including Canada, Germany, France and Spain limited use of the drugmaker's shot.

Coronavirus | Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine protects younger teens

Pfizer aims to seek approval from U.S and European regulators to allow emergency use of the shots starting at age 12.

Coronavirus | After Covishield, India’s Covaxin supply to Brazil hits roadblock

Brazil’s health regulatory agency has decided not to clear Covaxin for use at present

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