Phase-3 clinical trial enrolment for India’s first dengue vaccine to be completed by October: ICMR

The results of the Phase-1/2 trial has shown no safety concerns for the one-shot vaccine, NIE Director Dr Manoj Murhekar said.

ICMR says Indians taking too much salt, launches study to address issue

The scientists have initiated a community-led salt reduction study to address the issue and are focusing on low sodium salt substitutes.

Planned C-sections may raise leukaemia risk in children: Study

Lack of exposure to vaginal bacteria during birth may be a key factor, researchers say

Could health tracking apps make you sicker?

Constant monitoring of fitness and body metrics through health tracking apps may lead to 'cyberchondria' and anxiety, warn health experts

Delhi hospital performs world’s first robotic-assisted cementless medial pivot knee replacement

The procedure offers faster recovery and better bone integration, say doctors at Max Saket

Toxic fungus from King Tutankhamun’s tomb yields cancer-fighting compounds: study

Aspergillus flavus is a common mould found in soil, decaying vegetation and stored grains.

No linkages between Covid vaccine and heart-related deaths: Govt

Siddaramaiah had on Tuesday said "hasty approval and distribution" of the Covid vaccine to the public could also be a reason for these deaths.

Doctors’ Day: Balancing care and compassion in the age of AI

As AI and machine learning challenge the prevalent norms in health care, doctors say it's vital to realise that nothing can replace the human touch