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Scientists race to understand new Covid variant detected in four countries

August 20, 2023 Editor

A new, highly mutated, lineage of the Covid-19 virus – BA.2.86 has been detected by public health authorities in some countries, sparking concerns of a renewed surge in infections. Since late July, one case each of BA.2.86 has been confirmed in the United States, the United Kingdom, Israel, and three cases in Denmark. Scientists are closely monitoring the emergence of this new mutation BA.2.86, primarily because it has 36 mutations that distinguish it from the currently-dominant XBB.1.5 variant. While, at present, there is no evidence if this version spreads faster…

SMHS De-addiction Centre sees 75% Increase in Patient Traffic in One Year

August 18, 2023August 18, 2023 Editor

At SMHS, One patient walks into de-addiction centre every 12 minutes: Report The number of patients visiting OPDs in the Valley’s largest District De-addiction Centre in SMHS Hospital, Srinagar, jumped 75% to 41,110 in the year-ending March 2023, Indian Express reported. This means that one patient walked into the OPD every 12 minutes. As per the report, in the previous financial year, over 21,000 follow-up patients and 2,000 new patients had turned up at the DDC while in ’22, the number of new users has gone past 3000 and follow-up patients…

J&K HIV Cases Soar to 6,158 in First 6 Months of 2023, Experts Warn of Worsening Crisis

August 18, 2023August 18, 2023 Editor

The cases of HIV AIDS are increasing with each passing year in Jammu & Kashmir as 6,158 patients have tested positive in the union territory till June 2023. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that so far 1,400 HIV-positive patients have died while 3,478 patients are living on Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART). He said 547 patients have left follow-up. He said that 5,060 cases of HIV have been reported at GMC Jammu and among them, 1,228 have died, 503 have left follow-up and 2718 are living on ART.…

Seven Habits for Better Sleep: Improve Your Sleep Quality and Wake Up Feeling Refreshed

August 9, 2023 Editor

Sleep is an important yet one of the most ignored aspects of our life. Sleep can play an important role in our overall health as even when we are asleep, our body is at work and performs important functions to maintain brain health and also physical health. After a good night’s rest, you may notice improvement in your health when suffering from an infection or your mind can clear up after a stressful day. While you do not remember what happens when you are in the dream land or deep…

WHO confirms new case of MERS-CoV in Abu Dhabi

July 25, 2023 Editor

The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Monday night confirmed a case of the potentially fatal Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) in Abu Dhabi. According to the UN body, a 28-year-old man tested positive for the virus after he was admitted to a hospital last month in Al Ain city. The health officials have checked 108 people with whom the man was in contact with but no secondary infections had turned up so far, reported news agency Reuters citing WHO. The current condition of the infected man is still awaited.…

Measles, Mumps cases reported in Kashmir, Health officials on alert

July 21, 2023 Editor

Over the past few months, the health authorities in Kashmir have spotted small clusters of mumps and measles among children in Kashmir. While the department says adequate measures were being taken to contain the infections, doctors have a word of advice: Keep the children away from other children if they have fever. Earlier this week, two schools in Srinagar reported 40 cases of mumps. In one school with an enrollment of 42, 13 cases of mumps were confirmed. In the other school, which had an enrollment of 52, 27 children were…

Nourish Your Immunity: Discover 4 Superfoods to Include in Your Rainy Season Diet

July 17, 2023 Editor

Gut health can take a beating in monsoon if one is not prudent with their diet choices. High humidity levels during the season, unhealthy surroundings and contaminated water due to sewage overflow and microbial growth can make one susceptible to several stomach infections, cholera, typhoid, diarrhoea among other illnesses. Vector-borne diseases too are common during this season from dengue, malaria, to chikungunya. A robust immunity can fight most of the infections. While taking other precautions during monsoon like boiling your water, washing your veggies thoroughly to cleaning your hands at…

5 Signs of diabetes that you may experience in the morning

July 5, 2023 Editor

Did you know all of us experience spike in blood sugar levels although we may not know about it as healthy insulin levels in the body make the necessary adjustments? This happens because our liver releases blood sugar to prepare our body for the day and make it more active. This is the reason people with diabetes may experience high glucose levels in the morning and may wake up with dry mouth and throat, full bladder (even after frequently peeing throughout the night), blurry vision, weakness, hunger among others. (Also…

Combat Premature Graying of Hair with these Superfoods

July 5, 2023 Editor

By: Javid Amin Premature graying of hair can be a distressing experience for many individuals. While it is a natural part of the aging process, factors such as stress, genetics, and nutritional deficiencies can contribute to the early onset of gray hair. Embracing a healthy diet enriched with superfoods can provide essential nutrients that support hair health and potentially delay the graying process. In this article, we will explore a selection of superfoods known for their hair-nourishing properties and their potential to prevent premature graying. Spinach, Chickpeas, Oranges: Folic acid…

Harness the Power of Ayurvedic Herbs: 5 Essential Dietary Additions to Safeguard Against Monsoon Diseases

July 5, 2023 Editor

The arrival of the monsoon brings relief from the scorching heat but also increases the risk of various diseases. To bolster your immune system and stay healthy during this season, Ayurveda recommends the inclusion of certain powerful herbs in your diet. Here are five Ayurvedic herbs known for their disease-preventive properties that you can incorporate into your daily routine this monsoon: Tulsi (Holy Basil): Tulsi is a revered herb in Ayurveda due to its exceptional medicinal properties. It possesses strong antibacterial, antiviral, and immunomodulatory qualities. Consuming Tulsi leaves or its…