Five early signs of dementia to look for after 50, as per expert
Dementia is frequently mistaken for a memory issue, such as when an elderly person repeatedly asks the same questions or loses things. In reality, people with dementia may have changes in behaviour (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 5, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Faster wound healing: Expert tips and techniques
The skin serves as the body's largest protective barrier, safeguarding us from harm. When a wound occurs, it signifies a breach in this vital defense system. Proper wound care is crucial in such instances. Here, we look at the significance of wound care and offers insights into how individuals can contribute to their healing process effectively. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 5, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Medical device makers may get more time to secure licences
October 1 was the deadline for bringing ‘class C’ and ‘class D’ medical devices – indicating ‘moderate’ and ‘high’ risk – under CDSCO regulation as part of a government decision to make it mandatory for all imported and locally manufactured medical devices sold in the country to be certified by the drug regulator before they enter the market to ensure quality. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 4, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Insacog to meet as Covid cases rise in Europe
The network of laboratories in India set up to monitor genomic variations of the coronavirus will hold a meeting to review the situation and discuss the way forward as Covid-19 cases rise in several European countries. Although India has not seen a significant increase in cases, the need to remain vigilant and investigate further is still necessary. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 4, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Bessemer, IFC looking to sell 30% stake in dialysis chain NephroPlus
The US-based Bessemer Venture Partners (BVP) and the World Bank's lending arm International Finance Corporation (IFC) are exploring the sale of about 30% stake in NephroPlus, said multiple people aware of the development. Bessemer and IFC will exit fully by selling about 30% stake together. However, the largest shareholder, Investcorp, is yet to decide on offloading its stake, added sources. Bahrain-based Investcorp owns about 40% stake in NephroPlus. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 3, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Warburg Pincus buys into Brookfield's global BPO firm Everise
Headquartered in the US, with over 19,000 employees in eight markets, Everise provides customer service solutions to some of the world’s leading healthcare companies. As part of the transaction, Everstone Group, the Singapore-headquartered private equity firm will exit its investment in Everise, said the release. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 3, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Type 2 diabetes diagnosis at 30 may cut life expectancy by 14 years: Lancet study
Using data from US population it was estimated that, individuals with type 2 diabetes diagnosed at ages 30, 40, and 50 years died on average about 14, 10, and 6 years earlier, respectively, than individuals without the condition. These estimates were slightly higher in women (16, 11, and 7 years, respectively) than they were in men (14, 9, and 5 years, respectively), the researchers said. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 3, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Cancer doctor visit, diagnostic, medicine costs much higher than hospitalization: Study
A recent study conducted by the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGI) reveals that the cost of cancer treatment during outpatient visits is much higher than during hospitalization. The study surveyed 9,787 patients across seven cancer centers in India and found that diagnostics accounted for 36.4% of total expenditure, with medicines making up an additional 28%. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 3, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Easy diabetes-friendly snack ideas to manage blood sugar levels
Diabetes Snacks: While there isn't a widely recognized cure for diabetes, you can effectively control its symptoms through a balanced diet. Incorporating healthy snacks into your routine is also recognized as a way to prevent the risk of high blood sugar levels. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 3, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Malaria vaccine by Oxford & Serum Institute of India gets WHO recommendation
The University of Oxford and Serum Institute of India (SII) have developed a malaria vaccine, which has been recommended for use by the World Health Organization (WHO). The R21/Matrix-M vaccine can be produced at a large scale and low cost, making it accessible to countries with a high malaria burden. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 2, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
WHO expert panel recommends Oxford University-Serum Institute's anti-malaria vaccine
The R21/Matrix-M™ malaria vaccine is an easily deployable vaccine that can be manufactured at mass scale and modest cost, enabling as many as hundreds of millions of doses to be supplied to countries which are suffering a significant malaria burden. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 2, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Serum Institute CEO Adar Poonawalla expects malaria vaccine supply-demand mismatch to end in 2024
"We're expecting a final WHO approval in the coming months, after which we can roll it out," Poonawalla told Reuters in an interview, adding that the company had already produced more than 20 million doses of product in anticipation of the clearance. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 2, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Possession of e-cigarettes violation of law: Health Ministry
The possession of e-cigarettes and similar devices is a violation of the Prohibition of Electronic Cigarette Act (PECA) 2019, according to the Union Health Ministry in India. While the law does not explicitly mention the prohibition of individual use of e-cigarettes, it prohibits their production, manufacture, import, export, transport, sale, distribution, storage, and advertisement. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - October 2, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Novo Nordisk India head eyes 2026 launch for obesity drug Wegovy, warns against copycats
Novo Nordisk plans to bring its weight-loss drug, Wegovy, to India in 2026. The company aims to secure regulatory approvals and ensure sufficient supply before entering the Indian market, where obesity rates are high. Counterfeit versions of Wegovy are already being sold online, but Novo Nordisk urges patients not to buy them due to safety concerns. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - September 29, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Dengue causing blood pressure, heart rate changes
In India, dengue infection is spreading rapidly in Delhi, West Bengal, Maharashtra and Jharkhand. Mumbai has reported a significant upsurge in infections, recording 3,068 cases between June and September 25, a threefold increase from the previous year. (Source: The Economic Times)
Source: The Economic Times - September 28, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
