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FSSAI initiates legal action against Nestle India over infant nutrition products

FSSAI has sought clarifications from Nestle India on claims relating to ‘5HMOs’ and ‘Whey Protein’

Humerus: Root cause

Biotechnology and healthcare: where we are in India, and where we need to go

For India, biotechnology is a national opportunity - a key pillar of future growth. A strong biotech ecosystem improves healthcare access, reduces dependence on…

Prescription or not? At neighbourhood medical stores, consumers say rules are not always followed

Stem cell therapy for autism only in approved clinical trials: Centre

Stem cell interventions that have not been approved for routine clinical use, including those offered for autism, should not be provided as routine, standard…

CCTV proposed at medical stores for sale of prescription drugs

The move is aimed at strengthening oversight of the sale of prescription medicines and providing a mechanism to verify transactions in cases of suspected…

Polypharmacy: why taking multiple medicines needs close monitoring

Polypharmacy can be necessary for people with multiple chronic conditions, but regular medication reviews can help ensure that each medicine remains appropriate and safe

Why patient safety needs more than hospital checklists

Patient safety begins even before treatment: it encompasses the right diagnosis, accurate, timely care, safe hospital environments, protected data and an understanding from all…

Dengue spread neither unusual nor alarming this year: Tamil Nadu Directorate of Public Health

Every year, seasonal variations in dengue cases occur naturally during the monsoon due to changes in climatic conditions, the DPH said

Influenza, leptospirosis emerge as major killers this season in Keralam

As on September 15, the State has reported 10,244 cases of influenza and 109 deaths due to the infection. Confirmed leptospirosis deaths touch 100,…

Does Centre plan to regulate addictive features on social media: Delhi HC

The bench said it would hear the PIL seeking constitution of an expert committee to examine engagement-maximising and addiction-causing design features after three weeks

Climate change increases dengue risk in Keralam; cases may rise by 20% by 2040, says study

Study identifies rainfall, humidity and El Niño-Southern Oscillation as the key drivers of dengue transmission. Changes in atmospheric pressure, temperature and relative humidity during…