Monkeypox

Photo: CIDRAP

US Deems Outbreak Of Monkeypox As Public Health Emergency: Health Secretary

The United States announced Monkeypox a Public Health Emergency on August 4, indicating that the virus poses a considerable danger to Americans stated President Biden's health secretary, Xavier Becerra. The designation frees up emergency money and removes certain bureaucratic barriers. This action comes as US President Joe Biden and Becerra have been under… read-more

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 - 09:21 AM / by Vidhi Jhunjhunwala

Tags: USA, Monkeypox, public health emergency, Americans, RISK

Courtesy: ANI

Body Pain-Covid-19

Photo: Neurology Advisor

COVID-19 Associated With Higher Risk Of Neuropathy, Says Researcher

As per researchers, people who were infected with Covid-19 are likely to report pain, numbness, or tingling in their hands and feet in comparison to those who were tested negative against the virus. However, the findings of the study were published in the journal 'Pain'. "Several viral infections, such as HIV and shingles, are associated with peripheral neuropathy because viruses can damage nerves,'' stated a researcher from Washington… read-more

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 - 09:00 PM / by Shaloo Priya

Tags: Health, Lifestyle, Covid-19, RISK, Neuropathy

Courtesy: The Economic Times

Antibiotic-Colon Cancer

Photo: Daily Express

Antibiotics Likely To Put Young People At Greater Risk Of Developing Colon Cancer: Study

A study published in the British Journal of Cancer found that antibiotic use is associated with an increased risk of colon cancer in young people. In addition, the researchers analysed data of nearly 40,000 people. The risk of developing colon cancer was 9% greater in those who were 50 and above who used antibiotics. Notably, the researchers stated that antibiotics lead to colon tumor formation across all age groups.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 - 09:02 AM / by Shaloo Priya

Tags: Health, Lifestyle, Antibiotics, RISK, COLON CANCER