Monthly Archives: June 2018
Modicare rates are not viable, pvt hospitals tell Govt
Earlier insurance companies too had expressed reservations about the premium amount
After insurance companies expressed reservations about the premium amount for Modicare, private hospitals have...
Indian smokeless tobacco items more likely to cause cancer
Study finds carcinogenicity of smokeless tobacco varies by region
Manufacturing practices and lack of regulation make smokeless tobacco (SLT) products manufactured in India more likely...
Virtual reality sessions can improve IVF success rate
Virtual reality sessions given before sedation during IVF treatment reduce anxietyVirtual reality sessions can improve pregnancy rates in women undergoing IVF treatment.
New research presented...
WHO report calls for urgent action on NCDs, mental health
The report of the high level commission says heads of State should take responsibility for the NCD agenda, rather than delegating it to ministers...
Heart disease patients live longer if active, not if thin
Study finds weight loss may be associated with higher mortality in patients who are normal weight at startWeight may be overrated as a measure...
Battling weight? Blame it on fat metabolism errors
Individuals who cannot metabolise fats may need more intensive lifestyle changes
Protracted weight gain can, may be a result of impaired fat metabolism.
A new study...
