Medibulletin Desk
A novel drug called tenapanor reduces serum phosphate level in hemodialysis patients
An investigational drug that blocks intestinal phosphate absorption may help reduce the dangerously high blood levels of phosphate. This is a condition commonly seen in patients with kidney...
During a video conferencing interaction with beneficiaries and store owners of Jan Ausadhi, Modi said prices there are 50-90% cheaper
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday interacted with the beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana and store owners of...
Study finds men who have high testosterone levels are more prone to blood clots and heart failure
Having a genetic predisposition to high testosterone levels could play a role in the development of major heart problems in men. These include...
Study says fast food is more unhealthy as it now has more calories, more sodium and larger portions
Despite the addition of some healthful menu items, fast food is even more unhealthy for you than it was 30 years ago.
An analysis of...
Working more than 55 hours a week associated with increased risk of depression in women
Working very long hours - more than 55 hours a week - is linked to a heightened risk of depression in women. An observational study...
The semi-identical twins are the first to be identified in the womb
Young Brisbane twins, a boy and a girl, have been identified as only the second set of semi-identical, or sesquizygotic, twins in the world. They are the first...
New analysis of patients requiring dialysis or kidney transplant shows men are far more likely than women to get kidney failure
Our kidneys filter out toxic waste from the blood and regulate the fluid balance in the body as well...
Study shows that following testicular cancer surgery, one dose of chemo or radiotherapy has no long term effect on sperm count
Men with early stage testicular cancer can safely receive one course of chemotherapy or radiotherapy after surgery. This does...
Study shows people allergic to peanuts can better prevent accidental exposure mishaps by eating peanuts regularly following immunotherapy
Eating peanuts regularly after oral (OIT) or sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) for peanut allergy may provide continued protection against accidental exposures to the allergen....
The action plan takes forward the commitment to eliminate viral hepatitis by 2030
In line with the Government of India’s deep commitment towards elimination of viral hepatitis, the “National Action Plan – Viral Hepatitis” was launched by Union Minister of...
