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Does your child have Krabbe disease? An effective treatment may be here soon

Krabbe disease is an inherited condition that has no cure and can kill children before their second birthday. Read on to know more.
Cancer killed nearly 6000 people in Maharashtra last year: 7 most common types you should be aware of

A total of 11,306 cancer cases were registered in Maharashtra alone in 2019.
Heart attacks during pregnancy: The cases are rising, but why?

Heart attacks occur when blood flow to part of the heart muscle is reduced due to a blood vessel blockage.
World Cancer Day 2020: Researchers say cancer cases will double every 20 years in India

As the life expectancy of Indians increases, more cancers will occur - say researchers.
Finally, a 'breakthrough' in vaping lung injury probe in US

The investigation into the mysterious lung illness linked to e-cigarette use in the US has led to the identification of a potential culprit by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Men with breast cancer face high mortality rates: Study

Breast cancer is likely to claim more male victims than females. According to a new study, men with this disease have lower survival rates.
Do you have an itch that doesn’t go away? It may be cancer

Cancer is one disease that may strike when you least expect it. Read on to know some of the common signs associated with this disease that is often ignored due to lack of awareness.
Priyanka Chopra’s 'The Sky Is Pink' is about pulmonary fibrosis: Know about this condition

The much-awaited family drama, starring Priyanka Chopra, Farhan Akhtar and Zaira Wasim, deals with the sensitive issue of pulmonary fibrosis and how it affects relationships. Read on to know more about this disorder.
WHO suggested ways to prevent or control dengue fever
Chilli compound may slow lung cancer progression

A new study presented during the 2019 Experimental Biology meeting in Florida has revealed that a compound that is responsible for chilli's heat could help may slow the spread of lung cancer.
Sonam Kapoor to raise funds for cancer survivors

In a bid to raise funds for cancer survivors, Sonam Kapoor is all set to walk in Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla's fashion show.
New research identifies gene responsible for spreading prostate cancer

A new study published in the journal Nature Communications had found that a specific gene in cancerous prostate tumours indicates when patients are at high-risk for the cancer to spread.
Delhi reports 551 dengue cases so far in November

As per the latest report, 2,146 people have been diagnosed with the vector-borne disease in Delhi so far this year. However, the number is less than last year's, which was 4,375.
Delhi: 285 dengue cases recorded in a week

As many as 1,595 people have been diagnosed with the vector-borne disease in Delhi so far, the report stated. However, compared to last year the number is less.
Mumbai: Monsoon diseases killed 23 this year

Though the monsoon season has ended, it has given a tough time to Mumbaikars. You will be shocked to know that monsoon diseases have claimed 23 lives in the city.
Light drinking also increases the risk of death, warns study

A new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis found that consuming one to two drinks four or more times per week increases the risk of premature death by 20 percent, compared with drinking three times a week or less.
1 in 20 annual deaths in the world is due to alcohol abuse, says WHO report

Here is why you should stay away from excessive consumption of alcohol. Alcohol abuse results in 1 out of 20 annual deaths, worldwide, reveals a World Health Organisation (WHO) report.
Goa Chief Minister Parrikar admitted at AIIMS Delhi

Manohar Parrikar, who is suffering from advanced pancreatic cancer, was on Saturday admitted at the All India Institute for Medical Sciences (AIIMS) for further treatment and examination.
Fourth case: Woman from North Kolkata dies of dengue

The name of the woman was Krishna Hazra, she was a housewife. Over the past few days, the woman was suffering from a fever.
11-year-old boy dies of dengue in Kolkata

The boy named Aarush Dutta was admitted to the hospital the same day. The cause of death was mentioned as "severe dengue fever with haemorrhage" in his death certificate.