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COVID-19 vaccine for people above 60, comorbid people from March 1, 2021, free at government centres

Union Minister Prakash Javadekar on Wednesday said COVID-19 vaccines will be given for free at government centres from March 1, 2021, to senior citizens and those with health conditions, but private centres will charge for it.
COVID-19 Unlock: How to ensure students and teachers are safe amid schools reopening

COVID-19 vaccines are here, but what's next? It is still important to take proper precautions so that we can avoid further spread of coronavirus. Read on to know more.
Alert sounded in India: 2 COVID-19 variants found in Maharashtra, Kerala, T'gana, says Centre

Other than the UK, South African and Brazilian variants of COVID-19, India now has 2 new strains of the virus, confirms the Union Health Ministry.
As panic soars over COVID surge, Yogi Adityanath alerts people not to let their guard down

UP Yogi Adityanath has asked officials and people to keep a close watch on the COVID-19 situation aggravating in several states in the country.
Suffered depression: Virat Kohli opens up on mental health issues in cricket world
Dr Reddy's initiates process for EUA of Russian COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V in India

Pharma major Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd has announced that the process for Emergency Use Authorization of Russia's Sputnik V has been initiated.
Covid-19 on rise again in India: Here’s why you need to worry!

As per the Ministry's data, there are 1,39,542 active cases at present after 10,896 patients were discharged in a day. Till now, 1,06,67,741 persons have been discharged so far.
Indian study shows cardiac drug ‘Flecainide’ may help rheumatic heart disease patients, wins excellence award

India has a high burden of rheumatic heart disease often affecting young people in their prime and productive phase of life. Scientists at the Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) cardiology department have some good news for those afflicted with the disease.
Highly contagious COVID-19's UK variant found in Sri Lanka for 1st time

In late January, with the receipt of free vaccines from India, the health ministry launched a vaccination programme for the frontline health workers and the military.
Avian influenza: Fresh bird flu case reported in Delhi

Samples taken of bird droppings in the Delhi Zoo have been found positive for avian influenza virus, director of the zoo Ramesh Pandey said Tuesday.
'Undergoing treatment for COVID-19': Actor Suriya tests positive for coronavirus

The 45-year-old actor took to Twitter late Sunday evening to share his diagnosis and urged his fans to be cautious amid the pandemic.
COVID-19: India now 3rd topmost country to give highest doses of vaccine

Till February 7, 8 am, a total of 57.75 lakh beneficiaries have received the vaccine under the countrywide COVID-19 vaccination exercise.
Coronavirus: Indian government to release CoWIN version 2.0 soon

The app, being used by officials, currently contains data of millions of such healthcare and frontline workers who are being administered the vaccine first.
India soon to have 7 more COVID-19 vaccines: Health Ministry

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan recently announced that India is developing 7 more COVID-19 vaccines and working on immunizing every citizen of India.
‘Experts recommended against granting approval’: India on Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine withdrawal

The statement came after Pfizer said that it has decided to withdraw its application for emergency use authorisation of its COVID-19 vaccine in India.
Pfizer withdraws application for emergency use of its Covid-19 vaccine in India

Pfizer was the first pharmaceutical firm to seek an emergency use authorization from the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) for its COVID-19 vaccine in India.
‘Shocked’: IMA refutes centres data, says 744 doctors died due to Covid-19 in India

India recorded 12,703 fresh Covid-19 cases of the coronavirus disease (Covid-19). The total number of active cases in the country has fallen to 156,952.
Scientists find an easy and effective way to target mosquitoes that cause dengue and chikungunya

An international research team has developed a new device that can specially target Aedes aegypti mosquitos that spread dengue, chikungunya, and Zika.
PM Modi’s Aatmanirbhar scheme: A three-pronged holistic approach to health

The highlight of the 2021 Budget is the PM's Atmanirbhar scheme, which many say will change the healthcare landscape of the country for the better.
Polio immunization drive begins on Sunday: What you need to know

National polio immunization drive will begin in India on January 31, 2021. Here's what you need to know about the polio drive.

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