Author: Shreya Giri
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released updated guidelines for tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis in its third edition of the “Consolidated guidelines on tuberculosis. Module 3: Diagnosis- Rapid diagnostics for tuberculosis detection.” These guidelines include recommendations on utilizing targeted next-generation sequencing (NGS) tests for diagnosing drug-resistant TB. NGS tests provide a cutting-edge method for swiftly identifying […]
Every year, a significant number of people (several lakhs) are diagnosed with TB. Despite being detectable through chest X-rays and treatable with affordable medication, there is a shortage of skilled radiologists and medical equipment in many areas. This shortage is particularly acute in rural regions, where even basic healthcare facilities are limited. As a result, […]
Intermittent fasting, popular in India and beyond, may not be as beneficial as once thought. A recent study presented in Chicago suggests that it can actually increase the risk of death from heart attack or stroke in the long run. The study, conducted by researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University in China, analyzed dietary data […]
