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NEW DELHI: The incidence of cancer in India has gone up by 26%, from 84.8 per 1 lakh population in 1990 to 107.2 in 2023, according to a new study. Published in The Lancet, it shows deaths due to cancer increased by 21% during this period, despite advances in treatment. In comparison, both incidence and…
A new analysis projects a significant surge in cancer deaths, potentially reaching over 18 million by 2050, a 75% increase from 2024. The study highlights the disproportionate impact on low- and middle-income countries, emphasizing the urgent need for targeted funding and equitable cancer control policies. Cancer deaths are expected to rise to more than 18…
NEW DELHI: The monsoon devastation in Himachal Pradesh has claimed 427 lives between June 20 and September 20, according to the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA). Of these, 243 deaths were caused by rain-related incidents such as landslides, flash floods, drowning and lightning, while 184 fatalities occurred in road accidents during the same period. Public…
The state of Kerala is witnessing a huge surge in infections caused by Naegleria Fowleri, commonly referred to as “brain-eating amoeba”. So far, the state health minister told the state assembly on Wednesday, that confirmed cases are a total of 69 cases and 19 fatalities so far across the state, according to Reuters. Unlike anything…
GLP-1 weight loss drugs are emerging as a powerful solution for Americans struggling with obesity. Beyond helping people shed pounds, these medications may also improve overall health and extend life expectancy. Researchers project that GLP-1 drugs could reduce all-cause mortality by 6.4% in the U.S. by 2045. By controlling appetite, regulating blood sugar, and reducing…
