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Boost Covid vaccination rate, say health experts  

The latest variants—BA.2.86 and EG.5—have surfaced globally.While no such cases have yet been reported in India, health experts said caution shouldn’t be thrown to the winds.

published on : 19th September 2023
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WHO chief says Beijing should offer more info on origins of Covid-19: Report

“If we know [the origin], then we can prevent the next one. So it’s science,” he said. “It will not be morally correct if we don’t know what happened,” Tedros said.

published on : 17th September 2023
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Amulya Jeevan in Odisha lauded for helping people in need

Speaking on the occasion, DCP Prateek Singh recalled the efforts of Avinash Khemka in providing cooked and dry food to people and patients at the SCB Medical College and Hospital.

published on : 17th September 2023
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Nurses fired by Delhi hospital for demanding basic facilities to get compensation with interest

The tribunal said the management of Jamia Hamdard Hakeem Abdul Hameed Centenary (HAHC) hospital "clearly committed unfair labour practice by terminating their services".

published on : 16th September 2023
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Peng Shuai's condition still unknown, but WTA ends China boycott

One of those who don't agree with WTA is  Alize Cornet. She has said on her social media accounts she will not be heading to China this year.

published on : 16th September 2023
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SC asks Centre to consider extending PM Cares, other COVID-19 benefit schemes to all orphans

The SC bench asked ASG to seek instruction on whether schemes including the PM Cares fund meant for children orphaned during the pandemic can be extended to other orphaned children.

published on : 16th September 2023
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Fishing vessel will try to free cruise ship that ran aground with 206 people, two with Covid-19, off Greenland

Two people on board a cruise ship run aground in Greenland’s Alpefjord national park have Covid-19, The Guardian reported quoting an Australian passenger on board.

published on : 13th September 2023
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Scientists discover 28 new risk genes for COVID-19

The latest publication represents the second update and is expected to be the final part of the documentation.

published on : 12th September 2023
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UK brings forward winter top-up vaccines amid new COVID variant fears

While the variant, BA.2.86, has not been classified as a "variant of concern" by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), it is being monitored closely due to its proclivity to mutate.

published on : 11th September 2023
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First look of 'The Vaccine War' is here

The film also aims to honour the unwavering dedication of the fraternity of scientists and the medical community who tirelessly faced the unprecedented challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic.

published on : 11th September 2023
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Updated COVID shots are coming, part of a trio of vaccines to block fall viruses

The CDC urges a yearly flu shot for pretty much everyone ages 6 months and up. The best time is by the end of October.

published on : 9th September 2023
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World Physiotherapy Day: Government urged to establish more physiotherapy colleges in TN

Physiotherapy has become a pivotal branch in all medical fields and has been witnessing overwhelming demand post Covid-19 pandemic.  

published on : 8th September 2023
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India records 71 fresh COVID-19 cases, active cases stand at 494

The death toll has been recorded at 5,32,024.

published on : 7th September 2023
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Infant's eyes dramatically change colour after Covid treatment in Thailand: Study

Several rare adverse effects have been documented, including the bluish discolouration of the cornea, temporary visual blurring, and fluorescence of the ocular surface.

published on : 7th September 2023
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At ASEAN-India Summit, PM Modi calls for rules-based post-Covid world order

The prime minister described ASEAN as the epicentre of growth, saying it plays a crucial role in global development.

published on : 7th September 2023
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US President Biden tests negative for COVID-19; to travel to India for G20 Summit: White House 

The US President will travel to India on Thursday to attend the G20 Summit, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan told a press conference at the White House.

published on : 6th September 2023
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FLOTUS Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19, but US President Biden's results negative so far

Jill Biden will remain at the couple's home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for the time being, communications director Elizabeth Alexander said.

published on : 5th September 2023
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Adi Dravidar welfare in school education minister's constituency a picture of neglect

Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak, the school enrolment rate was over 500. Currently, only 170 students are enrolled. 

published on : 4th September 2023
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Three years on, suspension of Pullambadi-Chennai TNSTC bus services yet to be lifted

Before the pandemic, one bus used to ply daily from Chennai to Pullambadi and another on the opposite route. However, the service was suspended during the lockdown.

published on : 3rd September 2023
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Experts in UK urge people to stay alert to new Pirola Covid variant: Report 

A report quoting CNBC said that the Pirola variant coronavirus cases have been detected in Denmark, South Africa, the US, UK, and Israel.

published on : 31st August 2023
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