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109 Americans Infected With Oropouche Virus As Deadly Outbreak Spreads Across Americas

More than 12,000 confirmed cases of Oropouche virus disease have swept through 11 countries in the Americas during 2025, marking the largest outbreak in history—yet the mosquito-borne illness remains virtually unknown to most Americans despite over 100 U.S. travelers contracting the virus. The outbreak has already claimed at least five lives in Brazil and caused birth defects […]

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FDA approves Elamipretide for Barth Syndrome

FDA Approves Johns Hopkins-Backed Elamipretide for Barth Syndrome

In a groundbreaking development for rare genetic disorders, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted accelerated approval to Forzinity (elamipretide), the first-ever therapy approved to treat Barth syndrome—a progressive and ultra-rare mitochondrial disease primarily affecting young males. The approval marks a significant milestone for the rare disease community and offers new hope to

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Scientists Create Human Eggs from Skin Cells: India’s New Hope for Fertility

Scientists have achieved a remarkable milestone by creating human eggs from skin cells—a scientific feat that could redefine reproductive medicine and offer hope to millions of infertile couples worldwide. This development, while still far from clinical use, raises profound medical, ethical, and societal questions, particularly for a country like India where infertility rates and demand

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Royal Caribbean Cruise Hit by Norovirus Outbreak, Reminding India of Pune’s Rare GBS Crisis

A recent norovirus outbreak aboard Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas cruise ship has affected over 100 passengers and a crew member during a 13-day voyage from San Diego to Miami, once again spotlighting the global and local health threats posed by this highly contagious virus. This incident recalls India’s 2025 outbreak of Guillain-Barré Syndrome

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Every Story is Unique: Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2025 in India

In India, breast cancer is no longer a distant threat—it affects thousands of lives every year, cutting across age, region, and economic divides. This October, as the nation observes Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2025, the powerful message by WHO resonates louder than ever: “Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters.” This is not just about

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Trump’s $50M AI Pediatric Cancer Order Could shape India’s Fight Against Childhood Cancer

President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order allocating $50 million in federal grants to advance artificial intelligence (AI) research focused on childhood cancer. This initiative expands the National Cancer Institute’s Childhood Cancer Data Initiative (CCDI), initially launched in 2019 with a $500 million budget over 10 years. The funding aims to harness AI technologies

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UCLA’s Non-Invasive AI BCI Advances Patient Care, Challenges Neuralink’s Approach

In a major breakthrough for neurotechnology and patient care, UCLA researchers have unveiled a revolutionary non-invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) powered by artificial intelligence (AI). This wearable system dramatically improves the ability of both paralyzed and able-bodied individuals to control devices with their thoughts—without the need for risky brain surgery. The innovation is challenging the invasive

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 NHS warning on omeprazole: caution on 14‑day self‑use revives stewardship push for India

The NHS has reiterated advice to limit over‑the‑counter omeprazole to two weeks and to seek professional review if symptoms persist or worsen, a reminder that resonates across India where PPIs are among the most commonly used medicines and often continued without scheduled reassessment. What are Proton pump inhibitors Proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole work by

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Walmart Recalls Ready-to-Eat Pasta Meals Over Listeria Contamination: What Indian Consumers Should Know

Walmart, the global retail giant, has recently removed certain ready-to-eat pasta meals from its stores across the United States after federal health officials discovered a potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes—a dangerous bacterium that can cause serious foodborne illness. This recall follows a deadly listeria outbreak linked to similar products, raising concerns worldwide, including India where

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JD Vance’s “Follow your doctor” stance points to a practical path during trump’s Tylenol debate.

A clear takeaway: Beyond the Tylenol–autism debate, JD Vance’s simple advice—“follow your doctor”—is the quiet shift that may keep policy practical and prevent panic in India’s paracetamol market. What was widely reported Indian coverage highlighted President Trump’s claim linking Tylenol (paracetamol) use in pregnancy to autism and amplified strong pushback from clinicians and scientists who

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