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Argentina Hantavirus Cases Nearly Double

By BPN News Desk
Argentina has reported a sharp rise in hantavirus infections, with cases nearly doubling over the past year amid growing concern over climate-linked changes in rodent populations. The increase comes as global attention remains focused on a separate cruise ship outbreak connected to travel from South America. Argentina Hantavirus Cases Rise Sharply Health data from
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Hantavirus Cases To Be Evacuated From Ship

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Two seriously ill crew members from the MV Hondius cruise ship will be evacuated for urgent medical care after a suspected hantavirus outbreak linked to three deaths triggered an international health response. Hantavirus Outbreak On Cruise Ship The MV Hondius has been under medical scrutiny after suspected hantavirus infections were linked to the deaths of […]
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Government Tightens Watch On GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs

By BPN News Desk
The government has tightened monitoring of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs amid concerns over unauthorised sales and misleading promotion, as these medicines gain wider visibility in India. The move comes amid growing worry that such drugs are being sold or marketed without proper medical oversight. Govt Tightens Watch On GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs Authorities have stepped up
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Delhi Man Critical After Taking HIV Drugs on AI Advice

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45-year-old man from Delhi is in critical condition after he self-medicated with HIV preventive drugs that he bought without a prescription, following advice from an AI chatbot. He developed a serious reaction and was admitted to hospital. Risk of Self-Medication The man took HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) medication, intended to be used only under medical […]
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KMC Manipal MBBS Recognised for Singapore Registration

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Kasturba Medical College, Manipal has received recognition from the Singapore Medical Council for its MBBS qualification. The approval allows graduates of KMC Manipal to be eligible for medical registration in Singapore, subject to meeting local regulatory requirements. Effective Date and Eligibility The recognition will take effect from February 1, 2026. Graduates holding
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Two Nipah Virus Cases Confirmed in West Bengal

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West Bengal health authorities have confirmed two cases of Nipah virus infection after laboratory testing by the National Institute of Virology in Pune. Both patients are nurses and are currently in critical condition at a private hospital, prompting heightened surveillance and containment measures. Lab Confirmation and Medical Status Samples from the two nurses were
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Centre Bans High-Dose Nimesulide Oral Drugs

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The Union Health Ministry has banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of oral nimesulide formulations containing more than 100 mg in immediate release form. The decision was taken under provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act after a review of safety data and expert recommendations. Authorities said higher doses of the drug pose increased health […]
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Contaminated Water in Indore Kills Five, 1,000 Ill

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At least five people have died and more than 1,000 residents have fallen ill after consuming contaminated drinking water supplied through a municipal pipeline in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The incident occurred in several localities after polluted water entered the city’s drinking water network, leading to a sudden outbreak of waterborne illnesses. Surge in Illness and […]
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India Nears Malaria Eradication, Amit Shah Says

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Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said India has recorded a sharp drop in malaria cases and is on track to eliminate the disease soon. Shah made the remarks while speaking at the 100th All-India Medical Conference (IMA NATCON 2025) organised by the Indian Medical Association (IMA) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. He said […]
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US FDA Approves Wegovy Pill for Weight Loss

By BPN News Desk
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved an oral version of Novo Nordisk’s popular weight loss drug Wegovy, marking a significant expansion in obesity treatment options. The approval allows Wegovy to be taken as a daily pill instead of an injection, making it the first GLP-1 based weight loss medication cleared in tablet form […]