Exclusive: Astronaut Rakesh Sharma Had To Get His Wisdom Tooth Extracted Before His Trip To Space

(L to R) Lt Gen Dr Vimal Arora; Rakesh Sharma with Soyuz T-11 crew (source: Russian House, New Delhi)

(L to R) Lt Gen Dr Vimal Arora; Rakesh Sharma with Soyuz T-11 crew (source: Russian House, New Delhi)

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Updated Apr 1, 2025 | 01:12 PM IST

SummaryLt Gen Dr Vimal Arora, who is the Chief Clinical Officer (CCO) at Clove Dental talked about his experiences of treating the former Presidents of India and the time when he served as one of the doctors at the Air Force Institute of Dental Sciences in Bengaluru. He reveals that astronaut Rakesh Sharma had to have his wisdom tooth removed before he could be sent on the mission. Read on to know more.

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World Malaria Day 2025: Theme, History, And Significance

World Malaria Day 2025: Theme, History, and Significance

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Updated Apr 25, 2025 | 07:00 AM IST

SummaryOn this day in 2007, for the first time, the presence of malaria was acknowledged globally, and thus came the World Malaria Day, which is now observed every year on April 25. Know what makes it different with its theme this year. Read on.

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Blood Test That Can Detect 12 Types Of Cancer To Go On Trial In UK

Blood Test That Can Detect 12 Types Of Cancer To Go On Trial In UK

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Updated Apr 25, 2025 | 03:00 AM IST

SummaryInitial tests have produced promising results, having shown that it is able to detect 12 of the most lethal and common cancers, including bowel cancer, at an early stage, with over 99% accuracy.

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Novavax Says FDA Approval Back on Track for Its COVID Vaccine

Novavax Says FDA Approval Back on Track for Its COVID Vaccine

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Updated Apr 24, 2025 | 10:00 AM IST

SummaryNovavax’s vaccine, which is the only protein-based COVID-19 vaccine, is awaiting for its full approval. Once approved, it could remain on the market even after the official end of the COVID-19 public health emergency.

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