Weight-loss Drug Ozempic Can Benefit Patients With Kidney Diseases

Ozempic Drug Now For Kidney Diseases

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Updated Jan 30, 2025 | 08:52 AM IST

SummaryIn the US, 1 in 7 adults are experiencing some type of chronic kidney disease caused by diabetes. The new approval therefore allows doctor to prescribe Ozempic to lower the risk of kidney failure, dialysis and death from heart-related problems too.

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A 10% Drop In Vaccination Rates Could Lead To Millions Of Measles Cases In US Over 25 Years

A 10% Drop In Vaccination Rates Could Lead To Millions Of Measles Cases In US Over 25 Years

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Updated Apr 25, 2025 | 08:00 PM IST

SummaryVaccination has significantly reduced the spread of deadly diseases. Measles, once causing millions of cases annually, has been almost wiped out in the U.S. due to widespread immunization programs.

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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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