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Fatty Liver Isn’t Just Alcohol: Dr V Mohan Busts Common Myths

fatty liver isn’t just alcohol: dr v mohan busts common myths

Alcohol Study Shelved By Trump Administration Published In Scientific Journal: What Did It Find?

alcohol study shelved by trump administration published in scientific journal: what did it find?

Confused By Your Cholesterol Report? Here's What LDL And ApoB Really Mean

confused by your cholesterol report? here's what ldl and apob really mean

West Nile Fever Claims 2 Lives in Keralam’s Ernakulam; All About The Mosquito-Borne Disease

west nile fever claims 2 lives in keralam’s ernakulam; all about the mosquito-borne disease

Salmonella Outbreak: Instant Noodles Sicken Over 80 In The UK, Europe

salmonella outbreak: instant noodles sicken 80 plus in the uk, europe

anushka sharma

namita thapar

theliverdoc

rajan sankaran

homeopathy

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evidence based medicine

healthcare debate

medical controversy

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After Bollywood star Anushka Sharma shared a post praising homeopathy and renowned practitioner Rajan Sankaran, criticism quickly followed. The controversy escalated when evidence-based medicine advocate Dr Cyriac Abby Philips, popularly known as The Liver Doc, publicly challenged the promotion of homeopathy and referred to Anushka Sharma, Rajan Sankaran and Shark Tank India judge Namita Thapar as a "Triangle of Shame."

Anushka Sharma vs. 'The Liver Doc': The Homeopathy Controversy Explained

anushka sharma vs. 'the liver doc': the homeopathy controversy explained

Bleeding Disorders In Women: Gynaecologist Lists The Causes

bleeding disorders in women: gynaecologist lists the causes

Can An App Be Your Therapist? India’s Digital Mental Health Revolution Faces Key Challenges

can an app be your therapist? india’s digital mental health revolution faces key challenges

Ravi Vij: The Indian-Origin Oncologist Honored With US Professorship For Advancing Blood Cancer Treatment

ravi vij: the indian-origin oncologist honored with us professorship for advancing blood cancer treatment

Raghu Ram Celebrates 10 Years Of Smoking-Free Life: Here's How He Did It

raghu ram celebrates 10 years of smoking-free life: here's how he did it

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honey singh

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Stayed In My Room For 3 Yrs: Honey Singh on Bipolar Disorder

stayed in my room for 3 yrs: honey singh on bipolar disorder

Ebola Crisis Deepens: DR Congo Cases Near 600 Amid Risk Of Cross-Border Spread

ebola crisis deepens: dr congo cases near 600 amid risk of cross-border spread

Kerala Man Tests Positive For Nipah: Know All About The Virus

kerala man tests positive for nipah: know all about the virus

Update: Rajasthan, Hyderabad Report Suspected Cases of Deadly Ebola Virus

ebola alert in india: rajasthan reports first suspected case of deadly virus

US Pushes Europe for Ebola Travel Curbs Ahead of FIFA World Cup: Which Countries Have Bans And Do They Work?

us pushes europe for ebola travel curbs ahead of fifa world cup: which countries have bans and do they work?

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Dr NK Ganguly Answers Ebola FAQs Amid Rising Threat

dr nk ganguly answers ebola faqs amid rising threat

New Drug May Prevent Muscle Loss Linked To Ozempic And Weight-Loss Shots

new drug may prevent muscle loss linked to ozempic and weight-loss shots

Ebola Bundibugyo Outbreak: UK Scientists Identify 23 Unique Mutations

ebola bundibugyo outbreak: uk scientists identify 23 unique mutations

Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak

Ebola Outbreak

ebola symptoms

Is there any thing to worry about as the outbreak of Bundibugyo Ebola?

Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak: Should You Be Worried?

bundibugyo ebola outbreak: should you be worried?

Ebola Claims Two Orphaned Babies In Congo: How The Deadly Virus Spreads In Children

Rachel V Thomas

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Ebola Claims Two Orphaned Babies In Congo

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How Ebola Affects Children

ebola virus

Two orphaned babies have died of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, in an outbreak that could rival the worst on record. Baby Buswaza was brought to a church-run orphanage in eastern Congo after her mother died in late May. The newborn was running a fever and, within days, died from what was later found to be Ebola, Reuters reported. Buswaza was buried in late May in a sealed, waterproof body bag to prevent the spread of the disease. <h2> </h2><h2>More Suspected Cases at Orphanage </h2> Six more babies have been identified as suspected Ebola cases at the orphanage of 69 children in Bunia, a city in Ituri province at the epicentre of the outbreak in Congo. They were taken to hospital, where five of them later tested negative and were discharged from an isolation tent at the Evangelical Medical Centre (CME) by medics. Another baby—an orphaned triplet girl nicknamed "Cherie" or "darling" who was less than a year old—with confirmed Ebola died on June 10, Dr. Freddy Kibwana, head of the CME, told Reuters. "The child has left us," he said. <h2>How Children Can Be at Risk of Ebola </h2> Also read: <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-news/us-pushes-europe-for-ebola-travel-curbs-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup-which-countries-have-bans-and-do-they-work-article-154548440" data-type="tilCustomLink">US Pushes Europe for Ebola Travel Curbs Ahead of FIFA World Cup: Which Countries Have Bans And Do They Work?</a> Children and babies can easily become vectors for the disease through bodily fluids like vomit, faeces and saliva, which are highly infectious when people have Ebola. "This epidemic has hit an area already in humanitarian crisis," said Babou Rukengeza, a senior health adviser with Save the Children aid group. "This place is the only refuge for these children." “This outbreak is moving at a terrifying speed. I have responded to several Ebola outbreaks over the years, but this is the fastest spread I have ever seen. Children are paying a devastating price," he added. The expert noted that “when parents die, children suddenly lose the biggest support system they could possibly have and face fear, grief, stigma, and social exclusion". <h2>Can Ebola Be Passed From Mother to Child? </h2> In addition to fluids like blood and saliva, Ebola has also been detected in amniotic fluid and the placenta, as per the World Health Organization, so it is possible Buswaza's mother transmitted the virus to her in the womb or during childbirth. If the mother caught the virus after giving birth, she may also have transmitted it to her child through breastmilk, where the virus has also been detected. <h2>Ebola Cases And Death Toll Climb </h2> According to the US CDC, the confirmed cases in Congo have risen to 635, while there are 127 confirmed deaths. In Uganda, there are 19 confirmed cases and two confirmed deaths, along with one probable case and one probable death. Using genetic fingerprinting, the illnesses have been identified as Bundibugyo virus, one of the four types of orthoebolaviruses that cause Ebola disease in people. There is no vaccine for Bundibugyo virus, and treatment consists of supportive care. <div type="Youtube" id="ULGYlDap5CY" title="“RT-PCR Unlikely To Miss Infection”: Experts on Ebola Test Accuracy" thumbUrl="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ULGYlDap5CY/mqdefault.jpg"><url><![CDATA[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULGYlDap5CY]]></url></div> <h2>Ebola Outbreak: WHO Raises Risk Assessment </h2> Meanwhile, the WHO has revised the risk assessment in Congo and Uganda. The risk has been revised to “very high at the national level in DRC and high for Uganda,” the WHO said. It is also high for countries sharing land borders with DRC and Uganda, while low for the rest of the Africa region and at the global level. The WHO explained that the risk in DRC remains very high because “the outbreak has continued to expand rapidly in terms of numbers of cases and geographical spread with more areas affected. Epidemiological links and the full chain of transmission are not yet clearly established, and the source of the outbreak remains under investigation”. Moreover, the ongoing conflict is restricting movement of frontline responders and surveillance teams, while community fear and misinformation are hindering case detection, contact tracing and isolation, and potentially facilitating disease spread. There are also other challenges such as limited healthcare infrastructure and delays in laboratory confirmation, although these are being scaled up by DRC with support from partners, the WHO said.<meta content="cms.next" name="cmsei" />

ebola claims two orphaned babies in congo: how the deadly virus spreads in children

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Nipah

nipah in Kerala

Nipah virus alert in Kerala

bat-contaminated food

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kozhikode medical college hospital

Health authorities in Kerala have reported a positive case of Nipah virus infection in a man from Kozhikode, triggering precautionary measures across the district. The patient tested positive in a preliminary test conducted in Kozhikode and is currently undergoing treatment at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital, officials said. With the fresh scare, health authorities have initiated extensive contact tracing and surveillance measures to prevent any potential spread of the infection. According to officials, the patient arrived at the hospital through the outpatient department and is believed to have interacted with several people before being identified as a suspected Nipah case. While the initial test indicated the presence of the virus, confirmation from a specialized virology laboratory is still awaited. Despite the pending confirmatory result, the state government has activated containment protocols as a precaution. Close contacts of the patient are being identified, monitored, and assessed as part of the standard public health response. <h2>Kerala Health Minister Says No Need for Panic </h2> Also read: <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-news/bangladesh-battles-growing-measles-outbreak-as-cases-approach-10000-article-154537722" data-type="tilCustomLink">Bangladesh Battles Growing Measles Outbreak As Confirmed Cases Approach 10,000</a> Kerala Health Minister K. Muralidharan said the patient had extensive contacts but stressed that there was no reason for panic at this stage. The minister noted that the patient had visited multiple departments of the private hospital where he first sought treatment, raising concerns about possible exposure to others. As a precautionary measure, hospital staff who may have come into contact with the patient have been asked to undergo quarantine and monitoring. <h2>What Is Nipah Virus? </h2> Read More: <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-news/us-pushes-europe-for-ebola-travel-curbs-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup-which-countries-have-bans-and-do-they-work-article-154548440" data-type="tilCustomLink">US Pushes Europe for Ebola Travel Curbs Ahead of FIFA World Cup: Which Countries Have Bans And Do They Work?</a> According to the World Health Organization, Nipah virus is a zoonotic disease, meaning it can spread from animals to humans. It can also be transmitted through contaminated food and, in some cases, directly from person to person. In humans, Nipah infection can range from asymptomatic illness to severe respiratory disease and fatal encephalitis (brain inflammation). The virus can also infect animals such as pigs, causing significant economic losses for farmers. Although only a limited number of outbreaks have been reported in Asia, the virus is known for its high fatality rate and potential to cause severe disease. <h2>How Does Nipah Spread? </h2> <ul><li>Animal-to-Human Transmission: During the first recognized outbreak in Malaysia, which also affected Singapore, most human infections were linked to direct contact with infected pigs or their contaminated tissues. Transmission was believed to occur through exposure to respiratory secretions or bodily fluids of infected animals.</li></ul> <ul><li>Bat-Contaminated Food: In later outbreaks in Bangladesh and India, the most likely source of infection was the consumption of fruits or fruit products—particularly raw date palm sap—contaminated by saliva or urine from infected fruit bats.</li></ul> <ul><li>Human-to-Human Transmission: Human-to-human transmission has also been documented, particularly among family members and healthcare workers caring for infected patients.</li></ul> <h2>Nipah Virus: Symptoms </h2> <div type="Youtube" id="f5Hk4fbg4h4" title="Why Do We Get Déjà Vu? The Science Behind That Strange Familiar Feeling #shorts #shortsfeed" thumbUrl="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/f5Hk4fbg4h4/mqdefault.jpg"><url><![CDATA[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5Hk4fbg4h4]]></url></div> Symptoms of Nipah virus infection may include: <ul><li>Fever</li><li>Headache</li><li>Breathing difficulties</li><li>Cough and sore throat</li><li>Diarrhea</li><li>Vomiting</li><li>Muscle pain</li><li>Severe weakness</li><li>Dizziness</li><li>Altered consciousness in severe cases</li><li>Encephalitis (brain inflammation)</li></ul> <h2>Why Is Nipah A Concern? </h2> Nipah virus is considered a major public health threat because of its high mortality rate, ability to spread through close contact, and the absence of a specific antiviral treatment or approved vaccine for widespread use. Early detection, isolation of suspected cases, contact tracing, and strict infection-control measures remain the most effective tools for preventing outbreaks.<meta content="cms.next" name="cmsei" />

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Trump Administration

Alcohol Study

robert vincent

samhsa

alcohol intake and health study

A federally commissioned study that concluded even low levels of alcohol consumption may increase the risk of disease and premature death has now been published in a scientific journal after its findings were set aside by the Trump administration. The study, known as the Alcohol Intake and Health Study, was commissioned as part of an effort to update the United States Dietary Guidelines. Researchers concluded that consuming as little as one alcoholic drink per day could raise the risk of serious illness and mortality. However, the report was never officially released by the administration and later became the subject of political and industry scrutiny. <h2>Why Was the Study Not Released? </h2> Launched in 2023, the Alcohol Intake and Health Study was overseen by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The review aimed to inform recommendations on alcohol consumption in the next edition of the federal dietary guidelines. But soon the study garnered controversy with some members of Congress and alcohol lobby groups arguing that scientists involved in the review held anti-alcohol views, according to Stat News. As per a House Oversight Committee report, released in January, the study was "irretrievably flawed". It recommended that federal officials disregard its findings when drafting dietary guidance. However, researchers involved in the project argued that the findings were sidelined because they conflicted with the interests of the alcohol industry. <h2>What Did The Study Find? </h2> Also read: <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-wellness/is-there-a-safe-limit-for-alcohol-consumption-major-review-challenges-long-held-beliefs-article-154454959" data-type="tilCustomLink">Is There A Safe Limit For Alcohol Consumption? Major Review Challenges Long-Held Beliefs</a> After the federal review was shelved, researchers submitted their work independently to the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, where it was published following peer review. The published analysis concluded that even modest alcohol consumption — roughly one drink per day — is associated with increased risks of disease and death. “These findings are not radical. They are rigorous — and commercially threatening,” wrote Robert Vincent, a former SAMHSA associate administrator for alcohol prevention and treatment policy, in an accompanying editorial. Vincent, who helped oversee the project, lost his position during broader cuts across federal health agencies last year, the report said. Notable, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has stated that the now published article was not the same report reviewed by the government and emphasized that it was not commissioned, approved, or cleared by SAMHSA. <h2>Alcohol Guidance Changed </h2> Read More: <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-news/x-men-star-tyler-mane-reveals-super-rare-male-breast-cancer-diagnosis-article-154555991" data-type="tilCustomLink">X-Men Star Tyler Mane Reveals ‘Super-Rare’ Male Breast Cancer Diagnosis</a> Federal officials said they reviewed a broad range of scientific evidence when updating the nation's dietary recommendations. New dietary guidelines released in January marked a significant shift in alcohol messaging. Rather than recommending specific daily limits, the guidance now advises Americans to “consume less alcohol for better overall health.” According to HHS, the recommendation was based on a separate scientific review rather than the SAMHSA-led report.<meta content="cms.next" name="cmsei" />

US FDA Approves First New Sunscreen Ingredient Since the 1990s

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Sunscreen

bemt

sunscreens

Sunscreen Ingredient

bemotrizinol

For the first time in 20 years, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has added bemotrizinol to the list of permitted sunscreen active ingredients. Bemotrizinol is the first new active ingredient added to the over-the-counter (OTC) sunscreen monograph since the late 1990s and has been used for years in Europe and Asia. “As promised in the Trump Administration’s MAHA Strategy Report, HHS is advancing innovation by bringing a new sunscreen ingredient to the US market for the first time in 20 years,” said HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “Bemotrizinol has been used safely in Europe for decades, and FDA’s action will increase competition and consumer confidence in sunscreen products.” On December 11, 2025, the FDA proposed allowing the use of bemotrizinol in sunscreens. The agency finalized the action within seven months of issuing the proposed order. Bemotrizinol is known to provide stable, long-lasting protection against both types of ultraviolet (UV) rays that can damage the skin. According to the FDA, it is also gentle enough to be used safely by young children. <h2>What Is Bemotrizinol? </h2> Also read: <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-news/x-men-star-tyler-mane-reveals-super-rare-male-breast-cancer-diagnosis-article-154555991" data-type="tilCustomLink">X-Men Star Tyler Mane Reveals ‘Super-Rare’ Male Breast Cancer Diagnosis</a> Bemotrizinol, also known as BEMT, is a chemical sunscreen filter that absorbs both UVB and UVA rays. The sun emits ultraviolet radiation, which sunscreen products are designed to block. UVA and UVB rays affect the skin differently. UVA rays are primarily associated with tanning and skin ageing, while UVB rays are more closely linked to sunburn. UVB rays can also be partially blocked by barriers such as windows and clouds. According to the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, about 95 per cent of the UV radiation reaching the Earth's surface is UVA, while UVB accounts for the remaining 5 per cent. Sunscreens protect the skin either by creating a physical barrier using mineral ingredients or by using chemical filters that absorb UV radiation before it reaches the skin. Bemotrizinol belongs to the latter category. The addition of BEMT is being welcomed by many experts because options that are both highly effective and considered safe remain limited in the US sunscreen market, according to an annual report by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), a nonprofit health and environmental advocacy organization. <h2>Why Is Bemotrizinol Considered Beneficial? </h2> Read More: <a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health-wellness/confused-by-your-cholesterol-report-heres-what-ldl-and-apob-really-mean-article-154530945" data-type="tilCustomLink">Confused By Your Cholesterol Report? Here's What LDL And ApoB Really Mean</a> Bemotrizinol offers several characteristics that make it an effective sunscreen ingredient. It provides broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB radiation and can achieve higher SPF protection at lower concentrations than some other commonly used sunscreen chemicals, according to Certified Laboratories and the FDA. The ingredient is also photostable, meaning it breaks down more slowly when exposed to sunlight, helping maintain protection for longer periods. Because it is oil-soluble, it can be easily incorporated into creams and lotions. In addition, bemotrizinol is minimally absorbed through the skin and rarely causes irritation, which is one reason the FDA considers it safe for use in children as young as six months old. <h2>Bemotrizinol Added to OTC </h2> Meanwhile, DSM Nutritional Products, a manufacturer submitted an OTC monograph order request seeking to add bemotrizinol, marketed as Parsol Shield, at concentrations of up to 6 per cent as a new active ingredient in the OTC sunscreen monograph. “The FDA reviewed the request and proposed to amend the OTC monograph to add bemotrizinol as a sunscreen active ingredient,” the agency said in its announcement. In December 2025, DSM had announced that, once approved, Parsol Shield would be available for use in sunscreen products in accordance with the monograph requirements. According to the FDA, OTC monograph drugs such as sunscreens can enter the market without an approved drug application if they meet specific requirements, including permitted active ingredients, uses and dosage limits established under the monograph. The FDA can modify an OTC monograph through an administrative order, and manufacturers can initiate the process by submitting an OTC monograph order request.<meta content="cms.next" name="cmsei" />