National Family Health Survey-6 (NFHS-6) has revealed a decline in iodised salt consumption in Punjab’s Ludhiana, with the proportion of households consuming it falling from 94.9% in the last survey to 88.7%. Iodised salt is a critical source of iodine, a mineral needed to produce thyroid hormone that regulates growth, metabolism and development, and helps prevent iodine deficiency disorders.
The XFG variant of SARS-CoV-2, also known as "American Covid” strain, formed from two earlier Omicron subvariants, LF.7 and LP.8.1.2, WHO said. First detected on January 27, 2025, XFG symptoms include sore throat, cough, fatigue and fever. The strain is currently on the rise in UK, but health experts say there is no evidence that XFG causes more severe disease.
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A two-year clinical trial involving adults with overweight or obesity found that diet soft drinks were essentially as effective as water for long-term weight loss. Participants drinking beverages sweetened with aspartame, acesulfame-K, or sucralose lost similar amount of weight to those drinking water, while both groups also saw improvements in waist size and body composition.
Bangladesh's measles outbreak has claimed four more child deaths, taking confirmed and suspected fatalities this year to 1,114. Health authorities also reported 1,221 new suspected cases and 21 confirmed infections in 24 hours. Experts have linked the surge to vaccination gaps, delayed detection and shortcomings in patient isolation and outbreak management.
Baby Memorial Hospital, Vadakara, trained 4,007 people in CPR within 12 hours at Memunda Higher Secondary School on World Heart Day. The programme involved students, teachers, PTA members and the public, with 100 trainers and 105 mannequins. The event was recognised by the Asia Book of Records and India Book of Records, surpassing previous hospital records.
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s worst-ever Ebola outbreak has killed more than 4,000 people after confirmed cases crossed 8,000, Congolese officials said on Friday. The outbreak, officially detected in mid-May, has spread across seven provinces in northern and eastern parts of the country. The response has been severely affected by armed conflict.
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Dr Philip George Kuttikat explains that personalised oncology uses tumour type, stage, biomarkers, genetic changes, previous treatment and overall health to guide cancer therapy. Studies such as NCI-MATCH and KEYNOTE-158 show how molecular features can help match patients with targeted drugs or immunotherapy, while treatment may be adjusted based on the patient’s response.
Keralam is launching a Student Health Cadet Programme across 140 schools and colleges, training students to identify early signs of physical, mental or behavioural problems among peers and guide them towards help. The initiative aims to create a peer-support network, while diagnosis, treatment and professional intervention will remain with teachers, counsellors and health professionals.
Yoga experts stress that the sequence of asanas is important for balance and recovery. After Utthita Paschimottanasana, Makarasana helps relax the spine and muscles, while Bhujangasana provides a counter-stretch that may improve spinal flexibility and reduce strain. The AYUSH Ministry advises beginners to practise these poses in sequence.
Floods can affect children's education through damaged schools, displacement, illness and income losses. Research using rural India data finds measurable learning losses among flood exposed children, with impacts varying across social groups. The findings highlight the need to protect learning continuity during disaster recovery.
