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The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the apex body in India for the formulation, coordination and promotion of biomedical research, is one of the oldest and largest medical research bodies in the world.

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Three out of five in India succumb to cancer after diagnosis: ICMR

ICMR's analysis based on GLOBOCAN 2022 data indicates that nearly 65% cancer patients in India succumb post-diagnosis. The study also highlights the rising cancer incidence and mortality rates,..
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Buldhana hair loss cases: High selenium levels in wheat not yet proven as culprit

The government is investigating the cause of abrupt baldness in Maharashtra's Buldhana, suspecting high selenium levels in wheat from Punjab. ICMR has collected food samples for analysis. Junior health..
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Diarrhoea-causing bacteria may be behind surge in GBS cases, says ICMR


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ICMR working on desi vaccine against H5N1 bird flu virus


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India reports 59 HMPV cases: Health ministry

Union minister Prataprao Jadhav informed the Rajya Sabha that 59 cases of HMPV and two deaths due to co-morbidities were reported between January 6-29. The virus affects young children, the elderly,..
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ICMR issues norms for antibiotic susceptibility testing and validation

The Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) has issued new protocols for testing and validation methods of antibiotic susceptibility test kits. These protocols require validation at multiple sites..
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2 cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) detected in Karnataka: 10 things to know

The Indian Council of Medical Research reported Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in two infants in Bengaluru. The virus has caused global concern due to a surge in respiratory infections, especially..
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ICMR drafts list on tests to be available at health facilities


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With junk food now officially defined, FSSAI has no reason not to regulate them

ICMR and NIN released new Dietary Guidelines defining ultra-processed food (UPF) and foods high in fat, sugars, and salt (HFSS), highlighting their harmful effects. FSSAI's challenges in regulating UPF..
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ICMR slams BHU's Covaxin study, says it wasn't part of it

Indian Council of Medical Research criticizes a recently-published study on Covaxin's safety analysis for poor methodology. The study wrongly acknowledges ICMR. Director Rajiv Bahl clarifies the lack..
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Label claims on packaged food could be misleading: ICMR

Consumers warned about misleading food labels by ICMR, with sugar-free foods possibly high in fats. Check nutrition claims, serving size, net weight. Cross-check with FSSAI, dietary guidelines, NIN..
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30% of Indians aged 18-54 have never got BP measured: ICMR

ICMR-NCDIR study in India reveals 30% aged 18-54 never had blood pressure checked. Southern India has high screening rates, including standout UT/states like Lakshadweep (91%), Kerala (89%), Tamil Nadu..
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Limit antibiotics use to single dose to prevent infection at surgical site: NCDC

The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) recommends limiting the use of antibiotics for preventing surgical site infections to a single dose or one day before the procedure. After the surgery,..
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All Covid strains given to Bharat Biotech for a universal jab: Centre

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has transferred all existing strains of variants of concern of SARS-CoV-2 - virus that causes Covid-19 - to Bharat Biotech Ltd for developing a universal Covid..
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Pneumonia outbreak in China: Health minister Mandaviya says govt monitoring situation, taking measures

Amid a surge in cases of mycoplasma pneumonia and influenza flu in China, Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday said that the government is monitoring the situation and taking necessary..
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Covid jab not tied to sudden unexplained deaths: ICMR

A study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) found no link between Covid-19 vaccination and sudden unexplained deaths among young adults. The study analyzed 729 deaths reported..
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Unexplained sudden death among young adults in India not due to Covid vaccination: ICMR study

A study conducted by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has found that factors such as family history of sudden death, hospitalization for Covid-19, binge drinking, and vigorous physical..
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Is COVID-19 linked to rise in sudden unexplained deaths among Indian youth? Know what ICMR study reveals

The experts gathered data on COVID-19 cases, vaccination, post-COVID health conditions, family histories of unexpected death, smoking, drug and alcohol use, and rigorous-intensity physical activities..
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Covid vaccines did not increase sudden death risk among young Indian adults: ICMR study


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Routine screening with serum PSA not needed, says ICMR

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has stated that routine screening for prostate cancer using serum PSA is not recommended, regardless of age or family history. The ICMR's consensus..
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Government probing 'data breach' of 8 crore Indians from ICMR Covid site

The government is investigating potential data breaches in the ICMR's Covid-testing database. A TV channel reported that a threat actor claimed to have accessed personal details of over 8 crore Indians..
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Avoid over-exertion, Mansukh Mandaviya tells those who had severe Covid

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has advised people who have recovered from severe Covid-19 infections to avoid overexertion during exercise and hard labor. This advice comes in light of an..
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'Severe Covid patients must avoid over-work' says Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya after rising heart attack cases

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has advised individuals who have had severe Covid-19 infections to avoid strenuous activities or hard work to prevent heart attacks. The recommendation is based..
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A male contraceptive is closer to becoming a reality as a non-hormonal injectable has cleared phase-3 trials, according to the Indian Council of Medical Research. The delay in the development of male..
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Hdg: ICMR successfully tests first long-lasting male contraceptive

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has concluded a seven-year study on the male contraceptive RISUG, finding it to be safe and effective. RISUG is a non-hormonal injectable contraceptive..
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Nutritious food can cut TB deaths: ICMR-backed study


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ICMR studying if Covid shots linked to deaths in young people


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100 million plus in India now diabetic, up 44% in 4 years: ICMR study

India now has more than 101 million people living with diabetes compared to 70 million people in 2019, according to an ICMR study published in the UK medical journal โ€˜Lancetโ€™. While the numbers are..
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Connection between Covid vaccination and increased heart attacks in India? ICMR to issue report soon

Union health minister Mansukh Mandaviya said that a report regarding the connection between Covid vaccines and increased heart attacks in India will be released in two months.
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ICMR comes up with first ethical guidelines for application of AI in biomedical research, healthcare


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Rise in Covid cases: Govt planning nationwide drill to take stock of hospital preparedness on April 10, 11

Amid rising cases of Covid-19 and seasonal influenza, the government is planning a nationwide mock drill on April 10 and 11 to take stock of hospital preparedness.According to a joint advisory issued..
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50% of respiratory infection cases admitted to hospitals in 2 months are of H3N2: Government

An ICMR survey has shown that 50 per cent of the respiratory infection cases admitted to hospitals in over two month are of H3N2 influenza, the government told the Lok Sabha on Friday.
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Amid Covid surge, ICMR cautions on antibiotic use

The Indian Council of Medical Research has issued revised guidelines for Covid-19 in the wake of the surge of cases in the past week across the country. โ€œThe guideline does not advice the use of..
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Influenza A subtype causing cough, fever, ICMR experts say; IMA advises against indiscriminate antibiotics use

A persistent cough, sometimes accompanied by fever, running through India for the past two-three months is due to Influenza A subtype H3N2, ICMR experts said. The H3N2, which has been in wide..
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H3N2 virus linked to spate of high fever & cough cases: ICMR

The current spate of high fever and cough being seen in the country is being caused by Influenza A subtype H3N2, a subtype of viruses that cause influenza (flu), the Indian Council of Medical Research..
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