World Health Organisation

April 18, 2024

After COVID, WHO defines disease spread through air

Almost 500 experts contributed to the definition, including physicists, public health professionals and engineers, many of whom disagreed bitterly over the topic in the past.

March 10, 2024
Ramadan fasting: Eat a healthy, balanced iftar, says WHO

Keep indoor spaces well-ventilated to protect yourself and others.
March 04, 2024
World Obesity Day: How to prevent the chronic disease?

The BMI categories for defining obesity vary by age and gender in infants, children, and adolescents.
January 26, 2024
AIIMS, ICMR begin trial to evaluate 3 HPV tests for detecting cervical cancer

The trial began on January 22 and aims to develop an accurate and affordable test that can be integrated into the National Cancer Screening Programme.
January 26, 2024
Non-Covid deaths increased in people with diabetes, women, young affected more: Lancet Study

Regardless of the type of diabetes a person has, the disease requires self-management with diet, physical activity, and consistent routines.
November 25, 2023
COVID-like virus scare in China: Kerala sounds alert

Those seeking treatment will be specifically asked whether they have come in contact with anyone returning from China, officials said.
November 21, 2023
28 premature Gaza babies evacuated to Egypt as Israeli tanks encircle second hospital

Gaza's Hamas-run government said at least 13,300 Palestinians have been killed, including at least 5,600 children.

World Health Organisation

After COVID, WHO defines disease spread through air

Ramadan fasting: Eat a healthy, balanced iftar, says WHO

World Obesity Day: How to prevent the chronic disease?

AIIMS, ICMR begin trial to evaluate 3 HPV tests for detecting cervical cancer

Non-Covid deaths increased in people with diabetes, women, young affected more: Lancet Study

COVID-like virus scare in China: Kerala sounds alert

28 premature Gaza babies evacuated to Egypt as Israeli tanks encircle second hospital

WHO raises red flag on Indian firm's syrup in Iraq after detecting toxic chemicals

WHO issues renewed guidelines for a healthy food habit

Short film by Amrita College students selected for WHO film festival