With the monsoon season underway, experts have said there is a surge in viral fevers and other seasonal infections during this time of the year. Prolonged fever, often neglected and labeled as a mild infection, could be an early sign of a serious condition. Timely investigation and proper diagnosis are important, especially in children, where fever may be the only visible symptom of an underlying issue. Dr Nimitt Nagda, internal medicine expert, Zynova Shalby Hospital in Ghatkopar said, "With the start of the monsoon, we are seeing a big rise in cases of viral fever and PUO (pyrexia of unknown origin). In fact, about 30–40 per cent of patients visiting the OPD during this time come with fever-related complaints. The humid weather, waterlogging, and mosquito breeding create ideal conditions for infections to spread. Many patients come with high fever, body pain, headache, weakness, and sometimes skin rashes. It becomes difficult to find the exact cause without proper tests. In such cases, advanced tests help us identify the infection early and start the right treatment quickly. He adds, "Early diagnosis also helps avoid complications and prevents the unnecessary use of antibiotics. We strongly advise people not to take medicines on their own. Drink enough water, maintain hygiene, and see a doctor if fever lasts more than three days. It is also important to control mosquitoes by keeping your surroundings clean and avoiding stagnant water. During this season, taking care of your health, getting tests done on time, and starting treatment early can help reduce serious infections. Staying alert and taking preventive steps is the best way to protect yourself and your family during the monsoon." Dr. Abhik Banerjee, zonal technical chief, East India, Apollo Diagnostic in Kolkata says viral fever happens due to different viruses that result in an elevated body temperature. These include dengue, influenza, chikungunya, and viral gastroenteritis, all of which spike during the monsoon. He further explains, “The incidences rise due to stagnant water, mosquito breeding, and consumption of contaminated food and water. The symptoms seen in people can be body aches, fatigue, sore throat, cough, rashes, or nausea. Alongside viral fevers, bacterial infections like typhoid and leptospirosis also see a rise, particularly in flood-affected or poorly drained areas. Treatment suggested by the expert is rest, hydration, and fever-reducing medications, while severe cases may need antiviral or supportive care. Preventive tips are maintaining hygiene, using mosquito repellents, drinking clean water, and avoiding street food during the rainy season.” Dr Banerjee adds, “Moreover, Pyrexia of Unknown Origin (PUO) happens when a fever lasts more than three weeks. In pediatric cases, this becomes concerning as children may not show clear symptoms and struggle in silence. Common causes can be viral or bacterial infections to autoimmune conditions, or even hidden cancers. Parents should watch for signs like lethargy, poor appetite, weight loss, or intermittent fever and consult an expert if fever persists beyond 7–10 days. Remember, PUO requires a detailed testing involving blood cultures, imaging, and advanced lab tests to find the root cause and initiate prompt management without any delay.” Timely diagnosis and management are key. “Advanced diagnostics measures such as multiplex PCR panels, inflammatory markers, ultrasound or MRI, and immunological tests help doctors to know the cause behind the fever. Managing PUO involves antibiotics and antivirals, to immunosuppressant’s. In all cases, early testing leads to faster recovery. So, parents should exercise caution and follow the guidelines given by the expert,” he concludes.
08 July,2025 12:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentOver 15 million people in the world born between 2008 and 2017 might develop gastric cancer at some point in life, with India contributing the second highest number among these cases, after China, a study has projected. Two-thirds of the more than 15 million projected cases could be concentrated in Asia, followed by the Americas and Africa. Researchers, including those from the International Agency for Research on Cancer — the World Health Organisation's cancer agency — analysed data on the incidence of gastric cancer across 185 countries using the GLOBOCAN 2022 database, along with death rates projected from United Nations demographic data. "Globally, 15.6 million lifetime gastric cancer cases are expected within these birth cohorts, 76 per cent of which are attributable to Helicobacter pylori (bacteria)," the authors said in the study published in the journal Nature Medicine. A persistent infection due to 'Helicobacter pylori' — a common bacteria found in the stomach — is said to be the main driver of gastric cancer, which ranks as the world's fifth leading cause of death from cancer. The authors called for more investment in preventing gastric cancer, especially through population-level screening and treating of the bacterial infection, known to be preventable through effective treatment. They added that increasing incidence among the young and an ageing population together threatens to reverse recent efforts in bringing down death rates and cases of gastric cancer. The study projected 10.6 million of new gastric cancer cases will occur in Asia, with 6.5 million cases expected in India and China alone. Cases from India could be 1,657,670 with no changes in the current measures for controlling gastric cancer, it projected. Further, sub-Saharan Africa — currently having a relatively low burden of gastric cancer — could see a future burden at least six times higher than 2022 estimates suggest, the authors said. However, if measures to control gastric cancer in the population are taken, such as screening for and treating bacterial infections, the authors found that expected cases of the disease could be brought down by up to 75 per cent. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
08 July,2025 12:33 PM IST | Mumbai | PTILungs of teenagers need protection, not pollution from vapes, medical experts have stressed while highlighting the dangers of vaping and the emergence of new-age gateway devices. A group of doctors supporting the movement of Mothers Against Vaping, a collective dedicated to raising awareness about the ill effects of vaping and working to eradicate it, said vaping has health implications, including issues like coughing, dry throat, shortness of breath, or headaches. More alarmingly, it can affect the heart, raising blood pressure, increasing heart rate, and even leading to a heart attack, they said. Dr K K Handa, chairman, ENT, head and neck surgery, Medanta Hospital, said the common myth that vaping is safer than smoking is totally incorrect. "Vaping can damage lungs after prolonged use since vapes contain nicotine, which has a serious addictive potential. Over time vape addiction can cause severe and serious mental issues like depression and anxiety. There is also a physical safety concern, as the devices used for vaping can sometimes catch fire. So, vaping is not safe at all," Dr Handa said. According to Mothers Against Vaping, multiple reputed studies have clearly indicated the health risks of vaping and e-cigarettes. A recent study in April 2025 by Johns Hopkins Medicine analysed medical data gathered from almost 250,000 people over a four-year period. The findings significantly linked the exclusive use of e-cigarettes to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and high blood pressure. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called for urgent action to protect children and prevent the uptake of e-cigarettes. These products are openly available and are aggressively marketed to young people. Children are being targeted and trapped into early nicotine addiction through the use of e-cigarettes. Dr Harish Bhatia, Director and Head of Respiratory Medicine, MGS Super Speciality Hospital, Punjabi Bagh, said vapes, e-cigarettes, Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS), Heat-Not-Burn (HNB) devices and other Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs) directly damage the lungs. Lungs of teens need protection, not pollution from vapes. And any teen that is vaping needs immediate course correction. Only with good lungs will there be the beginning of Viksit Bharat, Dr Bhatia said. Mothers Against Vaping has been consistently highlighting how teenagers and even children are falling prey to vapes, posing a real danger of losing the next generation to these new-age gateway devices. Dr Rajesh Gupta, Director of Pulmonology at Fortis Hospital, said adolescents often start vaping socially at parties or under peer pressure, believing it is harmless or even better than smoking. But this is a myth, and even occasional vaping exposes the lungs to harmful chemicals, which irritate and inflame their delicate tissues, often leading to serious problems. In children whose lungs are still developing, this damage can be very long-lasting. And this damage does not stop at the lungs. Nicotine in the e-cigarettes is highly addictive and affects the brain, altering attention, memory, learning, and emotional regulation, Dr Gupta said. "Social vaping can quickly spiral into regular addictive use, resulting in lifelong health consequences. As adults, parents, and educators, we must speak openly with children about the risks and act early. We should not assume that it's just a phase because every casual use is a potential gateway to long-term harm," Dr Rajesh added. On the various ways and means of tackling vaping, Dr Bhavna Barmi, clinical psychologist and founder, Happiness Studio, said, "First of all, it is very important to build emotional literacy because vaping is not just peer pressure; it's also an emotional escape. "When we teach our kids to name their feelings through journaling, mood charts, and open reflections, they will not need to numb them. There is also a need for guidance and awareness among parents, as most of them miss warning signs or respond with shame. We should provide workshops and conversation guides that encourage calm, curious dialogue. Punishment shuts kids down; understanding opens them up," Dr Barmi stressed. "We also need to unpack the role of social media. Vaping looks glamorous online, but we should teach who profits and what the hidden agenda is. Teaching media literacy helps kids build critical thinking -- their best defence. Replace, don't just remove, should be our key. Let's give our children healthy alternatives - connection, creativity, and a sense of identity beyond grades or popularity. "When our children are going to feel valued, they will stop escaping. Also, addiction recovery is not about control; it is about care, building safe, slow, and non-judgmental therapy spaces," Dr Barmi added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
08 July,2025 12:02 PM IST | Mumbai | PTIPeople relishing tea, pakoras and other seasonal delicacies while enjoying the weather outside is common during the monsoon season, but so is the risk of contracting infections due to unhygienic or unsafe food and water. The risk of certain diseases like dengue, malaria and leptospirosis increases during the monsoon. Another illness that sees a surge during the rainy days is typhoid, or typhoid fever, which is caused by the bacterium Salmonella typhi. It usually spreads through the ingestion of contaminated food and water. If not diagnosed and treated on time, the condition can also prove to be life-threatening. Hence, it becomes essential to watch out for warning signs of the disease. Symptoms of typhoid According to the World Health Organization (WHO), some common symptoms of typhoid are prolonged high fever, fatigue, nausea, headache, abdominal pain and constipation or diarrhoea, and in some cases, rashes. If a person or their family members observe these symptoms, they should immediately contact a doctor to confirm the diagnosis through medical tests. Risk factors Poor sanitation and lack of access to safe food and drinking water are major risk factors of typhoid. Additionally, children are more at risk of contracting the infection. Prevention tips Typhoid is usually treated through antibiotics, and supportive care if required. However, one can reduce the risk of contracting the infection, especially during the monsoon season, through some simple steps. The WHO lists the following prevention tips: 1. Ensure food is properly cooked and still hot when served. 2. Avoid raw milk. It is advisable to consume pasteurised or boiled milk. 3. Boil water before drinking, especially if its safety is questionable. 4. Wash fruits and vegetables before consuming. 5. Follow proper hand hygiene. In June 2025, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) had issued an advisory stating precautionary measures to protect oneself from monsoon-related diseases. Also Read: BMC issues guidelines as Mumbai sees rise in Vector borne diseases in June According to the health advisory, here are some steps that can be taken to prevent water-borne diseases like typhoid: 1. Avoid consuming street food. 2. Drink boiled water. 3. Wash hands or use hand sanitiser before eating. Disclaimer: This is for informational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Kindly consult a qualified medical professional for personalised guidance.
07 July,2025 05:36 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentHaving a planned caesarean section during delivery could be related to an increased risk of leukaemia -- a blood cancer -- later in the child's life, compared with an emergency C-section, a study has found. A C-section delivery of a child involves making a surgical cut in the mother's abdomen and uterus. The need for delivering via a C-section can be planned or arise as an emergency during labour. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet said that exposure of a baby to vaginal bacteria in an emergency C-section -- which usually begins as a vaginal delivery -- could be why planned C-sections carry an increased risk of certain diseases, compared to emergency ones. "We don't want mothers to feel anxious about medically indicated C-sections. But when this result is combined with other study results showing that the risk of later asthma, allergies, or type 1 diabetes increases in children born by planned C-section, there is reason to discuss C-sections that are not medically indicated," lead author Christina-Evmorfia Kampitsi, researcher at Karolinska Institutet, said. The study, published in The International Journal of Cancer, looked at nearly 25 lakh children born in Sweden during 1982-1989 and 1999-2015 from the Medical Birth Register. More than 3.75 lakh of these (15.5 per cent) were born by a C-section, of which 1,495 later developed leukaemia -- a cancer affecting blood and bone marrow. Overall, children born by a C-section were seven per cent more likely to develop acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, compared to those born vaginally. However, compared to an emergency C-section, birth via a planned C-section was associated with a 21 per cent higher risk of developing acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, the most common form of childhood leukaemia. "We observed an increased (acute lymphoblastic leukaemia) risk among children delivered by planned C-section (of 21 per cent)," the authors wrote. Emergency caesarean sections usually begin as a vaginal delivery, which causes stress for the baby and exposure to vaginal bacteria if the amniotic sac has ruptured, they said. A foetus grows and develops in an amniotic sac during pregnancy. However, in planned C-sections -- usually performed before labour has started naturally -- the baby does not experience this stress and is not exposed to vaginal bacteria, the team said. The difference in exposure to vaginal bacteria and immunological factors thereof may help the increased risk of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in a planned -- and not emergency -- C-section, the researchers added. The findings help contribute towards understanding what causes acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in children. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
07 July,2025 02:58 PM IST | Mumbai | PTIExcess weight may increase the risk of developing breast cancer among postmenopausal women with cardiovascular disease, according to a study by the World Health Organization (WHO), published on Monday. Higher body mass index (BMI) is a known risk factor for breast cancer in postmenopausal women. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society CANCER, unravels how the risk differs among women with and without cardiovascular disease or type 2 diabetes. It showed that each 5 kg/m2 increase in BMI was associated with a 31 per cent higher risk of breast cancer in women who developed cardiovascular disease during follow-up and a 13 per cent higher risk in women without cardiovascular disease. The development of type 2 diabetes did not seem to affect breast cancer risk: women with or without type 2 diabetes had a similarly elevated breast cancer risk related to higher BMI. “The findings of this study could be used to inform risk-stratified breast cancer screening programmes,” said a team led by Heinz Freisling, from the WHO’s specialised cancer research team, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). The team analysed data from the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) and UK Biobank on 168,547 postmenopausal women who did not have, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease when they agreed to participate. After a median follow-up of 10.7 years in EPIC and 10.9 years in UK Biobank, 6,793 postmenopausal women developed breast cancer. Further, the study noted that the combination of overweight (BMI≥25 kg/m2) and cardiovascular disease was estimated to lead to 153 more cases of breast cancer per 100,000 people per year than expected. “This study should also inspire future research to include women with a history of cardiovascular diseases in weight loss trials for breast cancer prevention,” Freisling said. The link between excess weight and increased cancer risk is well established. Being overweight or obese increases your risk for 12 cancers, including uterine, kidney, liver, and colorectal cancer. A recent study, published in the journal Nature Communications, showed that that overweight and obese women are more likely to be diagnosed with larger tumours and more advanced-stage breast cancer. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
07 July,2025 02:40 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSHospitalisations due to severe Covid-19 infection, a family history of sudden deaths, as well as lifestyle behaviours are some of the reasons behind the unexplained sudden death, according to a study led by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). The peer-reviewed study published in the Indian Journal of Medical Research explored factors associated with unexplained sudden deaths among adults aged 18-45 years in India. It showed that Covid vaccination was not responsible for sudden and unexplained deaths seen among young and healthy individuals. The study was conducted in 2023, following anecdotal reports of sudden, unexplained deaths in India's apparently healthy young adults, which were linked to Covid-19 infection or vaccination. "Covid-19 vaccination did not increase the risk of unexplained sudden death among young adults in India. Past Covid-19 hospitalisation, family history of sudden death, and certain lifestyle behaviours increased the likelihood of unexplained sudden death,” the researchers said. Using a multicentric matched case-control model, the researchers included 729 cases and 2,916 controls from 47 tertiary care hospitals across India. The cases were apparently healthy individuals aged 18-45 years without any known co-morbidity, who suddenly (were seen apparently healthy 24 hours before death) died of unexplained causes between October 2021 and March 2023. Four controls were included per case matched for age, gender, and neighbourhood. The team interviewed/perused records to collect data on Covid vaccination or infection and post-Covid conditions, family history of sudden death, smoking, recreational drug use, alcohol frequency and binge drinking, and vigorous-intensity physical activity two days before death/interviews. “The results showed that receiving at least one dose of Covid-19 vaccine lowered the odds for unexplained sudden death,” the researchers said. Two doses, further, lowered the odds of unexplained sudden death. On the other hand, “past Covid-19 hospitalisation, family history of sudden death, binge drinking 48 hours before death, use of recreational drug or substance and performing vigorous-intensity physical activity 48 hours before death were positively associated”, the team added. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
07 July,2025 11:23 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSOne in every four school-going adolescents is at risk of developing mental health illness, according to a recent study, that stressed the need for early interventions. The study, led by researchers at the Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute in Puducherry, called for significant intervention at school and home. “Adolescence is a crucial period during which biological and psychosocial changes occur in an individual. One-fourth of the adolescents were found to be at risk of mental health illness, so periodic screening could be done at schools, for early identification and proper treatment of mental disorders,” said researchers including Kavita Vasudevan, Head of Community Medicine at the institute. The study aimed to determine and compare the prevalence and risk factors associated with mental health illness among urban and rural adolescents in Puducherry. The study included adolescents aged 13-17 years attending government schools in urban and rural Puducherry and screened them for mental health status. The findings, published in the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, showed that among 329 adolescents, 25.5 per cent are found to be at risk of mental health illness. The kids from urban areas scored higher in terms of hyperactivity and emotional symptoms compared to rural ones. Among those at risk of mental health illness, a significant difference between urban and rural areas was seen concerning variables like family monthly income and parent’s occupation. Behaviour change and deterioration in academic performance were the most common presentation as perceived by the teachers. The researchers called for early recognition and intervention to boost health outcomes. “Intervention should be made at all levels including school teachers and family members and make them aware of the importance of mental health status,” the team said, while also suggesting life skill education to deal with mental health issues. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
06 July,2025 01:17 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSWomen's mental and physical health took a severe toll than men during the deadly Covid-19 pandemic, finds a study. The study, published in the journal Social Science and Medicine, showed that psychological distress increased for both women and men during the pandemic, with women experiencing a greater rise. The link between health behaviours and mental health weakened for women during the pandemic, with a healthy lifestyle no longer showing a significant connection to mental health. In contrast, these relationships remained consistent for men. Before the pandemic, health behaviours offered greater protective benefits for women's mental health, but during the pandemic, this protective effect became stronger for men, revealed researchers from the University of Aberdeen in Scotland. "We found that women reported poorer overall changes in health behaviours than men during the pandemic. Specifically, women reported fewer days of fruit consumption and smaller reductions in alcohol intake. We also found that psychological distress increased for both women and men during the pandemic, with women experiencing a greater rise," said Professor Paul McNamee, who led the research at the University of Aberdeen. To understand whether the pandemic had differing effects on the health behaviours of women and men, the team analysed national data from January 2015 to March 2023 to compare results pre- and post-pandemic. They found that women were more negatively affected by the pandemic than their male counterparts. "The adverse changes in women's health behaviours compared to men persist through to May 2023, suggesting longer-term effects were likely worsened by financial pressures during this period. It's important we keep tracking these trends," said Dr. Karen Arulsamy from Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore, who was also part of the study. The research called for targeted interventions as during times of heightened stress, women from lower socio-economic backgrounds with caregiving responsibilities have limited ability to maintain levels of social engagement and face more challenges in engaging in healthier behaviours. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
06 July,2025 12:42 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSUS researchers have developed a new artificial intelligence (AI) model that significantly outperforms current clinical guidelines in identifying patients at high risk of sudden cardiac death. The AI system, known as Multimodal AI for Ventricular Arrhythmia Risk Stratification (MAARS), integrates cardiac MRI images with a wide range of patient health records to detect hidden warning signs, offering a new level of precision in cardiovascular risk prediction, Xinhua News Agency reported. The study, published in the journal Nature Cardiovascular Research, focused on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy -- one of the most common inherited heart conditions and a leading cause of sudden cardiac death in young people. "Currently we have patients dying in the prime of their life because they aren't protected and others who are putting up with defibrillators for the rest of their lives with no benefit," said senior author Natalia Trayanova, a researcher focused on using AI in cardiology, at Johns Hopkins University. "We have the ability to predict with very high accuracy whether a patient is at very high risk for sudden cardiac death or not," Trayanova added. Clinical guidelines used in the US and Europe currently have an estimated accuracy of only 50 per cent in identifying at-risk patients. In contrast, the MAARS model demonstrated an overall accuracy of 89 per cent, and 93 per cent for patients aged 40 to 60 -- the group at the greatest risk. The AI model analyses contrast-enhanced MRI scans for patterns of heart scarring -- something that physicians have traditionally found difficult to interpret. By applying deep learning to this previously underused data, the model identifies key predictors of sudden cardiac death. "Our study demonstrates that the AI model significantly enhances our ability to predict those at highest risk compared to our current algorithms and thus has the power to transform clinical care," said co-author Jonathan Chrispin, a Johns Hopkins cardiologist. The team plans to further test the new model on more patients and expand the new algorithm to use with other types of heart diseases, including cardiac sarcoidosis and arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy.
05 July,2025 11:41 AM IST | New York | IANSScientists from the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), Bengaluru, have developed a new low-cost sensor that can help detect toxic sulphur dioxide (SO2) gas responsible for respiratory irritation, asthma attacks, and long-term lung damage, at extremely low concentrations, said the Ministry of Science and Technology on Friday. CeNS, Bengaluru is an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), under the Ministry. SO2 is a toxic air pollutant commonly released from vehicles and industrial emissions, and even minute exposure can cause serious health issues and long-term lung damage. It is hard to detect before it has an adverse effect on health. While real-time monitoring of SO2 levels is essential for human health and environment existing technologies are often expensive, energy-intensive, or unable to detect the gas at trace levels. The team fabricated the sensor by combining two metal oxides -- nickel oxide (NiO) and neodymium nickelate (NdNiO3), through a simple synthesis process. “While NiO acts as the receptor for the gas, NdNiO3 serves as the transducer that efficiently transmits the signal, enabling detection at concentrations as low as 320 ppb, far surpassing the sensitivity of many commercial sensors,” said the researchers, led by Dr. S. Angappane. Angappane and team also developed a portable prototype that incorporates the sensor for real-time SO2 monitoring. “The prototype features a straightforward threshold-based alert system that activates visual indicators, green for safe, yellow for warning, and red for danger, allowing easy interpretation and response, even by users without scientific expertise,” said the researcher, in the paper published in the journal Small. The sensor is compact and lightweight, which makes it suitable for use in industrial areas, urban locations, and enclosed spaces where continuous air quality monitoring is necessary. ‘With its high sensitivity, portability, and user-friendly operation, this sensor system offers a practical solution to monitor and manage SO2 pollution, supporting public health and environmental safety,” said the team, while highlighting the potential of material science to create accessible technologies for real-world challenges. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.
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