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Animals passing deadly bacteria to humans: Study

Animals passing deadly bacteria to humans: Study

The researchers discovered that bacteria can be transmitted between pets and humans by petting, touching, or kissing and through the handling of faeces

14 April,2024 10:53 AM IST | London | IANS
Captain Vijayakanth death: Trisha Krishnan, Vikram pay tribute to the actor

Captain Vijayakanth death: Trisha Krishnan, Vikram pay tribute to the actor

Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) founder-leader and actor Vijayakanth passed away in Chennai, aged 71, after testing positive for COVID-19 on Thursday. Trisha Krishnan and actor Vikram paid tribute to the legendary late actor

28 December,2023 05:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
TN govt announces state honours for Vijayakanth's funeral

TN govt announces state honours for Vijayakanth's funeral

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Thursday announced full state honours for DMDK founder-leader Vijayakanth's funeral. In his condolence message, Stalin expressed shock and grief over Vijayakanth's death and hailed him as an achiever; both as an actor and as a leader in public life.

28 December,2023 11:41 AM IST | Chennai | PTI
Respiratory problems that threatened lungs in 2023

Respiratory problems that threatened lungs in 2023

In 2023, a range of health issues, including heart, neurological, orthopedic, and respiratory problems, affected many people. Air pollution emerged as a significant factor contributing to lung problems

19 December,2023 09:48 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Protecting children from respiratory illnesses during winter key: Expert

Protecting children from respiratory illnesses during winter key: Expert

A large number of children suffer from common colds, coughs, and fever. Timely treatment is crucial for their speedy recovery

13 December,2023 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
'Misleading': Govt dismisses report linking pneumonia cases in AIIMS to China

'Misleading': Govt dismisses report linking pneumonia cases in AIIMS to China

The seven cases were detected as part of an ongoing study at AIIMS Delhi during the six-month period (April to September) and there "is no cause for worry"

07 December,2023 02:08 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Pneumonia outbreak in China: Centre asks states to review readiness

Pneumonia outbreak in China: Centre asks states to review readiness

Ministry advisory comes against surge in respiratory illnesses in children in China

27 November,2023 02:16 AM IST | New Delhi | Agencies
WHO asks China for more info on rise in illnesses, pneumonia clusters

WHO asks China for more info on rise in illnesses, pneumonia clusters

Scientists not convinced recent spike in respiratory illnesses signals start of a global outbreak

25 November,2023 05:23 AM IST | Geneva | Agencies
Health experts on why it is important to take the lung infection seriously

Mid-Day Premium Health experts on why it is important to take the lung infection seriously

With the winter season here and pollution in Mumbai, it’s important to take care of ourselves. As people observed World Pneumonia Day on November 12, mid-day.com spoke to health experts to learn more about the disease. They also highlight why people should get themselves checked and avoid self-medication to deal with it

13 November,2023 10:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
To help battle respiratory issues hospital in Mumbai sets up intensive care unit

To help battle respiratory issues hospital in Mumbai sets up intensive care unit

This specialised intensive respiratory care unit is specifically designed for the comprehensive management of complex respiratory conditions that have seen a surge post-pandemic and recently aggravated due to poor air quality in Mumbai

05 November,2023 02:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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