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The government should take necessary steps to regulate responsible self-medication. (Photo: Pixabay)

Professor developing cheap sickle cell medication

Drug re-purposing means the use of an existing drug, or its compounds, to treat an entirely different disease.

13 March 2019 4:06 AM IST

The state has decided to allow bullock cart races for cultural purposes.

Police stop bullock cart race in Thane

The apex court has declared bullock cart races as illegal, said PETA member, Meet Ashar.

12 March 2019 3:22 AM IST

Snus use has been linked to a decrease in tobacco smoking and smoking related diseases. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Govt introduces Nirmal' to fight tobacco addiction

Tobacco use is one of the major hurdles in the path of economic development among low-income communities in the country.

10 March 2019 7:03 AM IST

Swine flu is an infection caused by one of the several swine influenza viruses (SIV), with the H1N1 strain being the most common across the country. (Photo: ANI)

State sees 30 Swine flu deaths in Jan, Feb alone

In the state, Nagpur witnessed the highest number of swine flu deaths with nine people falling prey to the disease.

8 March 2019 3:59 AM IST

Sewri TB hospital is yet to receive CSR funds.

Fear keeping doctors away from TB hospital

Major surgeries have been pending since the past few months, as resident doctors are not joining the TB Hospital for...

6 March 2019 4:00 AM IST

FSSAI taking 360 degree approach to food safety and healthy nutrition to prevent food borne infections and disease.

Eateries must maintain record of oil usage: FSSAI

From now onwards, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) will keep a track record of usage of oil.

25 Feb 2019 6:48 AM IST

Bhabha Atomic Research Centre

DAV increases radioisotope production to meet demand

When asked, BRIT scientists said that till 2020, there won't be any problems of demand and supply regarding T99.

24 Feb 2019 8:22 AM IST

The government has proposed to halve the income tax to 5 per cent for those earning between Rs 2,50,000 and Rs 5,00,000 per annum, in a relief to the middle class.

I-T sleuths seize Rs 6 crore from pvt medical practioners

The raids have been carried out at six places across the state.

23 Feb 2019 2:53 AM IST

Minor was allegedly raped in a IB school in Andheri.

JJ Hospital sweeper held for making lewd gestures at minor

Initially, the victim ignored Waghela but he continued making lewd gestures past midnight.

19 Feb 2019 2:08 AM IST

The state health department has taken this decision with the aim of encouraging maximum doctors to work and serve in rural areas. (Representational Image)

Maharashtra Medical Council seeks control over private hospitals

A draft of the amendment will be sent to the government for its approval.

18 Feb 2019 1:54 AM IST

He is accused of assaulting and raping another woman between 2008 and 2010 (Photo: Pixabay)

Slum dwellers manhandle journalists at reclamation

The injured photographers were identified as Prashant Waydande and Satish Bate.

15 Feb 2019 2:15 AM IST

The health ministry has also recommended vaccination for healthcare workers and other priority groups.

Swine flu kills 17, affects 204 in Maharashtra

Virus has so far affected over 9,000 persons all over country.

13 Feb 2019 3:19 AM IST