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Antibiotic-resistant infections kill more patients & are more expensive to treat: Study

Antibiotic-resistant infections kill more patients & are more expensive to treat: Study

An ICMR study conducted from 2022 to 2025 has found that hospitalised patients are more likely to die from antibiotic-resistant Gram-negative bacteria than from infections caused by drug-susceptible strains. Treating antibiotic-resistant gram-negative bacteria is more expensive too. Gram-negative bacteria affect body parts like the lungs, urinary tract, and even the bloodstream.

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Indian Express 5:08 PM • 1 Sept 2026
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Bengaluru man finds 'smoked beedi' in Zomato pav bhaji order

Bengaluru man finds 'smoked beedi' in Zomato pav bhaji order

A Bengaluru man, Priyam Tahabilder, claimed he found a fully smoked beedi on the plate with his pav bhaji ordered through Zomato. His social media post went viral, prompting users to question restaurant hygiene and responsibility. Zomato reportedly contacted him and offered a Rs 100 coupon. Meanwhile, netizens reacted with jokes, including one calling it an "extra smoke flavor"

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Free Press Journal 2:34 PM • 1 Sept 2026
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I Lost 26 Kgs — Zylo AI Calorie Tracker Made It Possible, it's the best calorie Tracker I have used

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Shocked by scale: Tukaram Mundhe after food labelling racket busted in Maha

Shocked by scale: Tukaram Mundhe after food labelling racket busted in Maha

Maharashtra FDA chief Tukaram Mundhe said he was "shocked by the scale" after an illegal firm in Navi Mumbai was busted for changing expiry dates and nutritional ​information on packed food items so that they could be exported to other countries. The firm altered the expiry date of Lay's, Kurkure, Maggi, Knorr, etc. "It's been done ​systematically," Mundhe added.

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Reuters 2:21 PM • 1 Sept 2026
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Sister gives brother gift of life with kidney donation

Sister gives brother gift of life with kidney donation

Ahead of Rakshabandhan, 47-year-old Jyoti Meghnathi from Junagadh donated her kidney to her 44-year-old brother, a primary school teacher from Morbi, who was battling chronic kidney disease. The living donor transplant was successfully performed at Marengo CIMS Hospital, Ahmedabad, on August 25. Both siblings are recovering well after the surgery.

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Medical Dialogues 11:57 AM • 1 Sept 2026
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India, Kazakhstan sign MoU to boost specialist healthcare access

India, Kazakhstan sign MoU to boost specialist healthcare access

Yashoda Medicity has signed a three-year MoU with Kazakhstan's Turkistan City to strengthen healthcare cooperation. The agreement will facilitate patient referrals, second opinions, tele-consultations and specialised treatment in India. It will also support training and knowledge exchange for healthcare professionals, while improving access to advanced medical care.

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Medical Dialogues 11:54 AM • 1 Sept 2026
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Why men with heart disease face higher cancer risk

Why men with heart disease face higher cancer risk

New research suggests men with cardiovascular disease face a higher risk of developing and dying from cancer. Scientists identified smoking, obesity and excessive alcohol consumption as key drivers, with the strongest links seen in lung and esophageal cancers. Experts recommend stronger prevention, risk management and targeted screening to reduce this health inequality.

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Times Now 9:57 AM • 1 Sept 2026
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Zylo AI Calorie Tracker

From Tracking to Transformation, My Journey with Zylo AI Calorie Counter

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5 children hospitalised after suspected food poisoning in Patiala

5 children hospitalised after suspected food poisoning in Patiala

Students at a private school in Patiala fell ill, with suspected food poisoning. Five children were hospitalised, while others received first aid. Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh ordered an investigation to determine the cause. The hospitalised children are stable and recovering, officials said.

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Medical Dialogues 9:52 AM • 1 Sept 2026
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Haryana launches SAMRIDDHI to cut maternal, neonatal deaths

Haryana launches SAMRIDDHI to cut maternal, neonatal deaths

Haryana is implementing the SAMRIDDHI initiative to reduce maternal and neonatal deaths by digitally monitoring every pregnant woman from pregnancy to postpartum care. The system will identify high-risk pregnancies, send timely alerts and connect women with healthcare facilities. A state-level command centre and 102 Maternal and Child Health Call Centre will support monitoring and guidance.

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Medical Dialogues 9:41 AM • 1 Sept 2026
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Brain-gut signals may predict antidepressant response early

Brain-gut signals may predict antidepressant response early

Researchers at IIT Kanpur and GSVM Medical College found that brain and gut electrical signals, combined with clinical symptoms, may predict antidepressant response within 7-10 days. The study of 206 participants showed the model could identify likely nonresponders early, potentially reducing the usual 4-6-week wait and supporting more personalised depression treatment.

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Medical Dialogues 7:39 AM • 1 Sept 2026
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Brain-dead woman's organ donation gives four new hope

Brain-dead woman's organ donation gives four new hope

A 41-year-old brain-dead woman at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital gave four patients a chance at life after her family consented to donate her heart, liver and two kidneys. The heart was allocated to a patient at UN Mehta Hospital, while the liver and kidneys will be transplanted at IKDRC Hospital.

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Medical Dialogues 7:37 AM • 1 Sept 2026
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