Thailand has approved a proposal to classify hantavirus as a highly communicable disease, introducing strict reporting and control measures. Hospitals must report suspected cases within three hours, begin testing within 12 hours, and impose a 42-day quarantine for high-risk contacts. Authorities warn the virus can spread through infected rodents and potentially via airborne particles.
Aviva India MD and CEO Asit Rath told The Core that many Indian families remain underinsured despite rising medical costs and retirement uncertainty. He said term insurance is harder to sell than savings products because customers often misunderstand protection cover, while trust, awareness and clearer advice remain central to closing the insurance gap.
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Gujarat State Yoga Board will organise around 225 Summer Yoga Camps for children aged 7 to 15 from May 16 to 30. The initiative aims to promote healthy lifestyles, reduce excessive screen time, and encourage physical and mental well-being during summer vacations. Camps will include yoga, meditation, breathing exercises, and activities focused on discipline and positivity.
Dhanurasana, or Bow Pose, may help improve kidney health by boosting blood circulation and supporting the function of vital organs, according to India's AYUSH Ministry. The yoga pose also enhances flexibility, digestion, breathing capacity, and stress management. Experts advise people with back pain, hernia, or high blood pressure to seek medical guidance before practicing it.
Ahmedabad Civil Hospital has crossed 1,000 organ and tissue donations in six years, reinforcing its role as a major cadaveric donation centre in India. Officials said 240 donors contributed 794 organs and 238 tissues, helping save many lives. In the latest case, a brain-dead road accident victim's family donated his organs to benefit three critically ill patients.
Africa Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has urged stronger hantavirus preparedness as many African nations lack adequate surveillance and response systems. Officials warned that nearly 40% of countries cannot effectively detect suspected cases, increasing the risk of undetected outbreaks. The agency is also boosting laboratory capacity while monitoring rising Ebola cases.
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Yoga can help manage arthritis by reducing joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation while improving flexibility and mobility. According to India's AYUSH Ministry, regular yoga practice strengthens joints and surrounding muscles, helping people perform daily activities more comfortably. Experts recommend asanas like Gomukhasana, Tadasana, and Pawanmuktasana.
Calley Means, US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy’s advisor, says India's traditional food habits may offer valuable lessons against rising lifestyle diseases linked to ultra-processed foods. He praised practices like home-cooked meals, fasting and regular exercise for supporting metabolic health.
On the occasion of National Dengue Day on May 16, Dr Amol Jaybhaye, an infectious diseases expert, suggested ways to prevent dengue. He urged people to deter mosquito breeding sites by cleaning water coolers weekly, covering storage containers, preventing water accumulation, cleaning drains & rooftops regularly, clearing stagnant water at construction sites and frequently changing pet water bowls.
Doctors at a hospital in Faridabad removed an 80-year-old patient's stomach tumour without any external cuts using advanced endoscopic surgery. The minimally invasive procedure allowed the patient to recover quickly and return home within 24 hours. Experts say the scarless approach may especially benefit elderly and high-risk patients who cannot tolerate major abdominal surgery.
