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Natural Covid resistance may pave way for universal vaccine
According to researchers at the University College London, understanding this mechanism of resistance can lead to the development of universal vaccines against the debilitating virus, the BBC reported. In the study published in the journal Nature, the team closely monitored hospital staff during the first wave of the pandemic -- including by taking regular blood samples.
Life will return to normal, Covid may continue like common cold : Emminent physician
Discussing the pandemic the gastroenterologist said that seeing death is very normal to the doctors but witnessing the entire families wiped out in some cases during this pandemic, was entirely different and miserable. Recalling how the doctors themselves were clueless to deal with it initially, the physician said, “We were frightened. It was like a soldier going to war without weapons. To add to it, WHO predictions were like our weather predictions."
The birth of Sufism in Kashmir
Sufism is a corridor to expansion of consciousness and realization of self and the universe as a whole. It unlocks the innate spiritual and intuitive abilities of the practitioner while bringing about a holy communion with God through a personal relationship with the Divine. They emphasized on seven stages to be one with God: Repentance, Abstinence, Renunciation, Poverty, Patience, Trust in God, and Submission to the will of God.
A crucial step to enhancing pneumonia care
In 2018, 9,28,485 people were affected by pneumonia nationwide. At 16.9 per cent, it also forms the second highest cause of infant mortality in India. (ii) Caused by virus, bacteria or fungi, pneumonia inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs, making breathing painful by limiting oxygen intake. The most common cause of bacterial pneumonia is streptococcus pneumonia.
Key trends in festive fashion
People from across the country explored various styles and brands, especially in fusion ethnic and affordable ethnic wear. Flipkart, India ka fashion capital, shares some interesting trends observed for festive 2021. Pleated gold-accented sarees with Banarasi, Kanjivaram and Bandhani were preferred by young women today.
Airbnb reveals the most sought-after holiday season destinations for Indians
As tourists in India have started flocking to cooler destinations, the resort town of Manali continues to remain a favourite, offering gorgeous mountain views, trekking trails, and relaxing retreats. Its close cousins Shimla and Darjeeling are also some of the most searched destinations in India.
Males more at risk of diabetes than females: Report
Prediabetes is a serious health condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as Type-2 diabetes. The new report by SRL Diagnostics analysed a total of 21, 88,761 samples of HbA1c -- a test to gauge glucose levels -- from January 2017 till September 2021 in India.
Post-Covid fatigue is most prevalent in diabetes patients: Study
Post-Covid syndrome or Long Covid has emerged as a major roadblock in the recovery of patients infected with SARS-CoV-2. Amidst many symptoms such as myalgia (muscle pain), headache, cough and breathlessness, fatigue is most prevalent and makes a Covid patient severely debilitated. The first-of-its-kind study, conducted jointly by Fortis C-DOC, AIIMS, C-NET, N-DOC and Diabetes Foundation, is published in the journal Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Reviews.
Upcoming Collectors Choice Auction features rare masterpieces by leading Indian modernists
While works by the members of the Progressive Artists Group remain highly sought after, collectors are looking to diversify their collections with significant works by other celebrated names across the spectrum of Modern Indian art can find rare picks in the upcoming auction.
Why shopaholics love virtual shopping
Furthermore, it is estimated that in 2023, e-Commerce retail purchases are expected to rise from 14.1 percent to 22 per cent [Statista, 2021]. Although the convenience of shopping online is without a doubt attractive to those who aren't blessed with patience, it's not just the speed at which one receives purchases that have increased.
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