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02 Jul

No link between COVID-19 vaccines and sudden deaths: ICMR and AIIMS’s Study

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHealth, India, TrendingCovid 19

New Delhi (National Times): The matter of sudden unexplained deaths has been investigated through several agencies in the country. These studies have conclusively established that there is no direct link between COVID 19 vaccination and the reports of sudden deaths in the country. Studies by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) affirm that COVID-19 vaccines in India are safe and effective, with extremely rare instances of serious side effects. Sudden cardiac deaths can result from a wide range of factors, including genetics, lifestyle, pre-existing conditions, and post-COVID complications. The ICMR and NCDC…

30 Jun

Expanding Rural Surgeries Could Ease BC’s Wait Times, New Study Suggests

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Health, TrendingBritish Columbia

Vancouver, BC (Richa Walia): A new study has found that increasing the number of low-risk surgeries performed in rural hospitals could significantly reduce British Columbia’s growing surgical wait times, without compromising on patient safety or care quality. Published in the Canadian Journal of Surgery, the study compared outcomes of patients undergoing minor procedures at rural facilities such as Creston Valley Hospital, with those treated at larger urban hospitals in Kelowna, Kamloops, Cranbrook, and Prince George. The research found no difference in patient outcomes, regardless of whether surgeries were performed by general practitioners with enhanced surgical training or by specialist surgeons.…

29 Jun

Dr. Naval Kishore Advocates for Yoga and Ayurveda as Essential Components of Modern Wellness

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHealthAyurveda, Dr. Naval Kishore, Modern Wellness, Yoga

National Times Bureau - In an era where stress and lifestyle-related illnesses are pervasive across all demographics, wellness expert Dr. Naval Kishore is championing a return to ancient Indian traditions, Yoga and Ayurveda, as potent tools for achieving optimal health and balance in contemporary life.Addressing a recent wellness seminar attended by community leaders, healthcare professionals, and members of the public, Dr. Kishore underscored that Yoga and Ayurveda are not merely remedies, but comprehensive lifestyles that facilitate mental, physical, and emotional harmony."Dr. Naval Kishore stated that in today's world, stress is ubiquitous, Yoga offers a pathway to inner serenity and clarity,…

24 Feb

WHO and Encephalitis International Warn of Growing Global Threat

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHealthEncephalitis, Global Concern, health, WHO

February 24, 2025: The World Health Organization (WHO) and Encephalitis International have launched a critical Technical Brief on Encephalitis in London, identifying the condition as an urgent global public health priority. The report highlights the increasing burden of encephalitis worldwide and calls for immediate action in prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and research. Why Encephalitis is a Growing Concern Encephalitis is a life-threatening brain inflammation that can result from infections (such as Japanese Encephalitis and Scrub Typhus) or autoimmune disorders where the immune system mistakenly attacks the brain. It can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or location, often leading to severe…