News for 'Neurology'

Dasmunsi's condition remains critical

Dasmunsi's condition remains critical

Rediff.com24 Oct 2008

"His medical condition is the same. He continues to remain critical and on life support," said Dr Vineet Suri, consultant, neurology, Indraprastha Apollo hospital.

Manipal University announces 2008 admissions

Manipal University announces 2008 admissions

Rediff.com16 Jan 2008

Manipal University announces admissions guidelines for 2008.

Dasmunsi battling for life in hospital

Dasmunsi battling for life in hospital

Rediff.com22 Oct 2008

"His medical condition continues to remain critical and he is still on life support. There is no change in his condition," said Vineet Suri, consultant, neurology, Indraprastha Apollo hospital.

Answer to human brain's evolution in a fingertip

Answer to human brain's evolution in a fingertip

Rediff.com9 Feb 2008

The new findings may help explain why it takes young children years to develop fine finger muscle coordination and skills such as precision pinching or manipulation, and why fine finger manipulation is so vulnerable to neurological diseases and aging.

Centre rushes team to Kerala after Nipah confirmation

Centre rushes team to Kerala after Nipah confirmation

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

A control room has also been set up and the Strategic Health Operations Centre (SHOC) of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has been activated, phone number for which is 011-23978046, a health ministry statement stated.

Coronavirus: 'Govt needs to allow treatment by private hospitals'

Coronavirus: 'Govt needs to allow treatment by private hospitals'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

'We are going to be overwhelmed by the need for hospital beds. There are simply not enough beds in government hospitals.' 'We will need a large number of medical professionals and without the private sector's involvement, the government won't be able to expand capacity.'

Winter Olympics sidelights: Two Swiss freestyle skiers contract norovirus

Winter Olympics sidelights: Two Swiss freestyle skiers contract norovirus

Rediff.com16 Feb 2018

Two Swiss freestyle skiers have contracted the norovirus, the Swiss team said on Friday, becoming the first confirmed cases among athletes at the Pyeongchang Winter Games.

Maha govt agrees to shift Varavara Rao to Nanavati hospital

Maha govt agrees to shift Varavara Rao to Nanavati hospital

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

Following the intervention of a bench of Justices S S Shinde and Madhav Jamdar, the state said it will shift Rao, 81, who is lodged as an under-trial in the Taloja prison in neighbouring Navi Mumbai, to the Nanavati Hospital as a 'special case'.

Ransomware hits 2 lakh in 150 countries

Ransomware hits 2 lakh in 150 countries

Rediff.com14 May 2017

The threat was 'escalating' as cyber experts warned that another attack was imminent in coming days.

How to train your mind to fight the virus

How to train your mind to fight the virus

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

Rediff reader Ashok Gupta, 60 from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh shares his advice on how to keep COVID-19 away.

Real's Khedira released from hospital following concussion

Real's Khedira released from hospital following concussion

Rediff.com4 Dec 2014

Real Madrid did not specify if he would be out of action for any length of time

Bengali actor, ex-TMC MP Tapas Paul dead

Bengali actor, ex-TMC MP Tapas Paul dead

Rediff.com18 Feb 2020

Paul, who was in Mumbai to visit his daughter, complained of chest pain at the Mumbai airport during his return to Kolkata and was rushed to a hospital in Juhu but died around 4 am, they said.

Kids do suffer strokes: doctors

Kids do suffer strokes: doctors

Rediff.com4 May 2007

Strokes in children may occur even more often than brain tumors, says Jordan, but unlike cancer, sadly, strokes in children are sometimes not recognised and treated, or at least not as early as they should be.

Is your loved one at risk of Alzheimer's?

Is your loved one at risk of Alzheimer's?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

It is necessary to take your memory loss seriously, warns Dr Madhuri Behari.

'Golfers dream of green jackets, not Olympic gold'

'Golfers dream of green jackets, not Olympic gold'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2016

An Olympic gold medal was not the pinnacle of the sport for golfers according to world number four Rory McIlroy, and he had no concerns about his decision to withdraw from the Rio de Janeiro Games.

Academic programmes at Chitra Tirunal Institute

Academic programmes at Chitra Tirunal Institute

Rediff.com16 Sep 2003

The Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvanathapuram, invites applications for admission to its academic programmes.

Swine flu: How to protect yourself and be safe

Swine flu: How to protect yourself and be safe

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

If you are pregnant or obese you are at higher risk of swine flu.

Karnataka cancels Biocon's licence

Karnataka cancels Biocon's licence

Rediff.com3 Apr 2006

COVID-19 vaccine: The Need for Caution

COVID-19 vaccine: The Need for Caution

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

History shows us that even effective vaccines could have unknown side effects that could develop over time, warns former Cabinet Secetary K M Chandrasekhar.

5 reasons why yoga is a must for all entrepreneurs

5 reasons why yoga is a must for all entrepreneurs

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

Yoga improves the flow of oxygen to the brain and thus keeps depression at bay.

Merck re-enters India

Merck re-enters India

Rediff.com22 Jul 2005

Global Pharma company Merck & Co on Friday announced its re-entry into India through its fully owned subsidiary MST Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd.

Can your BMI really kill you?

Can your BMI really kill you?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2018

A study has analysed how body mass index is linked to mortality.

Meningococcemia case reported in Jaipur

Meningococcemia case reported in Jaipur

Rediff.com9 May 2005

A first case of meningococcemia was reported in Jaipur on Monday at the Jaykay Lone Children Hospital.

Formula One: Marussia driver Bianchi still unconscious, rehab therapy begins

Formula One: Marussia driver Bianchi still unconscious, rehab therapy begins

Rediff.com31 Dec 2014

French Formula One driver Jules Bianchi remains unconscious but has begun a programme of rehabilitation therapy, his family said in a statement on Tuesday.

In India, 3 of 4 companies adulterating, mis-branding food go unpunished

In India, 3 of 4 companies adulterating, mis-branding food go unpunished

Rediff.com8 Jul 2015

Adulterated food can cause cancer, insomnia and other neurological problems, and adulteration is a growing concern across India

Tapping the $ 6 billion Indian healthcare biz

Tapping the $ 6 billion Indian healthcare biz

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

"In India, the sector will grow to $10 billion by 2018," predicts Vishal Bali, co-founder, Medwell Ventures, in an interview with Apurva Venkat.

You could have dementia if...

You could have dementia if...

Rediff.com27 Jul 2018

Researchers found those who had orthostatic hypotension at the beginning of the study had a 54 per cent higher risk of developing dementia

Can you get a brain stroke?

Can you get a brain stroke?

Rediff.com24 Jun 2005

'Slapped' into submission

'Slapped' into submission

Rediff.com9 Dec 2003

Unprecedented cyber attacks wreak global havoc, India hit too

Unprecedented cyber attacks wreak global havoc, India hit too

Rediff.com13 May 2017

Security researchers with Kaspersky Lab have recorded more than 45,000 attacks in 99 countries, including the UK, Russia, Ukraine, India, China, Italy, and Egypt.

Why these six-decade old shoes were sold for a massive $412,000!

Why these six-decade old shoes were sold for a massive $412,000!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2015

The pair of running shoes worn by Roger Bannister when the Briton ran the first sub-four minute mile in 1954 were sold by auctioneers Christie's on Thursday for 266,500 pounds ($412,062.30).

'My father is a ragpicker. I want to be a neurosurgeon'

'My father is a ragpicker. I want to be a neurosurgeon'

Rediff.com23 Jul 2018

Asharam Choudhary, son of a ragpicker battled the odds to study at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi.

Medtronic plans R&D alliances

Medtronic plans R&D alliances

Rediff.com7 Apr 2003

Fear of the future provokes mental health crisis

Fear of the future provokes mental health crisis

Rediff.com14 Sep 2020

The young are most vulnerable to self-harm and suicidal ideas at this time.

F1 drivers to honour De Villota at Suzuka

F1 drivers to honour De Villota at Suzuka

Rediff.com12 Oct 2013

Formula One drivers will hold a minute's silence at the Japanese Grand Prix on Sunday and dedicate the winner's podium to the late Marussia test driver Maria De Villota, they said on Saturday.

WHO chief going to the Olympics, says Zika risk low

WHO chief going to the Olympics, says Zika risk low

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

The risk of Zika virus infections at the Olympic Games is both low and manageable, the chief of the World Health Organisation said on Friday, a week before the event kicks off in Rio de Janeiro. Nearly half a million people are expected to visit for the Games, many from the United States. Worries about security, the Zika virus and an economic crisis could deter travelers, with just under a third of event tickets as yet unsold. Brazil has been hardest hit by the disease outbreak, and many physicians, competitors and potential visitors have expressed fears the Olympics could serve as a catalyst to spread the virus globally.

It's a miracle how this man is still alive!

It's a miracle how this man is still alive!

Rediff.com24 May 2015

A 29-year-old British man, who had his head ripped from his spine in an horrific car crash, has miraculously survived after a rare operation done by an Indian-origin doctor.

Will Bouchard join compatriot Raonic in skipping Rio Olympics?

Will Bouchard join compatriot Raonic in skipping Rio Olympics?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2016

Canadian tennis player Eugenie Bouchard is undecided about her participation in next month's Rio Olympics over concerns about the Zika virus, the 22-year-old said.

Will withdrawals hurt golf's future at Olympics?

Will withdrawals hurt golf's future at Olympics?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) may reconsider golf's place on the programme due to the growing number of big-name withdrawals from the Rio Games, former Ryder Cup captain Colin Montgomerie has said.

After row with hospital, Eman to be shifted to UAE for further treatment

After row with hospital, Eman to be shifted to UAE for further treatment

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

The privately-owned Saifee Hospital announced that Eman is being shifted to Burjeel Hospital in the UAE, a move that comes amid allegations by her sister Shaimaa Selim that she was not receiving proper treatment.