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Fetus in fetu - The Hindu

Fetus in fetu – The Hindu

The presence of a twin inside the body of the other twin may go undetected for years. Photograph used for representational purposes only At the moment of conception, twins begin a lifelong relationship that scientists think might answer some of life’s profound questions. While twinning is generally considered to be a natural and scientific marvel,

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Understanding the challenges of malaria vaccination, as elimination becomes achievable

The  R21/Matrix-M vaccine enhances the immune response with a stronger adjuvant and has shown 77% efficacy over 12 months. The WHO’s recent declaration of Georgia as the 45th country to eliminate malaria is a significant milestone. Yet, even as we celebrate this achievement, a lingering question remains: if smallpox has been eradicated, why does malaria

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Understanding the challenges of malaria vaccination, as elimination becomes achievable

The World Health Organization’s recent declaration of Georgia as the 45th country to eliminate malaria is a significant milestone. Yet, even as we celebrate this achievement, a lingering question remains: if smallpox has been eradicated, why does malaria persist, and why is its vaccine far less effective than those for viral diseases? Despite decades of

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Direct rule in violence-hit Indian state after chief minister quits

Getty Images Biren Singh’s resignation came almost two years after violence broke out in Manipur The Indian government has brought the troubled north-eastern state of Manipur under direct federal rule days after Chief Minister N Biren Singh resigned. Singh, from India’s governing Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), quit on Sunday after facing months of pressure to

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Exclusive: Meet Chef Parth Bajaj: Engineer-Turned-Chef Who Is Stirring Up The Internet

Chef Parth Bajaj did not follow the usual playbook. An industrial engineering graduate from Nagpur, he ditched machines for marinades and taught himself how to cook. Now, he is not just a self-taught chef but also a TV show host and a TEDx speaker. Social media became his stage, where he turned his love for

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This superfood can prevent aggressive type of colon cancer, finds study

Colon cancer is rising exponentially among youth and while the reasons behind the sharp spike in recent years remain unclear, experts feel unhealthy diets, lack of physical activity, and being overweight could be driving the number of cases. The gut microbiome houses an astounding 1,000 species of microorganisms and plays a crucial role in maintaining

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Ahead of Valentine’s Day, turning the spotlight on congenital heart disease

In India, congenital heart disease affects approximately 2.5 lakh newborns annually. Photograph used for representational purposes only | Photo Credit: Getty Images As we celebrate Valentine’s Week, showering love and affection on our dear ones, another crucial aspect of heart health often goes unnoticed. This week also marks Congenital Heart Awareness Week, a time to

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