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[ad_1] Last Updated: January 29, 2023, 22:47 IST Hansen’s disease or Leprosy is an infectious disease caused by slow-growing bacteria called Mycobacterium leprae. (Representative image: Shutterstock) World Leprosy Day 2023: The aim is to create awareness about a disease that still reports over 200 thousand people every year, according to the World Health Organization WORLD LEPROSY DAY 2023: World Leprosy Day is observed on the fourth Sunday in January every year. The aim is to create awareness about a disease that still reports over 200 thousand people every year, according to the World Health Organization. Hansen’s disease or Leprosy is an infectious disease caused by slow-growing bacteria called Mycobacterium leprae. (Representative image: Shutterstock) According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention, the bacteria affect the nerves, skin, eyes, and lining of the nose. It is totally curable if the disease is diagnosed and treated early. Every year, WHO announces a t...

[ad_1] You’re not imagining it: Covid-19 cases are on the rise again. Fortunately, since a vast majority of Americans have some sort of immunity, either from vaccination or a prior infection, or both, most people who get infected now will have a mild illness. And while there are multiple strains circulating (nearly all of them descendants of the omicron XBB variant), they are unlikely to cause the “wildfire spreading” that occurred with the delta variant and the first omicron variant, said Dr. David Boulware , a professor of medicine specializing in infectious diseases at the University of Minnesota Medical School. That includes EG.5, which was recently named a “variant under monitoring” by the World Health Organization and now accounts for about 17% of U.S. cases. “I’m not sure if it’s a surge, per se, or just uptick,” Boulware said of the current situation. Either way, he added, it’s a reminder “that, yes, Covid still exists.” Below is a quick refresher on how to navigate an ...

[ad_1] WHO recently issued guidelines regarding Non-Sugar Sweeteners WHO recommends the consumption of beverages or food items made of artificial sweeteners with or without sugar be reduced. The World Health Organisation (WHO) recently issued recommendations cautioning against the consumption of non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) products. WHO emphasized that using NSS products as a substitute for free sugars, such as sugar or jaggery, does not offer the intended benefits. Contrary to popular belief, NSS does not aid in weight reduction or effectively manage conditions like diabetes. Instead, excessive use of NSS may elevate the risk of non-communicable diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular issues, and premature mortality among younger individuals. Non-sugar sweeteners refer to various artificial sweeteners widely used in daily life. These include chocolates, soft drinks, packaged juices, cakes, and soy shakes available in the market. The WHO’s recommendations and guidel...