Netilmicin

Introduction The World Health Organisation defines fall as “an event which results in a person coming to rest inadvertently on the ground or floor or other lower level.” About 684,000 falls are reported each year worldwide involving all ages1. However, accidental falls are more common in the elderly (over the age of 65 years). An […]

Introduction The prostate is a small gland in the male reproductive system, which is located below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It surrounds the urethra, the tube that carries urine and semen out of the body. The main function of the prostate is to produce a white, milky fluid called semen that […]

Introduction Liraglutide is a medicine belonging to the group of GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RA) typically used for management of diabetes. It works like the body’s natural hormone GLP-1, which helps lower blood sugar by increasing insulin reducing glucagon (a hormone that raises blood sugar), and slowing how quickly food leaves the stomach so sugar […]

Introduction In India, obesity is on the rise, especially in cities, where almost 4 out of 10 adults are affected. This can increase the risk of serious health problems like high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease1,2. Wegovy is a prescription medicine that contains semaglutide, a medicine belonging to the GLP-1 receptor agonist […]

Introduction Cervical cancer remains a major public health challenge, ranking as the fourth most common cancer among women worldwide1. In India, it is the second most common cancer in women. By 2025, the burden of this cancer in India projected to reach 1.5 million Disability-Adjusted Life Years (DALYs), a measure that combines years of life […]

Introduction Cervical cancer can develop as a result of a sexually transmitted infection with specific types of human papillomavirus (HPV). Although not all cervical cancers are HPV-related, this is usually is a common cause1. HPV is a group of over 200 related viruses, some of which can be transmitted via sexual contact (vaginal, anal, or […]