TOI Health News Morning Briefing| Parents to sue Covishield maker, new COVID variants FLiRT in India, death of young boy after eating noodles, why is menopause misunderstood and more

Parents claim death due to Covishield, to file lawsuit against Serum Institute of India
Families across India plan legal action against Pune's Serum Institute of India (SII) and government officials over alleged Covid vaccine-related deaths. Eight victims hailed from Kerala, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Kapurthala. This follows AstraZeneca's admission in a UK court about its vaccine causing Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS).

FLiRT variants in IndiaCases of FLiRT COVID variants which are currently spreading faster in the US have been recorded in India. As per reports, 91 cases of the new Covid-19 Omicron subvariant KP.2 has been recorded in Maharashtra. The first such cases were identified in January and by April, the variant was already a dominant strain in that region. Cases have been identified in Pune, Thane, Amravati, Aurangabad, Solapur, Ahmednagar, Nashik, Latur and Sanglione.

7-year-old boy dies after eating instant noodlesReportedly, the entire family ate instant noodles and rice on Thursday evening. Soon after, the 7 year old, along with his two siblings, mother, and maternal aunts, Sanju and Sanjana, fell ill. They were promptly taken to a private hospital on Friday and then shifted to the local Community Health Centre (CHC) for additional care. Tragically, the young boy passed away en route to the center.

Morning habits that can reduce cholesterol level
Starting your day with healthy habits sets the stage for enhanced health and well-being. Incorporating specific morning routines into your daily regimen can aid in naturally reducing cholesterol levels. Here are nine scientifically backed morning practices that may lead to lower cholesterol levels in as little as a month.

What happens when you stop consuming sugar?
Sugar is present in various foods, from beverages to sauces. Yet, excessive intake can profoundly affect health. Often, we consume more sugar than realized, leading to diverse health issues. But what unfolds when you cut sugar from your diet? Below are the changes your body undergoes post sugar elimination.

Can mixing ginger and garlic reduce its benefits
Both ginger and garlic are renowned for their myriad health benefits, spanning from bolstering the immune system to aiding digestion. Employed for centuries in traditional medicine, these ingredients hold significant therapeutic value. Nonetheless, there's a prevailing notion that combining ginger and garlic might diminish their respective advantages. But does this assertion hold merit?

Morning stretches to help you lose weight
Commencing your day with a handful of basic stretches can greatly benefit your weight loss endeavors. Morning stretches not only enhance flexibility and lower injury risks but also rev up metabolism, fostering calorie burn all day long. Here are six simple morning stretches to support your weight loss journey.