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Roche’s subcutaneous Tecentriq can be given in about seven minutes, cutting infusion time dramatically. But its impact in India will depend on patient selection, local post-marketing data, hospital readiness and whether a costly immunotherapy can become accessible beyond large private cancer centres

Young adults are experiencing hair loss earlier due to modern lifestyles, including stress, poor sleep, and nutritional deficiencies, exacerbating genetic predispositions. Advanced treatments like GFC therapy, Regenera Activa, and exosome therapy offer new hope. However, foundational health, including diet and stress management, remains crucial for effective hair restoration and better outcomes.

India faces a significant hepatitis burden, contributing to a high number of global deaths. Despite progress in reducing infections, the world is off track to meet 2030 elimination targets due to gaps in vaccination, screening, and treatment access. Viral hepatitis remains a major public health threat.

The UAE has approved Foundayo (orforglipron), Eli Lilly's once-daily oral obesity pill, becoming one of the first countries globally to offer a needle-free alternative. This GLP-1 receptor agonist mimics natural hormones to regulate appetite and blood sugar, aiding weight loss and improving metabolic health. Available by prescription from May 2026, it's intended for long-term use alongside lifestyle changes.

Serum Institute of India (SII) invested in IntegriMedical, a med tech firm, for needle-free injection system tech. The partnership aims to provide 'health for all' and 'transform healthcare globally' by ensuring patient comfort, reducing needle-stick injuries, and enhancing liquid medication efficacy with N-FIS.

Parents can support toddlers' holistic development through creative meals, needle-free vaccinations, outdoor play for motor skills, group activities for social interaction, and music to enhance cognitive abilities. Implementing these strategies ensures a well-rounded growth in the physical, mental, emotional, and social domains, ultimately fostering a happy and healthy future for children.

Researchers at IIT Bombay have developed the shock syringe, a painless alternative to traditional needles. This device, powered by high-energy shock waves, delivers medication without skin penetration, promising improved patient comfort and safety. Testing on laboratory rats showed effective results, potentially revolutionizing immunization campaigns by enhancing speed and safety while minimizing needle-stick injuries.

A woman, who had to cancel her trip last month to the United States of America (USA) after rabies injection needle got stuck inside her body, has sent a legal notice to the doctor and Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC). Accusing of lackadaisical behavior and negligence, she has asked them to pay the expenses incurred on operation.

Some of the common side-effects of the Covid vaccine — redness or soreness at the site of vaccination and low-grade fever/fatigue within 24 to 48 hours post-immunization — were not observed in the advanced trials of ZyCoV-D vaccine among adolescents in Pune.

The UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention has introduced the nation's first needle-free influenza vaccine delivered as a nasal spray. This pain-free option is now available for healthy residents aged 2 to 49, offering a convenient alternative to traditional flu shots and expanding immunisation accessibility.

Diabetic patients in India will for the first time have a 'needle-free' option - oral spray - with the government clearing the sale of non-injectable buccal (oral) insulin in India.

As many as 36 children from poor background with type 1 diabetes being treated in Coimbatore Medical College Hospital will soon receive the latest type of insulin replacement therapy.

CWG 2018: Following the recovery of a used syringe outside the room of a seasoned boxer at the Athletes’ Village on Friday, all boxers were asked to give their urine samples for testing. On Monday, it was the turn of the gymnastics contingent, while the weightlifters were tested late on Sunday.

Can’t stand the sight of needles? Cheer up, as the nanopatch is on its way.

Some of the new Covid vaccines are needle-free. Older vaccines for polio, measles, etc., are also being adapted

A groundbreaking polymer-based skin cream shows promise in replacing painful daily insulin injections for diabetes management. Early animal trials demonstrate this innovative formulation effectively lowers blood glucose levels, mimicking traditional injections without irritation. While human trials are pending, this development offers hope for a more convenient and less burdensome treatment pathway for millions.