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CDC Quietly Appoints Doctor Critical of Vaccines as Second in Command

Zocto Staff — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:23:20 +0000

The Department of Health and Human Services did not announce the appointment, and many CDC employees seemed unaware of it. But the CDC’s internal database lists Abraham as the agency’s principal deputy director, with a start date of Nov. 23.

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Baby Memorial Hospital front-runner for Star Hospitals, Fortis also in fray

Zocto Staff — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 20:12:33 +0000

It is said to have offered ₹2,500-2,700 crore enterprise value for the hospital group. Its offer is closely trailed by Fortis Healthcare, which is also in the fray, according to the people.

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One in Four Indians Now Obese, Report Warns of $29 Bn Annual Economic Loss

Zocto Staff — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:54:58 +0000

India confronts a significant health and economic challenge as obesity rates climb. A new report highlights the urgent need for intervention. The country can lead in preventive health by utilising its digital systems and expanding primary care. Key actions include regulating unhealthy foods, scaling digital health screenings, and incentivizing healthy habits. Affordable anti-obesity drugs are also on the horizon.

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CSIR, ICMR hold high-level meeting to chart joint health research roadmap

Zocto Staff — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:44:29 +0000

CSIR and ICMR held a high-level meeting to bolster joint health research, reviewing ongoing collaborations and discussing the expansion of wastewater surveillance under the One Health Mission. The organisations emphasized converging scientific strengths with public health mandates for impactful national outcomes, including co-developing technologies like a medical emergency drone service.

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Stem cell therapy helps AMD patients see again: Study

Zocto Staff — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:33:04 +0000

In a study published in Cell Stem Cell, scientists tested retinal pigment epithelial stem cells in a phase 1/2a clinical trial. The cells were obtained from adult postmortem eye tissue. These early-stage trials are designed to determine whether a treatment can be safely administered.

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ADHD stimulants are being used recreationally, with consequences for users

Zocto Staff — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:30:50 +0000

This visibility has helped people understand ADHD. However, it has also led to a shift in how medicines intended to alleviate symptoms are being used and, in some cases, misused.

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Gavi, UNICEF teams up to procure Serum Institute’s Malaria vaccine at discounted prices

Zocto Staff — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:10:26 +0000

According to Gavi, the reduced price of $2.99 per dose, is expected to generate up to $90 million in savings. These savings could translate into vaccinating nearly 7 million additional children with 30 million more doses over the next five years.

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Unstructured clinical data opens fresh market for AI firms

Zocto Staff — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:11:00 +0000

Unstructured clinical data is healthcare information that lacks a predefined format and includes clinical notes, medical images, lab reports, and patient correspondence. Because it is not organised in traditional databases, it requires advanced tools like natural language processing (NLP) and image recognition to extract valuable insights, which can lead to improved diagnostics, personalised care, and medical research.

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Kerala govt likely to launch ‘Genome City’ project early next year

Zocto Staff — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 01:54:14 +0000

Genome City will be built on a 60-acre plot with a projected investment of Rs 3,500 crore. It is envisioned as an integrated life-sciences cluster, comprising pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, biotech firms and cutting-edge research centres.

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Technology essential to achieve universal health coverage in India: NHA official

Zocto Staff — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 06:05:20 +0000

Technology is crucial for achieving universal health coverage in India, according to Vikram Pagaria, ABDM Director. Speaking at a regional summit, he emphasised digital health as an investment to overcome challenges like doctor shortages and reach rural areas. Experts also highlighted the need for interoperability, country-specific blueprints, and sustainable financing models for digital health transformation.

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