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Scientists at the Central Drug Research Institute of Lucknow (CSIR-CDRI) claim to have developed a drug to treat dengue fever.
According to the report, a pharmaceutical student in Mumbai has obtained permission from the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) of India to conduct human testing of the drug.
Trials will be conducted in 20 cities across the country.

1. A medicine extracted from plants, called AQCH, is essentially antiviral. It has been successfully tested in the laboratory and on mice.

2. The trial will be conducted at a medical college in each of the following cities: Kanpur, Lucknow, Agra, Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Aurangabad, Ahmedabad, Kolkata , Bangalore, Mangalore, Belgaum, Chennai, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Visakhapatnam, Cuttack, Khurda and Nathdwara.

3. Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial (GSVM) Medical College in Kanpur, King George Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow and Sarojini Naidu (SN) Medical School in Agra will hold exercises in Uttar Pradesh. In each center, a total of 100 patients will receive this treatment.

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4. Dengue fever patients should be at least 18 years old to be eligible to participate in the trial. In addition, the patient’s infection should be confirmed 48 hours before the test.

5. The patient will be hospitalized for eight days, during which time he will take medicine for seven days. He will be observed for 17 days after taking the medicine.

6. It should be noted that there is currently no cure for dengue fever. Treat patients based on symptoms.

News Source: Hindustan Times

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.

The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.

With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.

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The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.

Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:

DateTemperatureSky
October 23, 202432.93 °CSky is clear
October 24, 202432.69 °CSky is clear
October 25, 202432.5 °CSky is clear
October 26, 202432.07 °CSky is clear
October 27, 202430.69 °CSky is clear
October 28, 202431.29 °CSky is clear
October 29, 202432.09 °CSky is clear

Weather in other cities on October 22, 2024

CityTemperatureSky
Mumbai28.35 °CLight rain
Kolkata28.84 °CSky is clear
Chennai28.94 °CLight rain
Bengaluru25.53 °CModerate rain
Hyderabad27.75 °CModerate rain
Ahmedabad31.9 °CSky is clear
Delhi32.93 °CSky is clear

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