Processed food prices have been rising all year, including cookies and crackers, instant noodles, milk and microwaveable meals. In March, CJ Cheiljedang raised the prices of instant rice and canned ham by 6.4 to 9 percent, and on Thursday Nongshim increased the prices of 54 types of snacks by 6.7 percent. In other instances Nongshim reduced the volume of food products to cope with rising production costs. … [Read more...] about Food Prices Rise Ahead of Minimum Wage Hike
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Thailand Open: Saina, Satwik-Ashwini lose; India’s campaign ends
The Thai player maintained her two-point cushion till 15-13 but a precise stroke at the backline helped Saina to draw parity. The duo then moved neck and neck till 17-17 before Saina managed to eke out a two-point lead with a superb net shot. … [Read more...] about Thailand Open: Saina, Satwik-Ashwini lose; India’s campaign ends
Dr V Shanta, renowned cancer specialist, passes away
"She also started pediatric oncology as a speciality in India and helped significantly in the progress of the specialty. The first pediatric oncology unit in India was established in Cancer Institute in 1960. She was the first pediatric oncologist in India," he added. … [Read more...] about Dr V Shanta, renowned cancer specialist, passes away
‘Many times we miss the cancer symptoms’
The scientific basis for liquid biopsies, according to Medgenome is: 'Dying cancer cells release their mutated DNA into the bloodstream, enabling determination of mutation type and relative tumour volume. By capturing and sequencing these tumour derived cell free DNA, tumour genomics can be reconstructed without needing to perform the biopsy of the tumour, and hence this is also called liquid biopsy.' … [Read more...] about ‘Many times we miss the cancer symptoms’
12 cancer symptoms you should NOT ignore
These are some common symptoms of cancer, but a careful physical examination, a review of one's medical history and the findings of X-rays, CT scans, MRIs and biopsies may be needed for confirmation. Hence, you should get yourself checked by a physician before coming to a conclusion. Since symptoms mark the onset of any disease, it it is very important to understand early signals to avoid future complications. … [Read more...] about 12 cancer symptoms you should NOT ignore