Why is it mandatory to test for hepatitis B and C when donating blood? Medical science says that hepatitis B and C infection can be transmitted through blood, so before giving blood to the patient, it is mandatory to test these viruses. Millions of patients around the world are given blood to save their lives. Surgery, accidents, childbirth, cancer, thalassemia, anemia - in all these cases blood is vital. But if this life-giving blood carries the hepatitis 'B' or 'C' virus, it can become a silent risk rather than a life saver. Therefore, it is very important to test for hepatitis B and C before giving blood to the patient. Is every blood donated around the world tested for hepatitis B and C? What is Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C? Hepatitis means inflammation or swelling of the liver. It can be caused by a virus attack, excessive alcohol consumption, medication or other reasons. In terms of blood circulation, Hepatitis B (HBV) and Hepatitis C (HCV) are considered the mos...
China to issue ‘K-visa’ to attract foreign talent in IT sector China is set to issue ‘K-visa’ to attract the world’s skilled workforce in the information technology sector. China has come up with such a plan targeting technicians who are looking for an alternative path after the US recently increased the fee for H-1B visas. The initiative is seen as a strong step for Beijing in the geopolitical competition between the US and China. Although China has a sufficient number of local engineers, it is said that it is trying to provide a comfortable environment for foreign investment and talent to address the growing trade tensions and the economic slowdown. Earlier, China had also taken initiatives such as granting visa exemptions to citizens of European countries, Japan and South Korea to promote foreign investment and tourism. Although the ‘K-visa’ was announced last August, it is said that it will be implemented from this week. The new visa is targeted at people with degrees in infor...