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FDA Clears Numares Health Cardiovascular Diagnostic Test And Core Technology Platform

The Woodlands, TX and Regensburg /PRNewswire/ – The US Food and Drug Administration has cleared a Numares Health test, the AXINON® LDL-p Test System, as a new tool physicians can use to measure lipoproteins for patients at risk for cardiovascular disease. Currently, Numares is the only company in the US selling an FDA-cleared NMR test. The FDA clearance also includes the company’s core technology platform, the proprietary AXINON® System, that incorporates diagnostic testing algorithms into nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. Numares uses this technology to develop diagnostic tests for chronic heart, kidney and liver diseases. This FDA clearance of the AXINON® technology provides a pathway for more rapid FDA clearance of other tests currently in development. A second Numares assay is expected to gain FDA 510(k) clearance later this year, the AXINON® GFR(NMR) kidney function assay. Numares is a health care diagnostics company that develops improved diagnostic testing for conditions related to metabolic dysfunction, such as chronic kidney, liver and cardiac diseases. From a single blood sample, Numares quantifies multiple biomarkers — known and newly discovered. Machine learning then identifies the few, specific metabolites relevant to diagnosis. The newly cleared AXINON® LDL-p Test System provides more detailed information about cardiac function than the standard LDL-C (low-density lipoprotein or “bad cholesterol”) measurement. In a joint statement by the American College of Cardiologists and the American Diabetes Association, LDL-p measurements, like those measured by the Numares AXINON® LDL-p Test System, can help physicians in managing patients with elevated risk of cardiovascular disease, because these measurements may better reflect the true cardiac risk associated with cardiometabolic risk. El Harchaoui, et al* reported stronger association of LDL-p and future event of coronary artery disease compared to LDL-C. The consensus report stated that standard cholesterol measurement may not accurately reflect actual cardiac risk, especially in patients with cardiometabolic risk. Patients with cardiometabolic risk include those with prediabetes, abdominal obesity, abnormally high lipid levels and elevated triglycerides. FDA-cleared AXINON® System More than 3 million tests run using AXINON® Innovative testing modality: Uses distinct, transparent algorithms to combine and quantify multiple biomarkers Specific biomarker measurement: Key tool physicians can use to in managing lipoprotein disorders associated with cardiovascular diseases, including atherosclerosis Automated: Runs hundreds of samples a day with just one hour of lab employee time Heart disease in the US (source, US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) Incidence: Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US Mortality: One person dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular disease. About 695,000 people in the US died from heart disease in 2021 — one in every five deaths Health care costs: Heart disease cost about $239.9 billion per year (2018 to 2019). This includes the cost of health care services, medicines and lost productivity due to death. *El Harchaoui, K., et al. Value of low-density lipoprotein particle number and size as predictors of coronary artery disease in apparently healthy men and women: The EPIC-Norfolk Prospective Population Study. J Am Coll Cardiol, 2007. 49(5): p. 547-53. numares.com #precisiondiagnostics #diagnostictesting #biomarkers #NMRmetabolomics #innovation #cardiovascular #CAD #heartdisease #FDAclearance #FDA #CKD #kidneyfunction #HCC #liverdisease About Numares HealthNumares Health is a health care company using AI-enabled technology to develop novel diagnostics for conditions stemming from metabolic dysfunction, including chronic kidney, cardiovascular and liver diseases. Numares develops advanced tests for diagnosis and measurement of disease progression by applying machine learning to metabolomics, evaluating multiple biomarkers alone and in combination. The company developed the FDA-cleared AXINON® System that makes next-generation use of nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy for this biomarker evaluation.

Primary Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma of the Penis

Background Diffuse large B cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is the most common B lymphoid malignancy disorder, representing more than 30% of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.1 Although typical morphology is characterized by the diffuse or sheet-like proliferation of mature large B cells, DLBCL is a class of highly heterogeneous diseases exhibiting varying clinical and biological performances.2 DLBCL typically originates from the lymph nodes, bone marrow and immune-privileged tissue, and 20–40% of all cases of DLBCL initially have extranodal involvement.3 In the last decade, intensive research indicated that extranodal DLBCLs should be considered distinct entities with strikingly different molecular pathogenesis, prognosis and clinical presentation. Primary extranodal DLBCL commonly presents in the stomach, mediastinum, central nervous system, and testicle, among which the penis remains rare.4 Most of the reported primary lymph malignant of the penis sited in the penile shaft and/or the glans penis without specific symptoms,5 exhibiting penile masses, nodules, diffuse swelling, refractory erosions and ulcers,5–14 and dysuria occurs when lymphoma masses compress the urethra.15–18 There are also cases of penile erectile dysfunction, penis swelling and other clinical manifestations.19 Diagnosing is very difficult, and patients often are misdiagnosed, leading to delayed treatment. In the meantime, therapeutic options for primary DLBCL of the penis have been controversial due to the limited number of patients and treatment-related sequelae. While DLBCL has been studied extensively, less is known about the primary DLBCL of the penis due to the small number of cases reported. We described the case of an 86-year-old man with primary DLBCL of the penis identified in our hospital and performed a review of the literature on the character of treatment and prognosis. Case An 86-year-old man was referred to our hospital due to excessive foreskin and 9 months of penile head erosion in December 2016. Physical examination showed a circle of ulceration on the penis head about 1.0 cm wide, with mild tenderness and no obvious secretion. There was no weight loss, fever, night sweats, chills, fatigue or shortness of breath. Routine laboratory tests showed normal red blood cells, white blood cells and platelet counts. Prepuce circumcision under local anesthesia and penis biopsy was performed after primary consideration of penile mass and prepuce glans inflammation. Under the pathological examination of the squamous epithelium and necrotic tissue after the biopsy, the tumor cells were ovoid, with large nuclei, obvious nucleoli, sparse cytoplasm and patchy, diffuse infiltrating growth (Figure 1). Immunohistochemistry presented diffuse positivity for CD20 and PAX-5 in large lymphoid cells, while c-myc, BCL-2, BCL-6 and MUM-1 were partly positivity. The tumor cells were negative for CD5, CD10, Cyclin D1, CD56, CD23, CK, F8, P16, P40, CD34 and CD31. The Ki-67 index was positive in 50% of the tumor cells. Negative for in situ hybridization EBER were noted. FISH analysis showed no rearrangement of BCL6, BCL2 or c-MYC genes. Pathological revealed diffuse large B cell lymphoma (non-germinal center type subtype). A positron emission tomography computerized tomography revealed the remarkable focal hypermetabolism (max SUV 12.6) on the head position at the penis, with a size of about 31 × 30 mm (Figure 2a and b). He had bladder cancer before and was treated with electric resection of bladder cancer combined with chemotherapy, sustained remission during the 6-year follow-up. According to ESMO guidelines,3 this patient was comprehensively diagnosed as primary DLBCL of the penis, non-germinal center type (Ann Arbor stage IE stage A group, IPI score 1 point, low-risk group). Figure 1 (a) Tumor cells are arranged in a sheet, diffuse infiltration and growth. HE stain. X20. (b) Most of the infiltrating lymphoid cells show positive Immunoreactivity staining for CD20. Immunohistochemical stain. X20. Figure 2 The images before and after chemotherapy. (a and b) Baseline positron emission tomography-computed tomography showing the penile round soft tissue mass with size of about 31*30mm with intense F-18 fluorodeoxyglucose uptake. (c and d): Transaxially and sagittal magnetic resonance imaging revealing the mass of the glans penis about 23×33×26 mm after 3 cycles of chemotherapy. The patient has managed with R-COP (Rituximab Cyclophosphamide, Vincristine and Prednisolone) chemotherapy for two cycles and one R-miniCHOP (R-COP plus liposome doxorubicin). After 3 cycles of chemotherapy, the mass of the glans penis was revalued by MRI with a size of 23 × 33 × 26 mm (Figure 2c and d), revealing partly remission. Considering the insensitive to chemotherapy, subtotal penectomy was performed in the urology department. Postoperative pathological examination showed diffuse distribution and invasive growth of heterotypic lymphoid cells under the squamous epithelium. Pathological diagnosis (glans penis) showed DLBCL with ulceration formation, tumor tissue involved in the spongy body and urethral mucosa, and no involvement in the cutting margin, same as the first. No chemotherapy or radiotherapy was proceeding. The patient achieved complete remission (CR) after surgery and sustained remission until now. Discussion Primary DLBCL of the penis is a very rare entity with no specific clinical presentation, standard treatment and predictable outcome. The pathophysiology is not fully understood, as the pathogenesis and gene background might keep similar to other extranodal lymphomas or not that is unknown. The definitive diagnosis primarily depends on the pathological because of the absence of specific clinical manifestations and radiological features. Moreover, the treatment cannot be standardized, and the prognosis cannot be revalued due to the inadequate cases reported. In our case, we observed a gradual change of mucosa; surgery subtotal penectomy was performed to get remission after chemotherapy failed. To our knowledge, few similar cases have been reported in the literature. The first case of primary DLBCL of the penis was reported in 1988,6 and until now, only 19 cases of primary DLBCL of the penis have been reported in the literature (Table 1). The main clinical characteristics were summarized in Table 1 and Table 2, including our case. The median age was 69 years (range: 42–86 years), and only 3 patients were younger than 60, which suggests such cases were predominantly in the elderly. Among them, stage IE patients accounted for 63.2% of the total and stage IV was not reported, indicating most DLBCL originated from the penis remain

Feel Itchy In The Eyes? You Might Be Suffering From This Infection

The cases of conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, are on the rise. Avoid public swimming pools and touching your eyes without washing your hands first to avoid infection. The unprecedented heavy rainfall brought Delhi, Gujarat and many other states to a standstill. The rising level of the rivers led to flooding in many areas displacing people from low-lying areas. But, the monsoons also brought with them a sudden increase in eye infections, especially conjunctivitis in many of these states. WHAT IS CONJUNCTIVITIS? Conjunctivitis is also referred to as pink eye. It is an eye infection which causes inflammation of the Conjunctiva membrane in the organ. Adenovirus is the main culprit that causes this eye infection. This same virus is also responsible for the common cold, laryngitis, and pharyngitis /tonsillitis among various other issues. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS? The symptoms of pink eye as per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the US are- The white colour of the eye or eyes changes to pink or red colour. The conjunctiva and/or the eyelids get swollen Eyes will get watery quickly Increase in an urge to rub the eye(s) May feel a burning sensation, itching or irritation in the eye One may even witness the discharge of mucus or pus from the eye Eyelashes or eyelids become crusty HOW DOES IT SPREAD? There’s a popular belief that conjunctivitis can spread just by looking someone in the eye. It is just a myth. As per the CDC, the virus can spread from the infected person, if another person comes in close contact with the fluid discharged from the eye(s), directly or indirectly. Touching or shaking hands with the infected person can leave others exposed to the bacteria and the virus passing to your hands, which may reach your eye as well. It can also spread from the air, just like the flu and common cold, by coughing or sneezing. Even rubbing your eyes after touching a contaminated surface can introduce the virus to your eyes. HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF? Here are some steps you can take to prevent yourself from getting conjunctivitis- Following proper hygiene is the key to avoiding many illnesses and diseases. Make sure you wash your hands with soap and water properly frequently after you have coughed or sneezed in it, or have touched dirty surfaces like toilet seats, doors, locks, and other things. Try to avoid touching your eyes as much as possible. Basic hygiene sense also includes not sharing personal products like cosmetics, towels, combs, handkerchiefs and bedding. Do not under any circumstance self-medicate. Always consult an expert. As cases of conjunctivitis are on the rise, try to avoid swimming pools. About the Author Lifestyle Desk Our life needs a bit of style to get the perfect zing in the daily routine. News18 Lifestyle is one-stop destination for everything you need to know a…Read More

Donors needed to shore up blood supply

FORT WAYNE — The American Red Cross is in urgent need for new and repeat blood donors immediately to prevent disruptions of medical care in the region. Donors who give blood by July 31 will receive a $20 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice as a thank-you for their gift of life. They will also receive an exclusive Shark Week T-shirt, while supplies last, from Warner Bros. Discovery in commemoration of the 35th anniversary of Shark Week and the theatrical release of “Meg 2: The Trench.” Donors who give blood by Aug. 12 will be automatically entered for a chance to win a three-night, New York getaway for two with a private shark dive adventure at Long Island Aquarium. Here are three upcoming local opportunities to give blood: Today, July 25 American Legion, Garrett: 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., 515 W. 5th Ave, Garrett. Sponsor Code: amleggar. Dayspring Church: 1:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., 2305 N. Indiana Ave., Auburn. Sponsor Code: daysprich. Monday, July 31 LaGrange First United Methodist Church: noon to 6 p.m., 209 W. Spring St., LaGrange. Sponsor Code: fumclag. To schedule an appointment, go to www.redcrossblood.org, put in your zip code and find a blood drive. Choose a drive to schedule an appointment online, or call 800-733-2767 (800-RED-CROSS). Blood donors receive a free health screening when they give blood. They may track their pulse rate, blood pressure and hemoglobin through the American Red Cross’ free blood donor app.

Skipping evening toothbrushing cardiovascular disease

SUITA, Japan: The World Health Organization reports that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally, and there are proven links between cardiovascular disease and periodontal disease. A recent study by a team at Osaka University Hospital has investigated whether the timing of toothbrushing affects the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. It turns out that the importance of brushing at night expands beyond the benefits of tooth retention. For the study, researchers enrolled 1,583 patients aged 20 years and older who were hospitalised for surgery, other medical treatment or examination. They found that participants who brushed their teeth both in the morning and at night and those who brushed only at night had significantly higher survival estimates for cardiovascular events compared with those who did not brush their teeth at all. Additionally, smokers who did not brush had a worse prognosis for cardiovascular onset events than did smokers who brushed only in the morning, only at night or both, and non-smokers who did not brush or who brushed only in the morning also showed worse prognosis on hospitalisation. The researchers concluded that brushing teeth at night is important for reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. They suggested that increased intra-oral bacterial load during sleep owing to reduced salivary flow may cause periodontal disease or dental caries, impairing mastication and spreading oral bacteria to the intestines and blood, thereby negatively affecting general health and leading to cardiovascular events. However, the authors recommended undertaking a multicentre study with a longer observation period to generalise the study results and explore the mechanism behind the observed relationship between toothbrushing timing and cardiovascular disease risk. While the study’s findings are limited to hospitalised patients and cannot be generalised to healthy populations, they highlight the significance of proper toothbrushing habits for maintaining good oral and systemic health. The study emphasises the importance of increasing awareness about appropriate toothbrushing timing in the general population to potentially prevent cardiovascular disease. The study, titled “Not brushing teeth at night may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease”, was published on 28 June 2023 in Scientific Reports. Related articles

Monsoon menace: Conjunctivitis cases rise in Delhi, Gujarat, Arunachal Pradesh. Schools shut in Itanagar

As whole India continues to receives severe rainfall, conjunctivitis cases have been on rise in several states of India. Eye infection continues to spread among children in Delhi, Gujarat, and in Northeastern states. To prevent the further spread of conjunctivitis, all the schools, up to class 8th have been suspended from 25th July to 29 July in Itanagar. There have been multiple cases of the infection in Delhi due to humid weather and continuous rainfall. Doctors have cautioned people to take sufficient precautions against the “highly contagious” infection. THey hav also advised people to take proper hygeine behaviour keep the infection under control. Also Read: Parliament monsoon session: NDA, oppositions conduct separate meets to stratagise next steps Dr Aarti Nangia, senior consultant, ophthalmology at Fortis Hospital, Vasant Kunj here, said there has been an “increase” in cases of eye infections and conjunctivitis reported in Delhi lately. “It is either an isolated infection of the eyes or along with an upper respiratory tract infection like cough or cold. Because the virus is the same which is infecting the eyes and throat. Schools closed in Arunachal Pradesh’s Imphal to curb conjunctivitis In the wake of rising cases of eye infections, also known as pink eyes,all the schools have been closed till 29 July ( till class 8th), sayd Office of the Deputy Commissioner in an official notice on Monday. Also Read: Manipur row likely to rock Parliament monsoon session for fourth day: How Centre plans to table 31 bills? The circular stated that the decision was taken after conducting a survey for five days by the DSU and ICC team. As several cases of conjunctivitis were reported, the administration decided to announce holiday to break the chain of transmission. Other than the capital city of the state, Longding district administration also announced temporary closure of schools in Kanubari sub-division following outbreak of conjunctivitis. In a circular, Longding Deputy Commissioner Bani Lego said, “Considering the seriousness of the matter, all the heads of schools under Kanubari and Lawnu educational blocks are hereby directed to close down their respective schools temporarily till July 29, in order to break the chain of spread of the disease”. Spurt in Conjunctivitis cases in Gujarat Amid the rainy season, there has been a rise in cases in Vadodra. The infection was spread among people of all age groups. The city is reporting close to 500 cases per day, reported Indian Express. As the cases are rising significantly, student unions spreading the word of taking precautions to avoi the infection. In last few days, Panchmahal’s health department ahs recorded around 1,300 casesm reported IE. As the cases are rising continuosly, district administration is engaged in spreading information to prevent the disease. Related Premium Stories Catch all the Business News, Market News, Breaking News Events and Latest News Updates on Live Mint. Download The Mint News App to get Daily Market Updates. More Less Updated: 25 Jul 2023, 10:48 AM IST

At-home, finger-prick blood test for Alzheimer’s is latest touted stab at early diagnoses

Credit: bluecinema/Getty Images The ability to detect early Alzheimer’s via a blood test has become something of a holy grail among researchers of the disease. At least one team could be closer than ever to being able to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease using a finger prick blood test. The test has the potential to be used at home and reach more people, they said. One huge plus: It doesn’t have the timing and temperature requirements of traditional blood work, and the results are just as accurate. The research was unveiled last week at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Amsterdam. “Blood tests — once verified and approved — would offer a quick, noninvasive and cost-effective option,” Maria C. Carrillo, PhD, chief science officer of the Alzheimer’s Association, said in a statement. Blood tests are already being used in trials for their ease of use in screening people for the disease. Some evidence has shown they provide similar results in terms of accuracy when compared to brain imaging scans and cerebrospinal fluid tests — tests that are considered the gold standard in Alzheimer’s disease detection. The finger prick test measures neurofilament light (NfL), glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) and phosphorylated tau (p-tau181 and 217) — key biomarkers related to Alzheimer’s disease. The team collected blood from the veins and fingers of 77 people in a memory clinic in Barcelona. When they measured the biomarkers, the scientists found that all were detectable in the finger pick samples, and correlated to the findings from standard blood work. Possible blood tests for Alzheimer’s have been in development for several years, with some showing 94% accuracy, McKnight’s has reported. Although a blood test has been considered the obvious alternative to PET scans, one research team is currently developing an EEG “Fastball” test for early Alzheimer’s diagnosis. In addition, new treatment options for Alzheimer’s have led to a push for expanded Medicare coverage of PET scans, as McKnight’s reported last week.

Are you suffering from red eyes? It could be a “new COVID like epidemic”

In Delhi, cases of conjunctivitis are on the rise. Doctors are witnessing 100 cases every day. Doctors told PTI that the new eye infection with red eyes can be called the ‘new COVID like epidemic’ because it is a “viral infection (eye flu)”. Check out how conjunctivitis spread across India: What are the first signs of conjunctivitis? Patients with conjunctivitis usually feel itchiness or irritation in the eye, which turns red or pink. Other symptoms include watering, pain, and swelling of eyelids. There is usually a sticky discharge from the eyes. In severe cases, patients can have intense swelling and can not open the infected eye. Who are mostly affected? Doctors at both government and private hospitals told PTI they have been receiving cases largely from the younger population in the city. It is not sight-threatening but needs professional advice, they said. People from Longding district in Arunachal Pradesh have to order the temporary closure of schools following the outbreak of conjunctivitis. How conjunctivitis spreads? Conjunctivitis is “highly contagious” and can easily spread through contact or touch. If someone with conjunctivitis touches any surface, it gets contaminated and when the other person touches it and then touches eyes, he or she is also then affected. What are the three causes of conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis viruses can easily spread during Monsoon, as it is a perfect breeding season for bacteria to multiply because of heat, humidity and waterlogging. Conjunctivitis can also be caused by allergic reactions to pollen, cosmetics, or other materials. Can conjunctivitis be cured? Yes, doctors advise washing hands with soap and water to decrease the spread of infection. Conjunctivitis is a “self-limiting infection” and an individual’s immunity plays an important role in how fast he or she gets healed, the doctor told PTI.Antibiotic eye drops, eye ointments, topical decongestants, lubricants, and some oral anti-allergic can help cure conjunctivitis. Cold compression on the eye through ice packs, can also provide relief to the patients. What is the best cure for conjunctivitis? The best cure for the infection is not touching your eyes or coming in contact with an infected person. Doctors have also recommended 3-5 days of isolation for school children in case of infection. How do you prevent conjunctivitis? To prevent the further spread of the disease, the health authorities have recommended frequent hand washing, avoiding touching eyes, personal hygiene, disinfecting surfaces, and isolating infected individuals. (inputs from agencies)

Keep your family safe from waterborne infections this monsoon

brand stories Published on Jul 25, 2023 11:53 AM IST A great option that you can consider is the LG Water Purifier, which brings with it the promise of absolute purity This water purifier comes with a large 8-litre stainless steel tank and has a 5-stage filtration process that removes even the minutest of impurities, giving you clean drinking water. Follow Us Share Via Copy Link ByHT Brand Studio When it rains heavily, cities get flooded and the contaminated water starts to get mixed into our clean water supply making it unsafe for drinking. This can cause many waterborne diseases like typhoid, hepatitis, gastroenteritis, cholera, and diarrhoea, among several others, which are caused by different kinds of bacteria, viruses, and other harmful contaminants found more during the monsoon season. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), waterborne diseases have an economic burden of approximately US$ 600 million a year in India. In fact, experts feel that boiling water is not enough to fully remove the contaminants and some bacteria and viruses could still remain in it, may make it unsafe for drinking. One of the most effective ways of ensuring the good health of your family is by investing in a good RO water purifier as it is one of the most reliable ways of cleaning your drinking water. A good purifier can remove impurities that may not get taken away by other modes of water purification, such as filtration or boiling. A great option that you can consider is the LG RO+UV+UF Water Purifier, which brings with it the promise of purity. This water purifier comes with a large 8-litre stainless steel tank and has a 5-stage filtration process that removes even the minutest of impurities, giving you clean drinking water. Read on to know what makes this different from many other water purifiers on the shelf. Multi-stage filtration processThe LG water purifier comes with LG’s advanced multi-stage Reverse Osmosis (RO) system which gives you safe drinking water of the highest grade. The purifier uses a multi-stage filtration method which removes contaminants. The RO filtration process removes bacteria, viruses, and heavy metals to give you water that is pure. Mineral boosterOne of the common myths about an RO-based purifier is that it takes away minerals from drinking water. On the contrary, the LG water purifier adds essential minerals like calcium and magnesium to purified water. It has a separated UV filtration and RO filtration and the two are never mixed together, as is sometimes seen in conventional water filters. The 5-stage water filtration system removes impurities and a mineral booster fitted at the last stage adds healthy minerals making the water more healthy and tasty to drink. It also comes with RO Recovery Plus Filter, which helps save about 50 % water recovery from filtration. Dual Protection Airtight Stainless Steel TanksA Dual Protection Stainless Steel Water Tank fitted in the purifier is far more hygienic than a conventional plastic tank as it comes with a Dual Protection seal that ensures that the water stored in it remains safe for drinking. This tank has up to 94.4 % less E Coli growth in 24 hours as compared to plastic tanks. Further, its stainless steel body ensures that no harmful toxins get leached into the water while it is in storage. This tank also helps maintain the freshness of purified water and reduces the growth of algae and bacteria. While RO is used to purify the water, a UV Cycle automatically runs after every 6 hours to keep the filtered water stored in the tank clean for drinking. Aftercare that is untouched by handThe process of servicing and aftercare of the LG Water Purifier is absolutely unique. The water purifier unit is cleaned using a fully automated LG Digital Sterilizing Care process, that cleans and sanitises the water path, hose, faucet, and pipes without the use of any harsh chemicals. This is one of the most hygienic ways to clean the water tank and other parts which the filtered water passes before it reaches your glass. What you get is an automatic and hassle-free periodic service that ensures your water purifier is safe for use at all times. Easy to install and operateAs life gets busier, our gadgets are getting smarter offering access to all the information we need with convenience. The LG Water Purifier is designed for those on the go as it allows you to check vitals like water filter change indicator, UV Sterilizing indicator, and water level indicator from a distance, and even at night, with Smart Display. This ensures that you are never out of clean and pure water and are able to schedule maintenance visits ahead of time. It is simple to install – you can choose to mount the purifier on a wall or place it on the kitchen counter depending upon the availability of space. Pricing and offers*You can buy this feature-loaded water purifier from the LG Online store. You can also get a 5 % discount on your first purchase, LG-Certified installation, and free shipping. In addition, there is a special cashback of 15 % (up to ₹6,000) that can be availed to make the deal even sweeter. To make sure that your purifier remains in good health, and to minimise downtime, it also comes with a Complementary True Maintenance Package worth ₹4,200, which includes 3 scheduled engineer visits to your home, 3 Digital Sterilizing Care sessions, and 3 Outside Sediment Filters, all completely free of charge. So, what are you waiting for? Get your ticket to good health by bringing home your LG water purifier today. Keep your family healthy in the rainy season and after that. (*Offers & pricing may vary model to model.) Disclaimer: This article has been produced on behalf of the brand by HT Brand Studio.