Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann Initiates Health Relief Operations in Flood-Hit Areas, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday directed the health department to intensify efforts for giving relief to people in terms of diagnosis and treatment of people in the flood-affected districts of the state. He was chairing a review meeting here, said an official statement. The floods caused irreparable damage in various districts of the state and now
155 new services added to health insurance scheme, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Vijayawada: With the addition of 155 new services to the newly-approved ‘universal health insurance scheme‘, the number of medical services provided at govt-run hospitals will increase significantly from the present 169 to a total of 324. This will strengthen the role of govt hospitals in the state, said health minister Y Satya Kumar Yadav. Additionally, about 197 medical services
MCD to convert healthcare centres into Ayushman Aarogya Mandirs; 41 to open on PM’s birthday, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Healthcare centres under the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) will be converted into Ayushman Aarogya Mandirs, with 41 set to be inaugurated on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday on Wednesday. The MCD has set a target of creating over 300 such units, while currently the civic body has over 150 centres, some of which have already been
Kerala Health Minister Condemns Charging Poor Patients for Surgical Equipment, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Tuesday warned against the practice of government hospitals collecting money from poor patients belonging to free treatment categories for surgical equipment, saying it is a violation of the policy of the LDF government. She told the state Assembly that the government would view such instances with “utmost seriousness”. The minister’s remarks came
Neurosurgeon shares 1 ‘blood test that predicts brain disease long before symptoms appear’
[ad_1] Dr Jay Jagannathan, a neurosurgeon, took to Instagram on September 16 and asked his followers: “Would you take this test if it could give you a warning sign years before symptoms?” His Instagram post highlighted the potential of the Neurofilament Light Chain (NfL) blood test in predicting brain diseases. He also listed ways to help you reduce the risk
Experts Urge Comprehensive Strategies Against Antimicrobial Resistance at CIDSCON 2025, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Mumbai: At the 15th Annual Conference of Clinical Infectious Diseases Society (CIDSCON 2025), experts highlighted the urgent need for a comprehensive approach to tackle Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in India. The panel included leading specialists such as Dr. Vasant Nagwekar, Secretary, CIDS; Dr. George Varghese, CMC Vellore; Dr. Rajeev Soman, Scientific Chairperson, CIDS; Dr. Parikshit Prayag; Dr. Ashwini Tayade; Dr.
BHU Trauma Centre introduces real-time bed availability system, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Varanasi: Initiating a step towards patient-centric care and institutional transparency, the trauma centre of Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS), BHU has launched a facility to provide real-time information on ICU and ward bed availability. Launching the initiative on Sunday evening, Trauma Centre in-charge Prof Saurabh Singh said the system would enable patients and their attendants to view the status
How AI-Powered Eye Scans can Uncover High Blood Sugar and Heart Disease, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Gurugram: The integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) is providing a new lens for viewing retinal health, transforming the field of ophthalmology from a reactive one to proactive and predictive. Retinal images offer a non-invasive view of blood vessels and nerve fibres. They are not just a window into the eye, but also a valuable diagnostic tool
Amazon Partners with Fay to Launch Telehealth Dietitian Services, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Bengaluru: Amazon has teamed up with Fay to provide personalized, insurance-covered dietitian services through the e-commerce giant’s digital health platform, the nutrition care startup said on Tuesday. WHY IT’S IMPORTANT The move makes Fay the first nutrition care provider on Amazon’s Health Benefits Connector, which helps enrolled customers match with digital health companies for health conditions such as diabetes
Study Uncovers Alarming Trends, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: One of the most common reasons for outpatient visits in India, cough continues to be poorly categorised and incorrectly treated, with high reliance on antibiotics and fixed-dose combinations, a study published in Journal of the Association of Physicians of India has showed. The latest study by Kenvue, a consumer health company and makers of Benadryl, highlighted critical
Delhi’s sex ratio dips to 920; experts flag rise in parental sex testing, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: The sex ratio at birth recorded a decline for the fourth successive year in Delhi, with 920 females being born in 2024 per 1,000 males, compared with 922 in 2023 and 929 in 2022. Delhi govt officials said the fall was marginal, but health experts sounded an alarm, saying that the trend pointed to illegal prenatal sex
Neuroscientist says ‘eat this immediately before meals to lose weight’; reveals surprising health benefits
[ad_1] Published on: Sept 16, 2025 09:08 pm IST Neuroscientist Robert W.B. Love says eating a specific food before meals may curb appetite, prevent blood sugar spikes and support weight loss. A simple dietary tweak could help boost weight loss and improve overall health. Neuroscientist Robert W.B. Love shares in his September 14 Instagram post why eating a specific food
Surgeon warns ‘stop scrolling till 2 AM’; shares how poor sleep silently harms your body in ways you never imagined
[ad_1] Late-night scrolling has become a common habit in today’s digital age, but staying up till 2 AM can do more than just leave you with dark circles. Dr. Dinesh Thakur, Bariatric and Metabolic Surgeon, Delhi, shares in his September 15 Instagram post how sleep deprivation affects overall health, highlighting why prioritising proper rest is essential for long-term wellbeing. (Also
Anant Ambani’s fitness trainer says simple movements like ‘sitting cross-legged, squatting’ can improve joint health
[ad_1] From sitting in chairs all day to avoiding natural movements like squatting or sitting cross-legged, modern habits are quietly weakening our joints and core. Celebrity fitness trainer Vinod Channa, who helped Anant Ambani and Nita Ambani with their weight loss journeys, explains in his September 16 Instagram post why reconnecting with these basic postures is essential for long-term health.
Forgetfulness or something serious? Neurologist shares 5 ways to differentiate; 10 tips to manage dementia
[ad_1] Forgetfulness is common but how to know if it is the early sign of dementia? In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Pramod Krishnan, HOD and consultant, neurology, epileptology and sleep medicine, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road Bengaluru said, “It is common for the young and old to occasionally forget unimportant bits of information. This occurs much more frequently
Experts Warn India’s Universal Healthcare Faces Collapse Without Urgent Reform, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi : Universal healthcare is like a jigsaw puzzle. We already have most of the pieces, but the real challenge lies in putting them together.” With this metaphor, ETHealthworld 5th edition of Healthcare Leaders Summit had a high-level panel who had a spirited debate on India’s uneven journey towards universal health coverage (UHC). At the heart of the
Nadda Advocates for MedTech’s Role in Affordable Healthcare at APACMed 2025, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilizers, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, addressed the inaugural session of the 11th Asia Pacific MedTech Forum (APACMed) 2025 through a video message, emphasizing the importance of the MedTech sector in India’s health transformation. The sector spans diagnostics, advanced devices, digital health, and AI-driven solutions, all of which
Molbio Diagnostics, UE LifeSciences Partner to Expand Access to Early Breast Cancer Detection, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Mumbai: Diagnostics companyMolbio Diagnostics, a point-of-care (POC) diagnostics company, has announced an exclusive collaboration with UE LifeSciences, a Philadelphia-based health technology innovator focused on early cancer detection. The partnership aims to make early breast cancer screening accessible to millions of women in more than 50 countries across the developing world. As part of the collaboration, Molbio will introduce UE
Narayana Health Launches Free ECG Screening Camps for Women’s Health Initiative, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Bengaluru: Narayana Health has announced that it will support the Central Government’s Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan by organising free ECG screening camps for women Wednesday at Narayana Health City, Bengaluru, and across more than 20 of its units nationwide. Speaking about the initiative, Dr.Devi Shetty, Founder and Chairman, Narayana Health, said, “A woman’s health is the pillar of
Apollo Hospitals Launches ₹60 Crore Dedicated Cancer Care Facility for Women, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd added a new feather to its cap with the launch of Apollo Athenaa, Asia’s first cancer centre exclusively dedicated to women. Located in New Delhi’s Defence Colony, this state-of-the-art facility aims to address critical gaps in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care of breast and gynecological cancers, diseases that are on the rise
IMA-AP partners with US-based research centre to study urinary tract diseases, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Vijayawada: The Andhra Pradesh chapter of Indian Medical Association (IMA) has entered into a research partnership with the Ipseity, a US-based research centre, for a detailed study on urinary tract diseases. IMA-AP president Dr G Nanda Kishore said chronic urinary tract diseases, particularly long-term urinary infections, have become a major health concern for many people in terms of public
Exploring alternative financing mechanisms for cancer care
[ad_1] The latest announcement from the ministry of finance on GST rate cuts has been particularly welcome from a public health point of view. Other analyses notwithstanding, the 5% reduction for several health care related “products”, including pharma and medtech holds considerable promise. Significantly, and importantly, a number of anti-cancer treatments have made the “cut”—some have received a reduction of
Gastroenterologist reveals this ‘posture’ on the toilet helps to pass constipated stool easily
[ad_1] Are you often sweating it out on the toilet, straining and pushing hard to pass the stool? This discomfort in bowel movement is commonly addressed through diet, medications, and treatments. But there’s a missing piece in managing the challenge of straining, something many overlook or may not know. The answer may be as simple as adjusting your posture. If
AIIMS trained gastroenterologist gives 8 breakfast options for healthy gut. Is any of it on your plate today?
[ad_1] Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, as it kickstarts the day with essential nutrients your body requires to get through the morning and avoid issues like bloating, cravings or acidity. Even otherwise, what you eat on your plate directly affects your gut health, which subsequently impacts your entire well-being due to the gut’s extensive connection to
69% of Households Affected, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Community social media platform LocalCircles has released findings from its latest survey, which indicate that 69% of households in Delhi NCR currently have one or more individuals with Covid, flu, or viral fever-like symptoms. The survey, conducted after heavy monsoon rains in the region, received over 11,000 responses from residents of Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad, and Ghaziabad.