Psychiatrist explains how ‘human library’ builds empathy and human connection with the power of storytelling | Health
[ad_1] A conventional library is filled with books. But there’s another side to the libraries you are used to. It’s the human library, and instead of books containing stories, it’s people who share their real-life experiences. Dr Zirak Marker, child, adolescent, and family psychiatrist, and Chief Medical Advisor at Mpower, told HT Lifestyle in an interview that in a human
Clopidogrel better than aspirin for preventing heart attacks and strokes, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] The commonly prescribed blood thinner clopidogrel should replace aspirin as a routine pill for preventing heart attacks and strokes in people who already have at least some degree of heart disease, researchers reported at the European Society of Cardiology Congress. Pooled data on nearly 29,000 patients with coronary artery disease who had participated in seven earlier randomized trials showed
Milind Soman and Centre for Sight Advocate for Timely Intervention, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] On World Senior Citizen’s Day, Centre for Sight, India’s leading network of super-specialty eye hospitals, is calling attention to the urgent need for timely intervention in age-related eye diseases. With over 140 million Indians above the age of 60, nearly one in three faces visual impairment, a challenge that threatens both independence and quality of life. Globally, 80 percent
World’s First Dual Treatment of Amoebic Meningitis and Fungal Infection, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala’s health sector has achieved a rare feat by successfully treating a 17-year-old boy who was simultaneously infected with amoebic meningoencephalitis and Aspergillus flavus, Health Minister Veena George said on Wednesday. She said this was the first known case in the world where a patient with both infections had been treated successfully and made a full recovery. “The
Cardiologist shares life-saving steps you must take if loved one has heart attack: ‘Even colour of patient will change’ | Health
[ad_1] Updated on: Sept 04, 2025 08:22 am IST Cardiologist Dr Chopra outlines life-saving tips for a heart attack, urging rapid chest compressions. He stresses the significance of timely intervention. Heart attacks can be deadly if safety measures are not taken on time. In an Instagram post shared on August 31, Dr Alok Chopra, a cardiologist and functional medicine expert,
GST Revision Cuts Medical Devices Tax to 5%, Industry Calls for Faster Refunds, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Under its latest rate rationalization exercise packaged as next-gen reforms, the GST Council has proposed to bring down medical devices under the 5 per cent bracket of the new two-titer structure. Announcing the revised rates at a press briefing, Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs outlined that, all medical devices used for medical, surgical, dental,
Understanding the New Phenomenon of AI Psychosis, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Artificial intelligence was meant to simplify life, but doctors now warn it is triggering a mysterious and disturbing mental health crisis. Dubbed by some as “AI psychosis”, this phenomenon is leaving users entranced by chatbots that feel more like companions than tools. According to a report by Futurism, individuals have begun experiencing intense delusions after prolonged interactions with AI,
GST Council Proposes Full Exemption on Health and Term Life Insurance Premiums, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Addressing the longstanding demand to ease the indirect tax burden on health and life insurance premiums, the GST Council has proposed a full exemption on Goods and Services Tax (GST) for all individual health and life insurance policies in the country. At its 56th meeting, the nodal body led by the Union Finance Minister recommended that all
AIIMS, Harvard gastroenterologist shares top 3 reasons for bloating, says ‘even healthy foods can trigger symptoms’ | Health
[ad_1] Published on: Sept 03, 2025 08:48 pm IST Bloating can be uncomfortable and confusing. AIIMS, Harvard gastroenterologist Dr. Sethi shares the top 3 causes and how to tackle them effectively. Bloating can be uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassing, affecting your daily routine and overall digestion. Many people struggle to identify why it happens, as the causes are often overlooked or
Eye surgeon says ‘signs of poor eyesight in children are often overlooked’; shares tips for early detection and care | Health
[ad_1] Children often can’t voice when their vision isn’t right, making it tricky for parents to spot early eye problems. Dr. Jay Goyal, Eye Surgeon, LASIK specialist, retina specialist and Director at Surya Eye Hospital, Mumbai, shares with HT Lifestyle the warning signs to watch for and simple steps parents can take to protect their child’s eyesight. (Also read: Eye
In 2021, over a billion people were affected by mental health conditions: WHO, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: around one in every seven — were living with mental health conditions in 2021, with anxiety and depressive disorders accounting for over two-thirds of all cases, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said. The disorders exact immense human and economic tolls, the United Nations’ health agency added. Suicide is a major cause of death among youths, accounting for
Pediatric neurologist busts 5 myths about autism: Are symptoms same for all children? | Health
[ad_1] Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication and social interaction. Autism diagnosis often raises uncomfortable questions, and widespread myths and misconceptions make understanding and addressing autism even more challenging. Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental condition.(Shutterstock) In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Sonam Kothari, pediatric neurologist, co- founder and CEO of Butterfly Learnings said, “ASD
OpenAI and Meta say they’re fixing AI chatbots to better respond to teens in distress, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] NOTE – This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. Artificial intelligence chatbot makers OpenAI and Meta say they are adjusting how their chatbots respond to teenagers asking questions about suicide or showing signs of mental and
Health Minister Balbir Singh, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Chandigarh: Health Minister Balbir Singh on Tuesday said 818 medical teams, comprising 458 rapid response teams and 360 mobile medical teams equipped with essential medicines, have been deployed in flood-hit areas of Punjab. “Our goal is to ensure that no person is left without medical care,” he said. The minister said daily medical camps are being held in the
Study Reveals Highest Cancer Rates Are in Northeast India, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Northeast India’s Aizawl, East Khasi Hills, Papumpare, Kamrup Urban, and Mizoram consistently recorded the highest rates of cancer between 2015 and 2019, according to a study. The cross-sectional study used data from 43 population-based cancer registries (PBCRs) across India. Between January 1, 2015, and December 31, 2019, as many as 7.08 lakh cancer cases and 2.06 lakh
Medanta opens 550-bed hospital in Noida, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Gurugram: Private multi-specialty tertiary care provider Global Health Limited (Medanta) has begun operations at its new 550-bed multi-specialty hospital in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. It is indicated that the facility has opened with 300 operational beds, including over 100 ICU beds and five operating theatres. It is equipped with technologies such as the Da Vinci Xi Surgical Robot, O-Arm, AI-enabled
How India’s Medical Colleges Are Turning the Tide on Lymphatic Filariasis, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) has affected millions of lives across India for decades, particularly threatening the most marginalized communities. This parasitic infection, transmitted through mosquito bites, does not cause death but spreads silently, often giving those infected a false sense of security, while slowly progressing to damage their bodies lymphatic circulatory system. Over time, the disease can cause severe disability,
Lilavati Hospital Unveils Mumbai’s First OMEGA 3T MRI for Enhanced Patient Care, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Mumbai: Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre has launched the OMEGA 3T MRI, the first of its kind in Mumbai. The new system was inaugurated by trustees Rajiv Mehta and Prashant Mehta in the presence of senior doctors, management and staff. According to the hospital, the OMEGA 3T MRI features the world’s first 75 cm ultra-wide bore, designed to improve
AliveCor Launches Revolutionary AI-Powered Handheld 12-Lead ECG System in India, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Bangalore: Personal electrocardiogram (ECG) devices provider AliveCor has announced the launch of its Kardia 12L electrocardiogram (ECG) system in India. The device, intended for use by healthcare professionals, is described by the company as the world’s first AI-powered, handheld 12-lead ECG system with a single-cable design. According to AliveCor, it can detect life-threatening cardiac conditions, including heart attack, with
Gastroenterologist shares top 14 vegetables that won’t cause bloating or ‘give you that gassy feeling’: Radish, spinach | Health
[ad_1] Dr Joseph Salhab is known on Instagram as The Stomach Doc. In a September 3 Instagram post, the gastroenterologist offered dietary advice for people who experience bloating from vegetables. He recommended a list of ‘low-bloat veggies with fibre’ that are typically easier to digest and less likely to cause stomach discomfort. Also read | Man who ‘lost 35 kg
Kasturba Hospital’s Lab Operated Illegally for 8 Years: FDA Takes Action, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Mumbai: Kasturba Hospital‘s laboratory was testing medical devices without a licence for the past eight years, but has only now drawn action from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). FDA officials said an inspection of the hospital’s central analytical laboratory revealed the facility continued to test products such as gauze, sutures, cotton and bandages without regulatory clearance even after
Mutated Norovirus Strain Linked to Pune’s Guillain-Barré Syndrome Outbreak, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Pune: A new study by ICMR-National Institute of Virology (NIV) has identified a mutated strain of norovirus — a hybrid form of the stomach bug better known for causing diarrhoea — as one of the key pathogens linked to the Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) outbreak in Pune earlier this year. Another pathogen responsible for the outbreak was Campylobacter jejuni. The
Showcase for MSME and Startup Innovations to Transform Global Medical Device Industry, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: The Department of Pharmaceuticals, in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, is set host the second India MedTech Expo 2025 to showcase innovations by MSMEs and startups and unlock potential deals with B2B meetings and reverse buyer-seller meets. Conducted under the Bharat Health 2025 initiative, the national expo is expected to be attended by over
Nagaland Medical Students Protest Against Controversial Regularisation of Contractual Health Workers, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Kohima: The indefinite strike launched by the Nagaland Medical Students’ Association (NMSA) against the state government’s decision to regularise 280 contractual health workers entered its second day on Monday. In a notification issued on August 18, the Health and Family Welfare Department approved the regularisation of medical officers, dentists, Ayush practitioners, and nurses through a departmental screening committee. The
Govt Panel Declines to Add 9 Medical Conditions to Disability List under RPwD Act, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: A high-powered inter-departmental committee has turned down proposals to include nine new medical conditions, including asthma, epilepsy and single-sided deafness, in the list of specified disabilities under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act. The nine conditions are — palmoplantar keratoderma, single-sided deafness, epilepsy, Factor-XIII deficiency, ichthyosis, asthma, laryngectomy, vital organ failure and ostomy. The meeting