Manipal Hospitals Acquires Sahyadri Hospitals in ₹6,400 Crore Deal: CCI Approval, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Competition watchdog CCI on Tuesday cleared healthcare major Manipal Hospitals’ proposal to acquire Pune-based Sahyadri Hospitals from global investor Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board in a deal estimated at Rs 6,400 crore. “The proposed combination involves the acquisition of up to 100 per cent shareholding by the acquirer (Manipal Hospitals Pvt Ltd) in the target (Sahyadri Hospitals
Woman who lost 70+ kgs shares 4 simple nighttime habits that helped her shed kilos: ‘Stop treating your body as a bin’ | Health
[ad_1] Published on: Sept 02, 2025 08:52 pm IST One woman’s nighttime routine helped her lose over 70 kgs. These 4 easy habits improved her health, sleep, and overall well-being. For many, losing weight can feel like an uphill battle, with countless diets, hours at the gym, and still little progress on the scale. Often, the key isn’t extreme measures
Kerala Medical Device Suppliers Cease Deliveries Over ₹158.7 Crore Dues, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Kozhikode: A group of medical device suppliers on Monday said it has stopped deliveries to government hospitals and medical colleges in Kerala over unpaid bills totaling Rs 158.7 crore. The Chamber of Distributors of Medical Implants and Disposables (CDMID), which supplies essential devices including guide wires, guide catheters, PTCA balloons, and coronary stents to cath labs and interventional radiology
Cardiologist says ‘exercise daily for at least 45 minutes’; shares tips to protect your heart during festivals | Health
[ad_1] Festivals are a time of celebration, togetherness, and food. Families come together and enjoy traditional dishes, sweets, fried snacks, and even alcohol. While these delicacies can be tempting and delicious, they can take a toll on the heart, especially for those with existing conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or heart disease. Festivals often involve overeating and unhealthy
Orthopedist lists 5 ways carrying heavy bags can affect your posture; shares tips to prevent damage | Health
[ad_1] Published on: Sept 02, 2025 05:40 pm IST From muscle imbalance to spinal misalignment, here are a few ways carrying heavy bags on a regular basis can affect your body and posture. Whether it’s a schoolbag loaded with books or a laptop bag for work, carrying heavy bags is a daily reality for many. But could this routine habit
User reveals how to challenge and win against insurance companies, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Imagine paying your premiums on time, trusting your health insurance to protect you, only to see your ₹50,000 claim thrown out over a clerical error, and then getting your policy cancelled. That’s exactly what happened to one policyholder, who decided not to take it lying down. After months of fighting, complaints, and a showdown with the Insurance Ombudsman, he
Study estimates 14 pc of adults aged 45, above have obstructive lung disease, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Over 14 per cent of those aged 45 and above in India could be affected by obstructive lung disease, reveals an analysis by an international team of researchers, including those from Mumbai’s International Institute for Population Sciences. Over 31,000 adults were administered spirometry — commonly used to test how well one’s lungs work — as part of
Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar shares one thing women must check before dating men: ‘Can he…’ | Health
[ad_1] Published on: Sept 02, 2025 03:01 pm IST Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar is blending dating advice with fitness goals, urging women to look for partners who can cook and share the kitchen load. Cooking is no longer seen as a woman’s responsibility alone. In today’s world, kitchens are where equality, health, and shared responsibilities truly begin. After all, preparing
Butterfly Learnings Unveils India’s First Approved System for Early Autism Detection, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Mumbai: Pediatric therapy and inclusive education platform Butterfly Learnings has announced the launch of Get SET Early. According to the company, the system is India’s first regulatory-approved system for early autism screening. The technology is designed to detect Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children between the ages of 1 and 4, with the aim of supporting timely intervention and
Rajasthan Government Proposes Establishment of RIMS Medical Institute Following AIIMS Model, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Jaipur: Rajasthan University of Health Services (Amendment) Bill, 2025, introduced in the state Assembly Monday, seeks to empower the state govt to grant status of govt college to constituent colleges of Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS). This will enable the govt to develop RUHS College of Medical Sciences into Rajasthan Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) on the pattern
Rajasthan Forms Committee to Review New Medical College Teacher Qualifications, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Jaipur: Rajasthan govt has formed a committee to study the provisions of the new teachers’ eligibility qualification (TEQ) issued by the National Medical Commission notification dated June 30, 2025. The panel will also prepare a factual report regarding the adjustment of doctors from the health department working in medical colleges in the medical education department. A committee has been
Gastroenterologist lists warning signs of lactose intolerance, shares 4 nutritional alternatives: Protein to vitamin D | Health
[ad_1] Lactose intolerance is the condition where a person is unable to digest the lactose present in milk and dairy products. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Shivani Deswal, senior consultant and clinical lead, paediatric gastroenterologist, Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, Gurgaon expained how lactose intolerance works. Also read | Lactose intolerance: Expert on signs and symptoms to identify it, managing
Rising Drug Overdose Deaths Among Older Australians: A Growing Crisis, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Melbourne: When we talk about drug overdose deaths, many of us imagine a problem that affects young people. But new data from Australia’s Annual Overdose Report, published on Sunday, reveals a significant jump in the number of older adults dying from an overdose, compared to two decades ago. Since 2001, unintentional overdose deaths have declined by about one-third among
Pediatrician reveals how a deficiency of this vitamin led to shocking seizures in a 7-month-old child | Health
[ad_1] Vitamin D deficiency is quite common in children all over the world. Symptoms include fatigue, delayed growth, mood changes and even seizures due to low calcium, in some severe cases. Factors contributing to the deficiency include limited sun exposure, lower dietary intake of vitamin D, increased rates of exclusive breastfeeding, and can lead to bone problems like rickets, muscle
Can kids overdose on melatonin gummies? Yes, an online store has suspended sales, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: US-based online store iHerb has suspended sales of melatonin gummies to Australia. This comes after a rise in reports of non-fatal overdoses in Western Australia in children who took these popular supplements. This latest move raises fresh concerns about the safety of these non-prescription sleep aids. I have been a sleep researcher and a psychologist treating children
Fortis Healthcare Secures 15-Year Lease for Greater Noida Multi-Specialty Hospital, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Corporate hospital chain Fortis Healthcare has extended its operational rights for a 200-bed fully operational multi-specialty hospital in Greater Noida with a 15-year lease agreement with RR Lifesciences. The company through its wholly owned subsidiary International Hospital Limited (IHL) has executed a sub-lease agreement with R.R. Lifesciences Pvt Ltd and further a tripartite agreement with Uttar Pradesh
Groundbreaking Research by IIT Madras and Danish Scientists Paves the Way for Personalized Cancer and Diabetes Treatments, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Chennai: Two genetic variants can work together as “switches” to unlock hidden metabolic pathways, research by IIT Madras and Danish researchers has shown. The discovery, based on research in yeast, offers new insights into diseases such as cancer and diabetes, leading to personalised medical treatment and better outcomes. “Some diseases or disorders, such as colour blindness, are caused by
IIT-Guwahati Develops Breakthrough Nanosensor to Detect Cancer-Causing Water Pollutants, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Guwahati: Researchers at IIT-Guwahati have developed nanosenor from milk protein and thymine for instant detection of cancer-causing water pollutants, the institute said on Monday. Using carbon dots and ultraviolet lights, the sensor can detect mercury and harmful antibiotic contamination in less than 10 seconds, it said. With rapid urbanisation, industrial activities and overuse of pharmaceuticals, water contamination is becoming
Gynaecologist shares 8 safe monsoon travel tips for pregnant women: Wear cotton clothes, carry reports and more | Health
[ad_1] Updated on: Sept 01, 2025 09:25 pm IST While a trip during the rainy season is calming, there are a lot of health challenges, particularly for pregnant women. Know how to stay safe with these tips. Monsoon unveils a new side to familiar sceneries, whether it’s making nature look greener or giving the cityscape a fresh look. So, people
SC upholds Telangana’s domicile rules for admissions in medical colleges under state quota, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday upheld the Telangana government’s domicile rule permitting students, who have studied for the last four years up to Class 12 in the state, for admissions in medical and dental colleges under state quota. A bench comprising Chief Justice B R Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran allowed the appeal of the state
Dermatologist shares 10 tips to protect skin from sweat, pollution and pimples: ‘Sunscreen 365 days a year’ | Health
[ad_1] Weather changes and pollution can take a serious toll on your skin, triggering pimples, acne, and flare-ups. The good news? With the right protection strategies, you can shield your skin from pollutants, sweat, and breakouts effectively. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Ameesha Mahajan, cosmetic dermatologist and founder, Eden Skin Clinic shared a few tips to protect your
AIIMS, Harvard gastroenterologist shares 8 signs of colon cancer: Blood in stool, unexplained weight loss and more | Health
[ad_1] Published on: Sept 01, 2025 06:33 pm IST Colon cancer contributes to the one of the most common cancer-related deaths. This is why knowing the symptoms for early detection becomes all the more vital. Colon cancer contributes to one of the most common cancer-related deaths globally. It is the second leading cause. In a WHO report from July 2023,
Psychiatrist explains if your teen’s moodiness is just a phase or something more: 6 warning signs parents should know | Health
[ad_1] Updated on: Sept 01, 2025 06:12 pm IST Teenagers undergo major emotional ups and downs during adolescence. While it’s common, there are chances these mood shifts signal deeper mental health issues. Teenage phase is an emotional rollercoaster where, because of the many physical changes of adolescence, teens experience major emotional shifts. From slamming doors in their parents’ faces to
A Milestone in Heart Valve Treatment, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Gurugram: Artemis Hospital has conducted what it states is Haryana’s first procedure using the Evolut FX+, a newer generation of self-expanding Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) system. Dr. Amit Chaurasia, Chief Cath Lab & TAVI (Unit I)Artemis Hospital, and his team led the procedure. The technology, according to the company, is designed to offer a minimally invasive alternative to
Ending hidden hunger: India’s next big public health win
[ad_1] What does it take for India to realise its ambition of becoming a global leader? A thriving, healthy and productive population. Yet today, a silent crisis is undermining our progress: Micronutrient deficiencies, often called hidden hunger. Health (Pic for representation) An estimated 76% of Indians do not consume the minimum required levels of essential vitamins and minerals such as