India-UK FTA Boosts Medical Device Sector: Challenges Ahead, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: The formal announcement of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the UK has brought big cheers for the domestic industry and the country medical device makers applaud the trade pact, that commits smoother market entry and duty free access to Indian exports. According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the ‘Comprehensive Economic and Trade
Development and evaluation of an agentic LLM based RAG framework for evidence-based patient education
[ad_1] Methods Subject-matter experts The clinical relevance and appropriateness of the evaluation framework were ensured through consultation with two subject-matter experts. HK, an internal medicine specialist with extensive PE experience, including service as the editor-in-chief of the King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Arabic Health Encyclopaedia, provided guidance on general medicine topics and PE best practices. Additionally, MA, an oncology specialist at
The Future of Precision Medicine in India, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: In an era where precision is paramount and patient recovery is prioritised more than ever, robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) is no longer a futuristic concept—it is rapidly becoming the gold standard in operating rooms across the globe, and increasingly, in India. Once reserved for complex prostatectomies, robotic surgery today spans a wide range of specialties—from gynecology and gastrointestinal
Unusual Diagnosis of Rare Subcutaneous Tailgut Cyst in 37-Year-Old Woman by Redcliffe Labs, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Diagnostics service provider Redcliffe Labs has reported the diagnosis of a subcutaneous tailgut cyst in a 37-year-old woman, marking an unusual presentation of a typically deep pelvic congenital condition. The case, led by Dr. Mayanka Seth, Consultant Pathologist at Redcliffe Labs, has been published in the Indian Journal of Case Reports. Tailgut cysts are rare developmental anomalies
Impact of atrial fibrillation centre on the implementation of the atrial fibrillation better care holistic pathway in a Chinese large teaching hospital: an interrupted time series analysis
[ad_1] Discussion Principal finding: systemic impact of AFC construction This longitudinal analysis of 18 942 patients with AF demonstrates that institutionalisation of Atrial Fibrillation Centres significantly enhanced ABC pathway adherence, with hospital-wide implementation rates rising from 23.3% to 40% and cardiology departments achieving 60% compliance by 2023. To our knowledge, this constitutes the first empirical evidence establishing AFCs as a catalytic
Exploring doctors’ perspectives on generative-AI and diagnostic-decision-support systems
[ad_1] Abstract This research presents key findings from a project exploring UK doctors’ perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI) in their work. Despite a growing interest in the use of AI in medicine, studies have yet to explore a representative sample of doctors’ perspectives on, and experiences with, making use of different types of AI. Our research seeks to fill this
Apollo Hospitals and Siemens Healthineers Unite for AI Innovations, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Apollo Hospitals and healthcare company Siemens Healthineers have announced a research collaboration aimed at advancing innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) and imaging technologies to improve liver disease management. According to the partners, the research will span areas such as quantitative ultrasound imaging and AI-driven clinical solutions. The stated objective is to enhance patient care pathways across the
Boston Scientific lifts annual profit forecast, sees smaller tariff impact, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Bengaluru: Boston Scientific raised its annual profit forecast on Wednesday, banking on strong demand for its heart devices, and trimmed its expectation for tariff-related costs to half of the previously projected amount. Shares of the company rose 4.8% in morning trading following the results. “Based on the current schedule of expected tariffs, we now anticipate a full-year headwind of
AIIMS Delhi Collaborates with TU Dresden to Revolutionize Surgery with AI and Deep-Tech Solutions, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, has announced a collaboration with Germany’s TU Dresden to transform surgery with AI and deep-tech solutions to tackle health issues. This is a key outcome of the three-day workshop conducted at AIIMS. “The signing of a Letter of Intent (LoI) between Prof. Ursula Staudinger and Dr M. Srinivas,
Junior Doctors’ Strike in England Set to Impact NHS Amid Failed Pay Negotiations, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] London: A planned five-day junior doctors’ strike in England will go ahead this week, their trade union announced on Tuesday, saying health minister Wes Streeting had not gone far enough in negotiations over pay and conditions. Junior doctors, also known as resident doctors, had voted to strike following the government’s award of a 5.4% pay rise. The union argues
Fortis, Gleneagles India Collaborate under IHH to manage Operations, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: IHH Healthcare Berhad (“IHH”) has announced a collaboration between its India subsidiaries – Fortis Healthcare Limited (“Fortis”), and Gleneagles Healthcare India Private Limited (“Gleneagles India”). The collaboration aims to drive stronger business performance and long-term sustainable growth. By combining the operational and financial strengths of Fortis and Gleneagles India, the partnership seeks to unlock significant synergies. According
Over 37L dog bite cases, 54 human rabies deaths in 2024, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: More than 37 lakh cases of dog bites and 54 suspected human rabies deaths were reported during 2024, govt said on Tuesday. In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, minister of state for fisheries, animal husbandry and dairying SP Singh Baghel said that municipalities were responsible to control the stray dog population. Baghel said they are
Jamia Hamdard’s 150 MBBS, 49 PG seats scrapped for 2025-26; CAG had flagged Rs 813-crore diversion, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: In a major setback to Delhi’s medical aspirants, Jamia Hamdard University has withdrawn all 150 MBBS and 49 postgraduate medical seats for the 2025-26 academic year. The move, which comes just before the NEET counselling for deemed universities starting on July 21, follows allegations of large-scale financial irregularities, regulatory lapses, and an administrative deadlock over the governance
Utilisation of routine health information system and associated factors among health workers in public health institutions of Gofa zone, South Ethiopia regional state:a mixed-methods study
[ad_1] Discussion The average level of information utilisation in the RHIS among health workers was found to be 52.0%. Data visualisation, institutional management support, type of health institution, conducting DQA, supervision quality and data management skills were significant predictors of information utilisation in the RHIS. The level of good information utilisation was consistent with the other studies conducted in the
‘Stop diarrhoea’ drive lays stress on prevention, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Lucknow: To save children under the age of 5 from diarrhoea, the state health and family welfare department has launched a ‘Stop Diarrhoea Campaign‘ across districts. Launched on July 16 and running till July 31, it aims to raise awareness. On Monday, the department reviewed the progress of the drive in which awareness is being spread through mobile vans
Jump rope for fun and fitness, a new community rises in Chennai
[ad_1] G. Aravindaakshan, founder of Chennai Jumps, a jump rope community in Chennai. | Photo Credit: AKHILA EASWARAN On Sunday morning, around two dozen individuals — a spirited mix of children, adults, and seniors — gathered at Dr. Natesan Park on Venkatanarayana Road in T. Nagar with one common goal: to jump-start their day with fun and fitness. Armed with
A Shift from Charity to CapitalismETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: As India’s healthcare sector races toward a projected USD 596 billion valuation by 2025, a quiet but powerful shift is underway—Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are emerging as the next big disruptor. No longer just a corporate buzzword, ESG is now being seen as a critical framework to tackle inequities, attract impact-driven capital, and build a
Rise of ‘Virtual Autism’ Alarms Neurologists as Screen Time Soars Among Children, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] By Vishal Kumar Singh New Delhi: India is witnessing a disturbing rise in autism-like symptoms among children aged 2 to 9 not due to genetics, but linked to excessive screen exposure. Neurologists have termed this emerging condition “virtual autism“, warning that overuse of digital devices is rewiring young brains and fueling a hidden epidemic. Leading experts are now calling
Revolutionary Molecular Approach Paves Way for Hair Regrowth Without Transplant Surgeries, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Mumbai: A team of scientists by mapping the complete molecular network of human hair, have identified several treatment procedures that can potentially eliminate the need for surgery or transplants for restoring hair growth. According to a recent study published in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” integrating stem cell biology, gene therapy, and molecular signalling can potentially help to treat
Humana Challenges Medicare Star Rating Downgrade Again with New Lawsuit, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Humana on Monday filed a new lawsuit over the U.S. government’s reduction in the health insurer’s star ratings for government-backed Medicare plans, after an earlier challenge was dismissed on technical grounds. Humana, in the lawsuit in Fort Worth, Texas, federal court, says the lower ratings could cause it to lose customers and potentially billions of dollars in bonus payments
US Health Department’s Controversial Data Sharing with ICE Sparks Privacy Concerns, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is providing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) access to personal data of around 79 million Medicaid enrollees to assist in identifying individuals who may not be living in the country legally. The development reflects an expansion of federal immigration enforcement through healthcare oversight. A spokesperson from HHS confirmed
Improvement of medication adherence in osteoporosis through telemedicine combined with email: a patient-reported experience and outcome measure-based prospective study
[ad_1] Discussion In this prospective study, the employment of TC did not provide any advantage as compared with traditional in presence visits in terms of adherence to alendronate in patients with osteoporosis. Significant improvement in medication adherence was achieved, instead, by providing patients with the possibility to contact on-demand their bone specialists during the follow-up. Moreover, the on-demand use of
NHRC Urges Government to Provide Health Insurance for Elderly Prisoners, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: The National Human Rights Commission has issued directions to the director general (prisons) of all states and Union Territories to ensure that all eligible prisoners of 70 years or above should be registered to be able to get the benefit of the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Vaya Vandana Yojana – the govt’s health insurance scheme for senior citizens.
Utilisation of routine health information system and associated factors among health workers in public health institutions of Gofa zone, South Ethiopia regional state:a mixed-methods study
[ad_1] Discussion The average level of information utilisation in the RHIS among health workers was found to be 52.0%. Data visualisation, institutional management support, type of health institution, conducting DQA, supervision quality and data management skills were significant predictors of information utilisation in the RHIS. The level of good information utilisation was consistent with the other studies conducted in the
MedGenome Secures ₹400 Crore in Series E Funding to Expand Genomic Services, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Bengaluru: Genomic diagnostics services company,MedGenome, announced that it has raised $47.5million (over ₹400 crore) in its Series E funding round. The investment round was co-led by private equity firm Maj Invest, an existing investor Novo Holdings and an existing shareholder Sofina. “This funding will enable us to broaden access to its genomics and integrated diagnostics solutions across India and