Suraksha Diagnostics to Invest Rs 200 Crore for Advanced Imaging Centres in Eastern India, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Suraksha Diagnostics on Wednesday said it will invest Rs 200 crore to set up over 20 advanced imaging centres across eastern India. The plan, which will be executed in collaboration with United Imaging, is aimed at expanding access to advanced diagnostic services in tier 2 and tier 3 cities, enhancing both affordability and healthcare quality in smaller
Claims could reach $475 million, says GIC Re, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Total claims from the Air India crash in Ahmedabad could touch $475 million, driven by liability payouts that are expected to be over 2.5 times the aircraft value, said Ramaswamy Narayanan, chairman and managing director of GIC Re. In rupee terms, the claims could exceed Rs 4,000 crore. “The way we see it, the hull will be around $125
Looking for meat-heavy breakfast options in Madurai? Try Amsavalli Bhavan
[ad_1] Amsavalli Bhavan in Madurai is among the oldest restaurants in the city. | Photo Credit: MOORTHY G It is not yet 9am when a man arrives at Amsavalli carrying a steel thookuvali and a cloth bag. The hum of workers getting the parcel counter ready fills the air, and he waits patiently as uthappams and parottas are being prepared
Revolutionizing Cardiovascular Care with AI and Innovative Technologies, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: As cardiovascular disease continues to top the global chart of chronic illnesses, technology is emerging as the most powerful ally in combating it. In a conversation with Dr. Ethan Korngold, Divisional Vice President Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer for Abbott’s vascular business, we explore how artificial intelligence (AI), minimally invasive devices, and digital health are reshaping
Usability evaluation of a DHIS2-based electronic information management system for environmental, occupational health and food safety in Sri Lanka
[ad_1] Introduction A Public Health Inspector (PHI) is a front-line health worker who is responsible for communicable disease surveillance, school health, environment and occupational health, food safety, etc.1 Today, Sri Lanka has 1710 members island-wide in the capacity of PHIs and Supervisory Public Health Inspectors (SPHIs), who are considered the main enforcement arm of the prevention team.2 Being in direct
Study evaluating efficacy of Sirolimus-Coated Balloon against Drug-eluting Stent completes patient enrollment, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Cleveland: An Italy-based research foundation, Fondazione Ricerca e Innovazione Cardiovascolare has announced the completion of patient enrolment for a trial evaluating the safety and effectiveness of Sirolimus-Coated Balloon (SCB) in comparison with the Drug-eluting Stents. The trial has enrolled a total of 1,832 patients from Europe, Asia, and South America and designed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of
Thermo Fisher to Sell Diagnostics Unit for $4 Billion Amid Low-Growth Strategy, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Bengaluru: Thermo Fisher Scientific plans to sell its diagnostics unit for about $4 billion in an attempt to offload some of its low-growth assets, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter. The contract drug manufacturer recently enlisted advisers to explore private equity interest in part of its diagnostics business, including its microbiology unit, which
Brainlab Sets to Launch IPO on Frankfurt Stock Exchange Raising €200 Million, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Berlin: German medical technology firm Brainlab is planning an initial public offering on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the coming weeks, the company said on Thursday. The Munich-based company said it will list on the regulated market and aims to raise up to 200 million euros ($230 million) through the issuance of new shares. The firm will use the
Renalyx Health Systems Invests Rs 800 crore in Dialysis Machine Production Units to Enhance Renal Care, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Mumbai: Bengaluru-headquartered Renalyx Health Systems on Wednesday said it is planning to invest Rs 800 crore in the next four years to set up three manufacturing units to produce RENALYX – RxT 21 machine that will help dialysis affordable and accessible to a larger population. RENALYX – RxT 21 machine is world’s first fully indigenous, AI and cloud-enabled smart
Diagnostic chains plan to scale up as Covid cases surge, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: Leading diagnostic chains are looking to scale up their operations amid surging Covid-19 cases in the country. Executives said they were seeing a “noticeable” spike in the testing, particularly RT-PCR and rapid antigen tests. However, there is little consensus on taking booster shots. “To ensure prompt service, we’ve enhanced our testing capacity, streamlined workflows, and reinforced staffing,
UnitedHealth eyes $1 billion deal to exit Latin America as insurer refocuses on US, sources say, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New York: UnitedHealth Group is weighing multiple bids for its Latin American operations, according to two people with direct knowledge of the matter, as the insurer buckles down after a series of unprecedented missteps that include the ouster of its CEO and a reported criminal accounting probe. The largest U.S. health insurer has been trying to exit Latin America
Genes2Me Welcomes Industry Leader John Bishop to Advisory Board, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Gurgaon: Genes2Me (G2M) a diagnostic technology innovator in the in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) sector, has appointed John Bishop to its Advisory Board. Bishop has previously served as the Chairman and CEO of Cepheid and under him the company emerged as a major player in molecular diagnostics and was acquired by Danaher Corporation in 2016 for $4 billion. Under his new
Historically, did life really just give us lemons?
[ad_1] When life gives you lemons, make lemonade | Photo Credit: Pexels Lemons, with their bright yellow hue and tart flavour, are a staple of cuisines and households around the world. From culinary dishes and refreshing beverages to cleaning products and medicinal uses, lemons have definitely earned a special place in human history. From continents to centuries to civilisations, the
Thyrocare and Modern Diagnostic Center Launch State-of-the-Art Lab in Srinagar, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] India: Thyrocare has launched its 33rd diagnostic laboratory in Srinagar, Kashmir, in partnership with Modern Diagnostic Center. The facility was inaugurated by Dr. Farooq Abdullah, Former Chief Minister and President of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference. According to the company, the new lab is equipped with advanced technologies and staffed by trained personnel to support both routine and
Towards prehospital risk stratification using deep learning for ECG interpretation in suspected acute coronary syndrome
[ad_1] Discussion In this study, we developed and validated a CNN-based AI model for diagnosing NSTE-ACS in chest pain patients in the prehospital setting, using only the ECG as input. The AI model outperformed ECG interpretation by EMS paramedics, especially in identifying patients at low risk for having NSTE-ACS. Compared with a prehospital clinical risk score, the AI model did
A New Concierge Service for Senior Citizens’ Insurance Needs, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Gurugram: Insurance broker Policybazaar, in collaboration with its insurer partners, has launched Saarthi, an elder care concierge service aimed at supporting senior citizens through their insurance journey. The service is designed to assist senior citizens with selecting suitable insurance plans, managing claims, and receiving ongoing, personalised support.According to the company, the program is intended to enable customers to buy
Casamigo in Thiruvananthapuram serves a blend of international flavours in a cosy bistro setting
[ad_1] The wicker basket of toasted bread and butter placed on a table covered with a green plaid tablecloth at Casamigo transports you to an Italian supper setting. Resembling a European bakery, the bistro, located at Ambalathumukku in Pettah, Thiruvananthapuram, reveals a cosy interior with warm hues illuminated by lanterns. An abundance of imitation plants and flowers adorn the ceiling,
Feathers hotel celebrates the Tamil flavours in a pop-up curated by celebrated Singaporean Chef Devagi Sanmugam
[ad_1] As a Tamilian born and raised in Singapore, 69-year-old Chef Devagi Sanmugam, connects to her roots through the rich aromatic world of spices. In Chennai to curate Ayalagam, a food festival that celebrates Tamil flavours from Singapore and Malaysia, Devagi shares her culinary journey and how she blends tradition with innovation. “The title resonated with me deeply, and I
Challenges Confronting India’s Health Insurance Sector Amidst Growth Slowdown, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] New Delhi: India‘s health insurance industry, which was earlier considered a strong and steady growth story, is now facing serious structural challenges. A recent report by Elara Capital has highlighted that both growth and profitability in the sector are being affected, which may redefine the long-term potential of health insurers in the country. It said, “India’s health insurance industry,
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Cucumbers Expands to 18 States, Affects 45 People, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] A salmonella outbreak traced to cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers in Florida has now sickened at least 45 people across 18 states, federal health officials reported on May 30, 2025. The outbreak has led to 16 hospitalizations, though no deaths have been recorded so far. Q: What is Salmonella Montevideo? A: Salmonella Montevideo is a bacterial strain causing foodborne
Is it possible to encourage TB testing and detect missing TB cases via community-level promotion of a self-screening mobile application? Quasi-experimental evidence from South Africa
[ad_1] Abstract Objectives While mobile health (mHealth) interventions are widespread, few studies assess impacts at the population level in low-income and middle-income countries. South Africa’s tuberculosis (TB) burden is high, and a substantial share of cases remain undiagnosed. We evaluate the impacts of community activations of TBCheck—a WhatsApp/USSD-based chatbot that allows individuals to evaluate themselves for TB risk. Methods We
Necessity, accessibility and acquisition cost of unstructured medical data for South Korean medical device companies
[ad_1] Results Characteristics of South Korean medical device companies and their managers and the characteristics of 76 South Korean medical device companies and their managers (one manager per company) were determined. Characteristics of South Korean medical device companies Regarding the type of development, 45% of companies developed only medical software, 22% of companies developed only medical hardware, 26% of companies
GenECG: a synthetic image-based ECG dataset to augment artificial intelligence-enhanced algorithm development
[ad_1] Methods PTB-XL dataset Input ECG signals were provided by the PTB-XL database which contains signal data representing 21 799 clinical ECGs from 18 869 patients.7 PTB-XL ECGs are configured as 12 channel binary files with a resolution of 1μv/LSB at 500 Hz (each sample is 0.002 s). Annotated by two cardiologists, there are 71 different ECG statements within the dataset. The statements cover
Advocates Call for Pension and Health Benefits Ahead of Prime Minister’s Visit, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Kanpur: A delegation of Adhivakta Kalyan Sangharsh Samiti met local MP Ramesh Awasthi on Thursday, urging him to secure a declaration of pension and health insurance schemes for advocates from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is scheduled to visit the city on May 30. Ravindra Sharma, convener of the Sangharsh Samiti, informed the MP that there is currently no
Mapmygenome Expands Global Reach with Acquisition of Microbiome Insights, ETHealthworld
[ad_1] Hyderabad: AI-driven genomics and personalised health player Mapmygenome has acquired Canadian microbial sequencing player Microbiome Insights. The acquisition includes the CAP-accredited (College of American Pathologists) Canadian laboratory of Microbiome Insights as well as its intellectual property. Though the Hyderabad-based Mapmygenome did not divulge the size of acquisition, its founder & CEO Anu Acharya confirmed that it had acquired 100