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Child survives grave brain infection, multi-organ failure

A young child, who suffered brain encephalitis and multi-organ failure, recovers after successful critical care treatment at Sahyadri Hospitals MomStory, Pune.

The rise and rise of Oropouche fever aka sloth fever: Options for India

Oropouche fever, aka sloth fever, is spreading across continents, raising global health concerns. With cases reported in South America, the Caribbean, Europe, and the USA, urgent measures are needed to contain this emerging viral threat even in India.

Monkeypox disease: India's response analyzed

Given over one-lakh global Monkeypox disease cases, India appears to be vigilant, employing the right public health strategies to curb the virus's spread.

Dengue-related searches surge on Justdial

Justdial data reveals significant increase in dengue-related searches and pest control services this monsoon season, amid severe dengue outbreak in India.

Ipca launches NovaLead's Diulcus for diabetic foot ulcer

Ipca Laboratories launches NovaLead's patented drug Diulcus, for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcer in India.

Sahyadri Hospitals unveils advanced radiotherapy treatment

Sahyadri Hospitals launches Asia's first advanced radiotherapy treatment, Radixact X9 system with Vital Hold technology for precise cancer treatment.

Complex liver transplant saves diabetic patient

Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai Central and South Asian Liver Institute provide liver transplant services to a Botswanian patient.

Gynecological cancers rise in young Indian women

Experts stress need for awareness, early screening, and advanced treatment options like robotic-assisted surgery for gynecological cancers.

Mahajan Imaging, Siemens unveil AI diagnostic analyzer

Mahajan Imaging and Labs and Siemens Healthineers launch India's first Al-diagnostic analyzer.

Nimotuzumab boosts head and neck cancer survival - Tata Memorial study

A Tata Memorial study finds Nimotuzumab increases 10-year survival rate for head and neck cancer patients.

Kolkata doctor rape and murder: Everything you wanted to know

Protesting doctors demand better workplace safety and stricter policy measures.

AYUSH treatments to be covered under PM-JAY?

Very soon, AYUSH treatments may be covered under AB PM-JAY.

WHAT DOCTORS MUST TELL PATIENTS ABOUT DRY EYE SYNDROME

Dry eye syndrome affects lakhs of people globally, causing discomfort and vision issues. Learn how doctors must guide patients about managing it.

SEVEN HEAD AND NECK CANCER MYTHS DOCTORS MUST EDUCATE PATIENTS ABOUT

Debunk head and neck cancer myths. Separate facts from fiction to promote early detection. Learn what you must inform your patients about.

SECOND-HAND SMOKE: A HIDDEN LUNG CANCER RISK

Second-hand smoke poses a significant lung cancer risk in India, affecting lakhs of people, warns the author.

TRENDS IN INDIA'S HEALTHCARE WEARABLES MARKET

India's healthcare wearables market has been witnessing rapid growth driven by technology advancements and increasing health awareness. A report.

NEURO-TECH BREAKTHROUGHS FOR ENHANCED BRAIN SURGERY

Advanced neuro-technology ensures safe and precise brain surgeries revolutionizing treatment and improving patient outcomes.

REMOTE PATIENT MONITORING: ADDRESSING INDIA'S HEALTHCARE ACCESSIBILITY CHALLENGE

Bridging India's urban-rural gap in healthcare, remote patient monitoring is being aggressively adopted by hospitals in India. Examine the trends in this technology-led practice.

Trigeminal neuralgia patient gains relief

Thumbnail-sized microvascular decompression gives relief to trigeminal neuralgia patient.

IMA forms national alliance to fight AMR

National Alliance of Medical Professionals on Antimicrobial Resistance formed

Abbott launches vertigo awareness campaign

Abbott’s new vertigo awareness campaign, Chakkar Ko Check Kar, aims to raise awareness about the condition that affects about seven-crore Indians.

HCG Cancer Centre hosts fitness challenge for doctors

HCG Cancer Centre Borivali and HCG ICS Khubchandani Cancer Centre, Colaba offer a fitness challenge for doctors on National Doctors’ Day.

IAP launches pediatric cough management awareness campaign

The Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) kickstarts ‘Tackling Cough With Care’ initiative to spread awareness about pediatric cough management.

MedGenome invests in GenX Diagnostics lab

Expands presence in East India with stake acquisition

REVOLUTIONIZING THORACIC SURGERY WITH VATS

Explore how VATS is transforming thoracic surgery with precision, minimal trauma, and rapid recovery.

INTEGRATING AI INTO HEALTHCARE PRACTICES: A LEGAL PERSPECTIVE

Learn the legal challenges for AI adoption in healthcare: across medical devices, negligence, and data protection.

Godrej Consumer unveils breakthrough mosquito repellent

Indian scientists develop new molecule, Renofluthrin, to combat mosquito-borne diseases.

Narayana Health Insurance offers ₹1 cr coverage for surgeries

Narayana Health Insurance launches ‘ADITI’, a health insurance product offering coverage of up to ₹1 crore for surgeries and ₹5 lakh for medical management at Narayana Health.

Govt issues Zika virus advisory

The Union Health Ministry issues an advisory to all Indian states due to Zika virus cases found in Maharashtra.

BUDGET 2024-25 ELICITS MIXED INDUSTRY RESPONSE

Indian healthcare leaders gave a host of mixed reactions to India's postelection Budget. While some moves are hailed, there also are voices of disappointment.