A report by an expert group set up by NITI Aayog report titled ‘Future Pandemic Preparedness and Emergency Response —A Framework for Action’ has recommended a separate legislation called Public Health Emergency...
The union health ministry has sought an action taken report from State governments and Union Territories on the steps taken to enhance security and safety measures in hospitals for doctors and healthcare workers. The action...
Jupiter Hospital, a leading tertiary care provider in Pune, recently hosted the Jupiter Administration Symposium for Progress, Excellence, and Reform (JASPER 2024). This event brought together healthcare professionals,...
Under the aegis of National One Health Mission (NOHM), a comprehensive national mock drill, “Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas” (Virus War Exercise), was conducted in Ajmer district of Rajasthan from August 27 to August 31,...
A new study of 1,482 TB patients across four states – Assam, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal – has revealed shockingly high rates of catastrophic costs, with 30 per cent to 61 per cent experiencing...
Highlighting that refractive error is the commonest cause of ocular morbidity and visual impairment among school-going children causing hindrance in reading the blackboard, and facing challenging to concentrate on studies,...
A survey has revealed that over 38 per cent households with one or more individuals is suffering with viral or Covid like symptoms during this monsoon this time. The survey received over 13,000 responses from residents of...
The 15th World Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion will be held from 2nd to 4th September 2024 in New Delhi. Despite injuries accounting for over 5.8 million deaths annually, the global epidemic of injury...
Excess heat during summer gives an extra challenge to remain hydrated and maintain a healthy heart. Certain foods can exacerbate these challenges and increase the risk of heart problems. Let’s understand how we can...
In the wake of recent tragic incident of alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at R.G Kar Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, the union health ministry has asked all states and UTs to constitute a ‘Hospital...
