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TATA AIG Unveils Next-Gen Health Plan ‘MediCare Select’ to Expand Retail Reach and Boost Access

21Apr

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TATA AIG Unveils Next-Gen Health Plan ‘MediCare Select’ to Expand Retail Reach and Boost Access

Mumbai, April 21,2025.TATA AIG General Insurance Company today announced the launch of MediCare Select, a next-generation health insurance solution aimed at expanding healthcare access across India. As part of this broader strategy, TATA AIG aims to expand its hospital network from 11,500 to over 14,000 facilities by FY27. The launch aligns with TATA AIG’s focus on strengthening its retail health portfolio and delivering future-ready health solutions.MediCare Select is positioned as an inclusive plan built to serve a wide spectrum of customers - from newborns to seniors, with no entry age limits and affordability at its core. The product supports customization and offers practical propositions like the Young Family Discount and a Professional Discount making it a...

Fixing food habits can cut liver disease risk by 50 per cent, say experts

21Apr

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Fixing food habits can cut liver disease risk by 50 per cent, say experts

New Delhi, April 21, 2025.Amid a rise in liver diseases among both urban and rural populations, doctors on Friday emphasised the critical link between dietary habits and liver health.On the eve of World Liver Day, medical experts are sending the message of "Food is Medicine", saying healthy changes today can cut the risk of liver disease by 50 per cent.Liver Transplantation Society of India president Dr Sanjiv Saigal said, "Damage done to the liver from poor dietary choices, alcohol, processed food and sedentary lifestyles can be reversed if we take action today."

World’s first-ever heart transplant where the heart never stops

19Apr

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World’s first-ever heart transplant where the heart never stops

New Delhi, April 19, 2025.In a truly groundbreaking moment for medicine, doctors in Taiwan have pulled off a world-first: a heart transplant in which the donor heart never stopped beating, even for a second. That’s right, the heart kept pumping throughout the entire process, making it the first zero-ischemic-time heart transplant in history.Usually, during a transplant, the heart is stopped, taken out, stored in a cold container, and then restarted inside the recipient. This pause, known as ‘ischemic time,’ can damage the heart muscle due to a lack of oxygen.But this new technique avoids all that by keeping the heart alive and pumping throughout the surgery

Yoga, meditation may have brief effects on blood pressure, long-term effects unclear: Study

10Apr

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Yoga, meditation may have brief effects on blood pressure, long-term effects unclear: Study

New Delhi, April 10, 2025.Relaxing techniques, including yoga, meditation and breath control, help bring down one's blood pressure in short-term. However, the long-term effects are unclear, according to a review of previously published studies.Researchers from the University of Bristol, UK, said that more rigorously designed and longer duration studies are needed to confirm if relaxing methods can help treat high blood pressure.Hypertension, a chronic condition, will require long-term treatments and behavioural changes and thus, interventions providing short-term benefits are "unlikely to be clinically useful", they added.

Human body cannot bear heat above 37 degrees Celsius

8Apr

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Human body cannot bear heat above 37 degrees Celsius

New Delhi, April 08, 2025.The scorching summer heat is here. The hot summer waves bring problems like dehydration, excessive sweating, and increased blood pressure. But the shocking part is how these facts are interrelated.According to a recent study by the University of Ottawa Human and Environmental Physiology Research Unit (HEPRU), our body starts having problems and reacts when the temperature exceeds 37 degrees.For as shocking as it sounds, sweating during summer is necessary for the body. When the temperature in the atmosphere rises, sweating helps the body cool down. As the sweat evaporates, it absorbs heat, thus cooling your body.What happens when there is moisture in the air?Moisture means that when water is already present in the air, it prevents sweat from d...

Increased screen time found to increase depression risk in teen girls by disrupting sleep, study finds

7Apr

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Increased screen time found to increase depression risk in teen girls by disrupting sleep, study finds

New Delhi, April 07, 2025.Excessive screen time can affect one's sleep, thereby increasing risk of depressive symptoms -- especially among teenage girls, according to a new study.Studies have consistently linked use of screens and devices with a poorer quality of sleep and a higher chance of mental health conditions, such as anxiety and depression.However, researchers from Sweden's Karolinska Institutet said that sleep problems and depression can often coincide, and the direction of these links has been unclear

Harit Yoga’ nurtures both personal and planetary health: Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav

7Apr

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Harit Yoga’ nurtures both personal and planetary health: Union Minister Shri Prataprao Jadhav

New Delhi, April 07, 2025.Bhubaneshwar witnessed a grand celebration as more than 6000 Yoga enthusiasts practiced Common Yoga Protocol at Kalinga stadium today. One of the Signature Events, ‘Harit Yoga’ launched as Union State Minister of Ayush Shri Prataprao Jadhav along with other dignitaries planted medicinal plants to mark the launching of the signature event. Medicinal plants were distributed to all the Yoga enthusiasts.While addressing the gathering, Hon’ble minister said, “Yoga has gained unprecedented popularity in last 10 years and now it has become a global phenomenon. In his Mann ki Baat address on 30 March, 2025 Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi emphasised the importance of fitness in daily life and praised initiatives like International Yoga Day. While sharing India’s v...

Prime Minister reaffirms commitment to build a healthier world on World Health Day

7Apr

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Prime Minister reaffirms commitment to build a healthier world on World Health Day

New Delhi, April 07, 2025.The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has reaffirmed commitment to build a healthier world on World Health Day. Shri Modi said that government will keep focusing on healthcare and invest in different aspects of people’s well-being. Good health is the foundation of every thriving society.The Prime Minister wrote on X;“On World Health Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to building a healthier world. Our Government will keep focusing on healthcare and invest in different aspects of people’s well-being. Good health is the foundation of every thriving society

Balancing Menopause: 5 Essential Health Tips for Work and Well-being

4Apr

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Balancing Menopause: 5 Essential Health Tips for Work and Well-being

In India, women usually go through menopause around the age of 46.2, which is earlier than the average age of 51 in western countries. During this time, it's important for women to understand and manage menopause symptoms while balancing their work and personal lives.In a survey by Abbott and Ipsos, 87% of people said that menopause has a big impact on a woman's daily life. Symptoms like hot flashes, sweating, trouble sleeping, mood swings, and joint pain can be tough to handle. However, nearly 80% of those surveyed think that women often feel uneasy talking about these issues with family, friends, or coworkers. The survey took insights from more than 1,200 people across seven cities. The objective of the survey was to assess awareness levels, perceptions, and experiences women go thro...

Short sleep, long-term health effect: Why 5 hours isn’t enough:33% of Indians have insomnia

3Apr

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Short sleep, long-term health effect: Why 5 hours isn’t enough:33% of Indians have insomnia

Jaipur, April 03, 2025.Sleep is one of the most viral aspect of human health. As we need water to drink, air to breath, the same we need sleep to give rest to our body. Still there are a number of people struggling with sleep-related issues globally. As per the recent national survey on India's sleep pattern, 59 per cent of Indians get less than 6 hours of good sleep.Recent studies show that approximately 5-7 crore Americans have sleep disorders, while around 33% of Indians experience some form of insomnia. This is an alarming situation leading to a number of lifestyle diseases.The World Health Organization (WHO) has also already warned declaring sleep deprivation as a global epidemic. It has stated that modern lifestyle factors including digital device usage, work stress, and ...

2Apr

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World Autism Awareness Day 2025

Jaipur, April 02, 2025.Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that appears in early childhood. It affects social interactions, communication skills, and behavior, but its symptoms vary widely among individuals. Unlike diseases such as malaria or cancer, where diagnosis and treatment follow standardized protocols, autism requires a more personalized approach.Unlike many medical conditions with clear diagnostic markers, autism lacks objective tests. Instead, diagnosis is based on behavioral observations and subjective evaluations, making each case unique.Every child with autism presents different symptoms, and assessments vary accordingly. We create individualized developmental plans based on these evaluations, incorporating parenting strategies ...

Naturopathy Stake Holders across the Country demanded inclusion of Yoga Naturopathy in the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) Act and National AYUSH Mission (NAM)

28Mar

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Naturopathy Stake Holders across the Country demanded inclusion of Yoga Naturopathy in the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) Act and National AYUSH Mission (NAM)

New Delhi, March 2025.A special meeting was organized by Surya Foundation, the country's prestigious Naturopathy Organization Surya Foundation and International Naturopathy Organization (INO) on 27 March 2025 at Deputy Chairman Hall, Constitution Club of India, New Delhi under the Chairmanship of Union Minister of State for AYUSH (I/C and Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Shri Prataprao Jadhav ji, with Naturopathy - Yoga Experts, Stakeholders and Members of Parliament on the inclusion of Yoga Naturopathy in the National Commission for Indian Medical System (NCISM) Act-2020 and National AYUSH Mission (NAM) along with the early registration process to be startedby Govt. of India for Naturopathy doctors.On this occasion, Hon’ble AYUSH Minister Shri Prat...

Health: Benefits or disadvantages of coffee, when and how to drink it: Expert advice- Risk of increasing cholesterol, do not drink coffee after 4 pm

28Mar

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Health: Benefits or disadvantages of coffee, when and how to drink it: Expert advice- Risk of increasing cholesterol, do not drink coffee after 4 pm

Jaipur, March 28, 2025.Office coffee acts as fuel for long meetings and long working hours in the office. Now coffee has become the lifeline of people in every office. But do you know that this coffee is not only taking away your sleep but is also increasing your cholesterol level.According to a study published recently in the health journal 'Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Disease', the machines used to make coffee in most offices are increasing cholesterol levels. This can also increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases.If the coffee is not filtered, it contains diterpenes which can increase cholesterol. Usually, there is no filter coffee in the office. Therefore, there is a greater risk of increasing cholesterol by drinking coffee made from the office machine.

Health:Children’s mentality is getting spoiled due to pornographic content: Social media has a bad effect on children’s mind, creativity and memory are getting weak

27Mar

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Health:Children’s mentality is getting spoiled due to pornographic content: Social media has a bad effect on children’s mind, creativity and memory are getting weak

Jaipur, March 27,2025.The Netflix series 'Adolescence' is in the headlines these days. It shows how teenage children consider social media and the Internet as the real world. Some children are becoming victims of cyber bullying, They are becoming insecure about their looks and are worried about not getting popularity. Amidst these problems, a child named Jamie Miller, fed up with bullying, kills a girl in his class.In this series, the impact of social media on children and issues like cyber bullying have been discussed in depth. We have already discussed the impact of screen time and social media usage in many articles.Now the matter is not limited to the moral-immoral effects of social media or internet. Science is saying that every small thing happening around us has an impac...

29.2 crore people used drugs globally in 2022

27Mar

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29.2 crore people used drugs globally in 2022

New Delhi, March 27, 2025.Drug or substance abuse has become a common menace worldwide. It has became a serious concern to look into, adversely affecting the physical and socio-economic well-being of the country.As per the latest The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) World Drug Report 2024, there is a concerning rise in global drug use. The number of people using drugs reached 29.2 crore in 2022, a 20 percent increase over the past decade.If talk about India then approximately 10 crore people in India are affected by various narcotics, according to the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB). According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, 6.25 crore people use alcohol, 8.75 crore use cannabis, 0.2 crore use opiates and many uses hypnotics.17 per c...

Health: There are many benefits of eating bitter gourd: effective in diabetes to cancer

26Mar

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Health: There are many benefits of eating bitter gourd: effective in diabetes to cancer

Jaipur, March 26, 2025.Bitter gourd may be bitter in taste, but it is no less than a boon in terms of health. It is rich in fiber, protein and antioxidants. It is also a good source of iron, calcium, potassium, vitamin C and B.Bitter gourd is very beneficial for diabetic people. It helps in improving digestion and weight management. Bitter gourd is also beneficial for body detox.Bitter gourd is a superfood rich in nutrients. It is very low in calories but is rich in fiber and antioxidants. It is very low in carbs. It also contains protein and sugar.The most special thing about bitter gourd is that despite being bitter in taste, it is rich in vitamin C. Apart from this, it also contains important minerals like iron, magnesium and zinc.

SMS hospital officials told to manage queues with tokens

25Mar

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SMS hospital officials told to manage queues with tokens

Jaipur, March 25, 2025.Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital will implement a queue management system at its OPD, which sees over 10,000 patients coming daily for treatment.After TOI highlighted issues related to the unorganised OPD in a news report on March 20, ‘Poor OPD management at SMS still bane for patients', secretary (medical education) Ambrish Kumar inspected the facility Monday and issued directions to implement a queue management system.Kumar held a meeting with SMS Medical College principal Dr Deepak Maheshwari, hospital superintendent Dr Sushil Bhati, and other officials, directing them to take immediate measures for queue management.SMS Hospital's OPD block (Dhanvantri block) does not have many chairs, which is a primary requirement for implementing the queue managem...

Anti-obesity drug Mounjaro launched in India

25Mar

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Anti-obesity drug Mounjaro launched in India

New Delhi, March 25, 2025.After a big hit in UK, Europe, American multinational pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly has announced the launch of Mounjaro – a blockbuster weight-loss drug in India. Obesity has become a big concern in many countries including India.Even the Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised an alarm in this regard. He recently cautioned that every third person may suffer from serious illnesses due to obesity. Citing the Lancet study, he stated that 44 crore people in India could be obese by 2050!Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is once-weekly injectable medication designed to control blood sugar levels. It helps adults with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar when used alongside diet and exercise. Also, it is recommended by experts for weight management for people with...

Health- If you have persistent back pain, be careful: This autoimmune disease can be controlled with the right treatment; Know its symptoms and prevention

24Mar

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Health- If you have persistent back pain, be careful: This autoimmune disease can be controlled with the right treatment; Know its symptoms and prevention

Jaipur, March 24, 2025.Axial spondyloarthritis is an autoimmune disease. It is a type of arthritis that causes inflammation and pain in the joints of the spine and waist. This disease usually begins under the age of 45 and sometimes its symptoms start appearing at a younger age.The symptoms of axial spondyloarthritis develop gradually and usually persist for a long time. Most diseases get relief after sleeping or resting, whereas in this the problem increases.In the beginning, there is pain in the waist and back. While when the symptoms become severe, breathing becomes difficult and sensitivity to bright light increases.It is not possible to cure it completely, but it can be controlled with proper treatment and care. Its treatment mainly focuses on reducing pain and prevent...

Poor OPD management at SMS still bane for patients

20Mar

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Poor OPD management at SMS still bane for patients

Jaipur, March 20,2025.Patients reaching SMS Hospital continue to face inconvenience as the outpatient department (OPD) facilities remain chaotic.After receiving prescriptions for diagnostic tests at the OPD, patients have to walk considerable distances within the hospital to the test facilities. The OPD on the ground floor consistently witnesses overcrowding of patients. While one medicine OPD operates on the ground floor, another functions on the first floor.Even though the hospital administration adjusted drug distribution counters within the OPD of the specialty, that has led to the OPD getting more crowded with patients. Despite that, the patients do not get all the medicines prescribed by the doctors and have to visit multiple drug distribution counters spread across the ...

Union Minister Smt. Annapurna Devi Launches ‘Birthing Naturally Queen’ 2025, Promoting Maternal Mental Health

20Mar

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Union Minister Smt. Annapurna Devi Launches ‘Birthing Naturally Queen’ 2025, Promoting Maternal Mental Health

New Delhi, March 20, 2025.Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Annapurna Devi unveiled the Birthing Naturally Queen Calendar 2025, conceptualized by maternal health advocate Dr. Mahima Bakshi, in the capital. The initiative aims to promote maternal mental health awareness and celebrate the journey of pregnancy and motherhood across India.Dr. Mahima Bakshi, a leading expert in maternal and child health, has been spearheading the Birthing Naturally Queen movement since 2021, working towards better emotional and psychological support for expecting mothers. This year, the 5th edition of the calendar features pregnant women from Jaipur, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Gurugram, Delhi, and Faridabad, who will serve as ambassadors for maternal health awareness.The presence of...

Human coronavirus HKU1 detected in India:Cold-cough, body ache are common symptoms

19Mar

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Human coronavirus HKU1 detected in India:Cold-cough, body ache are common symptoms

Jaipur, March 19, 2025.After the attack of coronavirus (COVID-19), fourth human coronavirus HKU1 (HCoV-HKU1) case has been reported in Kolkata. A 45-year-old woman from Garia, Kolkata, has been diagnosed with this respiratory infection. She has been experiencing symptoms for approximately two weeks, while her condition remains stable.According to a study published in National Library of Medicine, the coronaviruses are single-stranded RNA viruses found in humans and a wide variety of animals. In humans, coronaviruses are mainly causes of respiratory tract infections, whereas in animals, they can cause respiratory, enteric, hepatic and neurological diseases of varying severity.