New Delhi, July 26, 2024. Thyrocare, a leading diagnostic and preventive healthcare service provider in India, has entered into a Business Transfer Agreement with Polo Labs Private Limited to acquire their pathology diagnostic business. This strategic acquisition expands Thyrocare’s Footprints into the Northern part of India, further solidifying its position as a dominant player in the…
Jaipur, July 22, 2024. Rajasthan’s health department has sent an advisory on the Nipah virus to all chief medical health officers, principal medical officers, principal and controller of all medical colleges, including private institutions across the state. Dr Ravi Prakash Mathur, director of public health at the health department, wrote to officials across the state,…
New Delhi, July 17, 2024. “For India to become the global leader in drugs regulation to match our global reputation of ‘Pharmacy of the World’, we need to have world class regulatory framework matching our scale of operations and international expectations”. This was stated by Union Health Minister Shri J P Nadda, as he reviewed…
New Delhi, July 17, 2024. The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying convened a high-level brainstorming session on Avian Influenza, focusing on surveillance and vaccination under the One Health approach. The session took place at Krishi Bhawan on yesterday and was chaired by Secretary of the Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying Ms. Alka Upadhyaya….
Mumbai, July, 2024. India’s breast cancer burden is a pressing public health concern, with one woman diagnosed with it every four minutes. Early detection forms a powerful measure which can turn the tide against the rising cases and support timely cancer care. Raising breast cancer awareness can transform the narrative from one of fear to…
Jaipur, June, 2024. Motul India, a leading Manufacturer of premium, high-performance engine and industrial lubricants in India launches Motul Sehat Ki Samriddhi- its CSR initiative. The initiative aimed at enhancing primary healthcare access for auto mechanics, their dependents, and other community members, organiseda health camp in Jaipur on 28th June 2024. This is the first…
Jaipur, June 26, 2024. As many as 563 Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) have started offering affordable medicines through Jan Aushadhi Kendra and many more will soon start operating such outlets. “PACS, operating as Jan AushadhiKendras, making affordable and high-quality generic medicines available to people. 563 PACS have commenced operations as JanAushadhiKendras so far,” the…
Srinagar, June 21, 2024. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday led the celebrations of the 10th International Day of Yoga in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar. The event, which was scheduled to start at 6.30 am at Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) on the banks of the Dal Lake, was disrupted due to heavy rain in…
New Delhi, June 20, 2024. Max Life Insurance Company Ltd. (“Max Life” / “Company”) today announced its association with Star Sports, the Official Broadcaster for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 in India. As part of the collaboration, Max Life will serve as the Insurance Partner on the Cricket Live show during the ICC Men’s T20 World…
New Delhi, June 18, 2024. The main International Day of Yoga celebrations this year will be held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar on June 21 with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the event there, AYUSH Minister Prataprao Jadhav said on Tuesday. Jadhav, the Minister of State for Ayush (independent charge), said…
New Delhi, June 12, 2024. Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd on Wednesday said it has signed a licensing pact with US-based Ingenus Pharmaceuticals, LLC, to commercialise Cyclophosphamide injection used in treatment of cancer. The company’s wholly-owned subsidiary Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc and Ingenus Pharmaceuticals, LLC have entered into license agreement, Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd (DRL) said…
Mumbai, June 12, 2024. In a world where first impressions are crucial, a confident, radiant smile can make all the difference. It’s a powerful tool that conveys acceptance, assertiveness, happiness, gratitude, and relief. This is where Illusion Aligners plays its part with its ability to straighten teeth effectively. It can restore confidence and give someone…
Jaipur, June 12, 2024. After severe heat waves in the country people should consider Ayurveda this monsoon season. As per Ayurveda, the monsoon season is called Varsha Ritu. One needs to follow Ritucharya for this particular season. The Mahabhuta (elements) of Prithvi (earth) and Agni (fire) govern this season. In Varsha Ritu, the Jatharagni (digestive…
Mumbai, June 10, 2024. TIDL, America’s fastest-growing pain relief brand, will shortly enter the Indian market with cricket superstar Virat Kohli to offer next-generation pain relief solutions. This partnership, in association with the Baidyanath Group, will change the way India understands pain. TIDL’s range of innovative products are formulated to not only address pain effectively,…
New Delhi, May 30, 2024. Regulator Irdai on Wednesday released a master circular on health insurance specifying that an insurer will have to decide on cashless authorization within one hour of request. The master circular on Health Insurance products repeals 55 circulars issued earlier and it is a significant stride towards reinforcing the empowerment of…
New Delhi, May 28, 2024. With the objective to make Ayush treatments available to the last mile patient, stakeholders gathered to discuss the regulatory framework and policy support needed to mainstream Ayush treatments in health insurance schemes at the sensitization program organised by the Ministry of Ayush for Insurance Companies and Ayush Hospital Owners at…
Jaipur, May 20, 2024. Samples of 10 medicines supplied under the Chief Minister Free Medicine Scheme have failed. Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation (RMSC) has banned the supply of 10 medicines of 8 companies. These medicines include tablets used in fungal infections, injections given to serious malaria patients, eye drops and Asthalin, a medicine used in…
New Delhi, May 20, 2024. Climate change is likely to negatively affect the health of people suffering from brain conditions such as migraine and Alzheimer’s, new research published in The Lancet Neurology journal has found. Extreme temperatures, both low and high, and greater changes over the course of the day — driven by climate change…
Mumbai, May 20. 2024. India’s leading feminine-care brand Whisper, from the house of Procter & Gamble, is raising awareness about – the early onset of menstruation among young girls – as part of the fifth edition of its #KeepGirlsInSchool (KGIS) movement. With girls starting periods as early as 8 years of age, the need to create awareness…
New Delhi, May 17, 2024. Air India has partnered with aviation medical support provider MedAire to ensure emergency healthcare services to its passengers and crew on board its flights. “MedAire, through its app Medlink, will provide round-the-clock access to a team of on-duty emergency physicians with aviation expertise for consultation in the event of an…
New Delhi, May 16, 2024. Nearly one-third of the individuals who received Bharat Biotech’s anti-Covid vaccine Covaxin reported ‘adverse events of special interest,’ or AESI, according to a one-year follow up study conducted by a team of researchers at Banaras Hindu University. Nearly 50 percent of 926 study participants in the study complained of infections…
Jaipur, May, 2024. Rare diseases in India have gained increased attention in recent years, shedding light on the challenges faced by patients and caregivers. India accounts for one-third of the global rare disease incidence, with over 450 identified diseases. Though our country lacks a standard definition for rare diseases, a rough estimate suggests that about…
Mumbai, May 2024. Ageas Federal Life Insurance, one of India’s leading private life insurers, proudly introduces its latest brand campaign film, “Cradle to Crease,” an initiative that drives home the message that while the future might be exciting, evolving and uncertain, by focusing on financial planning and investing in life insurance, one can face the…