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Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurates first-ever Global Food Regulators Summit 2023

20Jul

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Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurates first-ever Global Food Regulators Summit 2023

New Delhi, July 20, 2023.Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the maiden Global Food Regulators Summit 2023 in the presence of Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare Shri Narendra Tomar and special guest Minister of Agriculture and Livestock Development, Govt. of Nepal, Dr. Bedu Ram Bhusal, here today. Prof S P Singh Baghel and Dr Bharati Pravin Pawar, Union Ministers of State for Health and Family Welfare were also present on the occasion. This summit is an endeavour of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) to create a global platform of food regulators to exchange perspectives on strengthening food safety systems and regulatory framework acro...

Conference of India and ASEAN on Traditional Medicines held in New Delhi today

20Jul

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Conference of India and ASEAN on Traditional Medicines held in New Delhi today

New Delhi, July 20, 2023.The Ministry of Ayush, in association with Ministry of External Affairs and Indian Mission to ASEAN organized a conference of India and the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) on traditional medicines at New Delhi today. The Conference, held again after almost a decade, promised to consolidate sustainable and resilient healthcare systems to achieve Sustainable Development Goals and Universal Health Coverage. The Conference was graced by Union Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping & Waterways Shri Sarbananda Sonowal and MoS for Ayush and WCD Dr. Munjpara Mahendrabhai Kalubhai as Guest of Honour. Secretary Ayush Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, other dignitaries and representatives from ASEAN countries were also present on this occasion...

Chandrayaan-3 will carry the hopes and dreams of our nation: PM

14Jul

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Chandrayaan-3 will carry the hopes and dreams of our nation: PM

New Delhi, July 14, 2023.The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has underlined the significance of Chandrayaan-3, India's third lunar mission.In a tweet thread, the Prime Minister said :"14th July 2023 will always be etched in golden letters as far as India’s space sector is concerned. Chandrayaan-3, our third lunar mission, will embark on its journey. This remarkable mission will carry the hopes and dreams of our nation.Chandrayaan-3 will be inserted into the Lunar Transfer Trajectory after the orbit raising maneuvers. Covering over 300,000 km, it will reach the Moon in the coming weeks. Scientific instruments onboard will study the Moon’s surface and enhance our knowledge.Thanks to our scientists, India has a very rich history in the space sector. Chandrayaan-1 ...

P&G Health’s Na Na Anemia Bus Yatra 2.0 Set to Raise Awareness Around Iron Deficiency Anemia Across 21 Cities in South India

14Jul

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P&G Health’s Na Na Anemia Bus Yatra 2.0 Set to Raise Awareness Around Iron Deficiency Anemia Across 21 Cities in South India

New Delhi, July 14, 2023.After a successful culmination of the ‘Na Na Anemia Bus Yatra’ initiative in the northern cities in India last year, P&G Health in association with FOGSI (The Federation of Obstetric and Gynecological Societies of India) has launched the ‘Na Na Anemia Bus Yatra 2.0’. With an endeavor to extend the initiative to the southern region of India, Na Na Anemia Bus Yatra 2.0 will continue to raise awareness around Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA). Flagged off from Visakhapatnam by Milind Thatte, Managing Director, Procter & Gamble Health Limited and Dr Hrishikesh Pai, President, FOGSI, the convoy will travel across 21 cities in five states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala and ...

Monsoon health: jamun a superfood you need this season

13Jul

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Monsoon health: jamun a superfood you need this season

Jaipur, July 13,2023.The monsoon season is here in full swing. As the weather changes, so does your food choices and preferences need some tweaking. As such, seasonal vegetables and fruits are recommended to better your immunity and help you fight off seasonal illnesses. One such lesser-known but effective fruit that does just that is jamun or black plum.“Jamun aids in the conversion of carbohydrates to energy and regulates blood sugar levels. It also has low glycaemic index and alleviates diabetics’ symptoms such as excessive urination.jamun is a nutritious fruit that offers several health benefits, the term “superfood” is not a scientifically defined term. “The concept of superfoods generally refers to foods that are exceptionally rich in nutrients and have potential health b...

6 ways to eat garlic if you have high cholesterol or diabetes

7Jul

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6 ways to eat garlic if you have high cholesterol or diabetes

Jaipur, July 07, 2023.How to eat garlic daily for maximum benefits1. Raw garlic on an empty stomachEating raw garlic on an empty stomach can help lower cholesterol levels and promote heart health. “Allicin, a compound found in raw garlic, is known for its cholesterol-lowering and blood-thinning properties,” explains Dr Prasad. To experience these benefits, simply eat a few cloves of raw garlic with a glass of water in the morning. “Allicin gets diluted when cooked, so the ideal way to ingest garlic is to eat it raw and on an empty stomach,” says Dr Prasad. Therefore, eating raw garlic with a glass of water is the greatest way to promote heart health and manage diabetes while retaining the most nourishment. If you worry about garlic breath you can consume it with lemon, apple c...

Unveiling LivAyur: Your Ultimate Retreat for Holistic Health and Wellness in India

6Jul

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Unveiling LivAyur: Your Ultimate Retreat for Holistic Health and Wellness in India

New Delhi, July 06, 2023.LivAyur a rapidly growing health and wellness platform, is proud to announce itself as India's premier destination for holistic natural healthcare. LivAyur primarily focuses on Ayurveda and Yoga along with the four pillars of a healthy lifestyle, which are Ahar (food), Vihar (recreation), Achar (routines), and Vichar (thoughts). All these aspects provide credible, research-backed, and scientific information for improved lifestyle management.On the other hand, the healthcare industry in India is experiencing a rapid growth trajectory. It is primarily due to technological advancements, increased awareness, and a positive shift in people's general health and well-being consciousness, post Covid-19 pandemic. A testament to this growth is the remarkable growth o...

Union WCD Minister inaugurates Regional Symposium on Child Protection, Safety and Child Welfare

3Jul

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Union WCD Minister inaugurates Regional Symposium on Child Protection, Safety and Child Welfare

New Delhi, July 2023.The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD), Government of India organized a one day Regional Symposium on Child Protection, Safety and Child Welfare today at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi today. There were nine participating states of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and UTs of Delhi, Chandigarh, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The Symposium was attended by more than 2000 representatives from Child Welfare Committees (CWCs), Juvenile Justice Boards (JJBs), Members of Village Child Protection Committee (VCPC) and Anganwadi Workers. The programme is the start of a series of regional symposiums to be held across the country to raise awareness and outreach about child protection, safety and welfare issues.The Symposium wa...

1Jul

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National Doctors’ Day 2023

Jaipur July 01, 2023.The medical profession has long been plagued by professional stress, burnout, and exhaustion. While mental health in the medical field has gained significant attention in countries like the United States, it has yet to receive adequate recognition in India. On the occasion of National Doctors’ Day, observed on July 1, a recent survey conducted by the Indian Medical Association has shed light on the alarming stress level experienced by doctors in the country.The survey revealed that over 80 per cent of doctors are overwhelmed and stressed. It pointed out that fear of violence is the primary stressor in many doctors (46.3 per cent), followed by fear of being sued (24.2 per cent) and fear of criminal prosecution (13.7 per cent).Conducted online over ...

Metropolis Healthcare Limited launches ‘Metrobot’ in India

1Jul

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Metropolis Healthcare Limited launches ‘Metrobot’ in India

New Delhi, July 01, 2023.Metropolis Healthcare on Metrobot, a unique chatbot designed exclusively for doctors. Metrobot, which is designed to revolutionize doctor-provider communication, eliminates the need for traditional call centres by providing doctors with a seamless WhatsApp-based chat platform, it claimed.According to the company’s press statement, doctors can use Metrobot to access essential medical information such as test availability, methodology, sample transport guidelines, turnaround time, sensitivity, specificity and cost, enhancing their decision-making process and providing patients with instant information and service.“The development of new ‘Metrobot’ involved extensive research and insights from more than 1000 doctors of various clinical specialties, ensurin...

Intas launches DCGI-approved Tofacitinib Topical

30Jun

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Intas launches DCGI-approved Tofacitinib Topical

Ahmedabad, June 2023.Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd., one of India's leading pharmaceutical companies with operations across the globe has launched TOFATAS – a DCGI-approved, Tofacitinib Ointment 2% w/w for the treatment of mild to moderate Atopic Dermatitis (AD) in patients 18 years and above having flare-ups of the disease.Atopic Dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory, non-communicable, and relapsing skin disease that most often develops in all age groups. Atopic Dermatitis is a multifactorial disease arising from a complex interaction between genetic, environmental, and immunological factors. Despite unmet needs, approximately 15 years have passed since a topical therapy with a new mechanism of action for atopic dermatitis (AD) has been introduced in India. The quality of li...