IIT Madras’ new customisable electric standing wheelchair to empower disabled
Chennai, March 20 - Now, people with disabilities can reach for a book, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee standing by a counter as easily as others at the touch of a button.
UN climate report: Doctors warn of rise in heat-related health risks
New Delhi, March 20 - Even as the UN issued a red alert on climate change, doctors on Wednesday raised alarm over the significant health risks associated with increasing global temperatures.
DST-funded incubator to focus on wearable, assistive technologies
New Delhi, March 20 - The Salem-based Sona Incubation Foundation (SIF) is set to focus on nurturing startups focused on wearable and assistive technologies, the institution said on Wednesday.
New system to mimic pancreas may help diabetics with insulin delivery
New Delhi, March 19 - In a potential breakthrough in insulin delivery for people with diabetes, a team of Indian scientists has developed a novel silk-based hydrogel system that mimics the pancreas.
Dr Reddy’s launches cancer drug in the UK
Chennai, March 19 - Pharma major Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd on Tuesday announced the launch of its cancer drug Versavo (bevacizumab) in the UK.
Air pollution biggest contributor to lung diseases, say experts at ASSOCHAM ‘Illness To Wellness’ Summit
New Delhi, March 19 - On the second day of the ‘Illness to Wellness’ Summit organised by the ASSOCHAM Foundation for CSR, under the aegis of Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), eminent medical practitioners shared their views on how
Medical licences must not be used as a tool against people: S. Korea Prez
Seoul, March 19 - Lamenting the ongoing walkout by junior doctors in South Korea, President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday asked them not to use their medical licences as a tool against the people.
India surpasses WHO guidelines with 1:900 doctor-to-population ratio: Bhubaneswar Kalita
New Delhi, March 18 - The second edition of the Awareness Summit on 'Illness to Wellness' commenced in New Delhi on Monday under the banner of the ASSOCHAM National CSR Council, a division of the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India
Online Chikitsa Mitra’s free health camp benefits over 100 rural women
New Delhi, March 18 - Online Chikitsa Mitra, a rural health-tech start-up, organised a free online health check-up camp for over 100 women in underprivileged areas across India, the company said on Monday.
Looming resignations of medical professors a concern: S. Korean health minister
Seoul, March 18 - South Korea’s Health Minister Cho Kyoo-hong on Monday expressed grave concerns regarding a decision by medical professors to collectively resign in support of junior doctors' walkout that has crippled medical services for nearly a month.
Glaucoma cases rising in India, more common among young: Doctors
New Delhi, March 16 - Glaucoma, the third most common cause of blindness in India is rising significantly, especially among young adults, said doctors here on Saturday.
S. Korea’s Health Minister appeals to medical professors not to resign
Seoul, March 15 - South Korean Health Minister Cho Kyoo-hong on Friday appealed to the medical professors not to resign, amid the ongoing rift between the trainee doctors and the government over enrollment at medical schools.
100 prisons in India certified as ‘Eat Right Campus’ by FSSAI
New Delhi, March 14 - The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has certified 100 jails across India as 'Eat Right Campus', the Union Health Ministry said on Thursday.
Cases of HIV/AIDS rising alarmingly in Tripura, 150-200 persons being infected each month: CM
Agartala, March 14 - Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday expressed concern over the alarming rise in HIV/AIDS cases in the state with 150 to 200 persons being infected by the contagious disease per month and also red-flagged the growing use of
Jaypee Hospital Noida aces over 1,000 successful kidney transplants
Noida, March 13 - Jaypee Hospital in Noida on Wednesday announced that it has successfully performed more than 1,000 kidney transplants.
Cabinet approves 3 pacts with Bhutan as part of India’s Neighbourhood First Policy
New Delhi, March 13 - The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday, gave its approval for the signing of three MoUs between India and Bhutan, covering the supply of petroleum products, energy efficiency, and cooperation in food safety measures.
Yoga can help in women empowerment: Ayush Secy
New Delhi, March 13 - Yoga is a comprehensive tool to empower women, said Ministry of Ayush Secretary Rajesh Kotecha here on Wednesday.
IIT Kanpur study finds how cholesterol-lowering drug Niacin works
Kanpur, March 13 -Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur in a new study detailed how cholesterol-lowering drugs like Niacin work at a molecular level.
Goa govt working on providing accessible healthcare: Minister Rane
Panaji, March 13 - Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane on Tuesday said that the government is working on providing accessible healthcare and would be adding more facilities to help people.
India well-positioned to tackle infectious diseases, climate change, nutrition issues: Soumya Swaminathan
Mumbai, March 12 - Former WHO Chief Scientist and Deputy Director General for Programmes, Dr Soumya Swaminathan, who on Tuesday received the prestigious Yashwantrao Chavan National Award 2023, feels that India is well-equipped and has positioned itself to effectively tackle various challenges, including