Indian scientists ace 1st human clinical trial of haemophilia A gene therapy
New Delhi, Feb 28 - Scientists at the Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore have successfully conducted the country's first human clinical trial of gene therapy for haemophilia A (FVIII deficiency), Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh said on Wednesday. He said this while addressing
Bill Gates, Smriti Irani at ‘good nutrition’ event in Delhi on Feb 29
New Delhi, Feb 28 - Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates will attend a Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) event emphasising 'good nutrition' here on Thursday.
Fittr unveils smart ring in India to monitor health vitals
New Delhi, Feb 28 - Fitness-tech startup Fittr on Wednesday announced the launch of its FITTR HART smart ring that is designed to improve health and performance monitoring.
Experts call for boosting MMR vaccination drive in children
New Delhi, Feb 27 - Amid the recent outbreak of measles in Madhya Pradesh, health experts on Tuesday called for boosting MMR vaccination drive in children.
IIT Delhi, R Systems International to launch AI centre for sustainable systems
New Delhi, Feb 26 - The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) and R Systems International on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up a Center of Excellence (CoE) on applied AI for sustainable systems at the varsity.
IIT Madras develops 1st India-specific AI model to determine foetus age
Chennai, Feb 26 - In a first, researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras have developed an Artificial Intelligence (AI) model that is specific to Indian population and can accurately determine the age of a foetus in a pregnant woman, in
Pak President urges united fight against poverty, malnutrition
Islamabad, Feb 26 - Pakistani President Arif Alvi has called on the nation to work together to fight the challenges of poverty, malnutrition, stunting and maternal and neonatal deaths.
Over 45.8 mn children to receive polio vaccination in Pakistan: Health Ministry
Islamabad, Feb 26 - A week-long countrywide polio vaccination campaign is going to start in Pakistan from Monday, in which more than 45.8 million children under five years of age will be vaccinated, the Pakistani Health Ministry said.
‘Am repaying debt that I owe to Rajkot’s people’, says PM Modi, citing election as MLA in 2002
New Delhi, Feb 25 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated five AIIMS each at Rajkot (Gujarat), Bathinda (Punjab), Raebareli (Uttar Pradesh), Kalyani (West Bengal) and Mangalagiri (Andhra Pradesh). He chose Rajkot to inaugurate these institutes, obviously as a mark of respect
PM Modi to dedicate AIIMS Bathinda to the nation today
Chandigarh, Feb 25 - In a significant step towards strengthening tertiary healthcare in Punjab’s Malwa region facing high health risks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday will virtually dedicate to the nation All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bathinda.
Centre working proactively to transform health sector: JP Nadda
New Delhi, Feb 23 - Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President JP Nadda on Friday said that the Central government has been proactively working to transform the health sector in the country.
Bangladesh plans to produce FMD vaccine for livestock
Dhaka, Feb 23 - Bangladeshi Fisheries and Livestock Minister Abdur Rahman has said the government has a plan to produce foot and mouth disease (FMD) vaccine for livestock locally as the current local vaccine market for FMD is growing rapidly.
Orchid Pharma gets USFDA nod, to market its new drug in US soon
Chennai, Feb 23 - Vertically integrated pharma player Orchid Pharma Ltd said on Friday that it will launch its Enmetazobactam drug in the US in the next couple of quarters.
Medical fraternity must uphold ethical standards in healthcare: VP Dhankhar
New Delhi, Feb 23 - The medical fraternity must uphold ethical standards in healthcare and education, said Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar.
Samsung launches new fitness tracker ‘Galaxy Fit3’ in India
New Delhi, Feb 23 - Samsung on Friday launched its new fitness tracker -- Galaxy Fit3, in India, which comes with advanced health-monitoring technology.
Smartwatch may help boost treatment for depression
New York, Feb 23 - Smartwatches may not only help count steps, and sleep but can also offer mental health clinicians valuable information about depression symptoms, according to a new study.
Robotic surgery devices market to hit $10 bn in 2024: Report
New Delhi, Feb 22 - Robotic surgery and devices is expected to experience unprecedented growth in 2024, driven by a surge in demand for minimally invasive procedures and advancements in robotic technologies, according to a report on Thursday.
IIT Kanpur, Conlis Global sign MoU for new indigenously developed bone regeneration tech
Kanpur, Feb 22 - The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Conlis Global for licensing of an innovative and indigenously developed technology that promotes bone healing and regeneration.
US launches research network to evaluate emerging cancer screening technologies
Los Angeles, Feb 22 - The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) has launched a clinical trials network to evaluate emerging technologies for cancer screening, the agency said.
Guj to get modern govt hospital; groundbreaking ceremony on March 4
Ahmadabad, Feb 21 - Gujarat will get a new government hospital which will be equipped with all the latest modern technology, Gujarat Speaker Shankar Chaudhary announced on Wednesday.