The Kerala government is set to roll out a statewide HPV vaccination drive targeting Plus One and Plus Two students, marking a significant step toward the elimination of cervical cancer in the state.The initiative, led by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, aims to
pidemic, driven by a sharp rise in lifestyle-related disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. The alarming trend underscores the urgent need for preventive healthcare measures, early screening, and public awareness.According to experts, nearly one in ten adults in India may be living with some
In a groundbreaking public health move, the Maldives government has officially begun implementing a ‘generational ban’ on smoking, making it one of the first countries in the world to take such a bold step toward a tobacco-free future.Under the new law, citizens born after a
The Himachal Pradesh government has announced a major healthcare infrastructure boost, allocating over ₹213 crore to upgrade diagnostic and laboratory facilities across the state’s public health institutions. The move aims to ensure timely, accurate, and accessible diagnostic services for people in both urban and remote
Collaborates with Mothers Against Vaping for Capacity-Building Workshop at Delhi Police Academy Acknowledging the urgency of curbing the proliferation of gateway nicotine products despite an existing nationwide ban, the Delhi Police has become the first police force in the country to organize a dedicated capacity-building workshop
In the recent years, doctors have noticed a substantial increase in male infertility cases. Historically, the average sperm count has dropped significantly from approximately 113 million/ml in 1940, to 66 million/ml in 1990. Studies show that from the year 2000 onwards there is an average
India’s Molbio Diagnostics has been awarded the prestigious Kochon Prize 2024 for its groundbreaking portable molecular diagnostic platform, a transformative innovation that has significantly advanced the fight against infectious diseases globally.The Kochon Prize, instituted by the Stop TB Partnership and funded by the Kochon Foundation
The evolving biosimilar regulations in the United States are poised to create new growth opportunities for Indian pharmaceutical companies, with experts predicting a significant uptick in exports and partnerships in the biopharma segment.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) streamlined approval pathway for biosimilars, along
In a remarkable milestone for India’s medical device industry, a next-generation heart stent developed in India has received major global recognition, highlighting the country’s growing innovation and self-reliance in advanced cardiovascular technologies.The indigenous stent, designed and manufactured under the ‘Make in India’ initiative, has been
In a landmark move strengthening its international presence, Narayana Health, one of India’s largest and most respected healthcare providers, has announced the acquisition of UK-based Practice Plus Group (PPG), marking a major milestone in its global expansion strategy.The acquisition, estimated at £160 million (approximately ₹1,700
