FUJIFILM India has announced the launch of its FW500 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer, marking a significant expansion in its diagnostics and in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) portfolio. The new system is designed to deliver high accuracy, reliability, and speed in clinical testing, supporting laboratories and hospitals in enhancing
Indian health-tech innovator Qure.ai has achieved a major milestone with its AI-based chest X-ray screening tool for tuberculosis (TB) in children receiving CE Class IIb certification in Europe. The approval marks a breakthrough in the use of artificial intelligence for early and accurate TB detection
In a landmark move in the medical diagnostics sector, private equity firms Blackstone and TPG have announced plans to acquire Hologic, Inc., a leading medical technology company specializing in women's health diagnostics, for up to $18.3 billion, including debt. This deal represents the largest acquisition
In a groundbreaking advancement for neurodegenerative disease diagnostics, Roche and Eli Lilly have received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for their blood-based test to detect Alzheimer’s disease, marking a major leap toward earlier, simpler, and more accessible diagnosis of the condition. The newly approved
Dr Upasana Garg, Regional Technical Chief, Apollo Diagnostics Mumbai Currently, right from children to adults, all are glued to the screen. Indeed, the extended screen time can take a toll on the eyes. Hence, understand that early detection and preventive care are key in protecting vision,
Aster DM Healthcare, one of the leading healthcare providers in the Middle East and India, has announced the launch of its state-of-the-art 264-bed hospital in Kasaragod, Kerala. The new facility is set to revolutionize healthcare services in the region, providing advanced medical care to thousands
In a pioneering advancement in nanobiotechnology, scientists from the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) and collaborating institutions have successfully engineered synthetic “mirror-image” nanopores that could transform early cancer detection and pave the way for personalized diagnostics and treatments. The research, recently published in Nature Communications,
With the exponential rise in global food trade, ensuring food safety and consumer protection has become a critical priority. Experts and industry leaders have emphasized that food regulators worldwide hold a pivotal role in safeguarding public health by enforcing stringent standards, harmonizing regulations, and strengthening
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Raipur, today inaugurated its state-of-the-art Renal Transplant Unit, a major step toward reducing the need for critically ill kidney patients to seek care in distant metropolitan centres. The renal transplant facility was officially opened on 19 September 2025
Bartronics, a leading player in advanced medical technology and healthcare solutions, today announced the acquisition of a minority stake in Huwel, an emerging innovator in the diagnostic devices space, for a consideration of ₹50 crore. The strategic investment underscores Bartronics’ commitment to expanding its footprint in
