The Mizoram government has introduced a new online medical referral system under the Mizoram Universal Healthcare Scheme (MUHS) to streamline patient referrals and improve healthcare accessibility, particularly for residents living outside the Aizawl district. The digital initiative is aimed at reducing delays, paperwork, and inconvenience
Dr. Narander Kumar Singla, Principal Consultant & Unit Head- Internal Medicine, Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, New Delhi Hantavirus infection is a zoonotic viral disease which is mainly caused by hantaviruses, known as group of viruses mainly carried by rodents. Humans normally become infected through exposure
A recent nationwide survey has revealed that nearly 90% of Indians are willing to pay a higher fee for certified and quality-assured healthcare services, underscoring the growing importance of trust, transparency, and accreditation in India’s healthcare sector. The findings reflect a major shift in patient expectations
Session featured reflections from stalwarts, insights from current leaders, and aspirations of next-generation visionaries NEW DELHI, 8th October 2025: FICCI HEAL 2025, the 19th edition of FICCI’s annual healthcare conference supported by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and NITI Aayog, opened on October 8
Government Strengthens Healthcare Investments with Strategic Allocations and Technological Advancements In a significant step toward fortifying the nation's healthcare infrastructure, India's Government Health Expenditure (GHE) has increased to 1.84% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), with a dedicated trajectory aimed at achieving 2.5% by the year
Baku, Azerbaijan — Ahead of the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, the World Health Organization (WHO) is urging global leaders to transition away from fossil fuels and center health in climate adaptation and resilience efforts. In its newly launched COP29 special
100% bill payment is one of the most important features that both policyholders and potential buyers wish to have in their health insurance policy 60% of the respondents claim that are aware of the terms and conditions stated in their health policy However, 68%
