In a significant step toward strengthening universal health coverage in India, the Government of West Bengal is set to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), becoming the 36th State/Union Territory to join the world's largest publicly funded health assurance scheme. A
India's relief from scorching summer temperatures may become increasingly short lived as climate change intensifies heat and humidity during the monsoon season, according to a new study. Researchers warn that rising temperatures combined with high moisture levels could significantly increase the risk of dangerous heat
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has reviewed the draft Mental Health Policy for Schools, marking an important step towards strengthening mental health support systems for students, teachers, and the broader school community across India. According to the Ministry of Education, the review meeting brought together senior
Health authorities in Telangana have confirmed that a second Sudanese national admitted to a Hyderabad hospital has tested negative for Ebola, providing reassurance amid heightened surveillance following global concerns over recent Ebola outbreaks in parts of Africa. Officials stated that the individual was admitted as a
Naturally occurring trans fats found in dairy products such as milk, cheese, butter, and yogurt may not carry the same health risks as industrially produced trans fats, according to a new review of scientific evidence. The findings could help clarify long standing concerns about trans
Eating one avocado a day may help improve blood sugar management and lower dietary glycemic load, according to a recent study that adds to growing evidence supporting the health benefits of nutrient-rich foods in chronic disease prevention. Researchers found that participants who included an avocado in
Following the news that MasterChef India Season 1 winner Pankaj Bhadouria has been diagnosed with breast cancer, the need to raise awareness about the disease has once again come into focus. Early detection of breast cancer can make treatment more effective and significantly improve a
Kinder Hospitals Bangalore has announced the appointment of Vidhya Shree R as its new Chief Operating Officer, strengthening the hospital's leadership team as it continues to expand its healthcare services and enhance operational performance. The appointment was officially shared by the hospital through its social media
WHO, in collaboration with the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), has announced a $518 million emergency response plan to combat the ongoing Ebola outbreak and strengthen preparedness efforts across affected regions. Announcing the initiative, WHO Director General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said
Health authorities in Rajasthan have placed a Ugandan woman under medical observation after she was identified during routine airport screening at Jaipur International Airport with symptoms consistent with Ebola Virus Disease. Officials emphasized that the case remains suspected, and laboratory confirmation is awaited. According to preliminary
