The Government of Gujarat has launched a first of its kind 'Health Passport' initiative under the School Health Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (SHRBSK) to create a comprehensive, lifelong health record for every child in the state from birth until the age of 18 years. The
The Karnataka government has announced an ambitious target to make the state drug free by 2028, intensifying its efforts to combat substance abuse through stronger enforcement, public awareness campaigns and community participation. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar stated that the government has adopted a comprehensive
signs MoU with Zydus Lifesciences to expandaccess to this blood based cancer screening test in the country - As early detection remains the most powerful ally in improving survival and quality of life, Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs), India’s leading and dedicated provider of comprehensive
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda has announced that more than 42 crore people have been screened for hypertension under India's nationwide population based screening programme delivered through Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs), with over 7.3 crore individuals diagnosed with the condition. The minister said the
Hospitals across Noida are witnessing a significant increase in patients suffering from dehydration, dizziness and heat related illnesses as prolonged high temperatures and heatwave conditions continue to affect the National Capital Region. Health authorities and medical experts have urged residents to take preventive measures as
IIHMR University has commenced the International Training Program on Transformational Leadership for Health System Strengthening (TLHSS) under the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Scheme of the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. The two week programme, being held from June 29 to July 10,
Health authorities in Jharkhand's East Singhbhum district have reported 26 new cases of cerebral malaria and 18 additional cases of malaria following an intensified screening drive across affected villages, raising concerns over the spread of the disease in the region. While no new fatalities were
A coalition of healthcare professionals, public health activists and international medical organizations has called for the suspension of the Israeli Medical Association (IMA) from the World Medical Association (WMA), citing concerns over the destruction of healthcare infrastructure in Gaza and the treatment of Palestinian healthcare
WHO has raised concerns over the growing risk of infectious disease outbreaks in Venezuela following the devastating twin earthquakes that struck the country last week, overwhelming healthcare facilities and disrupting critical public health services. The warning comes as authorities continue to grapple with a mounting
Kerala has reported two deaths due to leptospirosis and identified nine new cases of the bacterial disease, prompting health authorities to intensify surveillance and public awareness measures amid the ongoing monsoon season. The state health department has urged residents, particularly those in high risk areas,
