A Class XII student from Hyderabad has developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted model for the early detection of lung cancer, combining DNA methylation biomarkers with machine learning to improve the accuracy of non invasive cancer screening. The research highlights the growing potential of AI-driven diagnostics
Dr. Shilpa Singi Lead Consultant Academies and Strategies Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital A UK hospital has unveiled a 60-bed rooftop critical care garden designed for ICU patients, blending nature, sunlight, and rehabilitation. Experts say such healing spaces may improve recovery, sleep quality, mental health, and overall patient
The West Bengal government has allocated ₹3,100 crore in the 2026 State Budget for the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), marking the state's first formal rollout of the Centre's flagship health assurance scheme. The announcement was made by Finance Minister
India's rapidly expanding digital healthcare ecosystem is failing to reach millions of people living with diabetes due to persistent digital inequalities, according to a new study published in BMC Public Health. The research highlights that older adults, rural populations, women and economically disadvantaged communities continue
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has directed medical colleges and institutions across the country to initiate the conversion of postgraduate diploma seats into corresponding MD and MS seats, marking a significant policy shift in India's postgraduate medical education framework. In a recent directive, the NMC instructed
Bengalur based healthcare startup CENT has expanded its footprint into the Delhi-NCR region with the launch of a new clinical prevention centre in Gurugram, which the company describes as India's first dedicated facility focused exclusively on preventive and early detection healthcare. The newly launched centre is
HealthKart has crossed the milestone of 250 retail stores across 111 cities in India, marking a significant achievement in the company's omnichannel growth strategy and reinforcing its position in the country's rapidly expanding nutrition and wellness market. The company, which launched its first physical store in
A multidisciplinary team of urologists, gynecologists, physiotherapists and rehabilitation specialists at Ruby Hall Clinic will launch a dedicated Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Program on 23rd June 2026, introducing the UI Cube, an advanced electromagnetic stimulation chair that delivers automated pelvic floor muscle training through Kegel exercises.
Healthcare services at the Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS), Greater Noida, have been affected following a week long strike by nearly 700 contractual employees, who are demanding regularisation of their services and promotions without mandatory examinations. The protesting staff, many of whom were recruited during
Kerala has reported 10 new cases of Shigella infection across four districts, prompting health authorities to strengthen surveillance and containment efforts while continuing heightened vigilance against potential Ebola threats and maintaining monitoring measures for Nipah virus. According to the latest health department update, Kozhikode reported seven
