The fifth edition engaged nearly 32,000 participants globally in a month-long campaign from World Heart Day, September 29, to October 28, 2025. Aster DM Foundation and associated hospitals pledged free pediatric heart surgeries for atleast 50 underprivileged children, bringing the cumulative total to atleast 214 surgeries over a span
Elon Musk-led Starlink, the satellite internet division of SpaceX, is inching closer to its long-awaited India launch with a major partnership in Maharashtra aimed at boosting digital access across healthcare centers and remote regions. According to officials familiar with the development, Starlink has begun pilot connectivity
A recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has raised alarm over a concerning surge in infectious diseases across India, revealing that one in every nine diagnostic tests conducted under surveillance programs has returned positive results for infectious pathogens. The findings, based on
The Himachal Pradesh government has announced a major healthcare infrastructure boost, allocating over ₹213 crore to upgrade diagnostic and laboratory facilities across the state’s public health institutions. The move aims to ensure timely, accurate, and accessible diagnostic services for people in both urban and remote
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
Bengaluru witnessed a landmark moment in healthcare with the successful hosting of REVIVE 2025, the first-ever international conference on Pulmonary and Cardiac Rehabilitation in Karnataka. Organized by Vaayu Chest and Sleep Specialty Center, the event brought together over 140 delegates in this one-day conclave including leading pulmonologists, cardiologists, rehabilitation
Intuitive Surgical, Inc., the global leader in robotic-assisted surgery, reported quarterly earnings that surpassed analyst expectations, fueled by sustained growth in demand for its da Vinci surgical robot systems and related instruments. The company’s strong performance underscores the accelerating adoption of robotic surgery in hospitals
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stark warning about the rapidly increasing levels of antibiotic resistance (AMR) across the globe, calling it one of the most urgent public health threats of the century. The organization cautioned that misuse and overuse of antibiotics in
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
In a major move signaling its growth ambitions, Max Healthcare Institute Ltd. has unveiled plans for an expansion worth over ₹5,000 crore, aimed at strengthening its presence across India. The announcement was made by Mr. Abhay Soi, Chairman and Managing Director of Max Healthcare, who
