E. coli presence in bottled water in Keralam’s Kochi points at need to ensure water traceability

Kochi Corporation moots making it mandatory for hotels to use only Kerala Water Authority water, which would help ensure use of safe water…

All you need to know about: Huntington’s disease

The symptoms of Huntington’s disease vary from person to person and generally become more severe as the disease progresses

Why is the Central Consumer Protection Authority racking down on ‘100%’ claims on food products? | Explained

Story so far: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has stepped up action against food companies using “100%” claims on their products, saying…

They crossed the State border for healthcare. Now, Andhra Pradesh is helping this Telangana hospital

After 52 patients from Andhra Pradesh were rushed to Bhadrachalam Area Hospital in Telangana’s Bhadradri Kothagudem district during an overnight medical emergency, the…

Bhutan leads South-East Asia in eliminating rabies as public health problem

WHO validation recognises that a country has eliminated dog-transmitted human rabies, with no human deaths from the disease for at least two years,…

Not all types of dementia cause memory loss: what happens when it strikes early

Behaviour and personality changes, rather than memory loss, can be among the first signs of frontotemporal dementia (FTD), which commonly affects people between…

Cipla inks partnership with China’s Qilu Pharma for cancer biosimilar

The partnership reflects Cipla’s confidence in the long-term potential of biosimilars and supports its strategy to build a strong oncology-focused portfolio.

1,000 transplants and new beginnings: Thalassemia patients get a second chance

When Muhammad Shaheem, 17, from Karnataka was diagnosed with severe thalassemia at just five months old, regular blood transfusions became a part of…

Fewer births, bigger questions for Tamil Nadu

While the decline in births reflects a broader demographic transition, with implications for the workforce and ageing population, experts say greater attention must…

Health Quiz: On your eyes and their health

National Eye Donation fortnight is observed annually in India from August 25 to September 8 to raise awareness about corneal donation. How well…

Maharashtra Bill does not regulate private hospital treatment rates, says health right group

The campaign also includes meetings with all 21 MLAs who are members of the JLC, demanding Health Minister convene a statewide consultation with…

Eye donation in India: current scenario and way forward

The future of eye donation in India lies in a strong public–private–NGO partnership. Awareness must translate into timely family consent, consent into retrieval,…

Doctors question the need to register again for National Medical Register

The doctors argue that their database is already available with respective State Medical Councils

As Ayushman Arogya Mandirs replace Mohalla Clinics in Delhi, former staff await dues

Some former mohalla clinic staff who were not absorbed into the AAMs are still awaiting their dues. Dr. Amit Gupta, who worked at…

All about the counterfeit ‘Abhayrab’ rabies vaccine batch under investigation

With rabies, the margin for error is exceptionally small. A genuine, potent vaccine administered promptly can prevent a fatal disease; a counterfeit product…
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