Health News

Japanese Encephalitis claims 3 lives in Manipur, state on alert

The State administration has ordered all the schools to remain shut in Churachandpur district of the state.

Jul 29, 2016

Biocon launches 'Ek Prayaas' national awareness drive on Hepatitis C

About 130-150 million people globally, and 1.5 crore people in India are infected with Hepatitis C.

Jul 29, 2016

24 surgeries in 24 hours: Mumbai ophthalmologist infuses hopes in Kashmir's pellet victims

More than 100 young boys and girls have been hit in the eye by pellet guns in Kashmir

Jul 28, 2016

Indian-origin gynaecologist gets 8 years in prison for sexually abusing his patients

The gynaecologist was also accused of claiming false bills from medical insurers for procedures that he did not perform.

Jul 28, 2016

World Hepatitis Day: Hepatitis a silent killer in India, claims one lakh lives every year

India has the second largest number of hepatitis patients in the world

Jul 28, 2016

If you are suffering from type-2 diabetes, it's time to get vaccinated

A research suggested that vaccination decreases the incidence of chronic diseases, and thereby hospital admissions, among diabetics.

Jul 27, 2016

Iraqi boy dies after 'anaesthetic overdose' in Gurgaon clinic

Ahmad had flown to India for the treatment of his visual and hearing impairment.

Jul 27, 2016

India home to largest number of stunted children in world: Report

A major reason for malnutrition, and thereby stunting, is the lack of access to sanitation and water.

Jul 27, 2016

Hyderabad: Power shortage leads to several deaths in city hospital

The hospital emergency departments were subjected to extremely low-voltage electricity, which led to discomfort for many patients.

Jul 26, 2016

World Breastfeeding Week: Here is how breastfeeding is good for mother's health

Breastfeeding provides deep emotional and physical connect between a mother and her child and has several benefits for mothers.

Jul 26, 2016

Cheap anti-malarial drug can treat certain stubborn cancers

The anti-malarial drug works by making the resistant tumours more responsive to radiotherapy.

Jul 26, 2016

Dengue fever grips Delhi: First death reported, 40 cases in last one week

The state health department in Delhi has opened Dengue clinics where the patients showing symptoms of the disease are being treated.

Jul 26, 2016

Medical Council of India likely to be scrapped soon

The MCI has been accused of mishandling the medical education sector in the country besides being a hub of corruption, nepotism.

Jul 25, 2016

Karnataka reports six dengue deaths in 20 days

Dengue crisis has loomed large over the southern and central India during the monsoon season

Jul 25, 2016

A herbal combo-pack gives hope of warding-off colon cancer

Two compounds derived from plants have been found effective in the treatment of colon cancer , a new study said.

Jul 25, 2016