Science & Health

Ayush Ministry, Social Justice Dept to boost healthcare of elderly and fight social abuse

The Ministry of Ayush and the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the national capital, to improve the well-being of senior citizens and address the growing concern of substance abuse.

Feb 12, 2025

Mumbai records first GBS-related death: City's healthcare system on alert

Mumbai, the bustling metropolis of India, has reported its first death due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder. The deceased, a 53-year-old man from Wadala, was employed as a ward attendant at the Brihan Mumbai Municipal Corporation's VN Desai Hospital. His demise marks the first GBS-related fatality in the city.

Feb 12, 2025

India's first vaccine against lumpy skin disease gets CDSCO nod; boon for vet healthcare

The Central Drug Standards Control Organization (CDSCO) has granted approval to Biolumpivaxin, India's first vaccine against lumpy skin disease (LSD) in dairy cattle and buffaloes. Developed by Biovet, a Bharat Biotech group company, this novel indigenous live-attenuated marker vaccine is set to revolutionize veterinary healthcare in India.

Feb 10, 2025

India's pharma exports has potential to reach $350 billion by 2047: Report

India's pharmaceutical exports are projected to double from approximately $27 billion in 2023 to reach $65 billion by 2030, and can further grow to an estimated $350 billion by 2047, according to a new report.

Feb 9, 2025

NFHS-5 data more scientific, reliable than flawed Global Hunger Index: BJP

The National Family Health Survey (NFHS) -5 (2019-21) is more scientific and reliable for assessing India's food security progress than the flawed Global Hunger Index (GHI), which is more trusted by the Congress

Feb 8, 2025

Over 73.90 Cr ABHA IDs created to boost health: Health Ministry

More than 73.90 Crore health accounts with unique IDs have been created under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).

Feb 7, 2025

TB Mukt Bharat campaign screens 5.63 cr people, notifies 1.59 lakh new TB patients: Nadda

The health ministry's 100-day intensified campaign on tuberculosis Mukt Bharat has screened 5.63 crore vulnerable people and notified 1.59 lakh new TB patients from 347 districts, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda in Parliament on Friday.

Feb 7, 2025

J&K mysterious deaths: All pesticide, insecticide shops sealed in Rajouri district

All pesticide and insecticide shops have been sealed by authorities in Jammu and Kashmir's (J&K) Rajouri district as part of preventive measures taken after 17 'mysterious deaths' took place in Budhal village, officials said on Thursday.

Feb 6, 2025

Late-onset of menopause may lower heart disease risk: Study

Women who go through menopause later in life have healthier blood vessels which reduces their risk of heart disease.

Feb 5, 2025

Australian research finds no link between mobile phones and various cancers

Research led by Australia's nuclear and radiation safety agency has found no link between mobile phone use and various cancers.

Feb 4, 2025

Ayushman Bharat: Delhi doctor explains impact of healthcare scheme on cancer patients

February 4 is observed as the World Cancer Day, marking a global observance aimed at raising awareness and fighting the deadly disease. As the life-threatening ailment continues to affect millions worldwide, the day serves as a reminder to reduce the number of 'preventable' deaths. India has made considerable progress in the field as the financial assistance under the Ayushman Bharat has enabled umpteen families to receive cancer treatment, free of cost.

Feb 4, 2025

World Cancer Day: People thank PM Modi for affordable treatment under Ayushman Bharat

On the occasion of World Cancer Day, observed annually on February 4 to raise awareness about cancer, people in Rajasthan have lauded the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PM-JAY) for its transformative impact on cancer patients.

Feb 4, 2025

Light rainfall graces Delhi-NCR, brings down temperature, improves AQI

Delhi-NCR woke up to light rainfall on Tuesday morning, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting that showers will continue throughout the day.

Feb 4, 2025

ISRO's NVS-02 navigation satellite faces technical glitch

The Indian Space Research Organization's (ISRO) NVS-02 navigation satellite has encountered a technical glitch after being successfully injected into the intended Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO).

Feb 3, 2025

IIT Madras launches Bharat cancer genome atlas to boost R&D

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras on Monday launched Bharat cancer genome atlas to boost research and personalise treatment against the deadly disease both in India and worldwide.

Feb 3, 2025