Abu Dhabi Administers First CRISPR Gene Therapy in UAE
Abu Dhabi makes history with first CRISPR gene therapy injection for blood disorders in UAE. Learn how this treatment offers a potential cure for sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia.
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First Oral Therapy for Thalassemia Anemia Approved by US FDA
The US FDA has approved Mitapivat (Aqvesme), the first oral treatment for anemia in adults with alpha or beta thalassemia. This breakthrough could reduce transfusion dependence, offering new hope for high-burden countries like India. Read more.
How painting helps cancer patients cope during chemotherapy
At a Delhi clinic, art therapy workshops are helping cancer patients and caregivers manage anxiety and pain. Discover how colors are providing emotional relief beyond medicine.
FDA Approves First Oral Thalassemia Treatment
US FDA approves Mitapivat, the first oral therapy for thalassemia anemia. Indian hematologists welcome the breakthrough but highlight access and affordability challenges in India. Read more.
Patients sleep on streets outside AIIMS Delhi for treatment
Hundreds of patients & caregivers endure freezing nights on pavements near AIIMS Delhi, highlighting gaps in shelter & healthcare access. Read their stories of desperation and hope.
SHRC Probes Higher Meditation Fees at Thiruvananthapuram Hospital
Kerala's SHRC calls for an investigation into increased meditation session charges for psychiatric patients at Thiruvananthapuram's Govt Medical College. Details on the probe and hospital's mental health initiatives.
Oman makes premarital medical tests compulsory from 2026
Oman introduces mandatory premarital health checks from Jan 1, 2026, to screen for genetic and infectious diseases. Learn about the new law's impact and requirements.
Bangladeshi Patients Return Without Treatment in Bhubaneswar
Two Bangladeshi brothers seeking medical treatment in Bhubaneswar were forced to return after a confrontation at the airport. Police verified their documents, but the incident sparked a state inquiry. Read the full report.
Salman Khan's Quiet Acts of Kindness for Cancer Patients
On his 60th birthday, activist Viji Venkatesh reveals Salman Khan's decades-long, behind-the-scenes work with child cancer patients, including financial aid and emotional support. Discover the star's humanitarian side.
Digital App to Transform Lung Cancer Care in India
AIIMS Bhopal's Dr. Akansha Choudhary presented a Boston study on a mobile app for lung cancer patients, aiming to improve access and support across India. Discover the future of holistic cancer care.
Ludhiana Sees 17.5% Rise in Rural Mental Health Patients
Ludhiana district witnesses a rural mental health revolution, with a 17.5% spike in patients seeking therapy over faith healing. Experts credit a 'chain reaction' of awareness for the change.
Nearly 50% of Cancer Patients Face Sleep Disorders
Sleep is vital for cancer patients, yet disorders affect nearly half. Learn about causes, assessment, and effective treatments to improve quality of life during treatment.
Sickle Cell, Thalassemia Cases Found in A Konduru Villages
Praja Arogya Vedika identifies 20 cases of genetic blood disorders in A Konduru mandal. Free testing camp announced. Read about the health crisis and official response.
NCR Air Pollution Linked to Surge in Stroke Cases
Hospitals in Noida and Ghaziabad report a sharp rise in stroke admissions, especially among younger adults. Doctors identify hazardous air quality as a new, critical risk factor. Learn the signs and how to protect yourself.
Mexican Navy Plane Crash in Texas Kills 5
A Mexican navy aircraft carrying burn patients crashed into Galveston Bay, Texas, killing at least five. Four survivors rescued, one missing. Read the latest updates.
Thalassemia Managed with Ayurveda & Yoga: A Case Study
A 56-year-old thalassemia patient from UP saw improved hemoglobin stability after an integrative Ayurveda and yoga program at Patanjali Wellness. Discover how holistic care complements conventional treatment.
Narayana Health's Kolkata HLA Camp for Thalassemia Children
Narayana Health conducts one of Eastern India's largest HLA testing camps in Kolkata, screening over 200 children with thalassemia for potential bone marrow transplants.
Chandigarh DLSA Blood Donation Camps Collect Over 70 Units
Chandigarh District Legal Services Authority holds successful blood donation camps at District Courts, collecting over 70 units. A vital initiative for community health and Thalassemia patients.
MP Police Arrest 5 in Blood Donation Racket After HIV Cases
Madhya Pradesh police intensify crackdown on illegal blood trade after thalassaemia patients contract HIV. Five arrests made under new BNS laws. Read the full story.
5 Thalassemia Kids Get HIV in Satna Due to Blood Lapses
Five children with thalassemia in MP's Satna district test HIV positive after blood transfusions. A state probe reveals major lapses, suspensions follow. Read the heartbreaking stories.
Satna Blood Bank Staff Suspended Over HIV Infection Case
Madhya Pradesh suspends blood bank in-charge & 2 technicians after 6 thalassaemia children test HIV-positive. Central & state teams probe major procedural lapses. Read the full investigation details.
Jaipur Tree Pruning for Allergies Faces Activist Opposition
Jaipur Development Authority's pruning of Papri trees to curb allergies faces backlash from activists fearing tree loss. Officials cite doctors' advice, while residents demand alternative solutions.
MP HIV-Thalassemia Scandal: Probe Finds Major Lapses
A state probe into how five thalassemia kids contracted HIV in Satna reveals shocking lapses: poor donor records, improper tests. Officials face action. Read the full investigation.
Six Kids Get HIV from Tainted Blood in Satna; 3 Suspended
Madhya Pradesh govt suspends three, including blood bank in-charge, after six children contract HIV via transfusion in Satna. Read the shocking details and official action.
HIV Blood Given to 5 Thalassemia Kids in Satna Hospital Probe
A state-level team investigates after five thalassemia children received HIV-infected blood at Satna district hospital. Full probe details and ongoing investigation revealed.
HIV Treatment Dropouts Rise in India, Data Shows
New NACO data reveals a worrying rise in HIV patients dropping out of treatment in India, with over 20,000 lost in 2024-25. Experts call for urgent action to retain patients in care programs.
5 Thalassemia Kids Contract HIV in MP Blood Transfusion Scandal
Five children with thalassemia contracted HIV via blood transfusions in Satna, MP. Investigation reveals critical lapses in reporting, donor tracing, and systemic failure. Read the full report.
Kolkata Hospitals Full Amid Pneumonia, COPD Surge
Private hospitals in Kolkata are nearing full capacity due to a sharp rise in pneumonia and COPD patients. Experts warn of a worsening bed crisis as winter begins. Read more.
HIV in Thalassemia Kids: Satna Blood Bank Probe Hits Hurdles
Six thalassemia children in Satna contracted HIV via blood transfusion. A delayed probe reveals major gaps in donor records, raising serious public health risks. Read the full investigation.
36 HIV Cases Found in West Champaran's Bagaha
36 individuals, including 3 children, diagnosed with HIV in Bagaha, West Champaran. Authorities provide financial aid and urge testing. Learn about support schemes and prevention.
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