Delhi HC Orders Emergency Shelters for Homeless Patients
Delhi High Court directs authorities to provide immediate shelter to homeless patients and relatives near major hospitals during freezing nights, citing constitutional rights.
Delhi High Court directs authorities to provide immediate shelter to homeless patients and relatives near major hospitals during freezing nights, citing constitutional rights.
Fourteen critically ill patients were urgently moved from the ICU at Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur following a water pipeline leak, ensuring their safety amid the disruption.
Delhi's shelter board urgently requests four major hospitals to permit temporary tents for homeless patients and attendants sleeping outside during severe cold conditions.
GMCH-32 shifts its Radiation Oncology OPD, day care & wards to South Campus Hospital in Sector 48 to reduce waiting time. Free ambulance service available. Details on the rising cancer burden in Chandigarh.
Thousands of TB patients in Uttar Pradesh face severe nutritional crisis as payments under the Nikshay Poshan Yojana remain stalled for months, jeopardizing their recovery. Read how this delay is impacting critical treatment.
A new oral drug, Mitapivat, shows promise for thalassemia patients in India, potentially reducing transfusion needs. Learn about this breakthrough treatment and its implications.
Kerala's health department informs SHRC that a program to distribute life-saving hemophilia drugs at home lacks government approval, leaving over 120 patients in Kollam vulnerable.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 conducts one of Eastern India's largest HLA testing camps in Kolkata, screening over 200 children with thalassemia for potential bone marrow transplants.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A state-level team investigates after five thalassemia children received HIV-infected blood at Satna district hospital. Full probe details and ongoing investigation revealed.