Category : Healthcare Policy


Punjab's 2025 De-addiction Rules Under HC Lens

The Punjab and Haryana High Court examines a PIL alleging that Punjab's 2025 de-addiction rules weaken safeguards and breach the Mental Healthcare Act, raising concerns over patient rights.

Delhi NCR Cheers Budget's Medical Tourism Hubs Plan

Delhi NCR hospitals welcome the Budget's announcement to set up five Regional Medical Hubs, boosting medical tourism and jobs. Experts highlight the region's strengths in handling international patients.

Indore Sets March Deadline for New Hospital Building

Indore district administration has set a March-end deadline for completing the new district hospital building. Collector Shivam Verma conducted a surprise inspection and directed officials to finish remaining construction within two months.

Haryana Aims for 100 FRUs to Enhance Maternal Health

Haryana plans to expand First Referral Units to 100 by March end, as institutional childbirths rise to 98.3% in 2024. The state's maternal mortality rate shows decline with improved healthcare initiatives.

Dr Prathap Reddy at 93: Apollo Founder's Healthcare Vision

Dr Prathap C Reddy, founder of Apollo Hospitals, shares his journey from cardiologist to healthcare pioneer at 93. He discusses transforming Indian medical infrastructure, his 4Cs mantra, and vision for medical tourism and preventive healthcare.

DCA Busts Unlicensed Medical Device Unit in Hyderabad

The Drugs Control Administration (DCA) in Telangana raided an unlicensed unit in Serilingampally, Hyderabad, seizing medical devices worth ₹4 lakh. The unit was illegally manufacturing 'Patient Monitor' devices without mandatory licences.

Bengaluru Police Helpline Linked to Nimhans Tele Manas

Bengaluru Police's emergency helpline has been integrated with Nimhans' Tele Manas service to provide immediate psychiatric support during mental health crises, launched by Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh and Director Dr Pratima Murthy.

Prayagraj Pilgrimage Saves Youth with Heart Condition

A 25-year-old man's health crisis during Magh Mela in Prayagraj led to a life-saving heart procedure after doctors diagnosed severe Mitral Stenosis, with two other high-risk patients also treated successfully.

GMC Introduces Online OPD Booking System in Goa

Goa Medical College has launched online OPD appointments for select departments, aiming to reduce waiting times and crowding. The new system allows patients to book slots in advance, with initial positive response from users.

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