Category : Healthcare Policy


Jharkhand Budget: Rs 200 Crore for Cancer Treatment

Jharkhand's annual budget for FY 2026-27 allocates Rs 200 crore exclusively for cancer treatment, with total health sector funding at Rs 7,990.30 crore. The plan includes installing PET/CT scan machines in five medical colleges and upgrading district hosp

Mizoram's First Laparoscopic Pancreatic Cancer Surgery at ZMC&H

Zoram Medical College & Hospital in Aizawl successfully performed Mizoram's inaugural laparoscopic surgery for pancreatic cancer, marking a healthcare breakthrough. The procedure was part of a workshop with specialists, enhancing local surgical capabiliti

Kerala Doctors Strike 74 Days Over Pay, Safety, Staff Shortages

Government medical college doctors in Kerala continue their 74-day strike, protesting unpaid arrears, chronic vacancies, and unsafe workplaces. The state's acclaimed public health model faces collapse as infrastructure expands without adequate manpower.

Delhi: 2.4% Births Outside Hospitals Despite Progress

Delhi government data reveals that while institutional deliveries have surged to 96.1% in 2024, 2.4% of births are still assisted by relatives or untrained persons, highlighting persistent challenges in maternal healthcare.

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