Patna Forms Three-Tier Team to Fight Dengue
Patna district administration establishes a three-tier team structure to combat dengue and other vector-borne diseases, focusing on prevention and rapid response.
Category : Healthcare Policy
AIIMS Land for Night Shelters, 3,000-Bed Rest House Planned
Delhi High Court hears AIIMS has allocated land for 80 night shelters and will build a 3,000-bed facility to house patients' families during cold wave. Authorities coordinate relief efforts.
Patna Orders NMCH Expansion and Digitization
Patna divisional commissioner directs Nalanda Medical College to double OPD capacity and fully digitize operations. Hospital data reveals extensive patient services.
VP Radhakrishnan on Medical Institutions' Dual Role
Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan addressed the Golden Jubilee of Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, emphasizing patient care and professional training. He highlighted government healthcare schemes and inaugurated new facilities.
IFAM Redefines Medical Aesthetics Education in India
The Institute of Facial Aesthetic Medicine (IFAM) is revolutionizing medical aesthetics education in India by introducing advanced training programs and setting new benchmarks for quality and safety.
Healthcare Hopes High for Budget 2026 Spending Hike
Ahead of the Union Budget 2026, healthcare experts demand increased public spending to 2.5-3% of GDP, focusing on preventive care, medical devices, and rural infrastructure.
AIIMS Delhi to Build 3,000-Bed Rest House for Families
AIIMS Delhi informs High Court about plans to construct a 3,000-bed rest house for patients' families, with temporary night shelters already established to provide immediate relief.
Quick Commerce Changes How Bengaluru Buys Condoms
Online and offline pharmacists report increased sexual activity during colder months, with February seeing peak demand. Quick commerce platforms are making condom purchases more discreet and accessible.
Khan Sir's Patna Hospital: Rs 7 Blood Tests, Rs 25 ECG
Khan Sir opens affordable hospital in Patna with blood tests at Rs 7 and ECG at Rs 25. The facility aims to provide cheaper healthcare than government hospitals.
Zero Percentile NEET-PG: Inclusivity or Systemic Failure?
The NEET-PG's '0 percentile' decision exposes deep flaws in India's medical education system, including ghost faculty and dummy patients, raising questions about institutional integrity.
Fatehpur Leads with AI Vaccination Tracking System
Fatehpur district launches an AI-driven Smart Vaccination Tracking System, boosting child immunization rates to 95% in pilot areas through WhatsApp reminders and real-time data.
Water Leak Sickens 14 in Mandleshwar, Contamination Under Control
Fourteen people fell ill in Khargone district after drinking contaminated water from a leaking pipeline. Health officials report all patients have recovered following treatment at home.
UP's 100-Day TB Detection Drive Targets Elderly, Slums, Prisons
Uttar Pradesh health department launches special 100-day tuberculosis detection campaign focusing on elderly, critically ill, prisoners, and urban slum residents with community outreach.
ABHA ID: Digitize Health Records for Smoother Doctor Visits
Learn how ABHA ID creates a digital health vault for your medical records, eliminating paperwork and ensuring seamless care across hospitals and clinics.
Delhi Shuts 137 Mohalla Clinics Amid Ayushman Mandir Expansion
Delhi government closes 137 Mohalla Clinics, reducing total from 167 to 30. Many clinics were non-functional or redundant due to new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs.
Budget 2026 to Boost Drug Testing Labs and Regulatory Staffing
The upcoming Union Budget is expected to announce new drug testing laboratories and increased regulatory manpower to strengthen India's pharmaceutical oversight amid global scrutiny.
Delhi Healthcare Boost: New AIIMS, 11 Hospitals Announced
Delhi's healthcare infrastructure receives a significant upgrade with the announcement of a new AIIMS and 11 super-specialty hospitals, aiming to enhance medical services and accessibility for residents.
Violence Against Delhi Doctors Spikes Over 5 Years
Reported assaults on medical staff in Delhi government hospitals surged from 14 in 2021 to 49 in 2024, with limited legal action taken despite safety measures.
NGT Orders Water App After Indore Diarrhea Deaths
The National Green Tribunal expressed grave concern over 15 diarrhea deaths in Indore's Bhagirathpura due to contaminated water. It ordered a 24x7 Water App for complaints and highlighted systemic water management failures across Madhya Pradesh cities.
Bengaluru Starts Universal Newborn Screening Programme
Government hospitals in Bengaluru are implementing a universal newborn screening programme. Doctors receive training at IGICH to test blood samples collected 48-72 hours after birth.
Uttarakhand, ITBP Sign MoU for Border Healthcare
Uttarakhand government and ITBP sign MoU under Swasth Seema Abhiyaan to provide primary healthcare services to 108 border villages in Pithoragarh, Chamoli, and Uttarkashi districts.
Kerala Teen's Organs Save Five in Historic Air Transplant
A teenage girl's organs gave fresh hope to five recipients in Kerala, with the state's first-ever organ transplant conducted on a commercial flight, as announced by Health Minister Veena George.
Karnataka's Menstrual Cup Drive for Schoolgirls Includes Education
Karnataka government will distribute over 10 lakh menstrual cups free to girls in classes 9-12 under Shuchi scheme. Health department plans extensive education programs to address stigma and ensure proper hygiene.
Family Medicine Training for CHOs Could Transform Rural Healthcare
A new study proposes training community health officers in family medicine to address India's rural doctor shortage. This scalable solution could improve primary care access in remote areas.
Delhi Sterilisations: 97% Women in 2024-25 Data
Recent data reveals that women underwent 97% of sterilisations in Delhi during 2024-25, highlighting gender disparities in family planning initiatives.
Candolim Health Centre to Complete in Six Months, Upgrade to CHC
The Candolim health centre in Goa, delayed from its 2025 deadline, is now expected to finish in six months. The Rs 16.4 crore project will upgrade to a community health centre with modern facilities.
Healthcare Deals Cross Rs 10,000 Crore in Q2 FY26
India's healthcare sector witnessed a significant surge in deal activity, crossing Rs 10,000 crore in Q2 FY26, driven by private equity and strategic investments, according to an EY-Parthenon report.
Rats on Oxygen Pipes at Gonda Medical College Spark Outrage
A viral video shows rats scurrying near oxygen pipes and patient beds at Gonda Medical College in Uttar Pradesh, prompting immediate action from authorities.
Budget 2026-27: Healthcare Demands More Funds, Tax Breaks
Ahead of Union Budget 2026-27, healthcare stakeholders push for increased public health spending and enhanced tax benefits for preventive care to tackle medical inflation and aging population challenges.
Gujarat Gets First State-Funded BSL-4 Lab for Deadly Pathogens
Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone for Gujarat's BSL-4 biocontainment facility in Gandhinagar. This state-funded lab will research Ebola, Nipah, and other deadly viruses.
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