A portable vein finder device from Chinese firm Vivolight has gone viral in India after a demo was shared by the Chinese Embassy. The device uses near-infrared light to project live vein maps onto skin, making medical procedures faster and more accurate.
Dr G Viswanathan Hospitals in Trichy introduces a 100-watt holmium laser system for minimally invasive treatment of kidney stones, urinary tract stones, and prostate enlargement, enhancing precision and patient safety.
A 33-year-old man from Kalladai village in Karur district gave new life to multiple patients after his family donated his organs following brain death certification at Trichy's MGMGH hospital.
Groundbreaking Australian research reveals heart muscle cells can regenerate after heart attacks, challenging long-held medical beliefs and opening possibilities for new regenerative cardiovascular treatments.
Indian Patent Office rejects AbbVie's patent for Venetoclax citing lack of inventive step, paving way for affordable generics for blood cancer patients in India.
A major medical breakthrough in Karnataka as doctors successfully perform a pediatric bone marrow transplant on a teenager suffering from Hodgkin's lymphoma, offering new hope for young cancer patients.
Durga Kami, a 22-year-old from Nepal, passed away after undergoing a rare heart transplant at Ernakulam General Hospital. She suffered from Danon disease, a genetic disorder causing severe cardiomyopathy.
Fortis Hospital in Himachal Pradesh has inaugurated a state-of-the-art biplane neuro cath lab, enhancing stroke treatment capabilities with advanced imaging and interventional procedures for neurological emergencies.
Ananth Krishna Hareesh, a 20-year-old mechatronics student, faced severe breathing issues in Canada, was misdiagnosed with TB, and found recovery in Kochi after complex surgery for multiloculated pleural effusion.
Doctors at BJMC and Sassoon Hospital in Pune have identified a novel MS4A6A gene mutation linked to Transient Neonatal Diabetes Mellitus, a global first that prevents unnecessary lifelong insulin therapy.
Zydus Lifesciences introduces biosimilar nivolumab Tishtha in India at reduced prices after Delhi High Court approval, enhancing access to advanced cancer immunotherapy.
Max Super Speciality Hospital in Mohali has introduced state-of-the-art radiation therapy technologies, including VMAT and IGRT, to enhance precision cancer treatment for patients in the region.
India's cardiac care has transformed dramatically over 50 years, evolving from basic procedures to precision interventions. The PRISM-PCI Conclave 2026 highlighted how India now leads in medical technology innovation while tackling cardiovascular disease
Doctors at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences in Lucknow successfully performed a complex hip fracture surgery on a 50-year-old woman weighing over 140kg, a high-risk case previously declined by multiple hospitals due to severe obesi
Actor Shreyas Talpade shares his experience of ignoring early signs before a heart attack during a film shoot, urging everyone to heed their body's warnings.
Two scientists from Dr DY Patil University in Pimpri secured the ICMR's first-in-the-world challenge grant of Rs 56 lakh to develop an oral stem cell capsule for ulcerative colitis, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease.
British pharmaceutical giant GSK Plc announces a definitive agreement to acquire US-based RAPT Therapeutics for $2.2 billion, expanding its pipeline in inflammatory and immunologic diseases.
A 75-year-old woman in Jaipur survived after being given incompatible blood at PBM Hospital. Doctors call her recovery rare given the high fatality risk of such errors.
A groundbreaking study from Ahmedabad identifies genetic mutations behind male infertility, improving detection by 6-8% and offering personalized treatment pathways for couples.
Apollo BGS Hospitals in Mysuru has launched a comprehensive robotic surgery programme, integrating multiple specialties for precise, safer procedures and faster patient recovery.
Doctor 365 and DRVA organized the 5th Bollywood Maha Arogya Shivir, featuring Shilpa Shetty and Dr. Dharmendra Kumar. The event provided free health services in Mumbai.
A 24-year-old woman in Gurgaon opted for vacuum-assisted breast surgery to remove benign lumps, avoiding scars before her wedding. The procedure allowed quick recovery.
Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath's wife Seema reveals her Stage 2 breast cancer diagnosis, breaking taboos and emphasizing that cancer can strike anyone regardless of lifestyle.
Doctors at Kalyan Singh Super Speciality Cancer Institute performed a complex limb salvage surgery on a 22-year-old woman with osteosarcoma, saving her leg and enabling her to walk within five days.
A Shimla woman suffering from a massive uterine fibroid weighing 5.21 kg underwent successful laparoscopic surgery at a Mandi hospital, setting a new record in India for minimally invasive gynecological procedures.
A 48-year-old woman in Ahmedabad suffered an epileptic seizure while cleaning her teeth with a safety pin, causing it to get stuck in her food pipe near the C7 vertebrae.
New research reveals adolescent brains actively create dense synapse clusters, challenging long-held pruning theories and offering fresh insights into schizophrenia development.
Researchers have discovered specific cells that drive tissue regeneration, offering promising new treatments for cancer survivors and severe burn patients worldwide.
Malayalam actor Ranjini Menon opens up about her near-fatal stroke experience, describing warning signs, ICU struggle, and life-changing recovery journey.
A nine-year-old Pune boy narrowly escaped death after swallowing seven magnets. Doctors performed emergency surgery to remove the dangerous objects that had clamped together in his intestines.