KGMU Surgeons in Global Study on Gallbladder Cancer
Surgeons from Lucknow's KGMU contributed to a Cambridge-led global study, creating a new tool to predict cancer spread without extra cost. Read how this impacts treatment.
Category : Medical News
Stent Patients: Can You Stop Heart Medicines? Doctors Answer
After a heart stent, stopping certain medications can be dangerous. Leading cardiologists explain the critical role of blood thinners and statins for long-term safety. Read their expert advice.
Telangana Teaching Doctors Seek Clearance of Financial Dues
TTGDA urges Telangana govt to clear long-standing dues for teaching doctors, including UGC PRC arrears from 2016 and DA arrears. Pending CPS credits add to financial strain.
Alibaba's AI Detects Pancreatic Cancer Early in Trial
An AI tool named PANDA, developed by Alibaba, is detecting early-stage pancreatic cancer from routine scans in China. Learn how this breakthrough saved a patient and its potential for India.
53 New Year Babies Born in Chandigarh Hospitals
Chandigarh's public hospitals welcomed 53 newborns on Jan 1, 2026, showcasing a near-perfect gender balance. Discover the heartwarming statistics and stories behind the city's first citizens of the year.
Nashik: Unqualified couple booked for illegal skin clinic
Sarkarwada police register a case against a Nashik couple for operating an unlicensed skin care clinic on College Road. The clinic was run without medical qualifications or permissions. Read the full details.
Weight-loss drugs poised for takeoff, cancer care expands in 2026
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, despite limited uptake, topped India's pharma sales by value in 2025. With generics and new approvals coming, 2026 promises wider access. Plus, government plans 200+ Day Care Cancer Centres. Read the full analysis.
PMCH Orthopaedics Head Dr Rakesh Chaudhary Gets LNJPN Charge
Dr Rakesh Chaudhary, head of orthopaedics at Patna Medical College, assumes additional role as director of Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan Super Specialty Hospital. Read about his new responsibilities.
New Cath Lab at RMLIMS to Reduce Heart Procedure Wait Times
A new cardiac catheterisation lab at Lucknow's RMLIMS promises faster treatment. Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak announced more equipment to modernise cardiac care. Read how this upgrade impacts patients.
Kochi Woman Dies After Childbirth, Family Alleges Negligence
A 30-year-old woman died days after delivering her second child at a private hospital in North Paravur. Her family alleges medical negligence and severe bleeding. Police have registered a case of unnatural death.
First Heart Transplant at Kerala District Hospital Saves Life
A 22-year-old Nepali woman's condition improves after a historic heart transplant at Kochi's Ernakulam General Hospital, the first such surgery at a district-level government facility in India.
Health Dept Probes Trichy Hospital in Kidney Trafficking Racket
Tamil Nadu health officials launch inquiry at Star KIMS Hospital, Trichy, following Maharashtra police allegations of a pan-India illegal kidney transplant racket. Key suspect doctor remains elusive.
Kolkata to add 1,300 hospital beds by 2026
Major private hospitals in Kolkata are expanding, adding 1,300 new beds by 2026. Upgrades include advanced cancer care, transplant units, and affordable treatment options. Read more.
WB Junior Doctors' Front Crisis Deepens as Leader Quits
Aniket Mahata resigns from WBJDF, citing lack of representation from all medical colleges. RDA of RG Kar withdraws support, escalating the internal rift. Key details inside.
Satheesan Pledges Prosthetic Hand for Palakkad Girl
After 3 months of struggle, a Palakkad family thanks opposition leader V D Satheesan for promising full financial aid for a prosthetic hand for their 9-year-old daughter. Read the full story of alleged medical negligence and hope.
Kidney Racket Probe: Trichy Hospital Under Scanner
Tamil Nadu health department initiates inquiry at Trichy's Star KIMS Hospital linked to a pan-India illegal kidney trafficking racket. Key doctor missing as officials seek documents.
Goa Govt Hikes Stipend for GMC Resident Doctors
Goa Health Minister announces a significant salary increase for contract doctors and resident doctors at GMC, effective Jan 1. The move addresses long-pending demands and inflation.
RailTel to Implement HMIS in 7 Assam Medical Colleges
RailTel secures a Rs 56.71 crore project to implement a Hospital Management Information System across seven major medical colleges in Assam, aiming to modernize patient care and hospital operations.
Karnataka OKs Rs 1,000 Cr Organ Transplant Hospital
Karnataka cabinet greenlights a massive Rs 1,000 crore organ transplant facility in Bengaluru, a joint project with Azim Premji University. A major boost for healthcare in South India.
GDC Raipur's Affordable Jaw Surgery with Indian Device
Doctors at Government Dental College Raipur successfully treat a 24-year-old's severe jaw condition using a low-cost Indian distractor. A breakthrough in affordable maxillofacial surgery.
Two Die from Generator Fumes at Firozabad Petrol Pump
A manager and salesman found dead in Agra after inhaling toxic fumes from a generator during a power cut. Police suspect carbon monoxide poisoning. Read the full report.
Astronauts Remove Wisdom Teeth Before Space: Shukla's Experience
Discover why astronauts, including India's Shubhanshu Shukla, undergo preventive wisdom tooth removal. Learn how space medicine eliminates risks for long missions where dental surgery is impossible.
Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani Launches Digestive Sciences Institute
Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani launches the Kauvery Institute of Digestive Sciences to combat rising digestive disorders in India. Offering comprehensive, multi-specialty care under one roof.
Wearable Health Tech Use to Surge 42x by 2050
A new study predicts a massive 42-fold global increase in wearable health device usage by 2050. Discover how this tech revolution will reshape healthcare and wellness in India and worldwide.
Paul J Kim's 5-Year-Old Son Dies After Flu Battle
Catholic speaker and comedian Paul J Kim mourns the loss of his 5-year-old son, Micah, to severe flu. The tragedy highlights the critical warning signs of influenza in children that parents must know. Read more.
Why Young, Fit Adults Face Heart Attack Risk? Expert Explains
Dr. Naveen Bhamri explains the surge in heart conditions among young Indians, key warning signs, and how cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing treatment. Listen to the podcast for life-saving insights.
JP Nadda Launches Indian Pharmacopoeia 2026 Edition
Union Health Minister JP Nadda unveiled the Indian Pharmacopoeia 2026, adding 121 new drug monographs to enhance drug quality and safety standards in India.
Doctor's Warning: Camphor Looks Like Sugar, Can Harm Kids
A paediatrician shares two alarming cases of children eating camphor, thinking it's sugar. Learn why this common household item is dangerous for a child's brain and how to prevent it.
5 Leg Signs Warning of Hidden Diseases
Your legs can reveal serious health issues like heart failure, diabetes, and PAD. Dr. John Valentine explains 5 critical signs, including swelling and numbness, to never ignore. Read for early detection tips.
Stanford Finds Cause of Rare Vaccine Myocarditis, Soy May Help
Stanford scientists identify the immune mechanism behind rare myocarditis post mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, primarily in young males. A soy compound shows promise in preventing it. Read the details.
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