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Thane: An extraordinary example of love, sacrifice, and brotherhood was witnessed in Kalyan when a police officer donated a part…
So far, over 4.10 lakh women from nearly 4.15 lakh households have been surveyed for Cancer Screening Thane: Under its…
In India, there are 119-145 stroke cases per 1 lakh population, with 20-30% of these cases occurring in individuals under…
Kerala and Maharashtra had the lowest prevalence rates, at 16.6% and 19.1%, respectively. High triglycerides and LDL cholesterol, once considered…
With institutes across twelve cities, Apollo’s genomics initiative is helping families access preventive insights, early diagnoses, and personalised treatment pathways.…
Misleading advertisements and quack practitioners often lure people with false claims, such as complete cures for cancer and piles. Many…
By creating trust in India’s healthcare quality, Apollo has made India a global destination for care, reversing the earlier trend…
This successful outcome highlights the expertise of the urology team at Wockhardt Hospitals and the availability of cutting-edge technology that…
The report highlights a stark gender divide. Since 1990, chronic disease mortality has risen by 68% among women, compared to…
This new sensor focuses on acetone in exhaled breath. Although acetone is naturally present as a byproduct of fat metabolism,…
TB mortality has declined, dropping from 5.5% in 2015 to 4.5% in 2024. The number of tuberculosis (TB) patients in…
Factors such as age, family history, genetic background, and previous breast biopsies can be integrated into AI models to assess…
Rat Bites Pose Hidden Health Risks, Warn Doctors Amid Cooper Hospital Incident. Mumbai: After a series of incidents involving rats…
If the trials prove successful, the drug could become commercially available by 2030. Osaka: A team of researchers in Japan…
This incident comes weeks after a tragic case at Indore’s MY Hospital in Madhya Pradesh, where two newborns in the…
The largest burden was observed in the 31–50 year-old age group, with notable year-on-year increases even among younger adults in…
Uncontrolled hypertension is a leading cause of premature deaths worldwide, contributing to cardiovascular diseases, kidney failure, and strokes. London: A…
“Many people dismiss these feelings as routine stress, but when fear becomes persistent and overwhelming, it requires timely attention. The…
The Study found that regular conch-blowing exercises strengthen the throat, tongue, and respiratory muscles. Jaipur: Blowing into a conch shell…
Where as, eating the same quantity of boiled, baked, or mashed potatoes was associated with only 5% increase in risk.…
It spreads through the urine and droppings of rats. When people walk through contaminated water, the bacteria can enter the…
The campaign will focus on early detection and treatment of oral, breast, and cervical cancers. Kalyan: Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation’s (KDMC)…
With stable condition, the patient was discharged with detailed follow-up instructions and prescribed medications. Mumbai: Apex Hospitals, Borivali, successful performed…
This wasn’t just a cardiac arrest. It was multi-organ collapse but our team refused to give up, said Dr. Aklesh…
Bombay High court emphasised that citizens’ health is more important than the interests of any one community. Mumbai: The Bombay…
On World Organ Donation Day, AHNM honours the gift of life with over 660 successful transplants. Navi Mumbai: In the…
The report found that by the age of 11, one in every three children shows signs of addiction to mobile…
There’s new hope for sickle cell disease (SCD) patients and for the Indian government’s ambitious plan to eliminate the genetic…
Three in five liver cancer cases are preventable if key risk factors such as alcohol consumption, fatty liver disease, and…
In a disturbing revelation, a new study by the ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health has found…
Excessive salt consumption is driving a silent but dangerous epidemic in India, significantly raising the risk of hypertension, stroke, heart…
New study links excessive screen use to developmental delays and behavioural issues. An average child under the age of five…
Oral hygiene is not just about sparkling teeth — it plays a crucial role in overall health, including fighting cancer.…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has decided to start dedicated Outpatient Departments (OPDs) for tuberculosis (TB) across its 16 suburban…
The Maharashtra government has ordered the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to immediately shut down ‘kabootar khanas’ (feeding points for pigeons) in…
As the monsoon season arrives, the risk of infections rises significantly due to high humidity, stagnant water, and the spread…
Microplastics—tiny plastic particles often as thin as a human hair, typically less than 5 millimetres in size—have quietly invaded our…
Controlling diabetes during pregnancy is not only crucial for the mother’s health but also plays a significant role in ensuring…
This year monsoon has knocked our doors quite early. While the arrival of the monsoon brings much-needed relief from the…
A recent study by AIIMS has revealed alarming health trends among school children in Delhi. The increasing consumption of fast…
In an effort to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates, the Health Department has mandated that all delivery rooms in…
The crackdown on adulterated food items is intensifying across India, with growing concerns over the use of harmful chemicals in…
India reported over 1,000 active COVID-19 cases on Monday, May 26, 2025, with 752 recent cases. The number of active…
As the monsoon sets in, the number of dengue cases, like other seasonal illnesses, begins to rise. Dengue is a…
As several countries around the world witness a surge in COVID-19 cases due to new variants, India has also ramped…
India has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the treatment of blood cancer. Indian scientists and doctors have developed an indigenous…
India has reported a mild resurgence of COVID-19 cases, prompting the Union Health Ministry to issue an alert and convene…
Mumbai: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued a public advisory following the deaths of two COVID-positive patients at King…
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is often referred to as a “silent killer” due to its asymptomatic nature…
A new study by South Korean researchers has found that immersing oneself deeply in work, though often praised by bosses…
A good night’s sleep is often considered the best medicine—but for Mumbaikars, this essential remedy remains elusive. A recent survey…
Asthma Cases Double in a Year
Even before the monsoon, Maharashtra is witnessing a sharp rise in chikungunya cases—from 473 in 2024 to 658 this year—despite…
In a significant shift towards greater private sector involvement in public health, the registration of tuberculosis (TB) cases by private…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is all set to roll out the advanced Hospital Management Information System (HMIS-2) across all…
A global study involving 8,438 patients with colorectal cancer linked to Lynch Syndrome has identified strategies that could significantly reduce…
Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Sunday said that fighting cancer is a top-priority area for policymakers, and Rs 3,000…
Mumbai: In a groundbreaking medical achievement, KEM Hospital’s Department of Plastic Surgery has completed a shoulder-level transplant of the right…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is set to relaunch its Aapli Chikitsa programme after a gap of four months, which…
A new trend is emerging in the health insurance segment: the younger generation and mid-career professionals are increasingly opting for…
In a major step toward improving men’s cancer care in India, the Tata Memorial Centre (TMC) has launched MenCan, a…
The day is not far when people who lose a tooth won’t need dental implants or fillings anymore. Scientists at…
In a first for the city, a state-of-the-art sports rehabilitation centre will soon be set up at the civic-run KEM…
A state-of-the-art Orthopantomography (OPG) machine has recently been installed at KEM Hospital in Parel, which is run by the Brihanmumbai…
Kidney and gallbladder stones have become increasingly common health issues in recent years, particularly during the summer months. Hospitals report…
The Medical Education Department has announced that the long-pending Health Management Information System (HMIS), which had been stuck for several…
In a landmark move to strengthen India’s public health infrastructure, the Centre is planning to establish the country’s first dedicated…
April 7 is celebrated every year as World Health Day across the globe. The day aims to raise awareness about…
Prices of more than 900 essential medicines, including those for severe infections, heart disease, and diabetes, have increased by up…
Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based handheld X-ray devices will now be used to detect tuberculosis (TB) patients. This technology will provide test…
In recent years, the number of cancer patients has increased significantly. To prevent and detect this disease at an early…
Climate change is intensifying heatwaves in India, increasing the number of extreme heat days. A recent report by the independent…
Maharashtra recorded an average of 26 new tuberculosis (TB) cases every hour last year. The good news is that TB…
American pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly and Company has introduced its weight-loss injectable drug, Mounjaro, in India. This marks the first…
Maintaining good dental health is crucial, as its benefits go beyond just oral hygiene. Healthy teeth and gums play a…
They say, desperate times call for desperate measures. A shocking incident has happened in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, where a young…
If you think there is no connection between your teeth and heart, think again! Everything that enters your body through…
Holi, the festival of colors, brings joy and excitement, but synthetic colors can pose serious health risks. If chemically made…
The Government will open day cancer care centres in every district of the country within the next three years. Union…
In today’s fast-paced lifestyle, 49% of Mumbaikars are struggling with sleep deprivation due to mobile messages and disturbances from their…
Most of us are familiar with outdoor air pollution, but did you know that the air inside our homes can…
If you are one of the kind people who love feeding pigeons then beware about its dangers. Pigeons are known…
Cancer cases are rising rapidly across the country, and not just due to smoking or addiction, but also because of…
A recent survey conducted by the Kerala State Youth Commission revealed that 84.3% of youth employees in the Information Technology…
It is generally believed that students studying in private schools, mostly from financially well-off families, are healthier than those in…
For the third consecutive day, heatwave-like conditions gripped the city, with temperatures soaring to 38.4°C — 5.6 degrees above normal,…
A recent study has revealed that 35% of post-graduate students from rural areas across the country, including the state, are…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday nominated 10 eminent personalities to spread awareness about the growing issue of obesity in…
As a large section of the country’s population struggles with diabetes, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a crucial tool…
Cancer cases are rising at an alarming rate worldwide, and the number of deaths due to the disease is equally…
If your child or a family member is struggling with internet addiction, leading to irritability or behavioral changes, there is…
Recent reports from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and National Green Tribunal (NGT) highlighting severe pollution in the Ganga…
Experts at Yale University have discovered a potential post-vaccination syndrome linked to mRNA Covid vaccines, which may cause symptoms such…
The Class 10 and Class 12 board exams for 2025 have already started from February 15. These Board exams bring…
A vaccine to combat cancer in women will be available within five to six months, and adolescent girls aged 9…
As cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) rise in Maharashtra, Union Minister of State for Health, Prataprao Jadhav, has warned that…
The ongoing Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) outbreak has claimed more than 20 lives nationwide since January, and many more have been…
Postgraduate students and doctors at Nair Dental College and Hospital will now be trained in hair transplant and facial aesthetics.…
Navi Mumbai: Commuters using the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Shivdi-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu (MTHL) should brace for traffic restrictions on Sunday,…
EXAM SEASON STARTS In the last two weeks alone, three students in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) have tragically taken…
Adani Group will invest Rs. 6,000 crores in healthcare infrastructure in partnership with Mayo Clinic. Under this initiative, the conglomerate…
The ongoing Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) outbreak in Pune has sent shockwaves through the community, with over 100 confirmed cases and…
On Saturday, the financial budget for 2025-26 was presented, announcing the establishment of 200 day-care centres across the country for…
Mumbai’s air pollution crisis is now severely affecting public health. A recent survey conducted by doctors and the think tank…
Patients suffering from cancer and other serious diseases will no longer have to visit multiple hospitals for treatment. THE TATA…
A recent survey conducted by doctors in a metropolitan city revealed that 50% of people experience coughing due to air…
The number of GBS-infected patients in Pune and in other cities is continuously increasing. Keeping this in mind, the BMC…
A recent report by 1to1help reveals a concerning surge in mental health challenges among employees, particularly younger professionals. According to…
Maharashtra has reported 8 new cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) in a single day, taking the total number of cases…
According to the National Mental Health Survey, every tenth person in India struggles with some kind of mental health issue,…
A women visited the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi, after finding a lump in her right breast, where…
The telemedicine scheme initiated by the state health department for remote and tribal areas has emerged as a boon for…
Research conducted by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) has revealed that climate change is likely to increase the…
Menstruation has been a major factor in the rising dropout rates among females, despite the nation’s promotion of the “Beti…
Cancer has emerged as the fastest-growing ailment in India, with cases increasing by 12% in 2024, followed closely by cardiac…
The Mumbai Marathon 2025 is scheduled for 19th January. The Marathon, which takes place on the third Sunday of January…
KEM hospital, one of the leading hospitals in Mumbai, is set to launch its first specialised Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Clinic…
Every fourth urban Indian has elevated cholesterol levels, every second suffers from insufficient vitamin D, and 8% are anaemic, according…
Families of children undergoing treatment at BMC’s low-cost thalassemia care and bone marrow transplant centre in Borivali now have access…
The rate of infections with the flu-like human metapneumovirus (HMPV) virus in northern China is declining, a health official said…
The newly constructed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the government-run Cama & Albless Hospital has been made completely bacteria-free,…
India has confirmed its first cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory virus that has been spreading globally, particularly in…
India has reported its first case of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in an eight-month-old child in Bengaluru, who tested positive despite…
Online videos depict overcrowded hospitals, and some users claim that several viruses, such as Covid-19, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, HMPV, and influenza…
Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay have developed an innovative and affordable device to diagnose and manage…
The Karnataka State Commission for the Protection of Child Rights has filed a suo motu complaint in response to media…
The issue of fake drug supply remains unresolved. Adding to this, it has now come to light that 50% of…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Monday, has launched a pilot project to provide the anti-tuberculosis (TB) BCG vaccine to…
The number of Zika virus cases in the state has climbed to 140 this year, with Pune emerging as the…
We often use paracetamol without consulting a doctor for mild fever or body pain. While it provides temporary relief, its…
A baby like mermaid born on Saturday in Betul district of Madhya Pradesh with its legs joined like the hind…
The percentage of non-communicable (non-infectious) disease-related mortality rose from 37.9% in 1990 to 61.8% in 2016, according to research by…
U.S. pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly plans to introduce its blockbuster drug ‘Tirzepatide‘ to India in 2025. The drug, renowned for…
India Launches Special 100-Day TB Elimination Campaign Focused on High Burden Districts In a major push to eliminate tuberculosis (TB),…
The Indian cities at risk due to high toxic Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) levels in the atmosphere, according to a report…
A new study found that more women from high-income quintiles are having caesarean sections (C-sections), even in govt hospitals where…
Eli Lilly said on Wednesday, patients taking its weight loss drug Zepbound lost 47% more weight than those who were…
The Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation’s Health Department launched the SAANS (Social Awareness and Action to Neutralize Pneumonia Successfully) campaign from November…
In a significant stride against Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), India has developed its first indigenous antibiotic, Nafithromycin, designed to counter drug-resistant…
Mumbai: A new report from the Praja Foundation highlights the growing health challenges faced by Mumbai residents, with lifestyle diseases…
The number of child cancer patients at Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH) dropping out treatment or their parents refusing treatment has…
As Mumbai experiences its coldest day in eight years with temperatures dropping to 16.5°C on Friday, residents are facing an…
As the winter chill sets in and seasonal flu cases rise, doctors in Mumbai have observed an unusual trend, an…
Winter often brings dryness, making dandruff a common concern. In this season, hair care is not done properly and on…
Diseases are increasing in the state due to pollution. The number of patients suffering from cold, cough and fever is…
The Calcutta High Court on Friday allowed a childless elderly couple to conceive a child through in-vitro fertilisation (IVF), through…
With Mumbai’s Air Quality Index (AQI) frequently breaching unhealthy and poor levels, creating a sanctuary of clean air indoors has…
We are all aware of air pollution. We only talk about outside air pollution, which is bad for your health,…
According to a study, excessive exposure to blue light, emitting from smartphones or tablets, may lead to early puberty and…
Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), a vital commercial hub is turning into a major pollution hotspot with air quality often…
A study states that nearly 10% of newborns worldwide are born prematurely. A new study published in the PLOS One…
A new finding suggests that there is a high risk of TB infection and disease in children up to 10…
The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at GB Pant Hospital in Agartala has achieved a remarkable feat by saving the…
The report says, 101 million Indians, or 11.4% of the total population, have diabetes. Based on data till 2022, the…
An NGO report revealed that the world’s 30 major food and beverage companies are selling products in low-income countries that…
The breakdown highlights the urgent need for global cooperation to address climate change and its catastrophic impacts on the environment,…
DocSmart is the brainchild of Dr. Deepak Baid, who has added numerous feathers to his cap. He has been a…
Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the world’s sixth-largest jewellery retailer, has announced its commitment to providing daily meals for 500 patients…
The Taliban’s decision to halt polio vaccination campaigns in Afghanistan has raised significant concerns about the potential resurgence of this…
Mumbai, Sep 16, 2024 – Mumbai is experiencing a surge in mosquito-borne diseases, with dengue fever leading the charge. According…
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has advised Mumbaikars to exercise caution while consuming street food, especially during the summer months.…