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Ebola Explainer: Are Caregivers At A Higher Risk Of Catching The Bundibugyo Virus?
WHO experts warn that caregivers, family members, and frontline health workers face the highest risk of Ebola infection due to close contact with patients and bodily fluids. Here's how the virus spreads, who is most vulnerable, and how to stay protected.
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Menstrual Blood Can Help Detect Endometriosis Without Surgery, Reveals Study
A new study published in the Nature journal has identified a way to detect endometriosis without the need for invasive surgery. Here is what the study found and how it can affect women's healthcare outcomes.
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JP Nadda Urges Early Lung Screening, Responsible AI Use In Health Sector
The minister said that India has significantly scaled up modern diagnostics to detect TB and other lung diseases. Molecular testing platforms, digital chest X-ray services, AI-assisted interpretation tools.
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India Ready To Provide Technical Guidance, Support In Maternal, Child Healthcare: J.P Nadda
India has been "the bed of innovation" in delivering large scale healthcare interventions with equity and has much to offer the global community through evidence-based best practices, Union Health Minister JP Nadda has said.
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Digital Health Revolution: India Pitches Plan At World Health Assembly
Geneva/New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Tuesday reiterated India’s commitment to equitable healthcare, digital innovation, and international cooperation during the plenary session of the 79th World Health Assembly in Genev
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JP Nadda To Attend World Health Assembly In Switzerland Today
Nadda is set to be in Switzerland to participate in the 79th World Health Assembly, being held from 18th to 23rd May, 2026.
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Already Diagnosed With PCOS? Here's What The Name Change To PMOS Practically Means For You
Global specialists have formally announced that PCOS will now be known as PMOS, or Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome. In an effort to give the disorder a name that more accurately reflects how it affects the entire body, not just the ovaries.
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22.1 Million Excess Deaths Linked To Covid-19 In 2020-2023, New WHO Report Estimates
As per report, only one-third of countries meet WHO standards for high-quality mortality reporting. Around half of the data have low or very low-quality data, or no reliable mortality data systems in place.
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Better Health For Women, Stronger Economy For India: Key Takeaways From The World Economic Forum's 'CARE' Report
The new report from the World Economic Forum, titled 'CARE: Closing the Women's Health Gap', highlights that when women receive better healthcare, the economy becomes stronger.
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New Swab Test Could Detect Tuberculosis In Under 1 Hour
Researchers have developed a fast, non-invasive tongue swab test for tuberculosis that could transform global TB diagnosis. The portable test delivers accurate results in under an hour and may improve detection in hard-to-test patients.
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Attacks On Hospitals And Medics Rising, Driven By Middle East Conflict, Says World Health Organization
The World Health Organization said on Wednesday that attacks on healthcare facilities and staff are increasing globally, with a notable uptick
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Diphtheria Outbreak In Australia, First In Almost 50 Years: Symptoms, Prevention And Treatment
Australia reports its first diphtheria outbreak in decades, raising global concern. Experts explain symptoms, treatment, prevention and why India must stay vigilant against this vaccine-preventable disease.
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India Pushes Lifestyle Changes And Mental Health At Brazil, Russia, India, China And South Africa Meet
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Union Health and Family Welfare held the first Health Working Group (HWG) meeting under the BRICS framework for 2026 here on Wednesday, bringing together senior health officials and delegates from nine member nations to
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Robotic Kidney Donation Surgery Streamed Live Globally, Surgeons Cite Better Outcomes
A live robotic-assisted kidney donation surgery was successfully demonstrated at the 3rd Global SSI Multi-Speciality Robotic Surgery Conference (SMRSC) 2026 highlighting the growing role of advanced surgical technologies in improving transplant outco
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India Strengthens Pharmaceutical Sector, Shifts Focus To Innovation-Led Drug Development: Experts
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) While India has built strong foundations in pharmaceuticals, the next phase of growth will require bold investments, deeper ecosystem collaboration, and a shift towards innovation-led development to position the country as
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Ebola Explainer: Are Caregivers At A Higher Risk Of Catching The Bundibugyo Virus?
WHO experts warn that caregivers, family members, and frontline health workers face the highest risk of Ebola infection due to close contact with patients and bodily fluids. Here's how the virus spreads, who is most vulnerable, and how to stay protected.
-
Menstrual Blood Can Help Detect Endometriosis Without Surgery, Reveals Study
A new study published in the Nature journal has identified a way to detect endometriosis without the need for invasive surgery. Here is what the study found and how it can affect women's healthcare outcomes.
-
JP Nadda Urges Early Lung Screening, Responsible AI Use In Health Sector
The minister said that India has significantly scaled up modern diagnostics to detect TB and other lung diseases. Molecular testing platforms, digital chest X-ray services, AI-assisted interpretation tools.
-
India Ready To Provide Technical Guidance, Support In Maternal, Child Healthcare: J.P Nadda
India has been "the bed of innovation" in delivering large scale healthcare interventions with equity and has much to offer the global community through evidence-based best practices, Union Health Minister JP Nadda has said.
-
Digital Health Revolution: India Pitches Plan At World Health Assembly
Geneva/New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Tuesday reiterated India’s commitment to equitable healthcare, digital innovation, and international cooperation during the plenary session of the 79th World Health Assembly in Genev
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JP Nadda To Attend World Health Assembly In Switzerland Today
Nadda is set to be in Switzerland to participate in the 79th World Health Assembly, being held from 18th to 23rd May, 2026.
-
Already Diagnosed With PCOS? Here's What The Name Change To PMOS Practically Means For You
Global specialists have formally announced that PCOS will now be known as PMOS, or Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome. In an effort to give the disorder a name that more accurately reflects how it affects the entire body, not just the ovaries.
-
22.1 Million Excess Deaths Linked To Covid-19 In 2020-2023, New WHO Report Estimates
As per report, only one-third of countries meet WHO standards for high-quality mortality reporting. Around half of the data have low or very low-quality data, or no reliable mortality data systems in place.
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Better Health For Women, Stronger Economy For India: Key Takeaways From The World Economic Forum's 'CARE' Report
The new report from the World Economic Forum, titled 'CARE: Closing the Women's Health Gap', highlights that when women receive better healthcare, the economy becomes stronger.
-
New Swab Test Could Detect Tuberculosis In Under 1 Hour
Researchers have developed a fast, non-invasive tongue swab test for tuberculosis that could transform global TB diagnosis. The portable test delivers accurate results in under an hour and may improve detection in hard-to-test patients.
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Attacks On Hospitals And Medics Rising, Driven By Middle East Conflict, Says World Health Organization
The World Health Organization said on Wednesday that attacks on healthcare facilities and staff are increasing globally, with a notable uptick
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Diphtheria Outbreak In Australia, First In Almost 50 Years: Symptoms, Prevention And Treatment
Australia reports its first diphtheria outbreak in decades, raising global concern. Experts explain symptoms, treatment, prevention and why India must stay vigilant against this vaccine-preventable disease.
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India Pushes Lifestyle Changes And Mental Health At Brazil, Russia, India, China And South Africa Meet
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Union Health and Family Welfare held the first Health Working Group (HWG) meeting under the BRICS framework for 2026 here on Wednesday, bringing together senior health officials and delegates from nine member nations to
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Robotic Kidney Donation Surgery Streamed Live Globally, Surgeons Cite Better Outcomes
A live robotic-assisted kidney donation surgery was successfully demonstrated at the 3rd Global SSI Multi-Speciality Robotic Surgery Conference (SMRSC) 2026 highlighting the growing role of advanced surgical technologies in improving transplant outco
-
India Strengthens Pharmaceutical Sector, Shifts Focus To Innovation-Led Drug Development: Experts
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) While India has built strong foundations in pharmaceuticals, the next phase of growth will require bold investments, deeper ecosystem collaboration, and a shift towards innovation-led development to position the country as
