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India Among Countries With Comprehensive National Rare Diseases Framework, Says Government
New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) The government on Tuesday said that the need for addressing rare diseases was first highlighted in the National Health Policy, 2017, and was subsequently institutionalized through the launch of the National Policy for Rare Dis
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Abortion Pill Mifepristone Access Restored Via Telehealth, Mail After US Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone, blocking a ruling that had threatened to upend one of the main ways abortions are availed across the United States.
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Centre Revises Fire Safety Rules For Healthcare Facilities, Patient Safety Priority
The National Guidelines on Fire and Life Safety in Healthcare Facilities (2026) mark a significant upgrade in fire safety preparedness across hospitals.
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Union Health Minister JP Nadda Inaugurates Summit On India's Health Future, Best Practices
Emphasising the need to move towards consolidation and quality enhancement, the Minister noted that while over 50,000 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs have been certified under the National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS)
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Centre To Release National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) Soon; What Is The NFHS And How Does It Shape India's Healthcare Policy?
The National Family Health Survey (NFHS) is a large-scale, multi-round household survey conducted across India to collect detailed information on population, health, and nutrition.
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Combating Non-Communicable Diseases Top Priority, Says Health Minister Nadda
New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda said on Tuesday that the government has adopted a multi-pronged strategy to combat Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) as these account for 60 per cent of the total
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Rajasthan To Set Up Mental Health Cells In Districts, Jaipur To Get Centre Of Excellence
Jaipur, April 21 (IANS) In a significant step towards strengthening mental healthcare, the Rajasthan government, led by Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, has announced the establishment of Mental Health Care Cells in all districts of the state, along
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Rising Medical Costs? How Getting The Right Insurance Coverage Can Save Your Health And Your Bank Balance
A comprehensive health insurance plan acts as a financial safety net. It ensures that you can access necessary treatment without worrying about immediate out-of-pocket expenses.
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WHO Raises Safety Concerns As Artificial Intelligence Gains Ground In European Health Services
Oslo, April 21 (IANS) Artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining ground in health care systems across the European Union, with all 27 member states identifying better patient care as a key driver of AI development and most already deploying AI tools in
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Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav Calls For Deeper Integration Of Ayush With Mainstream Healthcare
Jadhav presided over the valedictory session of the two-day Chintan Shivir-2026, which began here on Thursday, for a national-level brainstorming exercise aimed at strengthening policy, governance and implementation frameworks in the Ayush sector.
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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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From Pharmacy Of World To Innovation Hub: PM Modi Bats For India's Pharmaceutical Leap
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India’s pharma sector is moving up from the pharmacy of the world to a hub of innovation.
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Japan International Cooperation Agency Extends Rs 3,708 Crore Support For Maharashtra Healthcare Sector
Mumbai, April 13 (IANS) The Maharashtra cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Monday approved a project aimed at strengthening medical education, nursing, and healthcare services across the state with financial assistance worth Rs
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World Homoeopathy Day 2026: Ministry Of Ayush Outlines Future Roadmap For Integrative Healthcare
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) The ‘World Homoeopathy Day 2026’ served as a comprehensive platform for deliberations on clinical advancements, policy frameworks, research priorities, and the future roadmap of homoeopathy, according to an official stateme
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Health Insurance Terms, Conditions Confusing You? New Panel To Make It Simpler For All
The newly formed panel by the regulator is expected to review key aspects of the health insurance ecosystem and recommend reforms.
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India Among Countries With Comprehensive National Rare Diseases Framework, Says Government
New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) The government on Tuesday said that the need for addressing rare diseases was first highlighted in the National Health Policy, 2017, and was subsequently institutionalized through the launch of the National Policy for Rare Dis
-
Abortion Pill Mifepristone Access Restored Via Telehealth, Mail After US Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone, blocking a ruling that had threatened to upend one of the main ways abortions are availed across the United States.
-
Centre Revises Fire Safety Rules For Healthcare Facilities, Patient Safety Priority
The National Guidelines on Fire and Life Safety in Healthcare Facilities (2026) mark a significant upgrade in fire safety preparedness across hospitals.
-
Union Health Minister JP Nadda Inaugurates Summit On India's Health Future, Best Practices
Emphasising the need to move towards consolidation and quality enhancement, the Minister noted that while over 50,000 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs have been certified under the National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS)
-
Centre To Release National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) Soon; What Is The NFHS And How Does It Shape India's Healthcare Policy?
The National Family Health Survey (NFHS) is a large-scale, multi-round household survey conducted across India to collect detailed information on population, health, and nutrition.
-
Combating Non-Communicable Diseases Top Priority, Says Health Minister Nadda
New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda said on Tuesday that the government has adopted a multi-pronged strategy to combat Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) as these account for 60 per cent of the total
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Rajasthan To Set Up Mental Health Cells In Districts, Jaipur To Get Centre Of Excellence
Jaipur, April 21 (IANS) In a significant step towards strengthening mental healthcare, the Rajasthan government, led by Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, has announced the establishment of Mental Health Care Cells in all districts of the state, along
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Rising Medical Costs? How Getting The Right Insurance Coverage Can Save Your Health And Your Bank Balance
A comprehensive health insurance plan acts as a financial safety net. It ensures that you can access necessary treatment without worrying about immediate out-of-pocket expenses.
-
WHO Raises Safety Concerns As Artificial Intelligence Gains Ground In European Health Services
Oslo, April 21 (IANS) Artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining ground in health care systems across the European Union, with all 27 member states identifying better patient care as a key driver of AI development and most already deploying AI tools in
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Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav Calls For Deeper Integration Of Ayush With Mainstream Healthcare
Jadhav presided over the valedictory session of the two-day Chintan Shivir-2026, which began here on Thursday, for a national-level brainstorming exercise aimed at strengthening policy, governance and implementation frameworks in the Ayush sector.
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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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From Pharmacy Of World To Innovation Hub: PM Modi Bats For India's Pharmaceutical Leap
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that India’s pharma sector is moving up from the pharmacy of the world to a hub of innovation.
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Japan International Cooperation Agency Extends Rs 3,708 Crore Support For Maharashtra Healthcare Sector
Mumbai, April 13 (IANS) The Maharashtra cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Monday approved a project aimed at strengthening medical education, nursing, and healthcare services across the state with financial assistance worth Rs
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World Homoeopathy Day 2026: Ministry Of Ayush Outlines Future Roadmap For Integrative Healthcare
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) The ‘World Homoeopathy Day 2026’ served as a comprehensive platform for deliberations on clinical advancements, policy frameworks, research priorities, and the future roadmap of homoeopathy, according to an official stateme
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Health Insurance Terms, Conditions Confusing You? New Panel To Make It Simpler For All
The newly formed panel by the regulator is expected to review key aspects of the health insurance ecosystem and recommend reforms.
