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New Swasth Bharat Portal Explained: Unifying India's Health Systems Via Digital Integration
The ABDM-compliant Swasth Bharat Portal aims to reduce duplication, enable secure data exchange, and improve decision-making across national health programmes.
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India Launches Fire Safety Week In Hospitals To Prevent Disasters; See Details, What To Expect
India's Health Ministry has launched a nationwide Fire Safety Week in hospitals to boost preparedness, prevent deadly incidents, and strengthen emergency response systems. Here's why it matters for public health.
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Government Revamps Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram To Tackle Lifestyle Diseases And Mental Health
The Union health ministry released the RBSK 2.0 guidelines during the recently concluded National Summit on Good Practices and Innovations in Public Healthcare Service Delivery, marking a major overhaul of the flagship child health screening programm
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Tourists Visiting Thailand May Soon Need Mandatory Health Insurance
The move is being considered by the government to reduce unpaid hospital bills and ensure better health security for foreign visitors.
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Healthcare Access Improves, Out-Of-Pocket Expenditure Declines Across India: NSO Survey
The NSO survey also reveals an increasing trend in the use of public health facilities over the past three rounds
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India's Healthcare Gets Cheaper, Wider: National Statistical Office Survey Reveals Big Gains
India's latest NSO health survey shows improved access, lower out-of-pocket costs, and rising insurance coverage. Public healthcare use and institutional deliveries are up, signalling stronger, more affordable care nationwide.
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Health Ministry Warns Of Intense Heatwave Between April-June 2026; How The States Are Preparing
India's Health Ministry has warned of intense heatwaves from April to June 2026. States are activating heatstroke units, stocking ORS, and issuing advisories to prevent rising cases of heat-related illness.
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"Waited 2 Months To Get Broken Bone Fixed": NRI In US Explains Why He Moved Back To India
A man who lived in the US has gone viral after sharing why he chose to move back to India, and his answer is surprisingly simple.
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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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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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IIT Gandhinagar Develops Hydrogel-Based Technology To Simplify Colon Tumour Surgery
Gandhinagar, April 19 (IANS) In a landmark achievement, the IIT Gandhinagar has developed a hydrogel-based technology with potential of spurring further innovations -- thereby resulting in "simplification" of surgery for colon-related tumours.
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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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"Ceasefire Must Start Now": Ex-Lebanese Minister Amid Deepening Crisis
Former Lebanese Health Minister Firass Abiad calls for immediate ceasefire amid healthcare collapse and rising civilian casualties.
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Artificial Intelligence To Accelerate Drug Discovery, Say Experts
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) AI will play a pivotal role in accelerating drug discovery, enabling precision medicine and shaping a smarter, innovation-led healthcare ecosystem, according to experts.
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New Swasth Bharat Portal Explained: Unifying India's Health Systems Via Digital Integration
The ABDM-compliant Swasth Bharat Portal aims to reduce duplication, enable secure data exchange, and improve decision-making across national health programmes.
-
India Launches Fire Safety Week In Hospitals To Prevent Disasters; See Details, What To Expect
India's Health Ministry has launched a nationwide Fire Safety Week in hospitals to boost preparedness, prevent deadly incidents, and strengthen emergency response systems. Here's why it matters for public health.
-
Government Revamps Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram To Tackle Lifestyle Diseases And Mental Health
The Union health ministry released the RBSK 2.0 guidelines during the recently concluded National Summit on Good Practices and Innovations in Public Healthcare Service Delivery, marking a major overhaul of the flagship child health screening programm
-
Tourists Visiting Thailand May Soon Need Mandatory Health Insurance
The move is being considered by the government to reduce unpaid hospital bills and ensure better health security for foreign visitors.
-
Healthcare Access Improves, Out-Of-Pocket Expenditure Declines Across India: NSO Survey
The NSO survey also reveals an increasing trend in the use of public health facilities over the past three rounds
-
India's Healthcare Gets Cheaper, Wider: National Statistical Office Survey Reveals Big Gains
India's latest NSO health survey shows improved access, lower out-of-pocket costs, and rising insurance coverage. Public healthcare use and institutional deliveries are up, signalling stronger, more affordable care nationwide.
-
Health Ministry Warns Of Intense Heatwave Between April-June 2026; How The States Are Preparing
India's Health Ministry has warned of intense heatwaves from April to June 2026. States are activating heatstroke units, stocking ORS, and issuing advisories to prevent rising cases of heat-related illness.
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"Waited 2 Months To Get Broken Bone Fixed": NRI In US Explains Why He Moved Back To India
A man who lived in the US has gone viral after sharing why he chose to move back to India, and his answer is surprisingly simple.
-
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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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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IIT Gandhinagar Develops Hydrogel-Based Technology To Simplify Colon Tumour Surgery
Gandhinagar, April 19 (IANS) In a landmark achievement, the IIT Gandhinagar has developed a hydrogel-based technology with potential of spurring further innovations -- thereby resulting in "simplification" of surgery for colon-related tumours.
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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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"Ceasefire Must Start Now": Ex-Lebanese Minister Amid Deepening Crisis
Former Lebanese Health Minister Firass Abiad calls for immediate ceasefire amid healthcare collapse and rising civilian casualties.
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Artificial Intelligence To Accelerate Drug Discovery, Say Experts
New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) AI will play a pivotal role in accelerating drug discovery, enabling precision medicine and shaping a smarter, innovation-led healthcare ecosystem, according to experts.
