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To make health accessible, we must make it affordable: Mansukh Mandaviya
New Delhi, April 27: To make health accessible, it must be made affordable, and that begins by treating it as a service, not a business, Union Labour and Employment Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya said on Sunday.
HPV test kits to play key role in India's fight against cervical cancer: Dr Neerja Bhatla
New Delhi, April 23: Indigenously developed HPV test kits are set to become a game-changer in India's efforts to tackle cervical cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women, renowned gynaecologic oncologist, Dr Neerja Bhatla, said on Wednesday.
Affordable, quality healthcare priority of central government: JP Nadda
New Delhi, April 21: Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Monday said that providing affordable and quality healthcare to every poor person in the country is a priority of the central government and the two pillars of Ayushman Bharat initiative – Ayushman Arogya Mandir and AB PMJAY (Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana) — are a result of a very well-thought process.
AIIMS ranks as 97th best hospital globally in ranking by Newsweek and Statista
New Delhi, April 18: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi has been named the 97th best hospital globally in the World's Best Hospitals 2024 ranking by Newsweek and Statista, according to a release.
Eli Lilly launches Mounjaro in India for anti obesity treatment
New Delhi, March 20: Global pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and Company (India) has introduced Mounjaro (tirzepatide) in India, a breakthrough drug for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes and obesity.
PRIP Scheme to boost cost-effective, affordable healthcare solutions in India: Centre
New Delhi, March 13: The scheme for Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma MedTech sector (PRIP) will boost cost-effective and affordable healthcare solutions in India, said the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers on Thursday.
Meditation, yoga, fasting key components of preventive healthcare: Mansukh Mandaviya
New Delhi, March 6: Meditation, yoga, and fasting are key components of preventive healthcare, said Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Labour and Employment and Youth Affairs and Sports, on Thursday.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda chairs meeting of Mission Steering Group for National Health Mission
New Delhi, March 4: Union Health Minister JP Nadda chaired the ninth meeting of Mission Steering Group (MSG) of National Health Mission (NHM) on Tuesday at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.
Private hospitals in India to add over 4,000 beds with Rs 11,500 crore investment next fiscal: Crisil Ratings
New Delhi, March 2: Private hospitals in India will increase their capacity by over 4,000 beds next fiscal, at an investment of Rs 11,500 crore, after an aggressive addition of around 6,000 beds this fiscal, according to a Crisil Ratings report.
India made significant strides in healthcare since 2014, focus on quality, affordability: Nadda
New Delhi, Feb 28: India has made a significant stride in healthcare since 2014, with particular emphasis on quality and affordability for all, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Friday.
'National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards' showcase India's contribution to global healthcare
New Delhi, Feb 25: The Ministry of Ayush has conferred the prestigious 'National Dhanwantari Ayurveda Awards' for the current year on three distinguished practitioners for their exceptional contributions to the field of traditional Indian medicine.
Ayush ministry's campaign makes 5 Guinness World Records
New Delhi, Feb 22: Ayush ministry’s campaign Desh Ka Prakriti Parikshan Abhiyaan has achieved an unprecedented five Guinness World Records, the ministry said.
Economist Sanjeev Sanyal condemns USAID's role in National Family Health Survey
New Delhi, February 18: Sanjeev Sanyal, economist and member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, raised concerns about the influence of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) on India's health system and social policies, particularly through its involvement with the National Family Health Survey (NFHS).
Apollo Hospitals reports 4 pc drop in Q3 net profit, revenue slips
Mumbai, Feb 11: Apollo Hospitals has reported a net profit of Rs 379.4 crore in the third quarter this fiscal (Q3 FY25), a decline of 4.12 per cent from Rs 395.7 crore profit in the second quarter (Q2 FY25).
Natural medicines solution to global health challenges: Rajasthan Speaker
Jaipur, Feb 10: Calling natural medicines as the solution to global health challenges, Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani called for the need for coordination between ancient and modern medical systems.
Share of central funds released under NHM seen 185 pc growth since 2014: Union health minister JP Nadda
New Delhi, January 29: The release of central funds for the National Health Mission (NHM) has seen a growth of 185% from 2014-2023, with a total expenditure of Rs 59,740 crores, which has led to a decline in Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR), Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda said during a press briefing on Tuesday.
Honoured to receive this recognition and consider myself fortunate: Zydus Lifesciences Chairman thanks GoI for Padma Bhushan honour
Ahmedabad, January 26: Chairman of Zydus Lifesciences, Pankaj Patel, on Sunday expressed his gratitude upon being bestowed with the Padma Bhushan and thanked the Government of India for the recognition as he humbly accepted the honour.
ASHA workers invited with spouses at R-Day parade, super excited about their maiden experience
New Delhi, Jan 25: In a remarkable move to applaud and appreciate their outstanding contributions, about 250 ASHA workers have been invited along with their respective spouses as 'special guests' for the Republic Day celebrations at the Kartavya Path on January 26.
Health Ministry applauds ASHAs contributions towards the success of various health initiatives
New Delhi, January 25: The Union Health Ministry hosted Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs), who attended the 76th Republic Day celebrations as special invitees on Saturday.
Our hospitals, beds, and emergency equipment are ready: Punjab Health Minister on HMPV virus
Chandigarh, January 7: Punjab Health Minister Balbir Singh on Tuesday said that there is no case of HMPV virus in the state of Punjab so far. He further stated that there is no need to panic, as it is not serious like Covid, and assured that the medical infrastructure is available to combat any surge.