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High-resolution ultrasound to diagnose prostate cancer faster: Study
New Delhi, March 23: An international clinical trial showed on Sunday that biopsies guided by high resolution ultrasound are as effective as those using MRI in diagnosing prostate cancer.
Meghalaya leverages traditional healers and technology to fight TB
By Shalini Bhardwaj, Ri Bhoi, March 22: In a bid to address tuberculosis (TB) in Meghalaya, the state government has rolled out an innovative TB Control Program that combines traditional healing methods with modern medical technology.rn
AI-based solutions transforming public health system in India: Centre
New Delhi, March 21: The Health Ministry on Friday said it is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to drive transformative change in public health services across the country.
New gene test detects pathogens in blood without amplification
New Delhi, March 16: A team of researchers has developed a new gene-based technology that offers rapid, highly sensitive detection of multi-drug-resistant bacteria and other pathogens at low concentrations.
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.
MIT-WPU develops smart IoT-enabled dispenser for better medication management
Pune, March 9: MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), Pune, on Sunday, said that it has developed a smart Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled tablet and capsule dispenser to improve medication management by ensuring precise and timely dispensing while allowing remote monitoring.
Health tech centres key to reinforcing affordable healthcare in India: J.P. Nadda
New Delhi, March 8: The Health Technology Assessment (HTA), part of the Department of Health Research (DHR) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, is playing a crucial role in reinforcing the government's motto of affordable, equitable and accessible healthcare for all, Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda said here on Saturday.
75 pc of consumers, 97 pc of doctors in India trust AI for healthcare: Report
New Delhi, March 6: About 75 per cent of consumers and 97 per cent of primary care providers (PCPs) in India are ready to embrace artificial intelligence (AI)-powered healthcare solutions for tasks such as disease prediction, risk assessment, and diagnosis, a new report said on Thursday.
Healthcare leads AI adoption in India, surpasses FMCG and manufacturing sectors: Report
New Delhi, Feb 27: India's healthcare sector is on the cusp of a revolution, with an increase in adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology-driven solutions, according to a report.
AI revolutionizing cancer treatment and drug discovery says Sangita Reddy, Joint MD, Apollo
New Delhi, February 22: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is playing a significant role in the early detection of cancer and accelerating new drug discoveries, according to Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director of Apollo Hospitals.
Tech advancements, expanding healthcare access to boost India's surgical market: Report
New Delhi, Feb 20: Tech advancements and expanding healthcare access are driving the surgical market in India, according to a report on Thursday.
AI & robotics have revolutionised medical field: Rajasthan Dy CM
Jaipur, Feb 13: Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari said on Thursday that artificial intelligence and robotics have ushered in a revolutionary transformation in the medical field.
Gujarat CM inaugurates the Transplantation Update-2025 conference in Ahmedabad
Gandhinagar, February 8: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the Transplantation Update Conference-2025 at Asarwa Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad and also unveiled a state-of-the-art robotic system for transplantation. Minister of State for Health Rushikesh Patel graced the event, according to a statement from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO).
Majority pharma, medTech firms expect AI to drive revenue management: Report
New Delhi, Feb 5: Majority of leaders in life sciences -- pharmaceutical and medical technology companies -- and high-tech companies like semiconductor, electronic component, and original equipment manufacturing are increasingly expecting Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive revenue management in 2025, according to a report on Wednesday.
India rapidly emerging as MedTech powerhouse: Anupriya Patel
New Delhi, Jan 30: India is rapidly emerging as a MedTech powerhouse, Union Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare Anupriya Patel said on Thursday.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav discusses innovation in healthcare with Sysmex
Kobe, January 30: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav held a discussion on Thursday with senior executives of Sysmex, a global manufacturer of in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) and hematology equipment. During the meeting, Yadav spoke about the importance of expanding innovation and collaboration in the healthcare sector.
New AI tool to find previously unknown signs of stillbirth, complications
New Delhi, Jan 30: A new artificial intelligence-based model on Thursday has shown previously unidentified combinations of risk factors linked to serious negative pregnancy outcomes, including stillbirth.
Mohammed bin Rashid tours Arab Health 2025
Dubai, January 29: Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, emphasised that investing in healthcare is an investment in the future and highlighted the critical role of innovation and technology in enabling more efficient and inclusive healthcare systems.
Ahmed bin Mohammed opens landmark 50th edition of Arab Health
Dubai, January 27: Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, today opened the 2025 Arab Health Exhibition and Congress, the largest and most comprehensive healthcare industry event in the Middle East.
Karnataka Govt-run Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology achieves milestone of 1,000 robotic surgeries
Bengaluru, Jan 24: The globally-renowned Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology (KMIO), a premier cancer treatment centre in India, run by the Karnataka government, has achieved a historic milestone by successfully completing 1,000 robotic surgeries.
India's medtech sector expected to reach $30 billion by 2030: JP Nadda
New Delhi, Jan 18: The medtech sector is rapidly growing and it is expected to reach $30 billion by 2030, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, JP Nadda, said on Saturday.
IIT Madras & CMC Vellore develop affordable indigenous robot for hand rehabilitation
Chennai, January 17: Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Christian Medical College, Vellore (CMC Vellore) researchers have developed a cost-effective and portable plug-and-train robot for hand rehabilitation.
IIT Madras, CMC Vellore develop affordable indigenous robot for hand rehabilitation
Chennai, Jan 17: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Christian Medical College, Vellore (CMC Vellore) on Friday announced the development of a cost-effective and portable plug-and-train robot for hand rehabilitation.
Indian scientists develop wearable devices that can detect stress
New Delhi, Jan 15: Scientists from Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bengaluru, an autonomous institute of Department of Science and Technology have developed a novel wearable device that can detect stress.
Bioengineers found breakthrough in building smart cells, potential to detect autoimmune disease: Study
Washington, January 13: Bioengineers have developed a new construction kit for building custom sense-and-respond circuits in human cells. The research could revolutionize therapies for complex conditions like autoimmune disease and cancer.
IIT Kanpur develops unique robotic hand exoskeleton for stroke rehabilitation
Kanpur, Jan 11: The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) said on Saturday it has developed a unique brain-computer interface-based robotic hand exoskeleton that can help in stroke rehabilitation and redefine post-stroke therapy by accelerating recovery.
PGI-Chandigarh launches special walk-in OPD for liver clinic
Chandigarh, Jan 10: Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research's (PGIMER) Department of Hepatology here on Friday announced the launch of a special walk-in OPD service to streamline the follow-up process for patients attending its liver clinic, taking care of approximately 1,000 patients weekly.
AI can spot patients at risk for suicide, finds study
New Delhi, Jan 5: Artificial intelligence (AI) can can help doctors identify patients at risk for suicide, potentially improving prevention efforts in routine medical settings, according to new research.
New AI system to help doctors identify patients at risk for suicide
New Delhi, Jan 4: A team of US researchers has developed a novel artificial intelligence (AI) system that can help doctors identify patients at risk for suicide.