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Recovered from TB in childhood, putting efforts to reduce mortality: Ramkumar S, Secretary (MD), NHM
By Shalini Bhardwaj, New Delhi, March 25: Ramkumar S, Secretary and Mission Director (MD) of the National Health Mission (NHM) in Meghalaya, who himself recovered from Tuberculosis, said that they have launched the 100-day TB programme as well as the Comprehensive TB Care Programme in the state.
Local, community initiatives key to fight tuberculosis in India: Anurag Thakur
New Delhi, March 25: Localised and community initiatives like TB Mukt Bharat can play a crucial role in fighting the menace of tuberculosis in India, said Anurag Thakur, BJP MP.
Centre set to expand, extend Tuberculosis program nationwide
By Shalini Bhadrwaj, New Delhi, March 24: The central government is expected to announce the expansion of its tuberculosis program to all districts across the country, alongside an extension of the 100-day TB campaign, which concludes today, official sources said.
Delhi Health Minister flags off six mobile dental vans to provide free oral care services
By Tanya Chugh, New Delhi, March 20: Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Singh on Thursday flagged off six fully equipped mobile dental vans from Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences under the National Health Mission.
Asha workers in Kerala to continue strike as two separate rounds of conciliation talks fail
Thiruvananthapuram, March 19: Protesting Asha workers in Kerala will continue their strike after two different conciliation talks that took place at two levels on Wednesday failed to reach a solution to the issue.
India sees significant improvements in maternal and infant mortality rates: Centre
New Delhi, March 19: India has made significant improvements in maternal and infant mortality rates, Anupriya Patel, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, has said.
Stop telling lies, end Asha workers strike: Ex MoS Muraleedharan to Vijayan govt
Thiruvananthapuram, March 5: Former Union Minister of State and senior BJP leader V. Muraleedharan on Wednesday asked the Pinarayi Vijayan government to "stop telling lies" about not getting Central funds and end the protest by the more than 26,000 Asha workers.
Time to boost capacity-building of medical officers at grassroot level: JP Nadda
New Delhi, March 4: There is a need to enhance the capacity-building of medical officers to achieve required results of healthcare schemes at the grassroot level, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, JP Nadda, said on Tuesday.
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.
Union Minister JP Nadda offers prayers at Jagannath Temple in Odisha
Puri, February 28: Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Thursday offered prayers at the Jagannath Temple in Odisha's Puri.
Union Minister Nadda inaugurates 9th National Health Mission Summit in Puri
Puri, February 28: Union Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s national President JP Nadda on Friday inaugurated the ninth National Summit on Good and Replicable Practices in the Public Healthcare System in Odisha's city of Puri.
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda arrives in Odisha for health summit
Bhubaneswar, Feb 28: Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda arrived in Odisha on Friday to participate in a national summit to be organised by National Health Mission in Puri.
Union Minister JP Nadda arrives in Odisha for 9th National Health Summit
Bhubaneswar, February 28: Union Health Minister and BJP National President JP Nadda received a warm reception upon his arrival in Bhubaneswar ahead of the Ninth National Summit on Good and Replicable Practices and Innovation in the Public Healthcare System.
KC Venugopal slams LDF govt in Kerala over ASHA workers' protest
Thiruvananthapuram, February 23: As the Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers go on indefinite strike against the Left Democratic Alliance (LDF) government in Kerala demanding better salaries, senior Congress leader KC Venugopal on Sunday said that United Democratic Front (UDF) MPs would take the issue to Parliament.
Delhi set to implement Ayushman Bharat Yojana, Centre to finalise MoU soon
By Shalini Bhardwaj, New Delhi, February 21: Delhi is all set to implement the Ayushman Bharat Yojana (AB-PMJAY), the central government's flagship health insurance scheme.
Indian healthcare system comes of age with institutes like NCI-AIIMS: JP Nadda
New Delhi, Feb 16: Under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the narrative is changing regarding the Indian healthcare system where bone marrow transplant is possible in institutes like the National Cancer Institute (NCI) of AIIMS, Jhajjar campus, Union Health Minister JP Nadda has said.
Gujarat Health Minister highlights govt initiatives to eradicate TB
Gandhinagar, Feb 14: As part of the '100 Days TB Eradication Campaign,' a special programme was organised on Friday in Gandhinagar under the chairmanship of Gujarat Health Minister Rushikesh Patel.
PM Modi shares Olympian Neeraj Chopra's motivating blog on fight against obesity
New Delhi, Feb 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday shared an article penned by two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra on the growing obesity menace in the country and the pressing need to tackle it head-on.
MP govt partners with AIIMS Delhi for maternal, infant mortality rate reduction
Bhopal, Feb 8: In a significant step to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates in the state, Madhya Pradesh government has formed a strategic partnership with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi to seek its regular assistance, an official said on Saturday.
Over 14.6 cr women screened for breast cancer, more than 9 cr for cervical cancer: Nadda
New Delhi, Feb 8: More than 14.6 crore women across the country have been screened for breast cancer, and over nine crore for cervical cancer, said Union Health Minister J P Nadda.
Tele-MANAS mental health helpline handles over 18.1 lakh calls: Centre
New Delhi, Feb 7: The Tele MANAS toll-free number, launched as part of the national tele-mental health programme in India, has received more than 18,13,000 lakh calls till February 2025, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav, said on Friday.
Argentina announces it will leave World Health Organization
Buenos Aires, February 6: Argentina has announced it will leave World Health Organization (WHO). Argentina's presidential spokesperson Manuel Adorni made the announcement regarding the decision, CNN reported.
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.
Over 12K PHCs converted to 24x7 services to give emergency care in rural areas: Centre
New Delhi, Jan 23: In a bid to boost emergency health services, the Union Government has established 24x7 primary health centres (PHCs) and first referral units (FRUs) across the country.
Cabinet apprised of achievements under National Health Mission between FY 2021-24
New Delhi, Jan 22: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was apprised of the progress made under the National Health Mission (NHM) during the years 2021-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24.
Cabinet discusses achievements of National Health Mission
New Delhi, January 22: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was apprised of the progress under the National Health Mission (NHM) during the years 2021-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24.
Trump announces US withdrawal from World Health Organisation
New York, Jan 21: President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he is withdrawing the US from the World Health Organisation, a significant move cutting ties with the United Nation's public health agency on his first day in office.