4.75 cr screened for sickle cell anaemia, 0.38 pc diagnosed with disorder: Health Minister Nadda

Under the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission (NSCAEM), which was launched on July 1, 2023, screenings are conducted at health facilities from district hospitals up to the Ayushman Arogya Mandir (AAM) level.

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'Separate law to deal with violence against medics not needed'

In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, minister of state for health Anupriya Patel said according to constitutional provisions, "health" and "law and order" are state subjects. "Therefore, it is the primary responsibility of the concerned state or Union Territory to take note of events and eventualities for taking appropriate action to prevent violence against healthcare professionals," Patel said.

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India's mental health searches soar 41% in 2024, with non-metro cities driving healthcare queries: Report

The data paints a compelling picture of changing healthcare priorities among Indians, with particularly strong growth in such queries seen in non-metropolitan cities that registered a 25% increase in overall healthcare searches, said the report released by Justdial, which provides search services for products and services in India.

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Bihar’s healthcare system in shambles, says CAG report

The report revealed that emergency operation theatres (OTs) were unavailable in all four sub-divisional hospitals (SDHs) inspected during the audit. This is a major violation of Indian Public Health Standards (IPHS), which mandate emergency OTs in every SDH.

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Healthy ambitions: LIC eyeing ManipalCigna

LIC plans to buy half of ManipalCigna Health Insurance. The deal could be worth ₹4,000 crore. This move will let LIC enter the health insurance market. ManipalCigna is a joint venture between Manipal Group and Cigna Corporation. Both will reduce their stakes if the deal happens. LIC's managing director hinted at this acquisition during an earnings call.

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Trump picks Jay Bhattacharya, who backed COVID herd immunity, to lead National Institutes of Health

Trump, in a statement Tuesday evening, said Bhattacharya, a 56-year-old physician and professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, will work in cooperation with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., his pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, "to direct the Nation's Medical Research, and to make important discoveries that will improve Health, and save lives."

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Health minister inspects KFD-hit areas, announces new vaccine is being developed

Speaking to reporters, Rao confirmed that a new vaccine is under development and should be ready by 2026. He explained that the existing KFD vaccine has lost its effectiveness. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is committed to delivering a new vaccine, currently being developed at a Hyderabad research facility with Rs 10 crore funding from CSR initiatives.

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Delhi tops in deaths of kids aged under 5 due to outdoor pollution

The Nov 2023 analysis by the Collaboration for Air Pollution and Health Effect Research, India (CAPHER), establishes that ambient air pollution affects children's health and mortality. Yet to be put in public domain, the report is based on previous research and estimate models related to mortality due to ambient air pollution and seeks the intervention of policymakers.

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Universal Health Coverage: Community health workers ‘the missing link’ say experts

To strengthen the community healthcare system, India needs to think beyond traditional methods and “apply industrial concepts,” Srivathsan said, while adding, “Currently, ASHA workers, though involved in project-based interventions, are not equipped for continuous monitoring, as non-communicable diseases require long-term, consistent care. Therefore, a dedicated cadre of trained health workers is essential, and NGOs are stepping in to fill this gap."

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Health Ministry inks MoU to provide funding, technical support to IMS at BHU

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) facilitates the provision of grants-in-aid to IMS, similar to the funding model for the new All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) being set up under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY).

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Strengthen healthcare & food safety in Hyd: Health minister

On Friday, Health minister Damodar Raja Narasimha held a review meeting to discuss the strengthening of central medical stores, hospital pharmacies, and food safety issues. He directed that work on the 22 newly established central medicine stores be completed within a week.

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Canada confirms first case of clade I mpox in Canada

​"PHAC is working closely with public health authorities in Manitoba. The National Microbiology Laboratory (NML) notified the province on November 22 that the sample tested positive for mpox clade Ib," the agency further said.

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Ayushman Bharat PMJAY for senior citizens: Not just benefits but know its limitations to avoid any last-minute shock

All senior citizens who are 70 years of age and older, irrespective of their income, are now included in the scheme. Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana was introduced to cover bottom 40% of the Indian population. It provided health insurance for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisations.

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Govt working to ensure people with Intellectual disabilities get due medical care: Union Health Minister JP Nadda

He said that in order to ensure that the people of IDD get due medical care, skills of the healthcare professionals needs to be upgraded so that they are not only competent in feeding physical symptoms, but also skilled in addressing specific needs of individuals with IDD.

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Delhi pollution: AAP govt directs hospitals to set up special teams for respiratory cases

The Delhi Health Department also asked the hospitals to monitor and report daily cases of respiratory ailments, including both outpatient (OPD) and inpatient (IPD) cases, and to promptly flag any unusual increase in the number of cases, it said.

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Masks make a comeback as bad air level hits upper end, doctors warn of health risks

The deteriorating air quality has led to widespread health concerns across age groups. Many in the city are facing difficulty in breathing, apart from eye irritation, throat discomfort, headaches, exhaustion and skin problems due to the contaminated atmosphere.

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Delhi air pollution crisis: Exposure to even one hour of toxic smog may cost you

Even one hour of exposure to high levels of particulate pollutants, warn medical experts, can trigger immediate negative health impacts. When these particles enter the respiratory system, they can cause inflammation in the lungs, leading to reduced lung functionality and heightened airway resistance within a brief timeframe.

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Separate central law to deal with offences against health care professionals not needed: NTF

The NTF was constituted by the Supreme Court on August 20 to formulate a protocol for ensuring safety and security of medical professionals in wake of the rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.

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Healthcare spending surge eases public burden

According to the latest National Health Accounts (NHA) data for 2021-22, government health expenditure (GHE) has surged from 1.13% of GDP in 2014-15 to 1.84% in 2021-22, and its share of overall government spending rose from 3.94% to 6.12%. This increase, which includes tripling per capita health spending from Rs 1,108 to Rs 3,169, is enabling more affordable and accessible healthcare for the public, helping to alleviate financial burdens on individuals.

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Pakistan air pollution: Toxic smog sends over 1.9 million to hospitals in a month

Residents are struggling to cope with the smog’s health impacts. For many, staying indoors offers little relief, and air purifiers remain unaffordable luxuries. Public and private schools have been ordered to close until November 24, with authorities also enforcing a three-day lockdown in Lahore and Multan to mitigate pollution. However, these measures have brought limited respite.

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Ayushman Vay Vandana enrolment under AB PM-JAY touches 10 lakh within three weeks of its rollout

According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, this achievement comes within three weeks of the card's rollout by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 29, 2024.

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Can bird flu trigger another pandemic and cause more lockdowns? Here's what experts have to say on the possibility

The Public Health Agency of Canada also confirmed that the patient is infected with the H5N1 strain of bird flu, which has been spreading among birds, poultry, mammals, and, in rare cases, humans. The recent case follows a larger outbreak of H5N1 in the U.S., where 46 human infections have been reported so far this year, in several states, including California, Colorado, and Texas.

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Delhi's air quality hits hazardous levels even as govt bans BS-III, BS-IV vehicles under GRAP III

Delhi air pollution: Delhi experienced severe air pollution for the fourth day. Smog engulfed the city, reducing visibility and causing health concerns. The Air Quality Index (AQI) reached hazardous levels in multiple areas. Authorities implemented the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-III) to combat the pollution. This includes restrictions on vehicle use and construction activities.

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Here's what we'll be telling COP29 about how climate change is harming young people's mental health

As psychiatrists working with children and adolescents, we're so concerned that we're sharing our research at the summit on the link between higher temperatures and suicidal thoughts and behaviours.

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India's healthcare expenditure less than 2 percent of GDP, needs to be increased: Ex-RBI Gov

The former chairman of the PM's Economic Advisory Council stated that education and health are crucial for accelerating the country's progress. "However, in India's social expenditure system, more resources are allocated to education than to health, which may not be the ideal approach."

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ICMR seeks 'out of the box' ideas from Indian scientists to solve complex health problems

The proposal must have bold research ideas with significant wide ranging impact and if successful should have potential 'first of its kind' biomedical and technological innovations for better health outcomes in the global context.

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6.5 lakh senior citizens join Ayushman Bharat scheme after recent expansion

According to data from the National Health Authority, nearly 6.5 lakh elderly individuals have enrolled and received Ayushman cards within this period. Kerala leads in new enrollments of senior citizens, followed by Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Haryana.

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Physical inactivity kills 32 lakh people a year. Need 10,000 steps a day? World's largest study suggests a shortcut

A new study, the world's largest to date, has found that walking just 3,867 steps a day can lower the risk of death from any cause. The research, which analyzed data from over 226,000 people, showed that even a small amount of walking can have significant health benefits.

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"You are a judge, not an agent": Union Minister Pralhad Joshi targets Justice D'Cunha over Covid panel report

In response to Joshi's comments, Karnataka health minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said, "Mr Joshi Pralhad has defamed Justice Michael D'Cunha by calling him an agent. A judge who is well known for his integrity and honesty."

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Hearing last PIL, CJI bats for inclusion of Indian healthcare system in PM-JAY

In his final act as Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud heard a petition advocating for the inclusion of traditional Indian healthcare practices, such as Ayurveda and Yoga, into the national health insurance program, PM-JAY. While dismissing a previous petition by the same advocate, the court acknowledged the importance of integrating these systems into mainstream healthcare.

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PepsiCo, Unilever selling products with lower health ratings in India: Report

According to the report, PepsiCo, for example, which makes Lay's chips and Tropicana juice, has introduced a target to increase sales of products meeting a nutri-score A/B, but this applies only to its snacks' portfolio in the European Union.

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Weight Loss drugs may alter treatment paradigm for chronic disorders, say experts

Weight-loss drugs, particularly newer options like GLP-1 receptor agonists, are revolutionising the treatment of obesity and metabolic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disorders. Hailed for their efficacy, these drugs are helping patients lose significant weight and offer additional health benefits. Experts see them as game-changers in the way some of the chronic conditions are managed by doctors. Caution is however advised to prevent their misuse and dependency. While the medications could complement lifestyle changes and even eliminate the need of bariatric surgery, accessibility and long-term effects remain concerns. Balancing life-changing innovations with responsible use are the key to maximising their positive impact on health.

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Invisible Killers: Unmasking the public health risks of Air Pollution and Climate Change

People who have never smoked in their lives are now showing signs of lung damage typically seen in heavy smokers. The culprit? Persistent exposure to dangerously high levels of particulate matter and other pollutants in the air. The long-term effect of living in such conditions is turning into a chronic health pandemic—one more lethal and widespread than even COVID-19.

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KPMG-FICCI report finds equitable, accessible medical training crucial to meet healthcare needs in India

The report highlights the urgent need for reform in India's healthcare system, where universal health coverage (UHC) is a national priority. With a growing population and increasing healthcare demands, ensuring affordability, accessibility, and availability of services is essential for equitable health outcomes.

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Health sector is going to become the base of ‘Viksit Bharat’: Prof VK Paul

Addressing the ‘FICCI HEAL 2024’, Prof Paul stated that ‘Viksit Bharat’ also means a $32 trillion economy along with the rise in per capita income to reach from $2,500 to $18,000.

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Britain detects two more cases of new mpox variant

The government agency that added the risk to the population remained low. The clade Ib variant is a new form of the virus that is linked to a global health emergency declared by the World Health Organization in August.

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Work-life balance: A deep mental health crisis looms

Mental health is still a taboo subject in Indian society. But a crisis of a serious proportion looms. Long hours at work, lack of personal time, tight deadlines, and unrealistic targets have become the norm. ETHealthworld spoke with several mental health experts to understand and explore solutions for a better work-life balance.

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Uttarakhand govt to terminate 118 doctors absent from duty

The health department identified these doctors from across all 13 districts. The move also aims to create vacancies for other doctors, sources said.

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Healthcare tug-of-war: States vs. Center in India

Importance of any state-supported health scheme can't be overstated. About 63 mn people fall below the poverty line each year due to out-of-pocket (OOP) healthcare expenditure. Playing politics with such support structures does little to help. Delhi still can boast of a decent health support structure, but Bengal's system, as the recent RG Kar episode shows, is in tatters.

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The Global TB Report 2024 by WHO acknowledged India's progress in tackling Tuberculosis

The World Health Organization (WHO) released its Global TB Report 2024 on October 29, 2024. The report has acknowledged the tremendous progress India has made in closing the gap of missed TB cases since 2015. In 2023, India was estimated to have had 27 lakh TB cases, of which 25.1 lakh persons were diagnosed and put on treatment. This has buoyed India's treatment coverage to 89 per cent in 2023 from 72 per cent in 2015, thereby bridging the gap of missing cases.

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