Exposure to phthalates in plastics linked to 13 pc of deaths due to heart disease in 2018: Study

Researchers, led by those at the New York University, analysed health and environmental data from population surveys to estimate exposure to phthalates across 200 countries and territories.

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Gates, others launch $500 million maternal, newborn health fund, bucking aid cuts trend

The work will track and target the key reasons babies and mothers die, including infection, severe bleeding for mothers, and respiratory distress for infants.

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Nadda Calls for Private Hospitals to Strengthen Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission

Union Health Minister JP Nadda called on private hospitals, including Max Healthcare, to join the Ayushman Bharat Mission. He highlighted the importance of integrating with the Ayushman Bharat Digital Health Mission and Health Account to strengthen India’s healthcare system, improve access to affordable care, and support the government’s goal of achieving a Viksit Bharat by 2047.

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Delhi Cabinet likely to decide on hospital staff outsourcing, address MRI machines shortage

The Health Department seeks to centralise the outsourcing of staff required for documentation and other formalities at government hospitals and other health facilities of the government by roping in public sector undertakings (PSUs), they said.

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With Ayushman Bharat & National Digital Health Mission, India is better prepared for next pandemic says World Bank official

"Lessons that involve having that surge capacity to be able to quickly ramp up testing, having the necessary equipment, PPE capacity in hospitals, in terms of ICU units, ICU beds," she explained.

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ICICI Lombard to up health biz investments, look at buyouts

In recent years, ICICI Lombard has sought to correct this imbalance by launching new products and expanding its sales force focused on health insurance.

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Health policy was working in silos before 2017, govt has made it holistic: Nadda

Under the National Quality Assurance Standards (NWAS) currently there are 30,000 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs and the government's target is to create 1.75 lakh of these in the immediate future to deliver comprehensive primary health care which is universal and free to users.

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Uganda declares end to latest ebola outbreak

Although outbreaks have been common, health experts say the country has been able to leverage on its experience battling the disease over the years to bring them under control relatively quickly.

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Minister reviews initiatives under Delhi Heat Action Plan

The plan also includes measures to raise awareness about heat-related ailments, with posters and pamphlets on prevention being distributed at bus stands. Health teams will be stationed at all Delhi government hospitals and health centres as part of the plan's implementation.

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Health Ministry Rolls Out Revised Standard Curricula for Allied Professionals

The new standardized curricula will be implemented from 2026, and for professions not covered under the first phase and outlined in the NCAHP Act, 2021, will be rolled out sooner.

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Health Ministry brings up new e-portal for CGHS

The existing website will be deactivated and the new HMIS portal developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), is scheduled to go live from 28th April 2025.

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Health secretary asks state officials to ensure fire safety in hospitals

Last year also, the Centre had issued directions to states to carry out a comprehensive fire safety audit and on-site inspections of all hospitals ahead of the summer season. In a joint advisory issued to state health departments and state disaster management authorities, the ministry and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) had said fire-fighting systems, including fire alarms, fire smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, and fire lifts shouldn't just be present but they should be fully functional.

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Health funds underuse: States draw sharp rebuke from Nadda

Highlighting the need for administrative reform within the health sector, Nadda said that many officials, including state health directors and chief medical officers, lack proper training and are hesitant to make decisions. "They are administratively incapacitated. We must support them through capacity building and hand-holding," he said.

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Bridging the "Valley of Death" in Bioscience: Turning Discoveries into Real-World Health Solutions

India has no dearth of bioscience talent, but translating research into real-world health solutions remains a major challenge. Dr. Anurag Agrawal of Ashoka University highlights the need to reform incentives, support early innovation, and align academia with industry. From genomics to AI-driven health tools, the goal is to democratise access and make health innovation impactful and scalable. The key, he says, lies in backing people, not just projects—and building systems that reward real-world outcomes.

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US aid cuts strain response to health crises worldwide: WHO

A World Health Organization official warns that US foreign aid cuts and potential WHO withdrawal threaten global humanitarian efforts. Freezing funds and dismantling USAID hinder healthcare system support, emergency response, and disease surveillance, especially in conflict zones like Gaza, Sudan, and Yemen.

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Study links climate change with rising arsenic levels in rice, increasing cancer risks for Asians

Studies have revealed rice consumption to be a major health threat to people in South and Southeast Asian countries, including India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Thailand and Vietnam, where rice is the staple food.

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Why the Ross Procedure shouldn’t be India’s best-kept cardiac secret?

For young Indians grappling with aortic valve disease, the Ross procedure offers a lifeline—one that restores vitality without lifelong medical baggage. Dr Varun Shetty, Consultant – Cardiac Surgery, Narayana Health City demystifies this transformative surgery that uses the patient’s own valve to offer growth, durability, and a second chance at a normal life.

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Trump admin plans $40 bn in health budget cuts: Report

A preliminary financial plan that would still require approval by Congress, the framework for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) comes amid massive cuts to the government under Donald Trump and his top advisor, billionaire Elon Musk.

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Expanding Access to IVF: Goa Medical College’s Pioneering Role in Public Health and Fertility Care

Through a public health initiative, IVF services at GMC are now fully subsidised by the institution and the Government of Goa. “This initiative provides hope to couples who have longed for a child but couldn’t afford the treatment,” Dr Bandekar shared, “easing the burden of infertility and giving families the opportunity to experience the joy of parenthood without financial hardship.”

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USAID cuts rip through African health care systems

As downpours progressively cascade across west Africa -- Nigeria's have just started, while Senegal's rains won't arrive until May -- countries that have made in some cases significant progress in stamping out malaria in recent decades will now be doing so without a major financial backer.

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State govt initiatives to strengthen hospitals’ financial stability through health schemes

Talking about MAA Yojana, the official said, "Directions have been issued to ensure that the deficiencies in the claims filed under the MAA scheme are completed by having them monitored properly. This will also increase the revenue of health institutions. If a claim is rejected, the insurance company benefits, and your hospital's financial situation does not strengthen," he said.

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How might the World Health Organization fight future pandemics?

A key section of the treaty, Article 12, envisages reserving around 20% of tests, treatments and vaccines for the WHO to distribute to poorer countries during emergencies.

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‘Diabetics should carry healthstatus card for emergencies’

CMS Trauma Centre KGMU Prof Prem Raj Singh warned that many people mistake heart attack symptoms for gas or indigestion, or delay stroke treatment because the signs may seem minor. However, such delays can be deadly or lead to lifelong paralysis.

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Govt makes CEA registration mandatory for diagnostic labs

Additional director (hospital administration), Dr Narrottam Sharma, said, "We will take action against the labs which are not getting registered as per the provisions in the CEA 2010. We have directed all the chief medical health officers to ensure that no lab will function without a valid registration under the Act."

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Moment of reckoning for pandemic agreement talks at WHO

The outcome of the years-long talks taking place at the World Health Organization headquarters remained unclear, but optimism appeared to be building as the scheduled cutoff approached.

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PM Modi lauds Delhi joining Centre's health programmes as 'revolutionary' step

After signing a Memorandum of Understanding on April 5 to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY), the BJP government in Delhi signed another MoU with the Centre on Thursday for the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM).

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Inside India’s Healthcare Inequity: Experts Expose Cracks, Costs, and the Call for Coherence

India’s healthcare system is at a tipping point. World-class hospitals co-exist with those that are reaching small towns. Flagship schemes like Ayushman Bharat is filling the affordability gap for the middle class and underserved populations. However, there are red flags. Experts have warned that India is veering toward a reactive “sick-care” model, hampered by chronic underinvestment in public health, a fee-for-service setup that incentivizes illness over wellness and prevention, rising land and tech costs, and weak regulations. Green shoots are emerging in tier 2 and tier 3 cities, where innovative, low-cost, high-volume models are taking roots. The message from well-known health experts is clear: India doesn’t just need more healthcare—it needs smarter, fairer, and more accountable healthcare. The clock is ticking.

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'Registration for Ayushman Bharat Scheme starting from today': Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh

Earlier, Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said, "An MoU for PM ABHIM will happen soon... The infrastructure that was ruined in the last 10 years needs to be corrected, and that's what we are doing... Maholla Clinics are in shambles. We are enquiring about all of them," the Delhi Minister added.D

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Study links high muscle strength with 44 pc lower risk of diabetes, regardless of genetic tendencies

"Our study supports the current public health guidelines which suggest that adults should engage in muscle-strengthening activities for at least two days per week from a disease prevention perspective," said corresponding author Youngwon Kim, a physical activity epidemiologist and professor at the University of Hong Kong's faculty of medicine.

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Maternal Mortality falls sharply, but burden remains high: UN Report

The report, covering data from 2000 to 2023, was developed by MMEIG, which includes the World Health Organization, UNICEF, UNFPA, the World Bank Group, and the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, in collaboration with global technical experts.

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Doctors warn of serious health risks as IMD issues yellow alert amid spiralling temperature

Dr Mukesh Mehra, senior director (Internal Medicine) at Max Super Speciality Hospital in Patparganj, said extreme heat can overwhelm the body's natural cooling system, leading to severe health consequences.

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India's Hidden Health Crisis: New Data Reveals Silent Epidemic of Lifestyle Diseases

The Health of the Nation 2025 report exposes a silent epidemic of lifestyle diseases in India, with alarming prevalence of fatty liver, silent heart risks, post-menopausal metabolic disorders, childhood obesity, and widespread vitamin D deficiencies. Based on 2.5 million health screenings, the findings make a strong case for shifting from symptom-led treatment to proactive, preventive healthcare. The report urges integration of preventive care into daily life to build a healthier, more resilient India.

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"Aarogyam Paramam Bhagyam": PM Modi emphasises importance of healthy well-being on World Health Day

Taking to social media post on X, the Prime Minister expressed commitment to building a healthier world on World Health Day and said that the Centre government will keep focusing on healthcare and invest in different aspects of people's well-being

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Govt plans capacity building activities for frontline workers of HPV vaccination

According to sources, the Union Health Ministry has held several meetings and is working on a detailed strategy for the implementation of the same.

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Delhi becomes 35th state to implement Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana

Delhi became the 35th State and Union Territory to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) after the National Health Authority (NHA) of the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the government of Delhi.

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150 cardiologists in 15 districts of Gujarat stop admitting PM-JAY patients

The Gujarat Interventional Cardiologists Forum (GICF) has submitted memorandums to chief district health officers (CDHOs) and collectors, highlighting their concerns about the current cardiology packages under the scheme.

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