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The report highlighted that the surge in renewals is largely due to new-generation modular plans featuring cumulative bonuses and other new-age benefits. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/wEjaco1 via gqrds

The rational use of medicines and diagnostics will directly benefit policyholders by lowering their out-of-pocket expenses. At the same time, streamlined care will result in faster recovery and fewer complications, believes Roy. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/OG5T7Mw via gqrds

Tata AIG suspended cashless services at Max hospitals from September 10, 2025. As per Max, the insurer also demanded an abrupt downward tariff revision. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/TwU4hbB via gqrds

At a high-powered panel on future technologies, at 5th edition of ETHealthworld's Healthcare Leaders Summit the leaders from medicine, engineering, data science, and digital health said India’s next healthcare leap depends on transforming its fragmented data into usable insights. While clinical information is abundant, experts stressed that curation, standardisation, and responsible sharing, powered by AI and foundation models, will be critical to achieving universal healthcare access and innovation. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/r7Uec1s via gqrds

​​​The draft amendment of the NMC Act which was put in public domain by the health ministry in Dec 2022, contains a provision that specifically provides for the public (patients/their relatives/complainants) to file appeals before NMC's Ethics and Medical Registration Board (EMRB) against decisions or actions of state medical councils in complaints related to medical negligence or professional misconduct from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/73ZkKc1 via gqrds

As part of the transaction, the identified business undertaking of Apollo Health Enterprise Ltd (AHEL) will be demerged into Apollo Healthtech Ltd (AHTL). from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/KI20M7p via gqrds

Prof. Reddy highlighted a stark health equity gap, noting that the difference between life expectancy and healthy life expectancy is particularly large for women in India. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/TCKes4X via gqrds

More than 9 lakh women have been screened for breast cancer, and over 4.7 lakh for cervical cancer. Oral cancer screening has covered more than 16 lakh people. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/tfVx2Pg via gqrds

The report explained that "the wider global health landscape is shifting", pointing to how "development assistance for health is declining, many countries are grappling with rising debt and economic headwinds, and geopolitical uncertainty is reshaping priorities". from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/PwnfzCb via gqrds

Actor Rohit Roy opens up about the pressures of the entertainment industry, emphasising that behind the glamour and social media perfection, mental health, family, and balance matter most. Speaking at the 5th ETHealthworld Healthcare Awards, he shared how fatherhood shaped his priorities, the toll of unrealistic industry expectations, and the importance of mindful living, fitness, and saying no to preserve well-being. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/B7b4r2C via gqrds

A paper published in medical journal The Lancet Global Health shows that more than 25 million people suffer from this "type 5 diabetes", mostly in developing countries. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/RbpV3Oe via gqrds

Kerala Health Minister Veena George told the State Assembly on Wednesday that amoebae exist in most water sources, though only some types are dangerous. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/3w8YoCk via gqrds

Results of the analysis, published in the journal PLOS Global Public Health, showed that girls across most states in India were starting to menstruate at a younger age, except those in Maharashtra, where the onset of periods among girls was found to be delayed. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/9i1jSrm via gqrds

Noting that sickle cell anaemia is a pertinent issue in the tribal regions of the country, the PM particularly appealed to the tribal women to take advantage of the benefits available during the campaign period. He also stated that all tests and medicines in the health centres will be available free of cost. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/7FqMSyU via gqrds

​​​The aim is to identify which antibiotics are most effective in completely treating these infections. This would help in significantly reducing both the health risks and financial burdens on patients," Dr Nanda Kishore said, and appealed to IMA doctors across the state to support this research initiative. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/dCOkqtR via gqrds

Highlighting the message of "Jan Chetna" through "Jan Bhagidari", the health minister called upon the states to actively engage the ward commissioners, elected representatives, and resident welfare associations (RWAs) in the awareness and prevention efforts. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/hRubqF6 via gqrds

In a release, the Association of Healthcare Providers of India (AHPI) and the Nursing Homes division of the Indian Medical Association have accused the insurance company of halting cashless claims and deliberately delaying the empanelment of new hospitals. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/gWQv6Va via gqrds

Public Health England (PHE, UK) has estimated that smoke-free nicotine alternatives are up to 95 per cent less harmful than smoking because they remove tar and combustion. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/pLRoeQq via gqrds

Defending Star Health Insurance in the ongoing standoff with hospital, GIC claimed that, last week it had scheduled a meeting with AHPI to constructively resolve concerns. However, AHPI rescheduled the meeting to a future date and later proceeded with its unilateral action. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/5keLVt6 via gqrds

They have also pressed for relief from the removal of input tax credit (ITC) under the new GST regime, where health insurers are also pushing for clarity on the GST exemption, saying the relief applies only to individual health policies and not to group, personal accident or travel covers. That distinction could leave retail health insurers facing a hit from the loss of input tax credit (ITC). from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/5JNSMX1 via gqrds

The Association of Healthcare Providers – India (AHPI) has alleged that the insurance provider is operating on outdated tariff rates and has repeatedly refused to revise tariffs over several years, despite healthcare cost inflation. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/0ZPRQmx via gqrds

The UNICEF report highlights a sharp rise in obesity across all age groups in India, with prevalence among children, adolescents, and adults increasing rapidly. By 2030, over 27 million Indian children and adolescents may be affected. Experts urge measures such as health taxes, food labelling, and restrictions on junk food marketing to address the crisis. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/xBXN24Z via gqrds

UNICEF used the data to project what has happened since 2022, based on trends since 2010. It found that 1 in 10, or roughly 188 million, school-aged children and adolescents have obesity based on the World Health Organization's criteria, putting them at risk of lifelong health problems including diabetes and cardiovascular disease. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/QwjyDE2 via gqrds

Matcha, the vibrant green tea powder once rooted in Japanese rituals, has surged into global cafés, kitchens, and Instagram feeds. Touted for its antioxidants, calm focus, and wellness benefits, experts weigh in on whether its soaring popularity is justified, revealing both its health promise and marketing hype. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/XFBjLOD via gqrds

Ghebreyesus did not echo those concerns or calls by some for Kennedy to resign. He instead pointed to how the CDC's reputation as a "center of excellence" has inspired other countries to adopt its best practices. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/3G8Itaq via gqrds

Headed by Narain Dass Gupta, the Committee on Petitions, Rajya Sabha, in its 163rd report, said reliable data is vital for assessing public health issues, particularly cancer, where comprehensive information is essential to track trends, design policies and plan infrastructure. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/zjfOnX4 via gqrds

The confrontation came later. At their next meeting, Declan brought it up. The therapist broke down in tears, admitting he had been “out of ideas” and resorted to ChatGPT for guidance. Declan described it as “a weird breakup”—made worse when the therapist still billed him for the session. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/BegIYwH via gqrds

​​​According to the CEO of an insurance company, the cost of health insurance is likely to fall by around 11 per cent if insurers account for the loss of input tax credit. “Those who were paying Rs 118 will end up paying around Rs 107,” he said. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/VakUD4d via gqrds

In a post on X, Nadda said, “A big win for public health—The GST Council has raised tax on pan masala, tobacco products, cigarettes and sugary aerated drinks to 40 per cent.” from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/BuMro9f via gqrds

At its 56th meeting, the GST council led by the Union Finance Minister recommended that all individual health and life insurance policies will be exempted in the new two-tier structure of 5 per cent and 18 per cent slab, effective from September 22, 2025. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/YlLcHD7 via gqrds

The reports highlight that a sustained investment in mental health and care is urgently needed, with a scale-up in services to protect and promote people's mental health, it said. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/cd8xaAi via gqrds

Effective cancer control in India requires coordinated efforts, focusing on public awareness, prevention, and early detection. Awareness campaigns help reduce stigma and encourage timely health-seeking behaviour, the study underlined. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/NAjezvH via gqrds

The suppliers specifically requested payment of all outstanding invoices for the Karunya Benevolent Fund (KBF), Karunya Arogya Suraksha Padathi (KSAP), and MEDISEP (health insurance scheme for government officials) up to March 31, 2025, to enable them to pay principal suppliers, procure new stock, and resume supplies to government institutions. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/YSBPfX5 via gqrds

These are sometimes called "opioid agonist treatments" (specifically methadone and buprenorphine) and are effective at helping people stop or reduce their opioid use and improve their health. from Top Health News | Latest Healthcare Sector & Healthcare Industry news, Information and Updates: ET HealthWorld : ETHealthworld.com https://ift.tt/nbpPW0q via gqrds