Public Health paramount: Delhi HC upholds FSSAI's action against misleading 'ORS' labelled drinks

The FSSAI had earlier stated that the term "ORS " can only be used for formulations meeting World Health Organisation (WHO) standards for oral rehydration solutions.

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15 per cent of deaths in Delhi in 2023 linked to air pollution: Report

The analysis of the GBD 2023 data, released earlier this month, by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), found that exposure to ambient particulate matter pollution led to an estimated 17,188 deaths in Delhi in 2023.

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Narayana Health Expands Global Footprint with Acquisition of UK-Based Practice Plus Group Hospitals

Practice Plus Group Hospitals is the fifth-largest private hospital group in the UK, performing approximately 80,000 surgeries annually. This acquisition gives Narayana Health access to a growing UK private healthcare market.

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Zero GST on health insurance plans sparks 38% surge in demand: Report

According to the report, the average health insurance cover has increased from Rs 13 lakh to Rs 18 lakh, reflecting a growing awareness among consumers about the need for comprehensive protection rather than minimal coverage.

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SC transfers PIL seeking implementation of law on mental health care to NHRC

The PIL argued that persons with mental illnesses were chained in a faith-based mental asylum in Budaun district of Uttar Pradesh in violation of provisions of the Mental Health Care Act 2017. The court examined the photos of such patients calling it a matter of great concern.

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Doctors warn of 15 per cent rise in respiratory cases in Delhi as air pollution worsens in winter months

During October and November, when the AQI often exceeds 300, there is a severe impact on health, particularly for patients with chronic lung and heart conditions, as well as children and the elderly.

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HLL pays Rs. 69.53 crores as dividend to health ministry for FY 2024-25

HLL Lifecare Limited has paid a record Rs 69.53 crore dividend to the Health Ministry for FY 2024–25, marking strong financial growth with a 20 per cent rise in revenue. Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda lauded HLL and its Amrit pharmacies for benefiting over 6.7 crore people and saving Rs 8,000 crore in healthcare costs.

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NHRC notice to Health Ministry, FSSAI on 'widespread reuse of cooking oil'

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) directed a probe into the allegations and the furnishing of a state-wise report according to the proceedings of the case. It asked to submit an action taken report within two weeks.

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World Bank approves $280 million program for Kerala health sector

According to a statement from the multilateral institution on Friday, the USD 280 million Kerala Health System Improvement Program will build a more comprehensive health system resistant to climate shocks.

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WHO says funding 'dire' for health emergencies in 2026

The WHO had identified more than 300 million people in need of humanitarian assistance and "had to make a very hard choice of actually choosing who to prioritise and who not to".

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IndiaAI, WHO announce global call for abstracts on scalable AI solutions in healthcare

"Shortlisted entries will be invited to contribute a chapter to the Casebook on AI Health Use Cases Across the Global South, which is set to be launched at the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi in February," according to a release by the Ministry of Electronics & IT.

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Over 9.19 crore hospital admissions facilitated under Ayushman Bharat since 2018

According to the National Health Authority's (NHA) annual report 2024-25, over 40.45 crore Ayushman cards were issued till March 31, covering 14.69 crore families and eighty-two per cent of beneficiaries are from rural areas, with 94 per cent having Aadhaar-verified cards, ensuring authenticity and inclusivity, the report stated.

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India showcases evidence-based initiatives in traditional medicine at 16th WHO-IRCH meeting

The 16th annual meeting of the World Health Organization-International Regulatory Cooperation for Herbal Medicines (WHO-IRCH) aims to strengthen international cooperation and harmonisation in the regulation of herbal medicines, an Ayush ministry statement said.

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Covid or mystery disease? Malaysia shuts schools after nearly 6,000 students infected. Here’s what’s happening

The strain is believed to account for 8.2% of recent cases, and the World Health Organization (WHO) has classified it as a “variant under monitoring” due to its high transmissibility and immune evasion capabilities.

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Amoebic meningoencephalitis: 23 deaths reported in Kerala, says state health minister

The state health minister detailed that globally, the fatality rate for Naegleria fowleri infection is 98 per cent, and for Acanthamoeba-related cases, it is above 70 per cent.

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"Mental health a fundamental part of overall well-being": PM Modi on World Mental Health Day

Sharing an X post, PM Modi said, "World Mental Health Day serves as a powerful reminder that mental health is a fundamental part of our overall well-being. In a fast-paced world, this day underscores the importance of reflecting and extending compassion to others."

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Karnataka govt ask officials to keep vigil over cough syrups after child deaths in MP, Rajasthan

Amid concerns over the quality of cough syrups, the Union Health Ministry on Sunday underlined the need for all drug manufacturers to comply with the Revised Schedule M and warned that strict action would be taken against violators.

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Centre asks states to ramp up surveillance as 14 children die on consuming adulterated cough syrup

Chairing a high-level meeting, the Union Health Secretary, has asked states to ensure enhanced surveillance, reporting under the Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) and undertake joint action in the context of outbreak response and unusual health events.

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Cough syrup not faulty, pharma firm's 19 drugs banned as precaution: Rajasthan health minister

"We got the medicine checked twice. First our drug controller tested it and then the RMSCL (Rajasthan Medical Services Corporation Limited) tested it. Both test reports did not find it faulty," the minister claimed at a press conference at the Circuit House in Jodhpur.

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Uttarakhand launches statewide crackdown on banned cough syrups following CM Dhami's orders

Under the instructions of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Health Minister Dr Dhan Singh Rawat, joint teams from the Health Department and the FDA are conducting intensive raids on medical shops, wholesalers, and hospital pharmacies in all districts.

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Regulator finds toxic contaminant in cough syrup linked with deaths in MP

While the Union Health Ministry had earlier stated in a press note that samples of the syrup tested by CDSCO and the MP state drug regulator were “found to be free of DEG/EG” contaminants, samples tested by the Tamil Nadu FDA were found to contain DEG “beyond the permissible limit.”

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Global study projects 51 lakh in India could be at risk of chikungunya every year in long-term

The study, led by researchers at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, suggests chronic health impacts will be the biggest concern, with existing evidence suggesting around 50 per cent of the affected possibly grappling with a long-term disability.

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Health experts double down on minimal meat-eating call

A healthy diet is "predominantly plant-based, with moderate inclusion of animal-sourced foods and minimal consumption of added sugars, saturated fats and salt", according to the authors of a report published in medical journal The Lancet.

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Sikar doc, pharmacist suspended; new guidelines for syrup issued

The department's director of public health, Dr Ravi Prakash Sharma, said action has been taken to suspend Dr Palak and pharmacist Pappu Soni for prescribing the syrup to a child at Hathideh PHC in Ajitgarh block of Sikar.

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