Unsure insurance: When health cover promises peace but delivers paperwork and panic

Health insurance policyholders in India are facing a surge in claim rejections and disputes, leading to a crisis of trust. Despite paying premiums, many find their claims denied on technicalities, forcing them into lengthy battles with insurers. Regulatory interventions are underway to improve transparency and speed up resolutions.

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Centre plans new health and security cess to keep tobacco taxes high as GST compensation levy ends

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman will on Monday move a new bill---the Health Security National Security Cess Bill, 2025 along with an amendment to the Central Excise Act to impose a new levy on these products in lieu of compensation cess so that the overall tax incidence on these products does not come down.

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Uranium found in Delhi groundwater, new report raises health and safety alert

Delhi's groundwater shows a concerning rise in uranium contamination, now ranking third nationally. The latest CGWB report reveals 13-15% of Delhi's samples exceed safe limits, raising public health alarms. Environmental groups are demanding more data and clarity on treatment protocols for this escalating issue.

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Overlooked infertility care should be part of national health services, says WHO

The guideline includes 40 recommendations for countries with the aim of making fertility care safer, fairer and more affordable for all, WHO said, focusing on male, female and unexplained infertility.

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NutriWell Conclave 2025 to Unite Global Experts in Shaping India’s Nutrition Future

The NutriWell Conclave 2025 is set to bring together a powerful cross-section of global health leaders, policymakers, clinicians, nutrition scientists, and industry innovators in New Delhi for a full-scale dialogue on India’s evolving nutrition landscape. With discussions spanning evidence-based care, regulatory reform, and grassroots nutrition realities, the conclave aims to chart a collaborative roadmap for a healthier, better-nourished India.

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CDC Quietly Appoints Doctor Critical of Vaccines as Second in Command

The Department of Health and Human Services did not announce the appointment, and many CDC employees seemed unaware of it. But the CDC's internal database lists Abraham as the agency's principal deputy director, with a start date of Nov. 23.

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One in Four Indians Now Obese, Report Warns of $29 Bn Annual Economic Loss

India confronts a significant health and economic challenge as obesity rates climb. A new report highlights the urgent need for intervention. The country can lead in preventive health by utilising its digital systems and expanding primary care. Key actions include regulating unhealthy foods, scaling digital health screenings, and incentivizing healthy habits. Affordable anti-obesity drugs are also on the horizon.

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CSIR, ICMR hold high-level meeting to chart joint health research roadmap

CSIR and ICMR held a high-level meeting to bolster joint health research, reviewing ongoing collaborations and discussing the expansion of wastewater surveillance under the One Health Mission. The organisations emphasized converging scientific strengths with public health mandates for impactful national outcomes, including co-developing technologies like a medical emergency drone service.

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Technology essential to achieve universal health coverage in India: NHA official

Technology is crucial for achieving universal health coverage in India, according to Vikram Pagaria, ABDM Director. Speaking at a regional summit, he emphasised digital health as an investment to overcome challenges like doctor shortages and reach rural areas. Experts also highlighted the need for interoperability, country-specific blueprints, and sustainable financing models for digital health transformation.

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Noise barriers on flyovers reduce health risks: CSIR study

At a conference on recent advances in traffic noise modelling and mitigation for urban areas organised by CSIR-CRRI (Central Road Research Institute) on Friday, researchers discussed solutions to the city's growing noise pollution and showcased the barriers it has been developing to shield residents living near the city's flyovers.

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Over 80 pc of Indians with disabilities lack health insurance: NGO white paper

The report, titled "Inclusive Health Coverage for All: Disability, Discrimination and Health Insurance in India", was launched by the National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP) at a roundtable attended by policymakers, insurers, and disability rights advocates.

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Need to build new generation of One Health specialists, says Dr Paul

Speaking at the National One Health Mission Assembly 2025, Dr Paul stressed to build a new generation of One Health specialists through joint training programmes and by integrating One Health thinking into educational and research institutions.

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Thyrocare launches GLP-1 health check to support safe use of weight-loss, diabetes drugs

Thyrocare said the panels are intended to help patients and clinicians track metabolic, nutritional, liver, kidney and thyroid parameters before starting GLP-1 therapy and throughout treatment.

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US and European aid cuts could result in 22.6 million deaths worldwide, study finds

The warning comes as the United States, Britain, Germany and France have each reduced development aid for the first time in nearly three decades and are planning further cuts in 2025. The ISGlobal study said continued cuts could reverse decades of progress in global health and poverty reduction.

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AIIMS-Delhi designated as WHO network site for pandemic preparedness

The World Health Organisation (WHO), during the Covid crisis, had started the global network of Unity Study sites which conducts investigations and studies rapidly in the event of a pandemic, or epidemic of an emerging or re-emerging pathogen.

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Delhi continues to breathe toxic air as AQI remains hazardous on Sunday

Delhi is battling severe air pollution, with AQI readings in the hazardous category. Low ventilation and weak winds are trapping toxic haze, impacting residents' health. Experts warn of serious risks for everyone, urging precautions. Authorities are implementing response plans, but citizens await relief from the smog.

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Only one in three adults with diabetes receive treatment in SE Asia: WHO

This year, World Diabetes Day is being marked with the theme 'Diabetes across life stages,' recognising that every person living with diabetes should have access to integrated care and supportive environments and policies that promote health, dignity and self-management.

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Urban lifestyles trigger alarming surge in teen diabetes across India

Doctors are warning of a sharp rise in Type 2 diabetes among Indian teenagers, driven by fast food, sugary drinks, and sedentary urban lifestyles. Once considered an adult disease, diabetes is now emerging as a silent epidemic among the youth, with experts calling for urgent awareness, early screening, and lifestyle interventions to prevent a generational health crisis.

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Government to launch Rs 383 crore national mission to fight zoonotic diseases

Cleared by the Prime Minister's Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC), the mission will be implemented by Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). It recognises that zoonotic and vector-borne diseases are not just public health threats but also challenges to food security, environment and economic resilience.

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Study finds pregnancy hypertension raises women's cardiovascular risk

The study found that women who experienced HDP during pregnancy were significantly more likely to develop serious cardiovascular-related issues compared to those without HDP. These findings underscore the growing body of evidence over the past two decades linking pregnancy-related hypertension to long-term maternal health risks.

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US seeks pathogen data in exchange for foreign health aid, document shows

The U.S. wants countries to share pathogen samples and genomic sequencing data within five days of an outbreak, according to the document from the U.S. State Department, but it does not guarantee that any drugs or vaccines developed as a result of that exchange would go to the countries affected.

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Global study estimates India had second highest chronic kidney disease cases in 2023

The condition was the ninth-leading cause of death and claimed nearly 15 lakh lives globally the same year, researchers led by those at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington and other institutes in the US and UK found.

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Having neurodevelopmental condition could be linked with early death, study suggests

The higher risk of deaths due to medical causes points to challenges faced in managing health problems that can occur simultaneously in the affected individuals -- such as respiratory, neurological, and gastrointestinal conditions, said co-author Dr Colette Muir, developmental paediatrician at Starship Child Health in Auckland.

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PIL in SC seeking judicial intervention to address rising air pollution levels

The plea said the current air pollution crisis has reached proportions of a "public health emergency", violating citizens' fundamental right to life and health under Article 21 of the Constitution.

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Urgent action needed to respond to global health financing emergency: WHO

"The world is now facing a global health financing emergency that demands urgent, coordinated action," WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told a meeting of African Union member states in Geneva.

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India must spend more on healthcare, says Soumya Swaminathan

Dr Swaminathan, who is also the former chief scientist at the World Health Organization, outlined the key global health challenges — from climate change and antimicrobial resistance to air pollution and misinformation — and discussed how science, innovation and technology can offer transformative solutions.

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'Record-breaking milestone': India sets 3 Guinness World Records; JP Nadda shares details of health campaign

India's "Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan" campaign has achieved a global recognition, securing three Guinness World Records. The initiative, focused on women-led health empowerment and nutrition, saw millions register for healthcare platforms and screenings. Union Health Minister JP Nadda hailed the milestone as progress towards a healthier and empowered India.

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Ex AIIMS director Guleria warns against toxic Delhi air, says it can cause heart and lung disease: What to do

Delhi’s worsening air quality has reached a stage where it’s no longer just a threat to those with asthma or chronic lung problems. Former AIIMS Director Dr Randeep Guleria has warned that even healthy individuals are now showing symptoms like chest tightness, sore throat, and breathing discomfort. Here’s how the toxic air is impacting everyone, and what steps can help protect health during this pollution surge.

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