Points To Consider When Buying A Health Plan
With life being full of uncertainties and the cost of healthcare rising, having the right healthcare plan is a must.
Jul 01, 2022, 21:33 PM IST
Dr. Bharat Agravat creates life-saving invention to prevent Oral Cancer
Oral Submucous Fibrosis is a disease that goes unnoticed.
Feb 18, 2022, 22:06 PM IST
Budget 2022: Increased budgetary allocation, thrust on Digital Health, and capacity building needed for the healthcare sector
To ease the burden on hospitals, the Union Budget should incentivise digital health models which enable out-of-hospital care, telemedicine, remote monitoring and home care.
Jan 30, 2022, 15:42 PM IST
Budget 2022 Expectations: Healthcare firms seek reduction in GST, import duties; ease in FDI rules
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present the Budget 2022 on February 1.
Jan 15, 2022, 16:25 PM IST
AMS Inform helps build trust in Healthcare settings via Medical License Verification
The emergence of a global pandemic has made the world realize the degree of importance of the healthcare sector in people’s lives
Dec 21, 2021, 10:16 AM IST
India Impact Summit: Socio Story's discussion forum on pressing themes like climate change, livelihood and healthcare
The major themes of discussion for the summit which will witness various panel discussions and fireside chat include; Digital divide, Livelihood, Climate change and Healthcare.
Dec 03, 2021, 16:58 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh is turning into medical hub, says Yogi Adityanath
In another effort to bring a transformation in the healthcare system of the state, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath handed over appointment letters to 310 specialist doctors selected from the Public Service Commission.
Nov 21, 2021, 23:22 PM IST
Good news for health care workers! Centre extends insurance scheme for 180 days
The Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package (PMGKP) assures Rs 50 lakh to the family of health workers employed in public healthcare institutions who died due to Covid-19.
Oct 20, 2021, 23:30 PM IST
Afghanistan crisis: Healthcare needs grow as humanitarian crisis worsens, says WHO
The WHO said that more than half of all children under age five are malnourished. The UN refugee agency, UNHCR also expressed concern over the prevailing humanitarian needs within Afghanistan.
Aug 22, 2021, 06:46 AM IST
On World Population Day, investing in health is key to boost demographic dividend: experts
Experts agree unanimously that coercive population control measures are not the solution and could instead lead to a potential increase in sex-selection practices. This is likely to have a negative impact on the Child Sex Ratio, affecting Central Government campaigns such as the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao programme.
Jul 11, 2021, 11:00 AM IST
PM Modi to launch customized crash course programme for COVID-19 front-line workers
The programme aims to skill and upskill over one lakh COVID warriors across the country.
Jun 16, 2021, 15:54 PM IST
Elderly adversely affected by COVID-19, only 19% have health insurance: IIT study
The study suggests that the elderly are bound to be adversely affected by COVID-19 norms such as physical distancing, isolation, which can lead to depression and other issues.
Jun 14, 2021, 17:59 PM IST
Colombia protests enter fourth week, demonstrators pledge to continue
The protest, originally called in late April against a now-canceled tax plan, has expanded to include demands like a basic income, an end to police violence and opportunities for young people.
May 20, 2021, 09:04 AM IST
World Bank approves USD 32 million project to boost health services in Mizoram
The project titled "Mizoram Health Systems Strengthening Project" will strengthen the governance and the management structure of the Mizoram Health department and its subsidiaries.
Apr 02, 2021, 14:43 PM IST
Bharat Biotech, others collaborate with CSIR-IICT to boost indigenous vaccines
As a part of the agreement, the industry collaborators shall provide necessary financial support to CSIR-IICT for developing key raw materials, and also perform studies for further development of potential vaccine candidates and bio-therapeutics formulations to be designed by them.
Mar 29, 2021, 19:04 PM IST
Digital tech adoption in healthcare among highest in India
While 74 per cent of respondents in India reported that digital technologies and data solutions have increased staff productivity, 75 per cent reported that digital solutions have been effective in delivering better outcomes for patients and service users.
Mar 18, 2021, 17:20 PM IST
Ziqitza Healthcare Limited received 2 million calls on 104 helpline related to medical queries in 2020
The Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd is offering unique services by operating helpline 104. This helpline provides all types of information and solutions. In all the cities across the state, you can get help related to health department through this helpline sitting at home.
Mar 01, 2021, 13:09 PM IST
COVID-19 vaccine doses administered to 98.5 lakh healthcare, frontline workers: Health Ministry
A total of 98,46,523 vaccine doses were given through 2,10,809 sessions, as per the provisional report till Thursday 6 PM. This includes 62,34,635 healthcare workers (HCWs) who have taken the first dose and 4,64,932 HCWs who have taken the second dose, along with 31,46,956 frontline workers (FLWs) who were administered the first dose.
Feb 18, 2021, 21:56 PM IST
Stray dog licks dead body in Uttar Pradesh hospital, video emerges; two employees suspended
A shocking video of stray dog tugging at a dead body at a district hospital in UP has come out. Two hospital employees are suspended after this incident.
Nov 27, 2020, 16:57 PM IST
No food, water or toilet breaks: This is how getting out of PPE kit after 8 hrs looks
As the country is battling the unprecedented outbreak of the novel coronavirus pandemic, the healthcare professionals emerge as the unsung heroes. The Telangana health department has released a picture of a healthcare professional taking off his PPE kit, that shows the bitter reality of the hardship these warriors have been facing.
Apr 26, 2020, 19:23 PM IST
