Healthcare

India becomes affiliate member of global medical device regulator IMDRF

India has become an affiliate member of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum, which will open doors to invaluable opportunities for reliance and collaboration with regulatory authorities worldwide, the Union health ministry said on Thursday. The IMDRF, which was established in 2011, is a group of global medical device regulators whose aim is to speed up the adoption of international medical device regulatory harmonisation and convergence. Its members include national regulatory authorities of the US, Australia, Canada, the European Union, Japan, the UK, Brazil, Russia, China, South Korea, Singapore and the World Health Organisation (WHO). "To achieve global alignment in its medical device regulatory system, enhance the competitiveness of the domestic industry and boost transnational prominence, the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, applied for Affiliate Membership in the International Medical Device ...

Karnataka tops in verified health facility registry; TN, Odisha at bottom

Low saturation rates delaying HFR process: Officials

Royal Philips' 1st female top executive in 133-yr history begins her tenure

Charlotte Hanneman, 45, is taking over as the CFO of the Dutch maker of medical equipment, succeeding Abhijit Bhattacharya

Fake medicines pose health risks, economic costs; India fails to act

This attitude will need to change if India is serious about escaping the middle-income trap and joining the ranks of high-income nations - even three or four decades from now

MP govt to soon recruit 30K health workers to boost medical services

The Madhya Pradesh government will soon recruit 30,000 health workers, including 3,000 doctors, to strengthen medical services in the state, Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla has said. Once a sufficient number of doctors and paramedical staff are available, the arrangements in the district hospitals as well as community and primary health centres will improve, Shukla said on Sunday. The deputy CM, who holds charge of the state health department, was talking to reporters in Rewa. He said 30,000 health workers, including 3,000 doctors, will be recruited in the state health department soon. Shukla also said that Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is organising the Regional Industry Conclave in Rewa on October 23. This will lead to huge investment for industrial development not only in Rewa but in the entire Vindhya region, he said. The Rewa airport will also be inaugurated soon and efforts are being made to have direct flight services from Rewa to Bhopal, Indore and Hyderabad, Shukla sa

Results from Biocon Biologics supports interchangeability of psoriasis cure

Two Phase 3 studies have demonstrated that patients can safely switch between adalimumab, a well-known biologic therapy, and its biosimilar, adalimumab-fkjp

Govt introduces risk-based model for testing imported medical devices, kits

The risk-based approach allows authorities to assess products by public health impact, with stricter measures for high-risk items like vaccines, diagnostic kits, and critical medical supplies

US healthcare system ranks last among wealthy nations, says report

The US healthcare system ranks last among 10 wealthy nations, with high costs, poor access, and inequities, despite Americans paying nearly double compared to other countries

33% of sepsis deaths in India linked to antibiotic resistance crisis

A study by The Lancet revealed that over 39 million people worldwide could lose their lives to antibiotic-resistant infections in the next 25 years

Climate crisis may push 40 mn more children into severe hunger: Report

The annual report of Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation projects that climate change could result in an additional 28 million children suffering from wasting by 2050

21-day quarantine, tests: Bengaluru airport sets up Mpox testing stations

Mpox crisis: Travellers who test positive will be required to undergo a 21-day mandatory quarantine, similar to the protocols implemented during the Covid-19 pandemic

Unique 600kg-floral Onam tribute honours UAE's spirit of generosity

In a heartfelt tribute to the UAE's values and the spirit of the harvest festival of Onam, healthcare workers at a hospital in Abu Dhabi have created a special pookkalam, a traditional Malayali floral carpet, with 600 kg of flowers flown in from India. This year's floral display at Abu Dhabi's Burjeel Medical City (BMC) symbolised the UAE's focus on tolerance, generosity, peace, sustainability and innovation, while also embracing the spirit of Onam, a festival known for its message of togetherness. The giant pookkalam, made with 600 kg of fresh flowers flown in from India, was arranged by over 100 healthcare workers in the atrium of BMC, the flagship hospital of Burjeel Holdings. Onam is more than just a festival for us; it is a time to reflect on the values of togetherness and community. This year, we wanted our floral carpet to not only symbolise Onam but also reflect the values that the UAE stands for," said Dr Sanjay Kumar, Chief Human Resources Officer of Burjeel Holdings. "It

Indian companies shift focus towards preventive care, wellness programmes

Companies are now rapidly shifting towards outpatient department (OPD) benefits, and emphasizing on preventive screenings, annual checkups, and mental health support

Health cover for all above 70 to bring relief to millions: Industry players

The government's move to provide health coverage to all persons aged 70 years and above will bring much-needed relief to millions of families and is a significant milestone in providing essential healthcare services to the elderly, industry players said on Thursday. The Union Cabinet had on Wednesday approved health coverage to all persons aged 70 years and above under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) irrespective of their income, benefiting around six crore senior citizens. The Rs 5 lakh free health insurance cover would benefit senior citizens of around 4.5 crore families. Reacting to the announcement, Healthcare industry body NATHEALTH President Abhay Soi said, "We believe this initiative will bring much-needed relief to millions of families and strengthen India's position as a leader in inclusive healthcare". The benefit package needs to be tailored to the population segment so that it encompasses the entire continuum of care, he said, adding th

Committed to affordable, top quality healthcare for every Indian: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said his government is committed to ensuring accessible, affordable and top quality healthcare for every Indian. His assertion came after the Union Cabinet approved health coverage to all persons aged 70 years and above under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana irrespective of their income, benefiting around six crore senior citizens. The Rs 5-lakh free health insurance cover would benefit senior citizens of around 4.5 crore families. Eligible beneficiaries would be issued a new distinct card under the scheme, the government said. "We are committed to ensuring accessible, affordable and top quality healthcare for every Indian. In this context, the Cabinet today has decided to further expand the ambit of Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY to provide health coverage for all citizens above 70 years," Modi said in a post on X. This scheme will ensure dignity, care and security to 6 crore citizens, he added. Modi also said the PM E-DRIVE .

Investors betting on India, Korea to fill gaps from US Biosecure Act

The Biosecure Act would restrict federally funded medical providers from contracting with a select group of Chinese biotech companies

Need to integrate HMIS portal with other portals of ministry: Health secy

There is a need to integrate the Health Management Information System (HMIS) portal with the Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) portal and other portals of the health ministry to ensure that the data is uploaded timely and analysed carefully, Union Health Secretary Apurva Chandra said On Monday. Chandra made the remarks as he released "Health Dynamics of India (Infrastructure and Human Resources) 2022-23", an annual publication formerly known as "Rural Health Statistics", here. The document has been published since 1992. Highlighting the document as a source of reliable and authentic information on various aspects of the National Health Mission (NHM), Chandra said, "The annual publication is a valuable document furnishing much-needed information on manpower and infrastructure within the NHM, helpful in policy making, improving processes and problem solving." He added that the document gives a cross-analysis across the states on the availability and deficiencies in manpower and ...

Suspected mpox case under probe, no cause for alarm: Health ministry

A man who recently travelled from a country experiencing mpox transmission has been identified as a suspected case of the disease, the Union health ministry said on Sunday. The patient has been isolated at a designated hospital and is currently stable, it said, adding that there is no cause for concern. Samples have been collected from the man and are being tested to confirm the presence of mpox. "The case is being managed in line with established protocols, and contact tracing is ongoing to identify potential sources and assess the impact within the country," the ministry said. The development of this case is consistent with the earlier risk assessment conducted by the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and there is no cause of any undue concern, it said. The country is fully prepared to deal with such isolated travel-related cases and has robust measures in place to manage and mitigate any potential risk, the ministry added.

Why 'lonely' Brazilian men are turning to plastic surgery for six-pack abs

In Brazil, more men are seeking six-pack abs through plastic surgery due to social media, isolation, and advanced techniques. Men now make up one-third of surgery patients, a report reveals

Uttar Pradesh generated majority tokens under NHA's digital OPD scheme

Scheme a mixed bag as TN, Kerala record less than 10,000 digital OPD tokens till now