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Acquisition of BSV to aid future growth of Mankind Pharma: V-C Juneja

The acquisition of Bharat Serums and Vaccines would add a lot of value, aiding future growth of Mankind Pharma, according to Vice Chairman and Managing Director Rajeev Juneja. On July 25, Mankind had announced that it will fully acquire Bharat Serums and Vaccines (BSV) from Advent International for an enterprise value of around Rs 13,630 crore. "One thing should be very clear, this acquisition is not to really add some kind of revenue, but to add a lot of value, future growth, entry barrier, super specialty business in Mankind," Juneja said in an analyst call. Whatever the company is paying for BSV, it is very relevant as the company has "so much of value" with well established business, he said. The acquisition is in line with the company's strategy of buying high entry barrier businesses, he stated. The buyout will solidify Mankind's position with complementary drug portfolio and extensive reach to target rapidly growing highly under-penetrated markets, especially in fertility,

Mankind Pharma and EQT compete to acquire BSV Group for Rs 14,000 crore

Advent International, the private equity firm currently owning BSV, appointed JP Morgan and Jefferies to facilitate the sale of the biopharma firm

Health insurance guide for women in their 30s: Best plans & benefits

What kind of health insurance coverage should you choose? What should you look for when buying it in your 30s? Business Standard spoke to experts to help you determine what suits your needs best

Budget 2024: Boost for women through subsidies, health initiatives expected

During her Interim Budget 2024 speech this February, the Finance Minister had highlighted significant achievements and ongoing efforts for women empowerment

Phase 6 of Lok Sabha polls: Health insurance a key goal for constituencies

Lalganj (SC) in Uttar Pradesh had the lowest proportion of women with health insurance at 1.8 per cent, based on the analysis of the National Family Health Survey 2019-21 (NFHS-5) by the study

World Ovarian Cancer Day 2024: History, importance, theme, and more

World Ovarian Cancer Day is observed every year on May 8. It aims at raising voice in solidarity with the battle against ovarian cancer, one of the most deadly cancers prevalent among women

Women-specific health insurance policy is not worth your money: Here's why

Health insurance policies: Adding a separate maternity cover can significantly raise your annual premiums throughout the policy's duration

Return to office affects women's social wellness: ICICI Lombard study

An enhanced utilisation of digital platforms for wellness is a trend that has been catalysed by the push received during the lockdown and is now becoming a mainstay in the pursuit of well-being

Rural uptake of sanitary pads rises to 45%: Health minister Mandaviya

Over 35 crore Jan Aushadhi Suvidha Sanitary Pads have been sold through the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana centres across the country in the last three years with the rural uptake increasing from 11-12 per cent to 45 per cent, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said on Thursday. Overall, the uptake of sanitary pads has climbed to 55 per cent, Mandaviya said. Briefing the media on achievements of the government on the front of development of women and children in the last nine years, he asserted there has been a radical change in the role and status of women in the country under the Modi government. He said the prime minister has worked on seven pillars of women security, women empowerment, prosperity of women, equal participation for women, respect to women, providing facilities to women and women health to ensure that the women of New India are truly empowered. Listing the initiatives taken for the welfare of women, he said it was the Modi government which ...

Doctors advise increased monitoring, awareness amid alert on mefenamic acid

Several medicines in market have mefenamic acid as an active ingredient

40 mn women face prolong health issues after childbirth every year: Lancet

Every year, at least 40 million women are likely to experience a long-term health problem caused by childbirth, new study published in The Lancet Global Health journal has found. Researchers found that the symptom of experiencing pain during sexual intercourse, or dyspareunia, affected more than a third of such postpartum women (35 per cent), while 32 per cent of these women experienced low back pain. Other symptoms affecting postnatal women included involuntary urination (8-31 per cent), anxiety (9-24 per cent), depression (11-17 per cent) and perineal pain (11 per cent), which refers to pain in the general region between the anus and the genital organs, the international team of researchers including those from the World Health Organization (WHO) said in their study. Their study showed that a high burden of postnatal conditions persisted in the months or even years after giving birth. However, many of these occur beyond the point where women typically have access to postnatal ...

How lack of support and biases create a glass ceiling in health care

The fact that women are not reaching leadership positions means they are not able to influence decision-making on public health, Lancet article shows

51% women in India have ongoing health issues, reveals GOQii survey

Endometriosis a new health issue, affecting one in every 10 women of reproductive age: GOQii survey

Wipro Consumer Care invests unknown sum in women's health startup Gynoveda

Founded in 2019 by a husband-wife duo and a gynaecologist, Gynoveda attempts to help women aged 14-45-years cure disorders such as infertility, PCOS, and irregular menstrual cycles

From Daughter to Mother: Prioritising Women's Health on International Women's Day

To mark International Women's Day, Business Standard consulted Dr Asha Dalal, director, obstetrics & gynaecology at Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital about the crucial screening tests that women should undergo during various biological stages of their lives. Watch the video to know more

Krsnaa Diagnostics enters B2C segment with chain of 600 diagnostic centres

Mainly a PPP and B2B player, the Pune-based chain offers disruptive pricing

Tata Consumer enters health supplements biz with 'GoFit' range for women

Tata GoFit is available in two pack sizes of 500 grams and one kg, with 18 grams of protein per serving of 25 grams in two flavours--rich chocolate and cafe mocha

Pre-menstrual stress, anxiety now a public health issue globally: Study

More than 64 per cent of women now experience premenstrual mood swings and anxiety, representing a "key public health issue globally," according to a new study

Spain debates if menstrual leave policy will help or hurt women at work

A leaked draft of new legislation proposed giving workers experiencing period pain three days of optional leave a month, with two additional days permitted in exceptional cases

Canadian govt invests $2.8 mn to strengthen access to abortion services

Action Canada will expand its Access Line and Sexual Health Information Hub programs, which offer accurate and affirming sexual and reproductive health information and referrals