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Central Leprosy Division observes National Leprosy Day with IEC Outreach P
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
The Central Leprosy Division (CLD) under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, on the occasion of National Leprosy Day, organised a comprehensive Information, Education and Communication (IEC) outreach programme at Dilli Haat today.
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Uphold ethical medical practice: Union MoS Anupriya Patel tells graduating
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Prof. (Dr.) Mahesh Verma, Vice Chancellor of GGSIPU, and Dr Sunita Sharma, Director General of Health Services (DGHS), were also present.
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DGHS issues advisory against giving cough syrup to children under 2 years
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Cough syrups are also "generally not recommended" to children below 5 years of age, while the rest of the paediatric population should have "careful clinical evaluation with close supervision and strict adherence to appropriate dosing", also ensuring shortest effective duration and avoidi
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Bangladesh reports surge in dengue cases, records nine deaths in past 24 h
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Bangladesh is facing a significant surge in dengue cases, with the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) reporting nine new deaths and 740 hospitalisations in the past 24 hours, marking the highest daily figures of the year
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Matter regarding physiotherapists not being entitled to use the prefix "Dr
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The matter regarding physiotherapists' not entitled to use the prefix "Dr" is under further examination on the directive issued by DGHS and it is reserved only for registered medical practitioners, official sources said on Wednesday.
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The Country's Largest Cleft-focused NGO, Smile Train India, Presents "Ever
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 26: The world's largest cleft-focused NGO, Smile Train, launched "Every Smile Belongs" - a powerful photo exhibition and immersive tribute to inclusion, dignity, and hope with Kiran Nader Museum of Art as its venue partner. Captured by internationally acclaimed photog
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Union Health Ministry reviews current situation of COVID-19 and public hea
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
In view of the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in India, a series of technical review meetings were held on June 2 and 3 under the chairpersonship of Dr Sunita Sharma, Director General of Health Services (DGHS), with various representatives.
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Director General Health Service writes to IPL chairperson for regulation o
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) Atul Goel has written to IPL Chairperson Arun Singh Dhumal regarding the regulation of Tobacco and Alcohol advertisements including surrogate advertising and sales during the IPL season starting from 22nd March.
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Union Health Ministry convenes Joint Monitoring Group Meeting in view of r
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
In view of reports about rising cases of respiratory illnesses in China in the past few weeks, a Joint Monitoring Group (JMG) meeting was held under the Chairmanship of DGHS, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, here on Saturday, Govt of India said in a press release.
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Director General Health Services writes to states, UTs amidst worsening ai
Updated : 1 year, 4 months ago IST
Director of General Health Services (DGHS), Dr Atul Goel, on Friday wrote to all states and union territories regarding the rising air pollution, urging the state health departments and healthcare facilities to enhance their preparedness.
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Counselling process for NEET-UG, PG courses 2024 delayed, may begin later
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has not yet notified the counselling schedule of NEET UG and PG courses for the year 2024, a press release by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare informed.
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Delhi: Union Health Ministry holds review meeting with states on heatwave
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Union Health Ministry, under the chairmanship of Directorate General of Health Services Dr Atul Goel, conducted a virtual meeting with States/UTs to assess the preparedness for heatwave conditions and fire and electrical safety measures adopted by various healthcare facilities across the
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