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Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT) Launches 'Healthi
Updated : 6 months, 2 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], August 28: India is facing a rapidly escalating burden of cardio-metabolic diseases (CMDs), including diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders. These conditions account for a significant share of mortality and pose immense social and economic challenges to the
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SC stray dog order 'decision taken in anger, not viable': Kolkata NGO dire
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Mukherjee argued that housing large numbers of dogs together would risk cross-infection and high mortality, while the logistics and costs involved would be prohibitive.
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Active lifestyle at any point in adulthood may extend lifespan: Study
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
A sweeping analysis of 85 studies confirms that those who stay active consistently reduce their mortality risk by 30-40%, while even those who become active later in life enjoy a 20-25% reduction. The study has been published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
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Gujarat achieves 34% decline in new TB cases, 37% reduction in mortality;
Updated : 8 months ago IST
Gujarat has made significant strides in combating tuberculosis (TB), achieving a 34% decline in new cases and a 37% reduction in mortality rates compared to 2015. This remarkable progress has earned the state the top spot in the "Most Improved State" category.
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14 million lives at risk as US slashes global health aid over next 5 years
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The study highlights that USAID programs have been vital in preventing more than 25 million deaths from AIDS and polio, around 11 million deaths from diarrheal diseases, 8 million deaths from malaria, and nearly 5 million deaths from tuberculosis. The reduction in funding threatens to undo t
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Assam: CM Sarma hails decline in Maternal Mortality Rate, says every decli
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shared a post on his official 'X' handle to inform about the development. CM Himanta said that the "transformation" reflects the state government's "unwavering commitment" to maternal and child health.
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PM Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan marks 9 years, Maternal Mortality Ratio decl
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
India's Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) has declined by 50 points in the nine years of Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA). During that time, 6.19 crore women have been examined under the scheme.
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A Vision from the Frontlines of Shekar Hospital reimagines Universal Insur
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], May 31: India's healthcare system stands at a critical juncture, strained by a maternal mortality rate of 97 per 100,000 live births and an infant mortality rate of 28 per 1,000 live births, according to recent data. Millions lack access to quality care, especially in rura
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India reports significant progress in maternal and child health
Updated : 10 months, 1 week ago IST
India has reported significant progress in reducing maternal and child mortality rates, with substantial improvements in key health indicators, outpacing global averages, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Health.
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Consumption of ultraprocessed foods linked to rising premature deaths: Stu
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
A study analyzing data from nationally representative dietary surveys and mortality data from eight countries (Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, United Kingdom, and United States) shows that premature deaths attributable to consumption of ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) increas
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Abu Dhabi launches USD 600 million 'Beginnings Fund' to curb maternal, new
Updated : 10 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity and its partners unveiled a significant philanthropic initiative on Tuesday aimed at improving maternal and newborn mortality rates in Africa, as reported by Gulf News.
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Meghalaya CM Sangma inaugurates 2-day workshop on emerging technologies in
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In his keynote address, the Chief Minister emphasised technology's transformative role in governance, citing the success of the state's digital initiatives like e-Proposal and mobile file clearance systems. He highlighted how digital tools have halved maternal mortality rates and shared plan
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