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Recognizing Excellence: Chitkara University Bestows Honorary Doctorate on
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Chandigarh [India], May 24: In a momentous convocation ceremony held at its Punjab campus, Chitkara University conferred the prestigious title of Doctor of Literature (Honoris Causa) upon (Hony) Brig Dr. Arvind Lal, Padma Shri, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to healthcare in
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Ensure uninterrupted power, water supply: Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma t
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
As temperatures are soaring past the 45°C mark in some areas of Northwest India, impacting daily life and forcing people to stay indoors, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma instructed officials of the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) and Power Distribution Corporation
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Odomos is making India dengue free with sustained efforts throughout the y
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], May 18: Odomos, India's leading mosquito repellent brand, is committed to combating mosquito-borne diseases and is striving to make India dengue-free. With a steadfast dedication to educating and protecting communities from mosquitoes and dengue year-round, Odomos continue
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Kerala govt gives priority to 'One Health' initiative for improving public
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
The Kerala government considers 'One Health' a vital collaborative effort for enhancing public health, said State Health Minister Veena George.
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Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre and PwC issue white paper on health equity,
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre (ADPHC) and PwC have published a white paper titled Towards Health Equity: Bridging the Gap for Individuals with Autism through Public Policy and Technology during Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW), hosted by the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), t
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Fighting the Silent Killer: Micro Labs Rolls Out Nationwide Hypertension C
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], May 15: High blood pressure, a silent killer, threatens India's public health. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that one-third of deaths in India are attributable to non-communicable diseases, with cardiovascular diseases leading the way. Hypertension is the mos
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Illicit trade costs Pakistan over PKR 700 bn annually: Report
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Director General of Trace It, Geoffrey Hardy, unveiled the report's findings in collaboration with economic research firm Prime, shedding light on the profound impact of undocumented and illegal trade practices on Pakistan's economy.
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Tripura begins digitization of patient health records, healthcare faciliti
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
In a significant step to utilize the latest technology to improve the delivery of healthcare services, the National Health Mission Tripura has launched a drive to create digital health records of patients, healthcare professionals, and both private and public healthcare facilities operationa
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Need to address inequities in access to malaria prevention services: WHO R
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
"In recent years, global efforts to reduce malaria have stagnated, posing a significant threat to public health and exacerbating inequalities within communities. Everyone has the right to quality, timely, and affordable malaria services, yet this remains elusive for many, perpetuating a cycl
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Odisha: One dead and 124 hospitalised amid heatwave
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Speaking to ANI on Tuesday, the director of Odisha Public Health Department, Niranjan Mishra, said, "Till yesterday, the highest numbers (of patients coming down with heat-related illnesses) were reported from Sundergarh where 32 people were hospitalised, including 12 in Rourkela. A signific
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Blockchain technology to transform healthcare in India
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
In response to India's urgent healthcare challenges, IIT Bombay and Blockchain for Impact (BFI) have established a strategic partnership to catalyse transformative projects and revolutionize the public health landscape in the country.
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Afghanistan's hospitals suffer from bed shortage
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
On the World Health Day, the acting minister of public health lamented the current situation, stating that the existing healthcare system, with fewer beds, falls far short of meeting the nation's needs and aspirations.
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