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Rise of Ayush increasingly making India a health tourism hub
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Rise of Ayush increasingly making India a health tourism hub

New Delhi, Jan 28: With the rise of the AYUSH system (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) India has emerged as a premier destination for medical tourism over the years. The Ministry of Ayush has been instrumental in promoting traditional medicines. As a result in 2024,...
Thrilled to see bonds grow between India, US: Satya Nadella
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Thrilled to see bonds grow between India, US: Satya Nadella

New Delhi, Jan 27: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on Monday said that he is thrilled to see bonds grow between India and the US. Speaking at the 76th Republic Day celebration in Seattle, US, Nadella said the bond is strong because of shared democratic values by both countries. The event was organised...
India accounts for 53pc of global leprosy cases, need legal reforms: Experts
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India accounts for 53pc of global leprosy cases, need legal reforms: Experts

New Delhi, Jan 27: India accounts for 53 per cent of the global leprosy cases, said experts here urging the need for legal reforms to help individuals affected by the disease. Leprosy Hansen’s disease is an infectious disease caused by mycobacterium lapre that causes severe, disfiguring skin sores...
Asia-pacific healthcare market to hit $5 trillion by 2030, Indian CDMOs to shine globally: Report
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Asia-pacific healthcare market to hit $5 trillion by 2030, Indian CDMOs to shine...

New Delhi, Jan 27: The Asia-Pacific healthcare market is on track to hit $5 trillion by 2030, driving 40 per cent of global sector growth, according to a report on Monday. The report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) noted that the unprecedented expansion is fuelled by rapid demographic shifts,...
Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Goa lead NITI Aayog’s Fiscal Health Index 2025
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Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Goa lead NITI Aayog’s Fiscal Health Index 2025

New Delhi, Jan 25: Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Goa have taken the lead in NITI Aayog’s Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2025. The FHI 2025, launched by the Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, Dr. Arvind Panagariya in New Delhi, provides a comprehensive assessment of the fiscal health of 18 major...
Gavi says malaria case numbers fall in 17 African countries amid vaccine rollout
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Gavi says malaria case numbers fall in 17 African countries amid vaccine rollout

Nairobi, Jan 25: The delivery of 12 million malaria vaccine doses in 17 African countries since 2023 has contributed to a significant drop in case load and fatalities among high-risk demographics including children, according to the Gavi vaccine alliance. About five million children in the 17...
South Korea calls for strict management of medical system over holiday
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South Korea calls for strict management of medical system over holiday

Seoul, Jan 24: South Korea’s acting President Choi Sang-mok on Friday urged officials to focus their efforts on maintaining the country's emergency medical system during the upcoming holiday amid a prolonged conflict between the government and the medical community. "The government and local...
Lose weight, cut chronic disease risk with new
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Lose weight, cut chronic disease risk with new 'non-industrialised' style diet

New Delhi, Jan 24: A novel diet that mimics traditional eating habits created by using non-industrialised style food can be key to reducing the risk of several chronic diseases, while also helping lose weight. Industrialised diets high in processed foods and low in fibre have contributed to a...
Over 12K PHCs converted to 24x7 services to give emergency care in rural areas: Centre
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Over 12K PHCs converted to 24x7 services to give emergency care in rural areas:...

New Delhi, Jan 23: In a bid to boost emergency health services, the Union Government has established 24x7 primary health centres (PHCs) and first referral units (FRUs) across the country.Under the National Health Mission (NHM), 12,348 PHCs have been converted to 24x7 services and 3,133 FRUs have...
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Celltrion's autoimmune disease treatment hits 5 major European countries

Seoul, Jan 23: South Korean drug major Celltrion's autoimmune disease treatment has been launched in five major European nations, the company said on Thursday. The treatment SteQeyma is an ustekinumab biosimilar treatment for multiple chronic inflammatory diseases. According to Celltrion, it was...
AI boom to help tackle industrial challenges, low births: South Korea
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AI boom to help tackle industrial challenges, low births: South Korea

Seoul, Jan 22: South Korea’s Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun on Wednesday said artificial intelligence (AI) presents the country with an opportunity to address lingering challenges, including low birth rates, noting the government will roll out a set of projects to foster the segment. Ahn remarked...
Kenya on high alert after Tanzania confirms Marburg outbreak
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Kenya on high alert after Tanzania confirms Marburg outbreak

Nairobi, Jan 22: Kenya is on high alert after neighbouring Tanzania confirmed an outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in the northwestern Kagera region, a health official said.While Kenya has no reported cases, the country remains at high risk due to significant cross-border movements from...
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