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Policybazaar launches concierge service for senior citizens

Advisors trained to address senior citizens' insurance needs with clear, simplified communication, a helpline staffed by executives to assist with queries and claims, on-ground support for claims including hospital coordination, documentation, and ambulance arrangements are the indicated features of the program.

India Logs 864 New COVID Cases; Active Tally Crosses 4,000, Centre Steps Up Vigil

India has recorded 864 new COVID-19 cases, taking the active tally to 4,302. Most cases are mild, the Union Health Ministry has stepped up surveillance, testing, and hospital preparedness amid rising concerns.

Tata Memorial Centre, Wipro GE HealthCare sign MoU to Establish Cancer Research & Innovation Centre

The collaboration aims to advance clinical research and academic engagement through a Joint Working Group that will outline key project areas and a five-year roadmap.

HCG Manavata Cancer Centre performs first PIPAC procedure for advanced abdominal cancer

PIPAC offers multiple benefits, including targeted drug delivery, enhanced therapeutic efficacy, faster recovery times, and the flexibility to combine with systemic chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or radiation therapy.

360 ONE Asset invests ₹170.6 Cr in Paras Healthcare

This investment is also the latest from 360 ONE Asset’s market-leading Pre-IPO strategy.

Sir H.N. Reliance Foundation Hospital appoints neurointervention expert Dr. Vipul Gupta as Director

According to the hospital, the appointment aims to strengthen its neurovascular capabilities and expand access to advanced diagnostic and therapeutic interventions such as DSA with 3D imaging, Angio-CT, and embolization for chronic subdural hematomas.

Apollo Cancer Centres Launches Oral Cancer Screening Program

As part of the initiative, ACC has partnered with the Isha Foundation to offer guided meditation through the Miracle of Mind app as a voluntary wellness support for those attempting to quit tobacco.

KKH launches public clinic for flat head syndrome treatment

The hospital also claims it to be the first public hospital in Singapore to offer 3D-printed helmets as part of its treatment options.

Wolters Kluwer Launches Nursing Advisory Board to Guide Practice and Education in India

he newly launched Lippincott Nursing Advisory Board by Wolters Kluwer aims to foster knowledge-sharing and evidence-based dialogue to shape nursing practice and care standards across India.

Salmonella outbreak expands to 18 States, sickening 45 people

Salmonella Montevideo is a bacterial strain causing foodborne illness, often linked to contaminated poultry and produce, leading to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps.

P. D. Hinduja Hospital, King’s College London partner to provide training program for nurses

The Clinical Nursing Leadership course is delivered by faculty from the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care at King’s College London.

FSSAI Advises Against Use of "100%" on Food Labels and Ads

As per Sub-regulation 4(1), claims must be truthful, unambiguous, meaningful, not misleading, and help consumers comprehend the information provided.

Ujala Cygnus Partners with Karo Sambhav for E-Waste Management

Under the agreement, the service provider will embed circular economy principles across all 25 Ujala Cygnus hospitals by implementing a structured, compliant, and technology-enabled recycling system for biomedical equipment and IT-related waste.

Faridabad's Sarvodaya Hospital offers Terbium-161 PSMA Therapy for Prostate Cancer

The new therapy is part of a growing global shift toward personalised nuclear medicine, where targeted treatments deliver radiation directly to cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue.

India’s workforce witnessing early onset of chronic illnesses: Report

Despite having over 600 million Indians under the age of 35, who should ideally represent a major demographic advantage, the country is witnessing an alarming rise in health risks. Chronic illnesses are now striking employees as early as age 32, with the median age for heart disease consults being 32, cancer at 33, diabetes at 34, chronic kidney disease at 35, and strokes at 36. These figures indicate that lifestyle-related diseases are emerging nearly a decade earlier in India than in developed nations.

70% of Indians don’t meet daily fiber needs; women at greater risk: Survey

A new nationwide survey reveals that 70 per cent of Indians do not meet their daily fibre requirements, with women at a greater risk. Based on inputs from over 8 lakh users, the data exposes widespread dietary and lifestyle shortcomings that pose a serious threat to the country’s digestive health.

Dr. K. C. Mehta joins Marengo CIMS Hospital to advance orthopaedic innovation

Marengo CIMS Hospital, Ahmedabad, has onboarded knee surgeon Dr. K. C. Mehta to strengthen its orthopaedic program. Known for pioneering high-flex knee replacements and holding ten international patents, Dr. Mehta brings cutting-edge expertise that eliminates the need for postoperative physiotherapy.

Inside India’s Gut Health Craze: Miracle Detox or Dangerous Fad?

As India’s obsession with gut health hits an all-time high, colon hydrotherapy is being hailed as the next big wellness trend. Marketed as a miracle cleanse that boosts energy, immunity, and digestion, it’s gaining traction from millennials to retirees. But medical experts are sounding alarms—calling it a risky, unscientific practice that may do more harm than good. On World Digestive Health Day, ETHealthworld explores both sides of the debate: is colonic irrigation a legitimate wellness tool or just another detox myth with dangerous side effects?

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Tear-Based Biomarker Identified for early detection of keratoconus

The biomarker will also be featured in OcuTear, a rapid diagnostic panel Vgenomics is developing for ocular surface diseases.

Practo Launches Digital Healthcare Platform in the UAE

The company claims to offer 24x7 access to specialists in areas such as general practice, dentistry, dermatology, gynaecology, ENT, psychiatry, and physiotherapy.