Tag: healthcare
New agents, old problems: rethinking stewardship in Gram-negative resistance
The specter of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) looms large globally, but its shadow is particularly pronounced in India. With alarmingly high rates of resistance, especially...
India’s Menopause Moment: Experts Break the Silence Around Women’s Health After 45
For generations, menopause in India has largely been a hushed topic, a silent transition navigated by women often in isolation. It’s a natural biological...
Utah measles outbreak: With over 350 cases, patients and doctors say it’s ‘worse than expected’.
A significant health situation has developed in Utah, as an ongoing measles outbreak has now registered over 350 cases. The scale of the outbreak...
Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections in Care
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are among the most common bacterial infections globally, affecting millions each year. In India, where healthcare access and awareness vary...
Polio Vaccine Policies Being Debated
India's journey to becoming a polio-free nation in 2014 stands as one of the most remarkable public health achievements of our time. It was...
Caution on preferred diabetes test: Doctors’ panel warns against relying on HbA1c for diagnosis
India stands at a critical juncture in its battle against diabetes, often dubbed the "diabetes capital of the world." With millions grappling with the...
Budget 2026: Sitharaman proposes ₹10,000 crore investment in biopharma over next 5 years
In a significant announcement that has garnered widespread attention across India's scientific and economic landscape, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, during the Union Budget 2026...
Diabetes doubles liver damage risk: Study flags major public health threat in India
India, often termed the global capital of diabetes, faces an increasingly complex health crisis. A recent groundbreaking study has brought to light a deeply...
Researchers develop AI model that predicts disease risk from sleep data
In a world increasingly reliant on data for decision-making, our nightly slumber, once considered a passive state, is now emerging as a rich source...
New York state just reported a record number of flu cases in one week.
New York, a state known for its vibrant energy and resilience, just hit a sobering milestone: a record number of flu cases reported in...
President Trump announces biggest effort yet to secure lowest drug prices for Americans.
The soaring cost of prescription drugs has long been a source of frustration and financial strain for millions of Americans. It's a debate that...
They’re medics, social workers, neighbors and 911. Meet the health care workers who do it all. – The Washington Post
In an increasingly complex world, the boundaries of traditional roles are constantly blurring. Nowhere is this more evident than in the realm of health...
