Healthcare Newsletter

30-04-2024

Hospitals’ COVID reporting burden to decrease as pandemic-era policies expire

Starting May 1, 2024, hospitals are no longer mandated to report COVID-19 admissions, occupancy, and capacity data to federal authorities, marking the end of pandemic-e

29-04-2024

Indian healthcare capitalizes on the adoption of AI & ML in patient rehabilitation

The Indian healthcare sector is increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) for patient rehabilitation, necessitating collaborations

29-04-2024

WHO notifies widespread overuse of antibiotics in patients hospitalized with Covid-19

Recent World Health Organization (WHO) data reveals widespread antibiotic overuse during the Covid-19 pandemic, potentially worsening antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

29-04-2024

Tata Power and NIEPID introduced a phygital neurodiversity platform powered by Tata Elxsi's DTx solution, TEcare

Tata Power Community Development Trust (TPCDT) partners with Tata Elxsi for the 'Pay Autention' initiative using TEcare DTx. Their collaboration aims to hasten the Indi

22-04-2024

WHO introduces first ever Patient Safety Rights Charter

The WHO introduced the Patient Safety Rights Charter at the Global Ministerial Summit on Patient Safety, marking the first initiative to delineate patient rights in the

22-04-2024

Specialization and advanced training are crucial to meet the growing needs of healthcare: Experts

As the pharmacy profession evolves, specialized training in education and practice is crucial to meet patient and healthcare system needs. Pharmacists benefit from spec

22-04-2024

Indian hospitals mull over magnetic nanotech for radiation-free & affordable cancer diagnosis

Indian healthcare providers embrace magnetic nanotechnology for cancer diagnosis and treatment, offering a multifaceted approach to enhance patient quality of life whil

22-04-2024

Regular screening and Pap smear tests hold promise in reducing mortality in cervical cancer cases

Oncologists advocate for regular screening, including clinical examination and Pap smear tests, to reduce cervical cancer mortality through early detection.

22-04-2024

Quantum Corphealth Doctor911 application strives to promote corporate well-being

As India targets a USD 5 trillion economy, corporate well-being gains prominence. A joint Indeed and Forrester Consulting report finds only 24% of Indian employees expe

15-04-2024

Experts stress personalized cancer care for optimal outcomes

Customizing treatment decisions for individual cases is vital in optimizing cancer care outcomes. Dr. Prasanth Penumadu, head of surgical oncology at Sri Venkateswara I

14-04-2024

Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital adopts Dozee's advanced AI-based contactless and continuous patient monitoring & EWS

Jayadev Memorial Rashtrotthana Hospital & Research Centre, a leading 162-bed integrated multi-specialty tertiary care hospital, has integrated Dozee's advanced AI-b

14-04-2024

WHO declares forthcoming updates on co-administration of treatment for hepatitis C and drug-resistant tuberculosis

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a Rapid Communication on the co-administration of treatments for drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) and hepatitis C (HCV).

14-04-2024

Bayer and Google Cloud collaborate to speed up the development of AI-powered healthcare applications for radiologists

Bayer and Google Cloud are partnering to develop AI solutions to aid radiologists and enhance patient care. Bayer will utilize Google Cloud's technology, including gen

13-04-2024

Urging early diagnosis and care for life: World Chagas Disease Day 2024

April 14th commemorates the fifth World Chagas Disease Day, focusing on early diagnosis and lifelong care to raise public awareness, garner support, and secure funding

08-04-2024

HMIF delivers healthcare access to over 1.5 million people under Sparsh Sanjeevani's initiative

The Hyundai Motor India Foundation (HMIF), the CSR arm of Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), launched the 'Sparsh Sanjeevani' initiative, benefiting over 1.5 million p

06-04-2024

Walmart decelerates health center expansion plans

In 2019, Walmart launched Walmart Health as a pilot project in Georgia, expanding to 48 locations across five states by late last year. These medical centres, strategic

01-04-2024

WHO introduces guidance on conducting reviews of tuberculosis programmes

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued guidance on conducting tuberculosis (TB) programme reviews to enhance multisectoral TB responses. Released alongside the

01-04-2024

New federal health IT strategy boosts focus on public health, AI

Improving cybersecurity and readiness in healthcare is a top priority for the HHS, evidenced by their release of voluntary cybersecurity goals for the industry, with pl

31-03-2024

Baby Memorial Hospital pitches ‘Continuous Connected Care@BMH’ initiative with Dozee for enriched patient safety

Baby Memorial Hospital in Kozhikode, a renowned healthcare institution with over three decades of commitment to quality healthcare, introduces the 'Continuous Connected

30-03-2024

'Illness To Wellness' unites hands with YoloHealth to sensitise citizens regarding preventive healthcare solutions

In today’s world, preventive healthcare is crucial due to rising lifestyle-induced diseases and barriers to timely diagnosis. The 'Illness to Wellness' campaign,

30-03-2024

Sirio to venture into personalised women’s health platform at Vitafoods Europe

Sirio Pharma, a global nutraceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), will unveil a comprehensive women’s health platform at Vitafoods

27-03-2024

Indian healthcare sector witnesses trajectory of fintech in patient care to garner exponential boost

The Indian healthcare industry foresees substantial fintech growth in patient care. Digital infrastructure like Aadhar and NSDL enhances efficiency and security, facili

27-03-2024

DHR’s SARANSH programme to strengthen evidence-based healthcare research practices in India

The Department of Health Research (DHR) has initiated the "Regional Capacity Building in Systematic Reviews in India SARANSH (Systematic Reviews and Networking Support

26-03-2024

Illness to Wellness’ collaborates with ILBS to generate awareness and end discrimination against hepatitis B patients

The 'Illness to Wellness' national campaign, in partnership with the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS), initiated the 'Winning Over Mothers With Hepatitis

26-03-2024

USAID projects Women’s Health and Livelihood Alliance towards bridging healthcare and economic gaps for women in India

The Women’s Health and Livelihood Alliance (WOHLA), a partnership between the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Samhita Collectiv

26-03-2024

Indian healthcare visions Whole Genome Sequencing as a promising tool to manage the complexities of TB

The Indian healthcare sector sees Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) as a promising tool against tuberculosis (TB), a major global health threat. TB ranks 13th globally in f

16-03-2024

NatureFit discloses enterprising growth plans to onboard 30,000+ doctors and 1,000+ hospitals onto its digital health forum

NatureFit, India's leading digital health platform dedicated to holistic wellness, especially in Ayush (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy

16-03-2024

Veradigm to buy ScienceIO’s healthcare AI platform to create advanced, private language models for healthcare

Veradigm, Inc., a healthcare technology leader, has agreed to acquire ScienceIO, a top AI platform provider in healthcare. The acquisition, unanimously approved by Vera

16-03-2024

Patient care in India is on a fast-track with regional innovation and novel technologies

India's healthcare sector sees a surge in indigenous innovations, notably surgical navigation technology, enhancing precision and patient outcomes. Previously reliant o

15-03-2024

NIH-funded study reveals intervention lowers the likelihood of developing postpartum anxiety and depression by more than 70%

Results from a significant NIH-sponsored clinical trial in Pakistan show that a non-specialized, psychology-trained intervention for pregnant women substantially reduce

15-03-2024

GSK ‘Project 90’ to boost awareness of shingles prevalence and intricacies of disease in India

GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals has initiated Project 90, a public awareness campaign aimed at shedding light on the prevalence and complications of shingles. Collabora

11-03-2024

The healthcare industry spots economic advancements of remote monitoring with diminished hospitalization & medical expenditures

The healthcare industry in the country foresees significant economic impacts from remote monitoring, enhancing patient outcomes while curbing expenses. This technology

11-03-2024

Clinics on Cloud Announces 17% Surge in Women's Health Examinations in Rural India

Clinics on Cloud, a prominent health tech firm in India, reveals transformative insights into women's health, emphasizing the impact of accessible healthcare solutions.

09-03-2024

Indian healthcare sector recasts with wearable devices & telehealth platforms to access prompt medical attention

The healthcare sector is evolving in the nation with wearable devices and telehealth platforms, providing swift medical access. Wearables notably enhance patient monito

09-03-2024

AI-powered healthcare innovation grabs centre stage in Chennai

An AI in healthcare event recently introduced a new theme, "AI-Driven Innovation in Healthcare," broadening discussions beyond technology's role in electronic medical r

08-03-2024

WHO releases guidance to improve access to hearing care in low-and middle-income settings

The World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled new technical guidance for hearing aid service delivery in low- and middle-income settings in honour of World Hearing D

25-02-2024

GE HealthCare unites with OSF HealthCare to serve patients and communities through extensive care solutions

GE Healthcare and OSF HealthCare have partnered to enhance patient care across Illinois and Michigan. This collaboration aims to improve operational efficiencies and st

24-02-2024

Medical centres in remote locations testify for robust telecom infrastructure to facilitate patient-centric care delivery

Medical centers in remote parts of India emphasize the crucial role of robust communication infrastructure in shifting healthcare towards a patient-centric model. Telec

23-02-2024

ICMR ventures an array of unexplored courses to improve healthcare skills

In a bid to enhance India's healthcare sector, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has introduced new courses focusing on epidemiology, epidemic intelligence,

21-02-2024

NIMHANS Mental Health Santhe 2.0" establishes new benchmarks in mental health awareness

NIMHANS' 'Mental Health Santhe 2.0' raised the bar for mental health awareness in India, uniting individuals, organizations, and communities to tackle pressing mental h

20-02-2024

Blood glucose monitoring becomes more uncomplicated with technology advances like CGM

Monitoring blood sugar levels has become easier with technologies like continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), vital for optimizing glucose control and reducing health ris

18-02-2024

An approximately 35 million new cancer cases to arise in 2050, WHO warns

The World Health Organization (WHO) warns of rising global cancer rates, projecting over 35 million new cases by 2050, a substantial increase from 2022's approximate 20

16-02-2024

PM Narendra Modi to dedicates six other AIIMS to the nation after laying the foundation stone of AIIMS Rewari in Haryana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave assent to construction of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Rewari, Haryana, emphasizing its role in India's developm

16-02-2024

Study demonstrates Covid-19 vaccination and boosting during pregnancy shields infants for six months

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) study reveals mRNA Covid-19 vaccination during pregnancy offers infants strong protection against symp

15-02-2024

A new study states that plant-based diet tied to enhanced sexual health in men treated for prostate cancer

A study by NYU Grossman School of Medicine and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health suggests that a plant-rich diet may alleviate common side effects in prostate c