AIIMS: Transgender Identity About Gender Incongruence, Not Defects
AIIMS experts explain that transgender identity stems from gender incongruence, not hormonal or birth defects, emphasizing the need for medical and societal understanding in India.
Category : Healthcare Policy
Delhi Govt Expands Critical Services at Dwarka Hospital
The Delhi government has announced a significant expansion of critical healthcare services at the Dwarka Hospital, enhancing emergency care, diagnostics, and specialized treatments for residents.
Jaipur Health Dept 2026 Plan: New Hospitals, Cardiac Institute
Jaipur's health department has launched a comprehensive 2026 plan to enhance healthcare infrastructure, including operationalizing 20 new hospitals, establishing a national-level Institute of Cardiology, and improving maternal and child health services.
ICMTDT-2026 Biomedical Conference Begins in Vadodara
Navrachana University hosts the four-day ICMTDT-2026 conference featuring 50 global experts discussing metabolism, toxicology, diagnostics, and therapeutics in precision healthcare.
KGMU Lucknow's New 7-Storey OPD Complex to Reduce Overcrowding
KGMU Lucknow will construct a seven-storey multi-specialty OPD complex on land provided by UP government to centralize outpatient services, improve patient experience, and reduce overcrowding in current scattered facilities.
Trekking Org Seeks Docs for Free Mountain Health Clinics
A trekking organization invites documents to establish free health clinics in remote mountain areas, leveraging medically trained trek leaders who assist villagers.
Stalin Launches 417-Crore Children's Hospital & HPV Vaccination
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin laid the foundation for a 750-bed super speciality children's hospital in Chennai and launched an HPV vaccination pilot program for cervical cancer prevention across four districts.
Rajkot's First Palliative Cancer Care Centre Announced
Cancer Care Foundation Rajkot will establish a 100-bed palliative care centre for cancer patients in Saurashtra, offering free holistic services including pain management and emotional support.
Gujarat's Rs 13,000 Crore International Medicity to Boost Global Health Profile
Gandhinagar will get a massive International Medicity near Kalol with Rs 13,000 crore investment, modeled on Dubai Healthcare City to position Gujarat's capital on the global health map.
Telangana Junior Doctors' Arrears Delay: JUDA Warns of Action
The Junior Doctors' Association (JUDA) in Telangana has raised serious concerns over the prolonged delay in releasing arrears for junior doctors from January to June 2025, citing financial hardship and potential academic implications.
NMC Rejects 256 Patient Appeals, Ministry Steps In
National Medical Commission data shows 256 patient appeals returned since 2020 while hearing 185 doctor appeals. Health Ministry directs NMC to reconsider patient appeals policy amid controversy.
Kerala Woman's Satyagraha Over Surgical Negligence Case
K K Harshina, victim of surgical negligence at Kozhikode Medical College, will protest at Health Minister Veena George's residence demanding justice amid systemic healthcare failures in Kerala.
Private Equity Challenges in Indian Healthcare
As private equity investments reshape India's healthcare landscape, concerns arise about profit motives overshadowing patient care. This opinion piece examines the risks and calls for building trust with doctors while fostering a service-oriented culture.
MCD Proposes 100-Bed Critical Care Unit at Delhi Hospital
Municipal Corporation of Delhi has sent a proposal to Delhi government for developing a 100-bed critical care unit at Swami Dayanand Hospital under Ayushman Bharat scheme with Rs 117 crore allocation.
Baby's Head Severed in UP Delivery, ASHA Worker & Midwife Booked
A shocking incident in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, where a baby's head was severed during delivery. The ASHA worker and midwife have been booked by police as investigations continue into the tragic medical negligence case.
Tuem Hospital Opens After 7 Years, OPD Services Start Feb 2
The Govt Hospital And Research Centre in Tuem, ready since 2017, will be commissioned on February 2 with 13 OPDs. Operating theatres to follow in four months, easing patient burden in North Goa.
Clean Air & Youth Empowerment at Mumbai Hospital on Republic Day
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Municipal General Hospital in Mumbai celebrated the 77th Republic Day with a focus on clean air and youth empowerment, highlighting environmental and social initiatives.
Alchemist Ojas Hospital Opens Super Specialised IVF Centre in Panchkula
Alchemist Ojas Hospital in Panchkula has inaugurated a state-of-the-art super specialised IVF care centre, offering advanced fertility treatments with cutting-edge technology and expert medical staff to assist couples.
HC Asks Punjab Why CT Scan, MRI Not Mandatory in District Hospitals
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the state government to explain why CT scan and MRI machines are not mandatory in all district hospitals, noting shocking deficiencies in healthcare infrastructure.
Punjab HC Seeks Affidavit on ICU Facilities in State Hospitals
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered the state government to submit an affidavit detailing ICU facilities across Punjab, following reports that Malerkotla District Hospital lacks an ICU unit.
Chennai Law Student Dies by Suicide After Argument
A 25-year-old law student from Kallakurichi died by suicide in her Kelambakkam apartment. Police investigation reveals an argument with her boyfriend preceded the tragic incident.
Chennai Hospitals Ignore Linen Rules, Infection Risk Rises
Chennai government hospitals are violating a two-year-old color-coded linen protocol designed to maintain hygiene, leading to infection risks and administrative failures despite state funding.
Budget 2026-27: Research Urges Higher Healthcare Spending
As Union Budget 2026-27 nears, academic research highlights structural flaws in India's healthcare financing, calling for increased public expenditure to reduce household burden and inequality.
Dr Armida Fernandez: Padma Shri for Milk Bank Pioneer
Dr Armida Fernandez, 83, receives Padma Shri for establishing Asia's first human milk bank and reducing neonatal mortality. Her work expanded to community health and palliative care.
Punjab Doctor Found Intoxicated, Removed from Duty
A doctor at Dhakoli Community Centre in Punjab was found in an intoxicated state during duty hours, leading to immediate removal from service. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
AIIMS Delhi Fights Superbugs with Research and Innovation
AIIMS Delhi is spearheading efforts to combat antimicrobial resistance through early diagnosis, biomarker research, and strict infection control, addressing a major public health threat in India.
Jaipur to Set Up Child Heart Disease Registry & CHD Hub
Jaipur's health department announces a child heart disease registry, regional CHD hub, and expanded 2D Echo services to enhance early detection and treatment of congenital heart diseases across Rajasthan.
Himachal's Sadwan PHC Lacks Doctor, Pharmacy Officer, Health Supervisor
The Sadwan Primary Health Centre in Himachal Pradesh is grappling with a severe staffing shortage, operating without a doctor, pharmacy officer, and female health supervisor, impacting rural healthcare services.
Karnataka's Dh Changemaker 2021: Hope for Haemophilia
A changemaker from Karnataka, recognized in 2021, has brought significant hope to haemophilia patients through innovative initiatives and advocacy efforts.
Surat Organ Donation Hero Gets Padma Shri Award
Nilesh Mandlewala's two-decade campaign in Surat facilitated 1,366 organ donations, saving 1,258 lives. His foundation's work earned him the prestigious Padma Shri award for transforming organ donation awareness in Gujarat.
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