Prayagraj's 100-Year-Old Ex-Principal Donates Eyes Posthumously
Laxmi Kant Dikshit, former principal of Delhi's Blind School, passed away at 100. He donated his eyes, giving sight to two people, and dedicated his life to education and philanthropy.
Category : Healthcare Policy
Tents Set Up for Patients Outside Delhi Hospitals After HC Push
Following Delhi High Court intervention, temporary tents now provide shelter near AIIMS and RML Hospital for patients and attendants who were sleeping in subways and open areas during harsh winter.
Free Surgical Camp in Panchkula from Feb 2-7
Haryana health department organizes Ayushman Bharat/Chirayu Surgical Camp Week in Panchkula from February 2 to 7, offering free cashless surgeries to eligible patients at Civil Hospital.
Health Ministry Flags Lapses in Rajasthan Blood Banks
Union Health Ministry identifies serious shortcomings in Rajasthan's blood bank management, including poor record-keeping and failure to report HIV cases. Calls for urgent compliance with national standards.
Second Water Contamination Case Hits Bengaluru in a Month
Residents report contaminated water supply for over a week, with complaints allegedly ignored by authorities, marking the second such incident in Bengaluru this month.
Kolkata Doctors Push for Family Medicine Revival to Cut Hospital Load
Doctors in Kolkata urge a return to family medicine, emphasizing its role in quick diagnosis and reducing hospital burden. A new declaration aims to strengthen primary care across India.
Doctors Urge Prevention-First Healthcare at Hyderabad Meet
Leading doctors from India and the US called for a major shift toward preventive care and primary health at the Indo-US Doctors Meet in Hyderabad, warning that current disease-focused systems drive up costs.
Doctors Object to NEET-PG Cut-Off Drop, Cite Safety Concerns
Medical associations in Telangana strongly oppose NBE's decision to lower NEET-PG qualifying scores, warning it threatens postgraduate education standards and patient safety.
WB Medical Recruitment Scandal: Panel Withheld
West Bengal Health Recruitment Board recalls pathology professor panel after doctors allege irregularities involving suspended candidate and dual remuneration case.
Bhubaneswar Doctors Protest After Attack, Demand Safety
Junior doctors at PGIMER and Capital Hospital in Bhubaneswar staged a black badge protest after a doctor was assaulted by patient relatives. They demand better security and crowd management.
Surgical Blade Found in Pilgrim's Leg at Pamba Hospital
A Sabarimala pilgrim discovered a surgical blade left inside her bandaged wound at Pamba government hospital. She filed a complaint with Pathanamthitta DMO alleging staff negligence.
Patna Govt Doctor Private Practice Ban Sparks Debate
Patna's decision to ban private practice by government doctors receives mixed reactions. Residents worry about implementation and potential doctor resignations.
Man Jumps from Burning Dwarka Building, Breaks Leg
A man in Delhi's Dwarka area jumped from a fire-swept building to escape flames, resulting in a broken leg. Rescue operations were swiftly conducted.
Bihar to Ban Govt Doctors' Private Practice After Rural Complaints
The Bihar health department is drafting a policy to prohibit government doctors from private practice following numerous complaints about absenteeism in rural areas. CM Nitish Kumar announced the ban, aiming to ensure doctors serve public health facilitie
Bihar Doctors Warn of Collapse Over Private Practice Ban
Bihar's medical community raises alarm over CM Nitish Kumar's ban on private practice by government doctors, citing severe manpower shortages and weak infrastructure that could trigger resignations.
Mixed Reactions to Ban on Govt Doctors' Private Practice
Stakeholders in Gaya express hope and scepticism over the proposed ban on private practice by government doctors, citing implementation challenges and past failures.
Karnataka, Azim Premji Foundation to Build 1,000-Bed Hospital
The Karnataka government signs an MoU with Azim Premji Foundation to establish a charitable super-speciality hospital in Bengaluru, focusing on organ transplants with Rs 4,000 crore investment.
AIIMS Raipur Faculty Join Guwahati, Patna Institute Bodies
Two senior faculty members from AIIMS Raipur have been nominated by the Union Health Ministry to serve on the statutory institute bodies of AIIMS Guwahati and AIIMS Patna.
Karnataka, Azim Premji Foundation to Build 1,000-Bed Transplant Hospital
The Karnataka government signs an MoU with Azim Premji Foundation to establish a charitable 1,000-bed multi-organ transplant hospital in Bengaluru, aiming to make transplants affordable.
Focus Netralaya Empanelled for Cashless Eye Care in ECHS
Focus Netralaya, based in Bareilly, has been empanelled with the Regional ECHS, providing cashless eye care services to beneficiaries in Moradabad and Bareilly divisions.
Delhi's Homeless Battle Cold, Smog, and Helplessness
In Delhi's harsh January nights, homeless citizens and night watchmen face extreme cold and toxic smog. Many lack shelter and basic necessities, revealing a stark reality of urban poverty.
Bengaluru Scientist Innovates Snakebite Treatment
A scientist from Bengaluru is revolutionizing snakebite treatment with a groundbreaking approach, aiming to save lives and reduce fatalities in rural India.
AIIMS to Build 3,000-Bed Rest House for Winter Patients
AIIMS informs Delhi High Court it will construct a 3,000-bed Vishram Sadan and offer land for 80 tents to house patients and attendants sleeping outside hospitals during cold months.
SGPGI Drafts End-of-Life Care SOP for Dignified Departure
SGPGI's critical care department creates a state-specific SOP for end-of-life care, emphasizing dignity. Experts and officials discuss implementation pending government approval.
AI Mammogram Camp in Thiruvananthapuram for Early Detection
A special AI-based mammogram test camp was held at Govt Mahila Mandiram in Poojappura, organized by the district women and child development office to promote early breast cancer screening.
PGIMER Chandigarh's 6-Month Mission for Dust-Free Campus
PGIMER Chandigarh launches comprehensive mission to eliminate dust from campus within six months through water sprinkling, paving, and green buffers to improve patient recovery.
UP Deputy CM Orders Probe After Rats in Gonda Hospital
Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak has ordered a week-long inquiry into a viral video showing rats in a Gonda medical college ward, promising strict action against negligence.
Delhi HC Urges Bar to Back AIIMS 3,000-Bed Shelter
Delhi High Court calls on Bar Council to assist AIIMS in establishing a 3,000-bed shelter for patients and their families, addressing overcrowding and accommodation issues at the hospital.
Hyderabad Doctors Push for India-Specific Gut Microbiome Data
Medical experts in Hyderabad emphasize the need for India-specific gut microbiome research due to unique genetic diversity, dietary habits, and disease patterns.
Bengaluru to Get Two New Hospitals by 2028
The Karnataka government will build two advanced 125-bed hospitals in Yelahanka and Sanjaynagar at Rs 150 crore, shifting from an earlier plan for a single facility.
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