Category : Healthcare Policy


Monkey Carcasses in Water Tanks at Nuh Medical College

Three decomposed monkey carcasses were discovered in water tanks at Shaheed Hasan Khan Mewati Government Medical College in Nuh, raising severe hygiene concerns. Residents may have used contaminated water for days, prompting an investigation and calls for

Health Insurance Portability: Reform That Falls Short

Health insurance portability was introduced to allow policyholders to switch insurers without losing benefits like waiting period credits. However, many find the process remains challenging due to medical history, age, and past claims.

AP Govt Appoints 482 Doctors to Boost Healthcare

The Andhra Pradesh government has issued appointment orders to 482 doctors through the Directorate of Public Health in a transparent online recruitment process. The move addresses vacancies in primary health centers and teaching hospitals.

CGHS Final Extension for Hospitals: Deadline April 2026

The Central Government Health Scheme has extended the deadline for private hospitals to complete mandatory empanelment formalities to April 30, 2026, with no further extensions planned. Hospitals must sign agreements via the HEM 2.0 portal or face de-empa

Satara Hospital Body Mix-Up: Wrong Victim Cremated

A shocking case of negligence at Satara Civil Hospital led to the wrong body being cremated after a mix-up between a 26-year-old accident victim and a 51-year-old man. Two staffers suspended, inquiry initiated.

Faridabad Hospital Negligence Claims After Patient Death

Tension erupted at BK Civil Hospital in Faridabad after a 45-year-old man's death sparked allegations of delays due to paperwork and a non-functional lift. Hospital authorities deny all claims, stating the patient arrived in critical condition.

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