Tamil Nadu health officials launch inquiry at Star KIMS Hospital, Trichy, following Maharashtra police allegations of a pan-India illegal kidney transplant racket. Key suspect doctor remains elusive.
Major private hospitals in Kolkata are expanding, adding 1,300 new beds by 2026. Upgrades include advanced cancer care, transplant units, and affordable treatment options. Read more.
Aniket Mahata resigns from WBJDF, citing lack of representation from all medical colleges. RDA of RG Kar withdraws support, escalating the internal rift. Key details inside.
After 3 months of struggle, a Palakkad family thanks opposition leader V D Satheesan for promising full financial aid for a prosthetic hand for their 9-year-old daughter. Read the full story of alleged medical negligence and hope.
Tamil Nadu health department initiates inquiry at Trichy's Star KIMS Hospital linked to a pan-India illegal kidney trafficking racket. Key doctor missing as officials seek documents.
Goa Health Minister announces a significant salary increase for contract doctors and resident doctors at GMC, effective Jan 1. The move addresses long-pending demands and inflation.
RailTel secures a Rs 56.71 crore project to implement a Hospital Management Information System across seven major medical colleges in Assam, aiming to modernize patient care and hospital operations.
Karnataka cabinet greenlights a massive Rs 1,000 crore organ transplant facility in Bengaluru, a joint project with Azim Premji University. A major boost for healthcare in South India.
Doctors at Government Dental College Raipur successfully treat a 24-year-old's severe jaw condition using a low-cost Indian distractor. A breakthrough in affordable maxillofacial surgery.
A manager and salesman found dead in Agra after inhaling toxic fumes from a generator during a power cut. Police suspect carbon monoxide poisoning. Read the full report.
Discover why astronauts, including India's Shubhanshu Shukla, undergo preventive wisdom tooth removal. Learn how space medicine eliminates risks for long missions where dental surgery is impossible.
Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani launches the Kauvery Institute of Digestive Sciences to combat rising digestive disorders in India. Offering comprehensive, multi-specialty care under one roof.
A new study predicts a massive 42-fold global increase in wearable health device usage by 2050. Discover how this tech revolution will reshape healthcare and wellness in India and worldwide.
Catholic speaker and comedian Paul J Kim mourns the loss of his 5-year-old son, Micah, to severe flu. The tragedy highlights the critical warning signs of influenza in children that parents must know. Read more.
Dr. Naveen Bhamri explains the surge in heart conditions among young Indians, key warning signs, and how cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing treatment. Listen to the podcast for life-saving insights.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda unveiled the Indian Pharmacopoeia 2026, adding 121 new drug monographs to enhance drug quality and safety standards in India.
A paediatrician shares two alarming cases of children eating camphor, thinking it's sugar. Learn why this common household item is dangerous for a child's brain and how to prevent it.
Your legs can reveal serious health issues like heart failure, diabetes, and PAD. Dr. John Valentine explains 5 critical signs, including swelling and numbness, to never ignore. Read for early detection tips.
Stanford scientists identify the immune mechanism behind rare myocarditis post mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, primarily in young males. A soy compound shows promise in preventing it. Read the details.
The NBEMS has issued the FMGE December 2025 city intimation slip. Admit cards release on Jan 14, 2026, for the Jan 17 exam. Check your email and plan travel now.
NBEMS's 2026 exam calendar excludes NEET-PG, triggering panic among medical aspirants. This omission, amid a history of delays & court interventions, fuels uncertainty over exam dates & eligibility. Read more.
An estimated 300 million people globally have colour vision deficiency. Discover the symptoms, causes, and a quick test shared by an optometrist to check if you might be affected.
Park Grecian Hospital in Mohali launches a comprehensive cancer care unit led by Dr. Sandeep Kukkar, offering advanced diagnostics and treatment for improved patient outcomes.
Army Hospital (R&R) Delhi achieves a breakthrough in glaucoma care with the nation's first 3D Flex Aqueous Angiography & iStent surgery. This advanced technology promises early, precise treatment to prevent blindness. Read more.
PGIMER Chandigarh operationalises its Hospital Information System at the Sangrur Satellite Centre from Jan 1, 2026, digitising core services. Director Prof Vivek Lal confirms the model will be replicated at the main campus.
A Chandrapur SIT is in Kolkata probing a major interstate kidney trafficking network involving prominent doctors. Key suspects, including a Trichy hospital MD, are absconding. Read the latest developments.
The US FDA has approved mitapivat (Aqvesme), the first oral drug treating anaemia in thalassaemia at a cellular level. Indian specialists explain its transformative potential for patients, especially in high-burden India.
A Quora user's panic about coffee-coloured urine prompts expert advice. Dr Nishchay Bhanuprakash details symptoms of kidney & liver issues and when to seek emergency care.
A 14-year-old girl in Jalandhar died from suffocation due to a suspected gas geyser leak. The incident highlights critical safety concerns with LPG appliances during winter. Read more for crucial safety tips.
Two patients died after developing complications during dialysis at Govt Taluk Hospital, Haripad. Alappuzha DMO launches investigation as four others fell ill. Read the full report.