More than 1.6 Lakh Donors Unite via Impact Guru to Help Son of Rajasthan Police Officer Undergo Life-Saving Gene Therapy

Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Baby Hridyansh, suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) type 2, successfully underwent Zolgensma gene therapy on Tuesday, 14th May at JK Lone Hospital, Jaipur. This therapy, known for its potential to dramatically improve the quality of life for SMA patients, has given Hridyansh a renewed chance at a healthy future.   Hridyansh administered gene therapy at JK Lone Hospital   Determined to give their…

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BD Partners with Healthians to Increase Access to Cervical Cancer Screening in India

BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), a leading global medical technology company, today announced a strategic partnership with Healthians, India’s premier diagnostics service provider, to advance cervical cancer screening by offering an innovative option for women in India to self-collect a sample in the privacy of their own homes.   Mr. Deepak Sahni, Founder & Chairman, Healthians (left) and Mr Atul Grover, Managing Director, BD India/South Asia (right), sign up strategic…

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Leading Hospital Chain in Tamil Nadu Launches Senior G-Card for Senior Citizens

  Be Well Hospitals, a leading multispecialty healthcare provider announced the launch of its special Geriatric Care Programme, designed exclusively for the elderly. With the introduction of the Seniors G-Card, Be Well Hospitals aims to provide comprehensive healthcare services to senior citizens both at home and within the hospital premises. The Seniors G-Card is an annual subscription priced at Rs 5999, offering a range of services tailored to meet the unique healthcare needs of the elderly population….

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TPAG and CII Join Hands to Combat Thalassemia on World Thalassemia Day

Today, on World Thalassemia Day, Thalassemia Patients Advocacy Group (TPAG) proudly announces its collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing the growing burden of thalassemia in India. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to combat thalassemia and ensure the well-being of individuals affected by this inherited blood disorder.   Thalassemia, a condition characterized by insufficient production of hemoglobin, poses a significant health challenge in…

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BD Launches the TB Guardianship Program

To further enhance knowledge exchange amongst healthcare professionals on effective TB diagnostic practices, BD (Becton, Dickinson, and Company), a Corporate TB Pledge holder has recently launched the ‘TB Guardianship Program’. The TB Guardianship Program was launched online by esteemed dignitary Dr. Nishant Kumar, Central TB Division under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and saw attendance from over 1,000 microbiologists and pulmonologists from various regions across India.   An educational…

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MAHE and ICMR Jointly Inaugurate the Aerial Healthcare Delivery System Utilizing Drones for Sample Transportation

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) have joined forces to inaugurate the Deployment of a Robust Need based aerial healthcare delivery system (DRONE). The program aims to utilize drones for transporting Oncopathological Samples between Peripheral and Tertiary Care Hospitals in Karnataka.   MAHE and ICMR have joined forces to inaugurate the Deployment of a Robust Need based aerial healthcare delivery system (DRONE) …

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Trident Group Leads Health Initiatives in Commemoration of the World Health Day 2024

Trident Group, a renowned global conglomerate observed Blindness Awareness Week as proclaimed by the Indian Government from April 1 to 7. Demonstrating its unwavering commitment towards social responsibility, Trident Group followed a multifaceted approach. In alignment with the global commemoration of the World Health Day, the organisation hosted an awareness session to address vision health disparities on April 6 at Dhaula and culminated Free Medical Health Checkup Camps on April 7 at Madhuban Hospital, Budhni. The organisation remains…

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Promising Duo for Revolutionary Cancer Treatment: Resveratrol and Copper

In 2022, India faced a challenge, with over 14.1 lakh new cancer cases and more than 9.1 lakh deaths due to the disease. The risk of developing cancer before the age of 75 in India is calculated at 10.6%, with a mortality risk of 7.2%. These numbers are significantly high considering the population of India. The current treatment against cancer includes chemotherapy, which uses strong chemicals that target the cancer cells; immunotherapy, which boosts your body’s natural defences;…

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12-year-old Boy’s Eye Mangled by Swiss Army Knife in Horrifying Accident Restored at Aditya Jyot Hospital

A 12-year-old boy mangled his eye badly in a horrifying accident when playing with a Swiss Army Knife in school. The sharp edge of the blade penetrated his right eye below the eyelid. Parts of his eye popped out, leading to excessive bleeding and vision loss, giving the face a grotesque appearance.   The boy named Raghav (identity changed), hailing from Mulund, was rushed by his parents to hospitals nearby where the doctors recommended immediate removal of…

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Roche Diagnostics India’s Heart Failure Test for Diabetics Now Available on its Point-of-care Device

Roche Diagnostics India announces the launch of its point-of-care NT-proBNP test for screening diabetes patients who are at risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) such as heart failure (HF). This breakthrough innovation is designed to bring testing closer to clinics and revolutionise patient care. The claim extension of the NT-proBNP biomarker, available exclusively on the cobas® h 232 system, aims to provide faster, more efficient diagnosis and management of HF in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D).  …

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