Category: Health

Lucknow: The 12th International Yoga Day, themed “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” marked the successful culmination of a 21-day Yoga Mahotsav (June 1–21, 2026) organized by the Yoga and Naturopathy Department of Vivekananda Polyclinic and Institute of Medical Sciences. The concluding session was held at the premises of Ramakrishna Math, Nirala Nagar from 5:45 AM to 7:00 AM, following the Common Yoga Protocol issued by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from the public along with nursing students of Vivekananda Polyclinic School and College of…

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Lucknow: The International Day of Yoga was celebrated with great enthusiasm and active participation at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences on Sunday morning. The programme was held from 8:00 a.m. onwards at the Auditorium of the Academic Block, bringing together students, healthcare professionals, and staff members in a collective effort to promote health and well-being through yoga. Organised by the Department of Physiology, the event was conducted under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Sunita Tiwari, Dr. Rajani Bala Jasrotia, Dr. Manish Kumar Verma, and other faculty members.…

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Lucknow: In a grand celebration of health, wellness, and holistic living, King George’s Medical University (KGMU) observed the 12th International Day of Yoga with a series of activities centered on the global theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing.” The month-long initiative underscored the importance of yoga in fostering physical fitness, mental well-being, and healthy ageing across all sections of society. The celebrations, which commenced on May 21 and culminated on June 21, transformed the university campus into a vibrant hub of yogic practice and wellness awareness. Students, faculty members, healthcare professionals,…

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Lucknow: SGPGI celebrated Internationdal Yoga Day with great enthusiasm and active participation from all healthcare professionals including faculty, staff members and students today on 21st June. The programme commenced early morning at lecture theatre, Library Complex. Dean, SGPGI Prof Shaleen Kumar introduced the Chief Guest Yogacharya Dr Ravindra Verma and his wife Mrs. Anchal Verma. Ph.D. in Yoga, Dr Ravindra Verma is Yoga Educator & practitioner with over 30 years of experience in Yoga, Naturopathy and Physical Fitness. He is currently serving as Associate Professor in the Department of Yoga…

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Major Leap in Heart Care: Minimally Invasive Cardiac Procedures Rise by 25% in Mumbai Mumbai (Anil Bedag): Mumbai is no longer just India’s financial capital; it is also rapidly emerging as a leading hub for advanced cardiac care. Over the past year, the city has witnessed a remarkable 25% increase in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) and other minimally invasive cardiac procedures. Experts believe that modern technology, improved diagnostics, and growing awareness have opened new avenues of treatment for heart patients. Aortic stenosis, a serious heart condition that primarily affects…

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Bareilly: A special Health Fair and Medical Check-up Camp was organised at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly under the guidance and inspiration of Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh. The event was jointly organised by the University Health Centre and Rajshree Research Medical Institute, Bareilly, with the objective of promoting health awareness and preventive healthcare among the university community. The health camp was conducted from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and witnessed enthusiastic participation from teachers, officers, employees, students, security personnel, and outsourced staff members of the university. A team of…

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Admission Within 24 Hours Mandatory to Avail Benefits Lucknow: A comprehensive cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims has been rolled out to ensure timely medical care and reduce financial burdens on affected families. To facilitate the effective implementation of the PM-Rahat (Prime Minister Road Accident Victim Hospitalisation and Assured Treatment) Scheme, a one-day training workshop was organized at the auditorium of the Chief Medical Officer’s Office in Lucknow. Addressing the workshop, Dr. N.B. Singh, Chief Medical Officer, Lucknow, described the PM-Rahat Scheme as a significant initiative aimed at providing…

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Specialists Stress Early Detection, Healthy Lifestyle, and Public Awareness to Prevent Cirrhosis and Liver Cancer Lucknow: The Department of Hepatology at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences marked Global MASH Day 2026 with a comprehensive awareness and academic programme aimed at highlighting the growing burden of fatty liver disease and promoting preventive healthcare measures. Formerly known as NASH (Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis), the condition is now referred to as MASH (Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis). Global MASH Day is observed annually on the second Thursday of June to raise awareness about fatty liver…

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Free Screening Facilities for Thalassemia and Genetic Disorders to Benefit Expectant Couples and Newborns Lucknow: King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow, marked a significant advancement in medical education and diagnostic services with the inauguration of a newly renovated Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) Practical Laboratory and the DBT NIDAN (National Inherited Disease AdministratioN) Centre in the Department of Pathology. The facilities were inaugurated by Prof. Soniya Nityanand on June 15, 2026. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Nityanand congratulated the Department of Pathology for strengthening the university’s academic and clinical infrastructure.…

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Lucknow: A major public health initiative aimed at understanding and addressing the burden of lead exposure in Uttar Pradesh was formally launched today at the Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (Dr. RMLIMS), Lucknow, in collaboration with UNICEF. The project, titled LEAD-UP (Lead Exposure Assessment and Detection in Uttar Pradesh), was inaugurated during a formal ceremony held at the Director’s Board Room in the Administrative Block of the institute. The inaugural session was graced by  Amit Kumar Ghosh, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Medical Health, Family Welfare and Medical…

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