Category: Health

Mumbai: With chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease becoming increasingly common across India, the cost of long-term medication continues to place a significant financial burden on millions of families. In a development that highlights the growing demand for affordable healthcare solutions, PlatinumRx has announced that it has crossed the milestone of one million users, helping patients collectively save more than ₹128 crore on their medicine expenses. According to the company, the savings have been achieved by providing access to branded generic medicines, offering patients more economical alternatives…

Lucknow: The Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology and In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) at Vivekananda Polyclinic & Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, successfully organized a live workshop on semen analysis in collaboration with the Uttar Pradesh chapter of the Indian Society for Assisted Reproduction (UP-ISAR), Advy Biosciences, and Axiocare. The workshop focused on recent advancements in semen analysis and the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in reproductive medicine. Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Keshav Malhotra highlighted advanced techniques for the isolation of live motile sperm and discussed their clinical significance in…

Patented technology uses biodegradable biomaterials for targeted, sustained drug delivery and may significantly lower treatment costs for chronic fibrotic diseases  CHENNAI: Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has developed an injectable hydrogel that could transform the treatment of fibrosis and other chronic degenerative conditions by replacing weeks of repeated medication with a single localised dose. The researchers estimate that treatment could possibly reduce therapy costs from approximately USD 2,000–3,000 per course to around USD 300, potentially making advanced fibrosis care more affordable and accessible. Developed at the Tissue Engineering and Biomaterials…

On World No Tobacco Day, celebrities shared their views on tobacco addiction and the importance of healthier choices. While stressing the value of awareness campaigns, they emphasized that real change comes through self-awareness, determination, and a conscious decision to prioritize health over harmful habits. Sachin Parikh Tobacco is extremely dangerous to health, yet many people continue the habit despite widespread awareness. While campaigns and government initiatives are doing a commendable job of highlighting the risks associated with smoking and tobacco use, real change can only come through self-awareness and personal…

Fortis Mulund Launches New Health Initiative to Provide Adults with a Vaccine Shield  Mumbai (Anil Bedag): In an era marked by changing lifestyles, growing age-related health concerns, and the constant emergence of infectious diseases, healthcare is no longer focused only on treatment but increasingly on prevention. Taking this vision forward, Fortis Hospital Mulund has launched a dedicated Adult Vaccination Clinic aimed at creating awareness about adult immunization and strengthening preventive healthcare services. The clinic was inaugurated by Dr. Himmatrao Bawaskar in the presence of hospital management, senior doctors, and healthcare…

First Successful Liver Transplant Performed in Navi Mumbai  Mumbai (Anil Bedag): A remarkable story of love, courage, and medical excellence has emerged from NewEra Hospital in Navi Mumbai, touching hearts across the city. Mukesh Ramchandra Tandel, a 48-year-old auto-rickshaw driver, was battling severe liver cirrhosis and multiple life-threatening complications. His condition had deteriorated to such an extent that even simple activities like walking, eating, or getting out of bed had become extremely difficult. According to doctors, a liver transplant was his only chance of survival. At this critical moment, his…

Kanpur: A major breakthrough in cancer research by scientists at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has opened new possibilities for more effective treatment of colorectal cancer, one of the most aggressive forms of cancer affecting the intestine. Professor Bushra Ateeq from the Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, along with her research team, has identified a key protein known as DKC-1 that plays a crucial role in the rapid spread of colorectal cancer and in making cancer cells resistant to treatment. The findings, considered highly significant in the medical research…

Lucknow: An annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme and Alumni Meet focusing on the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare was organised by the Department of Physiology at Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences. Held under the banner of the ASSOPI UP Chapter, the event centred on the theme, “Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Contemporary Medical Research and Education.” The programme took place in hybrid mode at the auditorium of the institute’s Academic Block from 2 pm to 5 pm and witnessed enthusiastic participation from medical professionals,…