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US Health Secretary bats for stronger India-US medical research partnership

August 19, 2023

Becerra reaffirmed US government’s commitment to health security and preparedness for future threats “India has come a long way. The G20 presidency in India...

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WHO DG calls for global commitment to digital health, pandemic preparedness

August 18, 2023

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“The Global Initiative on Digital Health will align with WHO’s Global Strategy on Digital Health and strengthen other related efforts,” Dr...

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Arogya Karnataka model for mental health insurance draws praise from Lancet

August 18, 2023

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The scheme, which boasts an impressive enrollment rate across the state, not only covers physical ailments but also offers insurance coverage for various...

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Gandhinagar Declaration: WHO member states unite to end Tuberculosis by 2030

August 18, 2023

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The declaration was formalized at the conclusion of a two-day ministerial meeting titled ‘Sustain, Accelerate, and Innovate to end TB in the South-East...

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WHO chief bats for integration of traditional medicine into national health systems

August 17, 2023

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Growing up in Ethiopia, a country with its own rich history of traditional medicine, I saw first-hand how communities relied on traditional practitioners for...

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PM Modi welcomes WHO DG to traditional medicine summit, calls him ‘Tulsi bhai’

August 17, 2023

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The event will provide a platform for experts and practitioners to explore the latest scientific advancements and evidence-based knowledge in the sector, with...

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Indian doctors divided on generic drug push

August 16, 2023

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Indian Medical Association urges the government to have ‘one drug, one quality, one price’ system whereby all brands should either be sold at the...

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Cardamom a potential superfood: Study reveals appetite control and fat loss benefits

August 16, 2023

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From an economic perspective, the discovery of cardamom’s health benefits could provide opportunities for both health-conscious consumers and cardamom...

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Vitamin K has a potential role in promoting lung health: study

August 14, 2023

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While more research is needed to establish a concrete link and explore potential interventions, the findings highlight the importance of a wholesome lifestyle...

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Bangladesh battles its most lethal dengue fever outbreak, hundreds killed

August 14, 2023

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Dengue is a viral infection transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes and is found in tropical and sub-tropical climates worldwide, mostly...