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HEALTHAug 23No new H1N1 strain in India, existing vaccines sufficient, says ICMRInfluenza strains currently circulating are well matched with the vaccine strains, and the seasonal flu is self-limiting, ICMR said, adding that people with underlying medical conditions are at risk of complicationThe Hindu
HEALTHAug 22Naveen Jindal Unveils Dr . Anoop Bhagat Ground breaking Book Metabolic Neuropsychiatry : Clinical Principles and Practice at Longevity Summit India 2026Naveen Jindal has unveiled Dr. Anoop Bhagat's groundbreaking book, "Metabolic Neuropsychiatry: Clinical Principles and Practice," at the Longevity Summit India 2026. The book's subject matter relates to the intersection of metabolism and neuropsychiatry.calcuttanews.net · India
HEALTHAug 21Student well-being in India declines sharply through senior school years, finds studyAccording to the findings of the study, sleep declined steadily and sharply as students moved into higher grades; the grade-level trend showed a deterioration in sleep as academic pressure increased.The Hindu
HEALTHAug 19Top India court allows passive euthanasia, but few aware of ‘living wills’Families of terminally ill patients have little or no awareness or preparedness for what comes next.Al Jazeera [en]
HEALTHAug 19Indian Medical Association Kerala chapter seeks rollback of Maharashtra move allowing homoeopathy doctors to practise modern medicineIMA office-bearers say a short-term pharmacology course cannot replace the comprehensive medical education and clinical training required to practise modern medicine. They say the decision can compromise patient safety and the quality of treatmentThe Hindu
HEALTHAug 18U . S . drug overdose deaths fall by over 12 %, CDC data shows ; Indiana communities continue to battle fentanylData from the CDC shows a more than 12% decrease in U.S. drug overdose deaths, though Indiana communities are still combating fentanyl. This indicates a national improvement while highlighting persistent local challenges.wbiw.com · United States
HEALTHAug 12Rising obesity among Indian women underscores need for preconception interventionsIdentifying and addressing health risks in both prospective parents could improve reproductive and pregnancy outcomes, experts sayThe Hindu
HEALTHAug 10Why Indians are ageing faster than they realise - The HinduBusinessLineThis article explores why people in India may be aging faster than generally perceived. The report is from The Hindu BusinessLine.thehindubusinessline.com · India
HEALTHAug 5India Together : Why are so many housewives taking their lives ? This article investigates the concerning trend of a high number of housewives in India reportedly taking their own lives.indiatogether.org · India
HEALTHAug 4India healthcare history : Over 20 , 000 organ transplants in a yearIndia has achieved a significant milestone in healthcare, performing over 20,000 organ transplants within a single year. This highlights a notable development in the country's medical capabilities and patient care.organiser.org · India
HEALTHAug 4Hexavalent vaccine could improve India’s immunisation programme: StudyA study by the Union Health Ministry and partner organisations says introducing the hexavalent vaccine under the Universal Immunisation Programme could reduce the number of injections, ease pressure on health workers and improve programme efficiencyThe Hindu
HEALTHAug 4India hits record 1.37 lakh MBBS seats; private colleges hold 54% shareOver the past five years, the overall number of MBBS seats has grown steadily, but until recently, government medical colleges retained a slight majority; as MBBS seat distribution shifts steadily towards the private sector, the affordability of medical education emerges as a significant concernThe Hindu
HEALTHAug 3Defendants awaiting trial are filling up psychiatric hospital beds . Indiana officials call it a crisiswfyi.org · United States
HEALTHAug 2Why breastfeeding rates have dropped in India : insights from NFHS - 6An analysis based on NFHS-6 data examines the reasons behind a decline in breastfeeding rates in India. This sheds light on public health trends and challenges.thehindu.com · India
HEALTHAug 2Students lead the charge against substance abuse as Fit India Sundays on Cycle champions Nasha Mukt Bharat prokerala.com · India
HEALTHAug 1Why More Indians Are Turning to Dermatology Than Ever BeforeThe article explores the reasons behind an increasing number of Indians seeking dermatological services. This indicates a growing trend in health and personal care.sakshipost.com · India
HEALTHJul 31Indiana expands access to GLP - 1s for Medicaid recipients with obesityIndiana has expanded Medicaid access for recipients with obesity to include GLP-1 medications. This policy change aims to provide broader treatment options for a health condition.wbaa.org · United States
HEALTHJul 30Walter Reed Skull Base Team ( Including Indian American Physician ) Performs Innovative Brain SurgeryA team at Walter Reed performed an innovative brain surgery, showcasing advancements in medical procedures. This highlights progress in surgical techniques and healthcare.newsindiatimes.com · United States
HEALTHJul 30Neurologist calls for national dialogue to address rural India’s emergency care crisisA neurologist is advocating for a national discussion to tackle the critical emergency care shortage in rural India. This highlights a significant healthcare disparity requiring policy attention.The Hindu
HEALTHJul 30Indian Psychiatric Society urges mental health policy revamp in KeralaA delegation of psychiatrists met Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan at Thiruvananthapuram and submitted a memorandum seeking reforms in mental healthcare delivery, infrastructure and governanceThe Hindu
HEALTHJul 29India hepatitis burden is a ticking time bomb : Doctors shares how to prevent silent , irreversible liver damageDoctors are warning that India faces a significant and growing hepatitis burden, which they describe as a "ticking time bomb." They are sharing information on how to prevent silent, irreversible liver damage associated with the disease.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
HEALTHJul 28India’s dengue burden grows more complex as multiple virus strains circulate together, study findsThe two-year nationwide surveillance study by the ICMR-VRDL network reveals increased risk of severe disease, and fresh challenges for the rollout of future dengue vaccination programmesThe Hindu
HEALTHJul 27India Free Hepatitis Testing & Treatment DriveIndia is implementing a free testing and treatment drive for Hepatitis, aiming to address public health concerns related to the disease.newkerala.com · India
HEALTHJul 23Takedas Qdenga Becomes First Dengue Vaccine Approved India“Takeda Pharmaceutical's dengue vaccine Qdenga has been approved by India's drug regulator, making it the first such vaccine to be cleared in the country, the Japanese drugmaker's ​India unit said on Monday. Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral disease and one of the fastest-spreading ‌vector-borne illnesses globally. The World Health Organization reported a record 14.4 million […] The post Takedas Qdenga Becomes First Dengue Vaccine Approved India appeared first on Human Progress.Human Progress