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HEALTHSep 30Clear ₹2,500 crore hospital dues, Telangana network hospital body urges govt.A network of hospitals in Telangana is urging the government to clear significant outstanding dues. This issue highlights financial challenges within the healthcare system.The Hindu
HEALTHSep 30Operation Thelima: licences of four food establishments suspended in WayanadThirteen establishments inspected; five recommended for compounding proceedings; 120 kg of food items seized and destroyedThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 30IIHR’s Arka Shakti root stock could help farmers tackle Gummy Stem Blight disease in watermelonThe scientists noted that soil develops infection when watermelon is cultivated in the same soil without any crop rotation for a long timeThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 30Can India curb childhood obesity by banning junk food near schools?Shivanjali Singh has worked hard to raise two healthy, athletic children in India, but worries about their ability to resist the lure of junk food constantly surrounding them. Her children, aged 14 and 10, are national-level skaters and have grown up on home-cooked food and drinks such as coconut water rather than fizzy drinks and crisps. Yet Singh, who lives in Noida in the National Capital Region, sees sugary drinks and unhealthy snacks everywhere from school surroundings to sports...South China Morning Post
HEALTHSep 30Why rare-disease drugs could become India’s next pharma frontierSince India has already shown the world how to make drugs affordable, the next challenge is to show the world how to make rare-disease drugs accessible; with a streamlined regulatory pathway, appropriate financial incentives, and government procurement, India could build a globally competitive rare-disease pharmaceutical sectorThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 30Maharashtra FDA tightens infant food rules, bans formula promotions and influencer advertisingThe Maharashtra FDA has tightened regulations on infant food, specifically banning formula promotions and influencer advertising. This action aims to impact public health and marketing practices in the region.The Hindu
HEALTHSep 29Food Safety dept. officials direct stall owners to maintain hygieneOfficials conduct surprise raids at Eat Street, interact with the public and enquire about the quality of food being soldThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 29Keralam govt. directs KMSCL to expedite medicine purchase ordersDirectives were given at a meeting convened by Health Minister K. Muraleedharan after medicine shortage was reported from periphery hospitals to tertiary care centresThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 29Issue guidelines for psychosocial counsellors: Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child RightsThe Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has requested the issuance of guidelines for psychosocial counselors. This initiative aims to regulate and improve support services for children.The Hindu
HEALTHSep 29Fever cases see spurt in Kozhikode, alert issued against measlesHundreds of patients seeking outpatient treatment every day in government hospitals and health centres in the districtThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 29Bengaluru fake drug racket: SIT probes hospitals that purchased medicines from accused, examines complianceSIT probes hospitals that purchased medicines from accused, examines complianceThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 29282 vs . 233 : Closing India heart attack gapThe article discusses efforts to close the gap in heart attack outcomes in India, highlighting disparities possibly indicated by the numbers 282 vs. 233. This indicates a focus on improving cardiovascular health and reducing mortality rates in the region.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
HEALTHSep 29Nine per cent of students report suicidal thoughts, finds Supreme Court-appointed panel’s surveyA nationwide survey by the National Task Force found 15% of students felt overwhelmed or distressed and 9% reported suicidal thoughts in the past six months, ahead of its final report due on October 31The Hindu
HEALTHSep 29Worms found in Dehradun Doon University hostel food , students stage protest demanding actionStudents at a university hostel discovered worms in their food, leading to protests and demands for action. This highlights a significant food safety issue and student dissatisfaction at the institution.moneycontrol.com · India
HEALTHSep 28Madin Academy launches anti-drug initiative under ‘Operation Toofan’Under the initiative, Madin Institute of Mental Health and Rehabilitation to provide free treatment to 50 people seeking to overcome drug addiction, based on recommendations from the Home MinisterThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 28Hospitals in Visakhapatnam mark World Heart Day with focus on early detectionHospitals in Visakhapatnam observed World Heart Day with a focus on early detection of heart conditions. This initiative aims to raise awareness about cardiovascular health.The Hindu
HEALTHSep 28Epidemic prevention to be strengthened through coordination committees in KeralamThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 28Maxivision opens second eye hospital in VijayawadaMaxivision has opened its second eye hospital in Vijayawada. This marks an expansion of healthcare services in the region.The Hindu
HEALTHSep 28Beyond borders and difficult roads, government hospitals in Telangana’s Bhadradri Kothagudem keep specialised care goingGovernment hospitals in Telangana's Bhadradri Kothagudem district are providing specialized healthcare despite geographical challenges. This highlights ongoing public health efforts in a difficult region of India.The Hindu
HEALTHSep 28Centre should intervene when patented medicines are sold at exorbitant rate: Kerala HCCourt holds that Central government can use a medicine’s patent to manufacture and sell it to public, including underprivileged patients, on non-commercial basisThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 27Study flags E. coli in 67% of water samples in Keralam’s Pala regionThe Hindu
HEALTHSep 27Free Press To Host Drug Awareness Seminar In Bhopal On September 30A seminar on drug awareness will be hosted in Bhopal on September 30th. This event aims to educate the public on issues related to drug use.freepressjournal.in · India
HEALTHSep 27Match sickle cell status, not horoscopes before marriage, say experts in OdishaOne can endure the excruciating pain caused by the disease, but it is far more difficult to overcome the stigma associated with it, says Asish, a Homozygous Sickle Cell Anaemia patient.The Hindu
HEALTHSep 26Ernakulam continues to report highest number of influenza cases in KeralamA total of 969 cases reported in the district till September 26. The State recorded 2,205 confirmed influenza cases during the month. As many as 20 deaths were reported due to influenza in the State.The Hindu