The recent Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius has reignited global conversations around emerging infectious diseases and pandemic preparedness. While health authorities continue to classify the overall public risk as low, the outbreak has drawn attention because the Andes strain is one of the few hantaviruses known to spread from person […]

Parkinson’s disease affects much more than movement. As the condition progresses, many patients experience gait instability, balance problems, and an increased risk of falls. A recent study has highlighted how visual perturbation training, a virtual reality based rehabilitation approach, may help improve walking patterns and reduce excessive visual dependency in people with early stage Parkinson’s […]

Modern endodontics continues to evolve with materials designed to improve healing and long term treatment success. A recent retrospective study has highlighted the effectiveness of hydraulic calcium silicate based sealers in managing apical periodontitis, offering encouraging evidence for clinicians seeking reliable obturation materials. The study evaluated 637 teeth diagnosed with symptomatic apical periodontitis that underwent […]

Global medical technology company Medtronic has announced plans to acquire SPR Therapeutics in a deal valued at approximately $650 million. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Medtronic’s position in chronic pain management by expanding its portfolio of minimally invasive and non-opioid treatment technologies. The move reflects the growing demand for safer and more advanced alternatives […]

Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited has reported strong financial performance for the fourth quarter of FY26, reflecting continued growth in India’s healthcare sector and rising demand for advanced medical services. The hospital chain posted robust increases in revenue, profitability, and operational performance across its core healthcare businesses. For the quarter ending March 2026, Apollo Hospitals reported […]

Mental health disorders have now emerged as the leading cause of disability worldwide, surpassing major illnesses such as cardiovascular disease and cancer, according to a recent global study. The findings highlight a major shift in global healthcare priorities and reinforce the urgent need for stronger mental healthcare systems, early intervention programs, and public awareness initiatives. […]

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare across the world, from faster diagnostics and predictive analytics to robotic surgeries and digital health platforms. However, as AI becomes more deeply integrated into healthcare systems, ethical concerns around regulation, transparency, patient safety, and equitable access are becoming increasingly important. At the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Union […]

Max Healthcare is strengthening its presence in Uttar Pradesh with plans to build a massive 712-bed super speciality hospital in Lucknow. The healthcare giant has approved an investment of nearly ₹1,400 crore for the greenfield project, marking one of the largest private healthcare infrastructure expansions in North India. The upcoming facility will be developed at […]