Childhood obesity is emerging as one of the most serious public health concerns in urban India, and recent observations from Kolkata highlight how rapidly the situation is evolving. Doctors have reported a sharp rise in obesity among children aged 11 to 14, with estimates suggesting nearly a 20% increase in this age group, particularly in […]

The global healthcare technology sector is witnessing a new wave of consolidation, and one of the latest developments highlights how companies are scaling rapidly to meet growing demand. India-based IKS Health is reportedly in advanced discussions to acquire US-listed TruBridge in a deal valued at around $600 million. This potential acquisition marks a significant step […]

A suspected measles outbreak in Bangladesh has triggered serious public health concern after authorities reported that around 98 children may have died in the past three weeks, with thousands more showing symptoms. In response, the government has begun an emergency vaccination push in the worst-affected areas to contain the spread and protect vulnerable children. Why […]

Mental healthcare cannot remain a secondary priority in public health systems, especially when specialist shortages directly affect patient access and treatment outcomes. In a significant development, the Chhattisgarh High Court has raised concern over the delay in recruiting senior mental health specialists, stating that prolonged vacancies in such critical posts cause serious prejudice to the […]

India’s health insurance sector may soon see a major shift toward simplicity, affordability, and transparency. The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is reportedly working on two important reforms: a basic no-frills health insurance plan and hospital performance scorecards. Together, these steps could make health insurance easier to understand, more accessible, and more […]

India’s healthcare system is increasingly moving toward digital accountability, standardised compliance, and tighter operational governance. In line with that shift, the government has now issued a final deadline for private hospitals under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) to complete their revised empanelment formalities. Hospitals that fail to comply by April 30, 2026, risk losing […]

Global conflicts often feel distant until their impact begins to show up in everyday essentials. For the healthcare industry, that moment is already here. As tensions continue in West Asia, hospitals and healthcare providers are beginning to face a serious operational challenge: rising costs of medical supplies, delayed imports, and growing pressure on patient care […]

For many healthcare professionals and families, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is typically seen as a seasonal respiratory illness that peaks during the colder months and gradually fades as spring approaches. However, recent observations suggest that RSV activity may be continuing later than expected, extending the period of infection risk and reinforcing the need for continued […]