When most people think of stage 4 lung cancer, they assume it’s the end of the road. But thanks to the advances in immunotherapy, one elderly patient from Gurgaon has proved that even aggressive cancer at a late stage can be managed—with a good quality of life. At Paras Hospitals, Gurgaon, a 79-year-old man diagnosed […]

India’s healthcare system is at a crucial turning point. In a recent policy discussion hosted by the Centre for Social and Economic Progress (CSEP), Dr. V.K. Paul, Member (Health) of NITI Aayog, raised strong concerns about India’s current doctor shortage and outdated medical education system. He shared a bold vision to transform healthcare delivery by […]

Managing diabetes without daily injections or healing painful skin wounds with your own genetically repaired skin. Thanks to recent innovations in medical science, this is becoming a reality. At the American Diabetes Association (ADA) meeting in Chicago, groundbreaking studies revealed how inhaled insulin, once-weekly insulin injections, and personalized gene therapy are transforming treatment for people […]

The Kerala High Court has taken a firm step toward transparency in healthcare by upholding a key rule in the Kerala Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2018. The court has dismissed petitions filed by major medical associations like the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and Kerala Private Hospitals Association, which had challenged certain provisions of […]

A groundbreaking DNA test developed by scientists from the University of Cambridge, in partnership with the Spanish National Cancer Research Centre (CNIO) and Cambridge-based startup Tailor Bio, has the potential to revolutionise cancer treatment. Supported by Cancer Research UK, this test predicts whether cancer patients will respond to chemotherapy. How It Works The test examines […]

In a major step toward digitising and strengthening healthcare systems, the Karnataka government has issued a new order requiring all government hospitals to update their medical equipment information on the state’s eProcurement portal. This directive, released on June 24, aims to enhance transparency, streamline procurement processes, improve maintenance tracking, and ensure quicker repairs or replacements […]

Hair loss during chemotherapy is one of the most difficult side effects that cancer patients face, especially for women. But now, there’s good news. HCG Manavata Cancer Centre (HCGMCC) in Nashik has introduced Scalp Cooling Therapy, a technology that helps reduce hair loss during chemotherapy. This blog by The Doctorpreneur Academy explains how this breakthrough […]

In a major step towards making healthcare more accessible and affordable across India, Bajaj Allianz General Insurance has launched a first-of-its-kind initiative—State-Wise Health Insurance Policies. These new insurance plans are tailored to the unique medical needs, healthcare infrastructure, and treatment costs of each Indian state. The idea is simple: one size does not fit all […]