The rise of antibiotic resistance in India has become a double-edged sword, affecting both public health and the financial stability of families. According to a recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) published in BMJ Open, treating antibiotic-resistant infections costs significantly more than treating drug-susceptible infections. This financial burden is forcing many […]

In a landmark ruling, the Delhi High Court has directed all government and private hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics to provide free and immediate medical care to survivors of rape, acid attacks, and sexual violence. This decision underscores the importance of ensuring timely and comprehensive support for victims, and removing barriers to accessing medical care. […]

To address the growing issue of unemployment among medical graduates, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) is set to launch an innovative platform, the ‘Doctors Employment Exchange’, on December 27. This online portal aims to create new opportunities for doctors in private hospitals across India and abroad, serving as a bridge between medical professionals and healthcare […]

The National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) has introduced new super specialty courses for Ayurveda practitioners under its postgraduate regulations, focusing on disciplines like Ayurveda psychiatry, reproductive medicine, orthopedics, oncology, gerontology, and hepatology. While this is a significant step forward for Ayurveda, Ayurvedic surgeons specializing in Shalyatantra (MS) feel left behind, as none […]

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant public health challenge, despite free diagnosis and treatment under India’s National TB Elimination Program (NTEP). A recent study published in Global Health Research and Policy highlights that nearly half of people with TB (PwTB) in India incur “catastrophic costs,” primarily due to lost wages and hospital expenses, even though the […]

In an exciting step towards sustainable healthcare and local manufacturing, the Indian government has announced plans to provide up to 30% subsidy for the production of electric ambulances (e-ambulances). This initiative, under the PM E-DRIVE scheme, aims to encourage the early development and adoption of eco-friendly ambulances across the country. About the PM E-DRIVE Scheme […]

The Gujarat government is taking strong steps to tackle fraudulent practices under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), a health insurance scheme that provides coverage to millions of citizens. This comes after the unfortunate deaths of two PM-JAY beneficiaries at a hospital following a botched angioplasty. To address these issues, the government […]

In a major step towards advancing medical research and improving healthcare in India, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, and the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) have joined forces. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on December 17, 2024, at AIIMS, New Delhi, marking a strategic partnership between […]