Metropolis Healthcare Ltd (MHL), one of India’s top diagnostics chains, is set for major growth. Ameera Shah, the company’s promoter and executive chairperson, shared that Metropolis plans to acquire 2–3 companies every year, mainly in North and East India, to expand its presence and focus on specialty diagnostics. Focus on High-End Specialty Testing Metropolis is […]

Good sleep is the foundation of good health. But millions of people in India suffer silently from sleep disorders like Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)—often without even knowing it. In a major step forward, AIIMS Nagpur has opened a new state-of-the-art Sleep Lab to provide early diagnosis and treatment for these conditions. Why This Sleep Lab […]

India takes a big step in the fight against tuberculosis (TB) with the launch of the ‘TB One’ Solution by Haystack Analytics. This new Make-in-India innovation is designed to bring advanced, genomics-based TB testing into everyday diagnostic labs and hospitals—without expensive upgrades. Launched at the ICMR India Innovation Summit: Pioneering Solutions to End TB on […]

The Indian government has acknowledged the need to bring uniformity in Naturopathy education, as different states follow different course durations and syllabi. Currently, students in states with five-year courses receive the title of “Doctor”, while those completing a four-year course do not. This inconsistency has led to confusion and inequality among Naturopathy practitioners. During a […]

The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) has been a game-changer in India’s healthcare system, providing free secondary and tertiary care to millions. However, a Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare has highlighted some key gaps that need urgent attention: 1️. Lack of OPD (Outpatient Department) services2️. Limited post-hospitalization medication coverage3️. […]

A new neuroimaging study has revealed something fascinating – simply watching nature can reduce how people experience pain! Scientists from the University of Vienna and the University of Exeter found that viewing natural scenes can change brain activity linked to pain perception, providing a new way to manage pain without medication. How Nature Helps Reduce […]

Resident doctors across India are raising their voices against inhuman 36-hour shifts that are severely affecting their mental health, physical well-being, and patient care. Under the United Doctors Front (UDF), doctors have written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding the strict enforcement of fixed duty hours through a Uniform Residency Scheme. What Are the Doctors […]

As a doctor in India, you might wonder whether you need GST registration for your practice. The answer depends on the nature of your services and whether you provide only exempt healthcare services or engage in taxable activities. Here’s a detailed breakdown to help you understand GST compliance for doctors. 1️. If You Are Providing […]