New Delhi, May 5 (BNP): The Government of India has further strengthened its framework for rare disease management under the National Policy for Rare Diseases, 2021, building on the National Health Policy, 2017. The policy is being implemented through 15 Centres of Excellence across the country, including two in the North-East, to improve access to specialised diagnosis and treatment services. Officials said the focus is on…
SimonMed Scales AI Across Routine Imaging to Deliver Preventive Insights Nationwide
SCOTTSDALE, AZ – May 5th, 2026 – SimonMed, a national outpatient imaging provider and leader in radiology innovation and longevity health technology, today announced the expansion of its AI-enabled imaging platform, embedding advanced, FDA-cleared technologies directly into routine diagnostic exams across its nationwide network. The expansion reflects a broader shift in healthcare from imaging as a one-time diagnostic test to a continuous source of preventive…
New Study Finds Low-Dose Eye Drops Successful in Managing Adult Myopia for 24 Hours UH Researchers Say One Drop of Atropine is All it Takes for Beneficial Effects
HOUSTON, May 5 – Groundbreaking research from the University of Houston shows that a single low-dose atropine eye drop can produce daylong effects in managing myopia, or nearsightedness, which affects roughly one-third of U.S. adults. Professor of Optometry Lisa Ostrin and postdoctoral researcher Barsha Lal are reporting that even one drop in the eye of low-dose atropine (0.01%–0.1%) produces clear changes in pupil size and…
Celebrating National Fitness Day with Major Milestones for Fitness Pioneer Elaine LaLanne
During March we celebrated some incredible women. We wanted to recognize one more incredible woman on National Fitness Day, Elaine LaLanne who has had not only a remarkable career but a remarkable year so far and should be celebrated on National Fitness Day! First, she and her late husband Jack were inducted into the at the global Health & Fitness Association (HFA) “Hall of Fame” on Sunday,…
Green Cards, Safer Generations: A Grassroots Fight Against Sickle Cell in Maharashtra
Maharashtra, India May 02: As Maharashtra celebrates its foundation day, a small village near Shirpur is offering a powerful narrative of progress—where tradition is evolving with science, and communities are taking charge of their future through informed choices. In a quiet yet transformative shift, age-old matrimonial traditions here are being redefined, not by horoscopes or kundlis, but by health cards. In this unique community-led practice,…
India Deploys Health Cube in Jamaica Under CARICOM Partnership
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): India has deployed its “Aarogya Maitri” health cube in Jamaica as part of its efforts to deepen healthcare cooperation with CARICOM member countries and enhance emergency medical preparedness in the region. The mobile medical unit is designed to provide rapid and effective critical care support during natural disasters, public health emergencies, and other crisis situations where immediate healthcare infrastructure may…
New Study Shows Mental Health Campaigns and Digital Tools Reduce Risk in Slums
New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): A recent study has found that community-based anti-stigma programmes, along with a digital mental health support tool, have helped reduce risks of depression, self-harm, and suicide among adolescents living in urban slum areas. The research covered 60 slum clusters across New Delhi and Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh, focusing on improving awareness and access to mental health care for vulnerable teenagers.…
Azara Healthcare Recognized with KLAS 2026 Points of Light Award for Maternal Risk Reporting Collaboration Across Ohio
Statewide initiative with the Ohio Association of Community Health Centers, CareSource, and Humana more than doubled Pregnancy Risk Assessment Form submission rates, accelerating identification of high-risk pregnancies and strengthening Medicaid continuity BURLINGTON, Mass. — [April 30, 2026] — Azara Healthcare, the four-time Best in KLAS provider of population health and value-based care solutions for the safety net, together with the Ohio Association of Community Health…
India Strengthens Position as Global Centre for Affordable CAR-T Cancer Therapy
Apr 29 (BNP): India is rapidly positioning itself as one of the world’s most accessible destinations for CAR-T cell therapy, driven by advances in biotechnology and more affordable treatment options, according to ImmunoACT. The company highlighted that India’s growing capabilities in cell and gene therapy are helping make advanced cancer treatments more accessible to patients, both domestically and internationally. CAR-T therapy, which involves modifying a…
Dr. Hemant Barua Receives Rastriya Ratan Samman for Work in Vedic Astrology
New Delhi, Apr 28 (BNP): Dr. Hemant Barua has been honoured with the prestigious Rastriya Ratan Samman in recognition of his contributions to research and practice in Vedic astrology. The award ceremony was held on April 25 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, where eminent personalities from various fields gathered to celebrate achievements across specialised domains. The honour was presented by actress and Member of Parliament…