New Delhi, India, Feb 09 : A new evidence-based Viewpoint published online in Lancet Regional Health: Southeast Asia highlights that the widely used glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) test, as available in India, may not accurately reflect blood glucose levels for millions of Indians, particularly in regions with high prevalence of anemia, hemoglobinopathies, and red blood cell enzyme (G6PD) deficiency. Led by Professor Anoop Misra and collaborators,…
Motorica India Showcases Advanced Prosthetic Innovation at 29th OPAI National Conference
Feb 09: Motorica, a leading MedTech company specializing in assistive technologies and medical cybernetics, participated in the 29th National Conference of the Orthotics and Prosthetics Association of India OPAI, held at the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Auditorium in Ahmedabad. The three day national conference aims to highlight the growing importance of innovation and collaboration within India’s assistive technology ecosystem. The conference brought together prosthetists, orthotists, clinicians,…
KIMS Hospital Trains Auto Drivers as First Responders in CPR & First Aid
Against the Backdrop of India’s approx 1.77 Lakh Road Deaths yearly, KIMS Hospital Trains Auto-Rickshaw Drivers in Life-Saving CPR, First Aid as First Responders Thane, Feb 07: KIMS Hospitals, Thane, has launched a community-focused, community-led initiative to strengthen emergency response during the critical golden hour by training auto-rickshaw drivers as first responders. As part of the program, over 100 auto-rickshaw drivers from the Thane–Ghodbunder Road…
MNJ Institute Performs 250+ Robotic Surgeries, Boosting Cancer Care and Training
MNJ Institute of Oncology performs over 250 robotic-assisted surgeries strengthening gynaecological cancer care and surgical training Hyderabad, Feb 06: MNJ Institute of Oncology, a government-run tertiary cancer centre with more than five decades of service, has conducted over 250 robotic-assisted cancer surgeries during the past 30 months, delivered free of cost to patients from economically weaker and middle-income backgrounds. A significant proportion of these procedures have…
SIMS Hospital strengthens healthcare partnership with Seychelles during President Herminie’s India Visit
Left to right: Dr. Raju Sivaswamy, Vice President, Dr. Ravi Pachamuthu, Chairman of SRM Group, President of the Republic of Seychelles, His Excellency Dr Patrick Herminie, Mrs. Veronique Herminie, First Lady of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr. Marvin Nolan Fanny, Hon’ble Minister of Health, Seychelles, Mr. Paul Robin, CEO, SIMS International. Chennai, Feb 6: His Excellency Dr. Patrick Herminie, Honourable President of the Republic of…
Paras Health Treats Over 20,000 Cancer Patients in a Year Amid Rising Cancer Burden in India
Paras Health Highlights Rising Cancer Burden in India; Treats Over 20,000 Cancer Patients Across Its Network in a Year Delhi NCR, Feb 5: In the wake of World Cancer Day, Paras Health released consolidated oncology data revealing that over 20,000 new cancer patients were diagnosed and treated between January 2025 and January 2026 across its hospitals in Delhi NCR, Patna, Panchkula, Kanpur, Udaipur, Srinagar, Ranchi,…
Arete Hospitals Launches ‘Mindful Milestones’ Cyclothon to Promote Cancer Awareness
Hyderabad, Feb 05: In observance of World Cancer Day, Arete Hospitals officially launched Cyclothon – Edition 1, a cause-led initiative designed to raise awareness about cancer prevention, early detection, and healthy living. All proceeds from the Cyclothon will be directed towards cancer care charity initiatives, supporting awareness, screening, and patient support programs. The announcement was made at a press conference held today, during which the…
Centre For Sight Expands Bihar Footprint with New Advanced Eye Hospital in Patna
Centre For Sight Strengthens Its Presence in Bihar with the Launch of a New Advanced Eye Hospital at Saguna More, Patna Patna, Feb 05: Centre For Sight, India’s one of the most trusted super-specialty eye care networks, has announced the launch of its state-of-the-art eye hospital at Saguna More, Patna, further strengthening its presence in Bihar. With two advanced centres now operational at Kankarbagh and…
KIMSHEALTH Opens Developmental Pediatric Clinic at Its Attingal Medical Centre
Dr. M I Sahadulla, Chairman and Managing Director, KIMSHEALTH inaugurating the Developmental Pediatric Clinic, at KIMSHEALTH Medical Centre, Attingal. Dr. Deepa Binod, Consultant, Department of Developmental Pediatrics, KIMSHEALTH; Sudheer Mohammed, Cluster Manager, KIMSHEALTH Medical Centres; Jacob Mathew, DGM Operations, KIMSHEALTH; Jerry Philip, CEO, KIMSHEALTH; Dr. Babu George, Senior Consultant, Department of Developmental Pediatrics, KIMSHEALTH nearby. Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 5: KIMSHEALTH has opened its Developmental Pediatric Clinic, at KIMSHEALTH Medical Centre, Attingal. The newly launched clinic is dedicated to the assessment and management of developmental, behavioural, and learning…
Fortis Shalimar Bagh Lights Up Delhi’s Tallest Tower in Purple for Cancer Awareness
New Delhi, Feb 04: In a powerful message to amplify cancer awareness and highlight the critical importance of early detection, timely treatment and united community action, Fortis Shalimar Bagh in partnership with Prasar Bharti organised a symbolic illumination ceremony of Delhi’s Tallest Tower – The iconic TV Tower in Pitampura (approximately 235 metres tall). The landmark was illuminated in purple, the global colour symbolising cancer awareness.…