Former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu to Inaugurate 10th Edition of CAHOCON 2026 in Chennai

Chennai, Apr 06: Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, former Vice President of India, is set to inaugurate the 10th edition of CAHOCON 2026, India’s premier healthcare quality conference organized by the Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organizations (CAHO), scheduled to be held in Chennai from April 10 to 12, 2026. Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director of Apollo Hospitals Group, will be the Guest of Honour at…

Wake Forest Study Explores ‘Movement Medicine’ to Reduce Pain in Older Adults

Apr 04: A new research initiative led by Jason Fanning, Associate Professor of Health & Exercise Science at Wake Forest University, is redefining how physical activity is approached for older adults—shifting the focus from traditional “exercise” to consistent movement throughout the day. Backed by $5.7 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health, the five-year study—titled A Mobile Health Intervention to Reduce Pain and Improve…

New Reform Bill to Simplify Rules and Support Growth in Healthcare Sector

New Delhi: The Jan Vishwas Bill is expected to bring significant relief to India’s healthcare ecosystem by reducing regulatory pressure and encouraging smoother operations across the sector, according to the Ministry. The Bill focuses on decriminalising minor offences and replacing them with civil penalties, a move that could greatly benefit hospitals, diagnostic centres, pharmaceutical firms, and medical device companies. Instead of facing criminal action for…

Canopy Surpasses 350,000 Lives Protected; Expands Clinical Strategy Team to Accelerate Pre-Escalation Intervention

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Apr 1 – Canopy, the category leader in connected safety platforms for U.S. health systems, announced that it now protects more than 350,000 lives nationwide and has expanded itsClinical Strategy Team to further the shift from reactive incident response to proactive, pre-escalation prevention with rich clinical focus and experience. As workplace violence, nurse burnout, and staff turnover continue to strain hospital…

India’s Bioeconomy Enters High-Growth Phase, Eyes $200 Billion Milestone

Pic Credit: Pexel India’s bioeconomy is fast emerging as one of the country’s most dynamic growth engines, steadily approaching the $200 billion mark. Fueled by innovation, research, and a thriving startup ecosystem, the sector is redefining how science contributes to economic progress and everyday life. From Niche to Mainstream Once limited to specialized research and pharmaceuticals, the bioeconomy has expanded into a wide spectrum of industries,…

HOSMAT Honours Cop Sridhar Murthy with Good Samaritan Award

Bengaluru, April 1, 2026: Recognised as one of India’s leading institutions in orthopaedics and trauma care, and now expanding into a comprehensive multispecialty healthcare provider, HOSMAT Hospitals today honoured Mr. Sridhar Murthy, Head Constable at Yelahanka Police Station, with its prestigious Good Samaritan Award for saving the life of a 38-year-old man attempting suicide on railway tracks near RMZ Galleria, Bengaluru.  Responding swiftly to a…

Autism Awareness Day: Dr. Ketan Patel Stresses Diet & Exercise Benefits

Apr 1: On the eve of World Autism Awareness Day (April 2,2026)  Dr Ketan Patel of Specialty Homeopathy said that 80 percent of autism cases can be cured through diet and exercise and in 20 percent of children, medicines are also required along with diet due to metabolic and genetic reasons. Homeopathy has proven to be very effective in treating in such genetic, metabolic &…

Lifestyle also influences the severity of endometriosis symptoms

According to a recent review by researchers at Semmelweis University, published in the journal Nutrients, lifestyle and dietary changes may help people living with endometriosis. The study analyzed more than 100 international papers and found that factors such as a healthy diet, regular physical activity, stress management, good sleep and adequate micronutrient intake can help reduce pain and improve quality of life. The Semmelweis University research team reviewed international studies…

Harnessing AI to Revolutionize Organ Transplants in India

Bhubaneswar, March 31: Emphasizing the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, Subhasish Panda, Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister’s Office, highlighted how AI could significantly enhance organ transplantation in India. Speaking at a workshop-cum-regional Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme on “Organ Transplantation and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare,” he said AI can integrate large datasets to support smarter, faster, and more informed clinical decisions.…

Odisha Governor Urges Stronger Awareness and Early Detection to Fight Cancer

On Monday, Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati urged everyone to come together to fight the rising number of cancer cases in the state. Speaking at the “Cancer-Free Odisha” Awareness Conclave and the Mahanayak–2026 Awards, he said cancer is not just a medical problem—it affects families and communities across Odisha. The Governor pointed out that lifestyle changes, tobacco use, environmental factors, and late diagnosis are contributing…