New Delhi, June 25: The Government of India has launched AIR SUVIDHA 2.0, a digital health declaration system for passengers arriving from Ebola-affected countries, to strengthen public health screening and border preparedness. The upgraded platform will require travellers from identified high-risk countries to submit health and travel details online before arrival in India. This will help authorities assess risk in advance and streamline screening at…
New Peer-Reviewed Study Published Ahead of World Vitiligo Day Demonstrates Improved Outcomes When GliSODin® Is Combined With Targeted Phototherapy
Research Published in Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine Shows Significant Improvements in Repigmentation and Quality of Life for Patients With Localized Vitiligo PARIS, France, June 25: New clinical research published in the peer-reviewed journal Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine demonstrates that combining oral gliadin-protected superoxide dismutase (GP-SOD), the patented antioxidant technology behind GliSODin®, with targeted phototherapy significantly improves outcomes for patients with localized vitiligo compared to phototherapy alone. The study,…
Toray Develops Breakthrough Hydrophilic Coating for Contact Lenses and Other Silicone-Based Medical Devices
Tokyo, Japan, June 24: Toray Industries, Inc. announced today that it has developed an innovative hydrophilic coating that enhances the wettability of silicone materials by more than 20 times. This breakthrough enables silicone to achieve durable hydrophilicity, opening new possibilities for contact lenses and a broad range of medical device applications. Silicone materials are widely used in medical devices, including contact lenses and catheters, due to…
500 Robotic Knee Replacements Restore Mobility to Hundreds at CARE Hospitals
Visakhapatnam, June 24: CARE Hospitals, Health City, Visakhapatnam, continues to strengthen its position as a leader in robotic orthopaedic care in North Andhra Pradesh by successfully completing 500 robotic knee replacement surgeries within a year. The milestone reflects the hospital’s commitment to providing advanced treatment solutions for patients suffering from severe knee arthritis and debilitating joint pain. Led by Dr. Ravi Chandra Vattipalli, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Chief Robotic…
Ebola Cases in DR Congo Cross 1,000 as WHO Flags Unusually High Early Spread
June 24: The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported 1,094 Ebola cases amid a sharp early surge in the outbreak, with the World Health Organization (WHO) noting the unusually high caseload recorded in the first month. Health authorities said the rapid rise in infections has triggered intensified response measures, including expanded surveillance, contact tracing and emergency preparedness across affected regions. The WHO has expressed…
India Emerges as Global Generics Powerhouse, Says Expert
June 24: India’s strong position in global pharmaceutical markets, particularly its approximately 20 per cent share in global generic drug exports, provides a solid foundation for sustained industry growth, according to industry experts. Experts note that this leadership in generics reflects India’s robust manufacturing ecosystem, cost competitiveness and deep expertise in producing high-quality, affordable medicines for global markets. The country’s pharmaceutical sector continues to play…
New App Helps Congenital Heart Disease Patients Continue Specialty Care
Congenital heart disease is a condition primarily associated with infants and children, but that is changing. There are currently more adults than children living with congenital heart disease (ACHD) in the U.S. an estimated 2 million adults – and that number is increasing at a rate of 5% to 10% each year. Unfortunately, the vast majority of adults who were born with congenital heart disease…
Organic Tattva Introduces ‘Shddhasana’: Because Wellness Begins Long Before You Step on the Yoga Mat
New Delhi, June 24: While Yoga Day often celebrates physical postures and mindfulness practices, Organic Tattva is shifting the conversation to what truly fuels holistic wellness: purity on the plate. With the launch of its new sprouts campaign featuring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Organic Tattva introduces the philosophy of Shddhasana the practice of embracing purity in everyday food choices. The brand believes that wellness doesn’t…
Preventive Health Measures Could Deliver Massive Global Savings: WEF
New Delhi, June 23, 2026: Investing in simple preventive healthcare measures could help the world save nearly USD 6 trillion by 2040, according to a World Economic Forum (WEF) report. The report highlights that shifting focus from treating diseases to preventing them can significantly reduce long-term healthcare costs while improving overall public health outcomes. It notes that early diagnosis, routine health check-ups, vaccinations, healthier lifestyles,…
Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital, Powai Celebrates International Yoga Day 2026
Mumbai, June 23 : Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital, Powai celebrated International Yoga Day 2026, themed “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” with a series of wellness initiatives, including a special yoga session at the hospital and a community yoga programme at Ghatkopar Metro Station. The celebrations commenced on June 20 with a special yoga session at the hospital involving Mumbai Traffic Police personnel, promoting physical and…