Tag: Health
WHO includes ‘gaming disorder’ as mental health condition
The World Health Organization has taken cognizance of studies suggesting the deteriorating of physical or psychological health due to enormous time spent in playing games rather than any physical activity................
J P Nadda releases National Health Profile-2018
The National Health Profile covers demographic, socio-economic, health status and health finance indicators, along with comprehensive information on health infrastructure and human resources in health...........
Maternal Mortality Ratio of India down by 22%
As per the 11th Common Review Mission (CRM) report, the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) of India has declined from 167 in 2011-2013 to 130 in 2014-2016.............
Study report on Indian pharma exports to China released
The report prepared by the IMS Health team along with PHARMEXCIL and industry stakeholders was released by the Union Commerce Minister, Suresh Prabhu at New Delhi.............
Polio experts commend India for maintaining polio-free status
The experts commended the strong leadership of the Government of India, as well as the ownership of the state governments for maintaining polio-free status for more than seven years and ensuring that every child is vaccinated against the disease..............
India adopts new strategy to accelerate ‘Lymphatic Filariasis’ elimination
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda launched 'Accelerated Plan for Elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis' and phased adoption of new treatment strategy for India at the global meet held in New Delhi.................
Two top R&D institutes develop a better solution for disposal of...
Inappropriate handling of the used pads is already posing a major challenge as the pads grow harmful pathogens causing serious health and environmental hazards............
Johnson & Johnson announces progress towards health for humanity goals
The company's annual 'Health for Humanity' report discloses progress on global commitments and highlights key achievements toward eradicating and preventing disease, reimagining care delivery and promoting lifelong health................
4 years of Modi govt: J P Nadda lists the achievements...
At a press conference held in Delhi, Union Health Minister, J P Nadda highlighted the various healthcare policy related achievements of the Narendra Modi led government that completed its four years recently...........
India offers a huge opportunity to healthcare at home business!
Despite having limitations in terms of locations during its early phase, the healthcare delivery at home market is opening up, expanding slowly and steadily yet making its mark in India.................