Health
14-year-old girls in India to get free HPV vaccines
India is taking a major step in women’s health with a nationwide programme offering free HPV vaccinations to 14-year-old girls. Scheduled to…
Kerala infant donor saves 4 lives
In a heart-rending yet inspiring story from Kerala, a 10-month-old baby has become the youngest organ donor in the State, helping save…
AI stethoscopes help bridge screening gaps
Artificial intelligence-enabled digital stethoscopes could significantly improve health screenings, especially in areas with limited access to specialists, according to recent studies. Researchers…
Bird flu alert in Tamil Nadu after mass crow deaths
Tamil Nadu has issued a bird flu alert following the sudden deaths of more than 1,000 crows in Chennai and nearby areas,…
Trump launches TrumpRx for cheaper medicines
Donald Trump has launched a new website called TrumpRx.gov, aimed at helping people access lower-priced prescription drugs amid rising healthcare costs. The…
Budget boosts Biopharma, cuts cancer drug costs
The Union Budget 2026‑27, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, focuses on strengthening India’s healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors while lowering the cost…
SC declares menstrual health a fundamental right
In a major win for girls’ education and menstrual health, the Supreme Court has taken a historic step to ensure dignity and…
Nipah virus outbreak triggers airport alerts across Asia
A Nipah virus outbreak in India’s West Bengal has prompted heightened health screenings at airports and border points across Asia, though Indian…
Qure.ai secures $8 mn Gates foundation grant
Mumbai-based health-tech company Qure.ai has been awarded an $8 million grant by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to develop AI-powered tools…
ICMR plans single test for multiple infections
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is working on a breakthrough diagnostic test that could make life easier for patients and…