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HMPV: Saurabh Bhardwaj asks Delhi Health Department to make arrangements

In the wake of two human metapneumoviruses (HMPV) cases in Karnataka, Delhi Health Minister. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Govt monitoring respiratory, seasonal influenza cases amid HMPV outbreak in China: Report

The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) under the Union Health Ministry is closely monitoring respiratory and seasonal influenza cases in the country : Read further on Dynamite News:

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Right to choose death: What govt's new draft guidelines say about passive euthanasia

The Union Health Ministry has released draft guidelines on passive euthanasia. The 'Draft Guidelines for Withdrawal of Life Support in Terminally Ill Patients,' was released by the Union Health Ministry and feedback and suggestions have been invited from the stakeholders on the draft by October 20.

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Explainer: Who are 'zero dose children'? Why were they left out of vaccination programs?

The Union Health Ministry has dismissed the findings of an international report by UNICEF on the country's immunization data. As per the UNICEF report, India has a high number of 'zero dose children'.

The Times of India

NEET Exam Row: Patna court sends accused Baldev Kumar, Mukesh Kumar to CBI remand

The Special CBI Court in Patna has sent two accused in the NEET question paper leak case to be placed on CBI remand following a request from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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"Remain on lower floors": Health ministry releases advisory as India witnesses 'longest heatwave'

As more heatwave days are predicted for several parts of the country, the Union Health Ministry has released an advisory for the public to stay safe from the impact of high intensity heat.

The Times of India

Cow urine, claimed to be licensed by FSSAI, goes viral over social media: Here's what health ministry says

In response to viral reports claiming the marketing of FSSAI licensed bottled cow urine, the Union Health Ministry has released a statement.

The Times of India

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Health Ministry issues guidelines for confirming heatstroke and heat-related deaths

The Union Health Ministry has issued standardised guidelines for confirming heatstroke and heat-related deaths in the country.

The Hindu

Private healthcare needs reform in public interest

In the Indian context, no initiative for reforming the health sector will be complete without touching upon private healthcare, which accounts for around 70% of healthcare utilisation in the country.

The Hindu

COVID cases rise in Delhi: Symptoms and preventive measures one must be aware of

Delhi recorded 63 cases of COVID on Wednesday. This is the highest daily number since May last year. As per the data from the Union Health Ministry, Rajasthan has seen an increase in cases, with 226 reported in the last 15 days compared to 96 and 27 in the previous…

The Times of India

Indigenous portable hospital deployed in Ayodhya for Ram Temple ceremony

India has deployed the indigenous portable hospital -- Arogya Maitri Disaster Management Cube-BHISM -- at Ayodhya for the Ram temple inaugration.

The Hindu

Health ministry asks doctors to mention the REASON for prescribing antibiotics

In what can be said as a major step towards addressing the growing issue of antibiotic resistance, media reports have said that the Union Health Ministry has asked doctors to mention the reason while prescribing antibiotics.

The Times of India

COVID-19 | India records a single-day rise of 774 fresh cases

India has recorded a single-day rise of 774 COVID-19 cases while the number of active cases stands at 4,187, the Union Health Ministry said on January 6.

The Hindu

Hospitals cannot admit critically ill patients in ICU if they or kin refuse: Govt. guidelines

Criteria for admitting a patient to ICU should be based on organ failure and need for organ support or in anticipation of deterioration in the medical condition, the guidelines stated.

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Over 1 crore people have been screened under National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission: Health Ministry

Under the government’s Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission, more than one crore people have been screened for the disease, the Union Health Ministry has said in an official statement. The Mission endeavors to screen 7 crore population in 3 years.

The Hindu

New COVID variant JN.1: Health Ministry says no need for booster dose

Following the Union Health Ministry direction that States be alert and prepared for any possible surge in COVID-19 cases following the emergence of the new variant JN.1, senior health officials said that there is no move to recommend administration of vaccine booster dose for India.

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H9N2 virus spreading among children, has connection with winter: Director of Lady Harding Hospital

After the Union Health Ministry recently said that it is closely monitoring the reported outbreak of H9N2 cases and clusters of respiratory illness in children, Director of Lady Harding Hospital, Dr Subhash Giri reiterated to take precautions and said that H9N2 virus is spreading among children and it has connection…

The Hindu

Telangana reports one positive COVID-19 case, officials say nothing to worry

Telangana reported one COVID-19 case on Nov 28. Health Dept. said daily bulletin is routine, with avg. 1-2 cases. Latest bulletin showed 1 positive case, 1 recovery, 4 under isolation, 415 samples tested & 35 reports pending. Union Health Ministry issued letter to review public health & hospital preparedness. Directive…

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Karnataka health department issues advisory following respiratory illness surge in China

The Karnataka government's health department has put its healthcare infrastructure across the state on alert mode following reports of a surge in respiratory illnesses among children in China. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India monitoring respiratory illness cases in China, says situation not alarming

The central government reiterated on Sunday that it was closely monitoring the surge in respiratory illness in children in parts of China. Read further on Dynamite News:

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India logs 42 Covid cases

India saw a single-day rise of 42 coronavirus infections while the number of active cases was recorded at 241, according to data updated by the Union Health Ministry on Saturday.

The Hindu

The challenges in testing and treatment of rare diseases

The Hindu speaks to patients and families and takes an overview of the treatment scenario for rare diseases in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu

Centre asks AIIMS-Delhi to limit duration of Ph.D. scholars, scientists working on research projects to six years

The Union Health Ministry has asked AIIMS-Delhi to cap the duration of Ph.D. scholars or scientists working on research projects to six years. The AIIMS administration is yet to implement the order.

The Hindu

India to host global food regulators summit this week

India is all set to launch its ‘food-o-copoeia’, a collection of safety and quality regulations for each food category. Along with the ‘food-o-copoeia’, a common digital dashboard, which will act as a unified portal on food-related regulations and norms, would also be launched at the Global Food Regulators Summit, 2023,…

The Hindu

India records 20 fresh COVID-19 cases

India has recorded 20 fresh coronavirus cases while the number of active cases of the infection has declined to 1,420, the Union Health Ministry said on July 11

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