 | Enormous task ahead to meet end TB target by 2025, says parliamentary panelIndia has set the target of eliminating TB by 2025, five years ahead of the global deadline of 2030. |
 | With 3,797 free ECGs in 24 hours, Narayana Health sets a new recordOn the sidelines of World Heart Day, observed on September 29, cardiologists aimed to educate people about the rising burden of cardiovascular diseases in India. |
 | Divine offerings: Must try delicious and healthy recipes for this Ganesh Chaturthi festivalEnjoy the ongoing Ganesh Chaturthi festival with these delicious and healthy recipes shared by chefs to try at home |
 | Implementing Mental Health Care Act, Telangana informs High CourtCounsel also informed the court about the establishment of a 225-bed hospital dedicated to providing medical care and accommodation to mentally ill patients. |
 | 'Vacant office superintendent posts stalling administrative works in health department'When contacted by TNIE, a senior official of the department on the condition of anonymity said the OS posts were lying vacant due to a pending court case. |
 | Dr YSR University of Health Sciences invites online applications for PG coursesAfter the lowering of qualifying percentiles released by NBE, the health university invited applications from eligible in-service & non-service candidates for admissions. |
 | Technology buzz: Amazon turbocharges its voice assistant with Gen AIThe firm announced on Wednesday that Alexa will be powered by its new large language model (LLM). |
 | A portal to aid mental healthThe website, launched on Independence Day, born out of the idea that mental health services can reach anybody anywhere at any time. |
 | Society owes its children better healthcareWe pay lip service to a child’s right of care. When it comes to action on their physical and mental health, we thrust the burden on parents. |
 | NEET-PG cut-off reduced to zero; association, doctors dividedThe decision was taken following the recommendation of the Union Health Ministry. However, the move ignited fierce debate among the medical associations and practitioners. |
 | Nipah surveillance on Kerala border will continue till October 10: Karnataka MinisterThe minister said they are more cautious as Nipah's fatality rate is 40-70 per cent and there is no vaccination for the disease. |
 | Mental health mandate: Here's a guidance to illnesses, symptoms, and how to reach out for helpExperiencing dips in energy or anxiety or negative thoughts? |
 | India among six countries to report dip in maternal mortality: WHOThe Sustainable Development Goal set by the United Nations in 2015 is to reduce the global MMR to less than 70/lakh live births by 2030. |
 | Check out this week's Xplore on HealthLearn about Nipah, Dengue viruses, challenges, the transmission of the virus, and about workplace stress in this week's Xplore. |
 | High-pressure jobs taking a toll on the health of corporate employeesStress can manifest in various ways and lead to psychological issues such as anxiety, substance abuse and depression. In extreme cases, it can lead to hopelessness and self-harm. |
 | No new positive case of Nipah; 218 samples test negative till date: Kerala governmentThe total number of cases of Nipah infection confirmed in the state is six, of which two persons have died and four people are being treated. |
 | Nipah outbreak: Call for a robust public health systemRecurring outbreaks of infections have prompted health experts to emphasise the need for strengthening Kerala’s public health system. |
 | Sigh of relief in state as no new Nipah cases reportedHealth Minister Veena George said the four infected persons, including a nine-year-old boy, were getting better and the child has been taken off the ventilator for the time being. |
 | Unhealthy snacks raise risk of strokes and cardiovascular disease: StudyResearch has shown that snacking after 9 p.m. was linked to blood indicators that were worse than at any other time. Snacks at this time typically consisted of calorie-dense, high-fat and sugar items. |
 | Building a better youHere are some simple practices and habits to build self-esteem without relying on external validation. |
