International Yoga Day Celebrations Spotlight “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”
June 22: The global observance of International Yoga Day witnessed widespread participation this year, with the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing” gaining momentum across countries, communities, and wellness platforms. Events, workshops, and…
World Sickle Cell Day 2026: From “Closing the Survival Gap” to a New Era of Cure, Care and Equity
Every year on June 19, the world observes World Sickle Cell Day—but in 2026, the conversation feels different. It is no longer limited to awareness alone. It is now about urgency, equity, and a rapidly evolving medical future. The official theme…
World Blood Donor Day Celebrated at Jeypore; Kotpad’s Tulasi Das Nayak Honoured
Kotpad/Jeypore: World Blood Donor Day was celebrated at the District Headquarters Hospital in Jeypore with great enthusiasm. The event was attended by the Sub-Collector, the Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO), and other dignitaries, who felicitated…
The Importance of Pregnancy Pillows and Quality Sleep During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a remarkable journey that brings significant physical and emotional changes to a woman’s body. As the baby grows, maintaining a comfortable sleeping position becomes increasingly challenging. Many expectant mothers experience sleep…
Jan Aushadhi Kendras Cross 19,200 Mark Nationwide, Expanding Affordable Healthcare Access
New Delhi, June 18: The number of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJKs) has increased to over 19,200 across the country, rising sharply from just 84 in 2014, the Government of India said on Wednesday. The expansion reflects a significant…
Fewer Than 1 in 4 with Stroke, 1 in 7 with Brain Injury Receive Inpatient Rehab
MINNEAPOLIS — Fewer than one in four people with stroke and fewer than one in seven people with traumatic brain injury receive inpatient rehabilitation care after being hospitalized, according to a study published on June 10, 2026,…
Dr Raghu Ram achieves third Guinness World Records title in 15 months
Hyderabad, June 12 : In a landmark convergence of healthcare, artificial intelligence and immersive technology, Dr P. Raghu Ram, the Ushalakshmi Breast Cancer Foundation and the KIMS-USHALAKSHMI Centre for Breast Diseases jointly secured a Guinness…
Center for Vein Restoration fellowship program graduates seven physicians, expanding the next generation of venous and lymphatic medicine specialists
GREENBELT, Md. — Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) announced the graduation of seven physicians from its accredited Venous & Lymphatic Medicine Fellowship Program for the 2025–2026 academic year, marking another milestone in the…
Noida CME Highlights Growing Role of Evidence-Based Nutrition in Clinical Practice
Noida: Close to 150 healthcare professionals, including a large number of practising physicians, gathered in Noida for a Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme focused on the role of evidence-based nutrition in modern clinical practice. The event…
Weight Loss Treatments Linked to Lower Risk of Obesity-Related Cancers in People Without Diabetes
A study of more than 229,000 obese adults without diabetes in the United States has shown that weight loss drugs are associated with a decreased risk of obesity-related cancers. The research found that GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1…