Health News: Medical Updates

Affordable medicines at 'Janaushadhi Kendra' in Shivpuri, beneficiaries express gratitude to PM Modi

IANS | February 16, 2025 7:08 PM

Shivpuri, Feb 16 (IANS) 'Pradhan Mantri Janaushadhi Kendra' at Shivpuri District Hospital in Madhya Pradesh is proving to be highly beneficial for local residents and patients visiting the hospital for treatment. This centre provides medicines at significantly lower prices compared to those available in the market. Many people purchasing medicines from this Kendra have expressed their gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi, appreciating the availability of quality medicines at affordable rates.

J&K's Gulmarg & Tangmarg declared smoke free zones

IANS | February 16, 2025 2:28 PM

Srinagar, Feb 16 (IANS) The Jammu and Kashmir authorities on Sunday declared the famous ski resort of Gulmarg and the tourist destination of Tangmarg as tobacco-free zones/smoke-free tourist spots.

Heart has ‘sweet taste’ receptors, can sense artificial sweeteners: Study

IANS | February 16, 2025 10:46 AM

New York, Feb 16 (IANS) Researchers have found that the heart possesses "sweet taste" receptors, similar to those on our tongues, and stimulating these receptors with sweet substances can modulate the heartbeat.

New antibody discovery platform can delve deeper into Alzheimer's and Parkinson's

IANS | February 16, 2025 10:13 AM

New York, Feb 16 (IANS) A new antibody discovery platform can delve deeper into the mechanisms underlying the processes behind Alzheimer's and Parkinson’s diseases, say researchers.

Will continue to deliver quality healthcare services to insured workers: Union Minister

IANS | February 16, 2025 10:04 AM

Mumbai, Feb 16 (IANS) Emphasising the government’s commitment to delivering quality healthcare services to insured workers, Union Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, has instructed the officials to prioritise efficient medical service delivery and expedite the timely completion of hospital renovation and construction projects.

Pariksha Pe Charcha: Home-cooked food, less sugary drinks key stress-busters, say experts

IANS | February 14, 2025 11:15 AM

New Delhi, Feb 14 (IANS) Eating home-cooked food, and reducing intake of sugary items and drinks can help boost energy and cut down stress during exams, said experts during the fourth episode of Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 on Friday.

Air pollution, vitamin B12 deficiency major culprits behind rising anaemia in India: Experts

IANS | February 13, 2025 2:37 PM

New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) While anaemia is long known to be caused by iron deficiency, experts on Thursday noted that air pollution and vitamin B12 deficiency have emerged as major culprits behind its increasing prevalence in the country.

25 countries now legally recognise Ayurveda: Ayush MoS Prataprao Jadhav

IANS | February 13, 2025 1:18 PM

New Delhi, Feb 13 (IANS) Ayurveda is now legally recognised as a traditional medicine system in over 25 countries and the Indian Ayush sector’s market size has expanded from $3 billion in 2014 to $23.3 billion in 2022, at a CAGR of 17 per cent, according to Union Minister of State for Ayush, Prataprao Jadhav.

PM Modi shares Olympian Neeraj Chopra's motivating blog on fight against obesity

IANS | February 12, 2025 2:01 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday shared an article penned by two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra on the growing obesity menace in the country and the pressing need to tackle it head-on.

Study shows potassium-enriched salt can reduce recurrent stroke risk

IANS | February 11, 2025 1:23 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) Potassium supplements in salt can significantly reduce the risks of stroke recurrence as well as death, according to an international study.

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Affordable medicines at 'Janaushadhi Kendra' in Shivpuri, beneficiaries express gratitude to PM Modi

J&K's Gulmarg & Tangmarg declared smoke free zones

Heart has ‘sweet taste’ receptors, can sense artificial sweeteners: Study

New antibody discovery platform can delve deeper into Alzheimer's and Parkinson's

Will continue to deliver quality healthcare services to insured workers: Union Minister

Pariksha Pe Charcha: Home-cooked food, less sugary drinks key stress-busters, say experts

Air pollution, vitamin B12 deficiency major culprits behind rising anaemia in India: Experts

25 countries now legally recognise Ayurveda: Ayush MoS Prataprao Jadhav

PM Modi shares Olympian Neeraj Chopra's motivating blog on fight against obesity

Study shows potassium-enriched salt can reduce recurrent stroke risk

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