National Ayurveda Day to be celebrated throughout the country tomorrow

Oct 27, 2016, at 04:48 pm

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IBNS): On the occasion of National Ayurveda Day, the Ministry of AYUSH is organizing a one day National Seminar on ‘’Prevention and Control of Diabetes through Ayurveda’’ on Oct 28 at New Delhi.

Indira Gandhi memorial in Delhi shut down following bird flu scare

Oct 26, 2016, at 05:34 pm

New Delhi, Oct 26 (IBNS): Shakti Sthal, the memorial to former prime minister Indira Gandhi, in New Delhi, was shut down following the death of two more ducks from suspected bird flu, the media reported on Wednesday.

GNIDSR-Kolkata, IIT- Kharagpur and IIEST-Shibpur sign MoU for oral healthcare research

Oct 25, 2016, at 07:15 pm

Kolkata, Oct 25 (IBNS): With rise in oral cancer in India and the need to enhance research in oral healthcare, Kolkata-based Guru Nanak Institute of Dental Science & Research (GNIDSR) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with two leading institutes of West Bengal, on Monday.

Kolkata hosts seminar on “Global Advancement In Pharmaceutical Research and Startup”

Oct 23, 2016, at 04:10 am

Kolkata, Oct 22 (IBNS): The international seminar entitled “Global Advancement In Pharmaceutical Research and Startup” was jointly organized by Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technologyunder the flagship of JIS Group and Indian Pharmacy Graduates Association, Bengal branch.

Tata Steel Noamundi Hospital awarded for being the “Best Patient Centric Hospital in Jharkhand”

Oct 23, 2016, at 12:17 am

New Delhi/ Kolkata, Oct 22 (IBNS): Tata Steel Noamundi Hospital has been conferred with the Prime Time Global Healthcare Excellence Awards 2016 under the category of “Best Patient Centric Hospital in Jharkhand”.

Gwalior zoo shut down after 15 painted storks die of avian influenza

Oct 22, 2016, at 07:22 pm

Bhopal/Gwalior, Oct 22 (IBNS): The Gwalior Zoo was shut down on Saturday following lab tests confirming that the 15 storks have died from bird flu, according to media reports.

Sahil Khan steals the show at the BIGMUSCLES Nutrition success party

Oct 21, 2016, at 06:35 pm

Mumbai, Oct 21 (IBNS): BIGMUSCLES Nutrition, a supplement and nutrition company, recently announced actor turned fitness enthusiast Sahil Khan as their brand ambassador.

Robotic Surgery Vattikuti Fellowship for seven Indian surgeons

Oct 19, 2016, at 05:43 pm

New Delhi October 19 (IBNS): Detroit headquartered Vattikuti Foundation, a non-profit focused on promoting Robotic Surgery in the India, Europe and United States, has awarded year-long fellowships to seven Indian surgeons to specialize in Robotic Surgery in the areas of Urology, Gynecology and Head and Neck surgery.

Government mulling strong punishment for celebrities endorsing misleading ads

Oct 17, 2016, at 06:43 pm

New Delhi, Oct 17 (IBNS): Union Food & Consumer Affairs Minister Ram Vilas Paswan has said that government will bring a new Consumer Protection Law in the upcoming Parliament session, according to media reports on Monday.

Zika virus infection may prevent reinfection,study finds

Oct 15, 2016, at 01:12 am

Washington, Oct 14 (IBNS): People infected with Zika virus may not be susceptible to Zika virus again, according to the latest research involving Kansas State University's Biosecurity Research Institute.

WHO report warns global actions and investments to end tuberculosis epidemic are falling far short

Oct 15, 2016, at 12:46 am

Washington, Oct 14 (IBNS): New data published by WHO in its 2016 "Global Tuberculosis Report" show that countries need to move much faster to prevent, detect, and treat the disease if they are to meet global targets.

JP Nadda reviews preparedness for Zika virus disease and Seasonal Influenza

Oct 14, 2016, at 11:26 pm

World Sight Day aims to raise global awareness about eye health care

Oct 13, 2016, at 05:58 pm

New Delhi, Oct 13 (IBNS): The Union government set up free eye check-up and treatment facilities in designated health centres all over the country as part of the World Sight Day celebrations on Thursday, according to media reports.

Sahil Khan to be the face of Bigmuscles Nutrition

Oct 10, 2016, at 06:52 pm

Mumbai, Oct 10 (IBNS): Supplement brand Bigmuscles Nutrition has signed actor and fitness enthusiast Sahil Khan to be the new face of the brand, an official release stated.

Cabinet approves amendments to the HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2014

Oct 05, 2016, at 09:42 pm

New Delhi, Oct 5 (IBNS): The Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday gave its approval to introduce official amendments to the HIV and AIDS (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2014.

Health Canada okays use of naloxone nasal spray for opioid overdose

Oct 05, 2016, at 04:47 pm

Toronto, Oct 5 (IBNS): Canada's Health Minister Jane Philpott has authorized the prompt use of non-prescription Naloxone nasal spray to prevent deaths from opioid overdose, according to media reports.

First dengue vaccine approved in more than 10 countries

Oct 04, 2016, at 11:08 pm

Kolkata/Lyon, Oct 4 (IBNS): Sanofi Pasteur, the vaccines global business unit of Sanofi, announced on Tuesday that Dengvaxia dengue vaccine has now received its 11th marketing approval, four of which granted from Regulatory Authorities recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO).

WHO calls for immediate safe evacuation of the sick and wounded from conflict areas

Oct 01, 2016, at 01:04 am

Geneva, Sept 30 (IBNS): WHO is calling on belligerents in Syria to allow for the immediate and safe evacuation of the sick and wounded from all areas affected by the conflict, including eastern Aleppo.

Discrimination and negative attitudes about ageing are bad for your health

Oct 01, 2016, at 12:58 am

Geneva, Sept 30 (IBNS): New analysis by WHO shows that negative or ageist attitudes towards older people are widespread. They also negatively affect older people’s physical and mental health.

WHO calls for stronger measures against Zika as Thailand confirms disease-related microcephaly

Sep 30, 2016, at 09:50 pm

New Delhi, Sept 30 (IBNS): The World Health Organization today urged countries across the WHO South-East Asia Region to continue to take decisive action to prevent, detect and respond to Zika virus as Thailand confirmed two cases of Zika-related microcephaly.

World Heart Day observed at Dispur Hospitals

Sep 30, 2016, at 01:52 am

Guwahati, Sept 29 (IBNS): The city based Dispur Hospitals on Thursday organized a free health camp on the occasion of World Heart Day at Ganeshguri premises in Guwahati, where over 80 patients from Golaghat, Tezpur,Nagaon and Kamrup districts participated.

Kolkata: Cancer-afflicted Jain woman adopts Santhara, starts fasting till death

Sep 30, 2016, at 12:10 am

Kolkata, Sept 29 (IBNS): An 83-year-old Jain woman from Kolkata, who is suffering from cancer, has stopped having food and water until her death, local media reports said.

World Heart Day: Health Minister urges people to lead a balanced life

Sep 29, 2016, at 04:33 pm

New Delhi, Sept 29 (IBNS): Greeting people on the occasion of World Heart Day, Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda urged them to lead a balanced life.

Modasta.com launches Kannada version of multi-lingual health content platform

Sep 29, 2016, at 01:20 am

Bangalore, Sept 28 (IBNS): Modasta.com, a multi-lingual health content portal, on Wednesday announced the launch of a Kannada version of the website and app.

Abortion pills in Canada not covered by most provincial drug plans

Sep 28, 2016, at 02:50 am

Toronto, Sept 27 (IBNS): With the availability of the gold standard in medical abortion drugs later this year, most provincial drug plans will not cover the cost of the pills amounting to $300, reported Kelly Grant, Health Reporter, The Globe and Mail

India committed to adhering to international food safety standards: JP Nadda

Sep 26, 2016, at 04:44 pm

New Delhi, Sept 26 (IBNS): Attending the 20th session of FAO/WHO Coordinating Committee for Asia on Monday, India's Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda said that the country is committed to adhering to international food safety standards.

Doctors should work in rural areas to serve nation: Manoj Sinha

Sep 24, 2016, at 03:04 am

New Delhi, Sept 23 (IBNS): Minister of Communications Manoj Sinha on Friday exhorted the medical professionals to devote their time in rural areas to serve the poor and the needy.

Diabetics welcome Ontario-grown low Glycemic Index potatoes

Sep 24, 2016, at 12:21 am

Toronto, Sept 23 (IBNS): A new Ontario-grown variety of potatoes having a lower glycemic response prevents the rapid spike in blood sugar, that normally resulted from eating carbohydrate-rich foods, reported Lois Abraham, The Canadian Press.

Infosys Foundation donates blood bank van to NIMHANS

Sep 23, 2016, at 07:04 pm

Bangalore, Sept 23 (IBNS): Infosys Foundation has donated a blood bank van to NIMHANS on Friday.

Alzheimer's patients need our affection, says JP Nadda

Sep 21, 2016, at 06:42 pm

New Delhi, Sept 21 (IBNS): Addressing the nation on World Alzheimer's Day on Wednesday, Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda said that people suffering from the disease needs affection before treatment.