New digital system tracks every pregnancy to ensure no mother or child is missed

New digital system tracks every pregnancy to ensure no mother or child is missed

New Delhi: In a move that could transform the way maternal and child healthcare is delivered, the Center has launched a new digital platform – JANANI (Journey to Integrated Antenatal, Perinatal and Newborn Care) to track pregnancy, delivery and newborn care across the country.A key feature is a QR code-based digital maternal and child health … Read more

ICMR to launch multi-state study to expand palliative care coverage

ICMR to launch multi-state study to expand palliative care coverage

New Delhi: With less than 1% of patients in India requiring palliative care, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) will launch a multi-state implementation study to develop and expand services across the public health system.Palliative care—focused on relieving pain and improving quality of life for patients with serious illnesses such as cancer, neurological disorders, … Read more

Who is Kashyap Patel? Indian-origin doctor Hind Rattan wins prestigious NRI award for transforming cancer care | World News

Who is Kashyap Patel? Indian-origin doctor Hind Rattan wins prestigious NRI award for transforming cancer care | World News

Kashyap Patel is an Indian-origin physician who has been awarded the prestigious Hind Rattan Award for his two decades of work in community oncology. He is recognized for advocating for equitable access to high-quality cancer care, especially for rural and underserved populations, and for advocating for patient-centered care outside of major urban hospitals. Kashyap Patel, … Read more