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Eli Lilly Launches "2. 15 Lakh Cancer Drug Tanstrive in India for Advanced Tumours
4+ hour, 56+ min ago (298+ words) Eli Lilly and Company India has launched Tanstrive, a targeted cancer treatment designed for patients with locally advanced or metastatic solid tumours driven by RET gene alterations. The drug expands the use of precision oncology in India, where treatment is…...
Iron Injection Boosts Maternal Health in Uttar Pradesh
4+ hour, 54+ min ago (286+ words) Maternal anaemia continues to remain one of the most serious public health challenges in India, despite steady improvements in maternal and child health indicators. According to National Family Health Survey (NFHS) data, a large share of women of reproductive age…...
Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science at Happiest Health's "Ayurveda & Gut' Event
5+ hour, 5+ min ago (410+ words) The Indian Practitioner Happiest Health hosted "Ayurveda & Gut" at the Happiest Ayurveda Clinic in Jayanagar, bringing together experts in Ayurveda, microbiome research and integrative health to discuss the vital role of gut health in overall wellbeing. The event attracted health…...
Psychiatric Social Counsellors Strengthen Patient Support at Institute of Mental Health
5+ hour, 2+ min ago (279+ words) 17 patients reunited with their families after successful counselling in the last 30 days The Institute of Mental Health (IMH), Eragadda, has deployed a team of qualified Psychiatric Social Counsellors to strengthen patient care and rehabilitation services. The initiative is being implemented…...
The Indian Practitioner Wishes All Doctors a Very Happy National Doctors" Day.
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (412+ words) We are proud of the yeoman service doctors provide for the healthcare of our masses! Doctors" Thoughts and Comments on National Doctors" Day Dr. Reena Wani Professor & Head, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, HBT Medical College & Dr. R. N. Cooper Municipal Hospital "Celebrating…...
Robotic-Assisted Surgery Enhances Precision in Complex Procedures
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (142+ words) Robotic Surgery Redefines Cancer Care According to Dr. Ashish Pokharkar, Head of the Surgical Oncology Department at Noble Hospitals and Research Centre, robotic-assisted surgery has significantly expanded the possibilities of cancer treatment. "From procedures once considered too risky to operations…...
Health Minister Unveils SUMAN Roadmap 2030 to Strengthen Maternal and Newborn Healthcare
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (292+ words) Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the SUMAN Roadmap 2030, a comprehensive national strategy designed to transform maternal and newborn healthcare across India. The initiative aims to improve health outcomes, ensure equitable access to quality care,…...
Government Launches Incentive Scheme for Medical Device Manufacturers
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (329+ words) The Indian Practitioner In a major push to strengthen India's medical device ecosystem, the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers has invited applications from eligible companies under the Scheme for Strengthening of Medical Device Industry (SMDI). The initiative aims to accelerate…...
Review Confirms m RNA Vaccines Protect Against Severe Infectious Diseases
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (130+ words) How m RNA Vaccines Work Unlike traditional vaccines, m RNA vaccines deliver genetic instructions to human cells, enabling them to temporarily produce harmless viral proteins. These proteins train the immune system to recognise and fight the actual virus if exposure…...
Dr. GSK Velu Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at Dr. K. C. G. Verghese Excellence Awards 2026
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (273+ words) The Indian Practitioner Dr. GSK Velu, Chairman of the FICCI Tamil Nadu State Council and Chairman & Managing Director of Trivitron Healthcare, Neuberg Diagnostics, and Maxivision Eye Hospitals, has been honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 5th Dr. K. C. G. Verghese Excellence…...