India needs 20 lakh more hospital beds to meet Viksit Bharat 2047 goals, said Health Minister JP Nadda. He highlighted Ayushman Bharat’s 62 crore coverage, Jan Aushadhi expansion, and medical education growth.
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WHO sought clarity from India on a toxic cough syrup linked to child deaths. IMA condemned Dr. Soni’s arrest as unjust, blaming manufacturers and regulators, urging his release and systemic drug safety reforms.
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An elderly Indian man suffered a stroke mid-flight via Doha. Swift aid from Qatar’s medics, the Indian Embassy, and ICBF ensured his recovery, care, and safe return home — a true act of compassion.
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Heart disease is rising sharply among young Indians, with 74% of cardiologists treating patients under 50. Experts blame poor lifestyles, costs, and low awareness—warning of a looming health crisis.
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WHO warns of a global vaping crisis: 100M e-cigarette users, including 15M teens aged 13–15. Youth are 9× likelier to vape than adults. Experts urge stronger laws as e-cigarettes threaten tobacco-control gains.
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At least 12 children died in MP and Rajasthan after consuming DEG-contaminated Coldrif syrup. NHRC and authorities are investigating, halting distribution, and reviewing drug safety across India.
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Eli Lilly will invest over USD 1B to expand contract manufacturing in India, setting up a Hyderabad hub to boost global supply, tap local talent, and enhance access to innovative medicines.
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At least 12 children died in MP and Rajasthan after consuming contaminated cough syrup, exposing a global crisis of toxic paediatric medicines. WHO-UNODC links deaths to poor regulation, fake excipients.
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In 2025, WHO warns of a global chikungunya surge: 445,000+ cases, 155 deaths across 40 nations. Climate change, weak surveillance, and travel fuel spread; India, Brazil, and Indonesia face highest risk.
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DGHS warns against cough/cold meds for kids after 11 child deaths in MP & Rajasthan. Advisory urges avoiding such drugs under 5, strict dosing, and investigation into possible spurious syrups.
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