Andelyn Biosciences Delivers Rapid Gene Therapy for Ultra-Rare NEDAMSS Disease Using AAV Curator Platform Andelyn Biosciences rapidly develops a custom gene therapy for NEDAMSS using its AAV Curator Platform, offering hope to families in need. Read Full Story
News Fortis Hospital Mulund Successfully Conducts Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson’s Patient In a double dose of medical achievements, Fortis Healthcare shines a light on hope and innovation. Fortis Hospital Mulund successfully performed Deep Brain Stimulation surgery on a Parkinson's patient, Akshada Shinde, offering her a renewed quality of life.
News World Cancer Day Highlights Need for Awareness and Lifestyle Changes Cancer isn't just about genetics. World Cancer Day highlights the crucial role of lifestyle choices in cancer prevention. Chronic stress, sedentary lifestyles, and unhealthy diets are contributing factors. Embrace healthy living and stress management for a better future.
News Global Cancer Burden Highlighted Ahead of World Cancer Day A stark message from the World Health Organization: cancer is on the rise globally, and it's hitting vulnerable populations the hardest.
News HPV Vaccines Crucial in Combating Cervical Cancer: Types, Cost, and Age Groups Cervical cancer continues to pose a threat for women in India, but hope comes in the form of HPV vaccines. Gardasil 9, Gardasil, and Cervavac offer protection against HPV, the main culprit behind this cancer.
News Worldwide Initiative for Diabetes Education Recommends High-Frequency SCS by Nevro for Diabetic Pain Good news for people struggling with painful diabetic neuropathy (PDN): Nevro's high-frequency spinal cord stimulation (SCS) therapy has received a thumbs-up from a leading diabetes organization.
News American Heart Association Releases Annual Report Highlighting Cardiovascular Health Trends The American Heart Association (AHA) released its annual report on heart disease and stroke, revealing both encouraging and concerning trends.
News Diabetes Medications Linked to Lower Kidney Stone Risk: Study Good news for people with type 2 diabetes and a high risk of kidney stones! A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine suggests that SGLT2 inhibitors, a class of diabetes medications, may significantly reduce your risk of developing these painful stones.
News US Insulin Prices Soar: Nine Times Higher Than Other High-Income Nations A new study reveals a shocking truth: the price of insulin in the US is over nine times higher than in 33 other developed nations. Even after accounting for discounts, this massive disparity persists, putting a life-saving medication out of reach for many Americans with diabetes.
News Breast Cancer Tops Cancer Fatalities in India: WHO Report A sobering reality emerges from the WHO's latest report: breast cancer claimed the most lives in India in 2022, with nearly 100,000 women losing their battle. This highlights the critical need for improved awareness, prevention.
News Kauvery Annual Heart Summit Addresses Cardiac Care Costs and Innovation Bengaluru recently hosted the Kauvery Annual Heart Summit, a convergence of global cardiologists dedicated to advancing cardiac care breakthroughs with a focus on patient affordability.
News Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, Ichnos Sciences Unveil Ichnos Glenmark Innovation (IGI) for Advanced Cancer Treatment Research Glenmark Pharmaceuticals and Ichnos Sciences unite to launch Ichnos Glenmark Innovation (IGI), a revolutionary alliance dedicated to accelerating new drug discovery in cancer treatment.
News Apex Group of Hospitals Achieves Milestone of 200 Robotic Knee Surgeries with Cuvis Joint System Mumbai's Apex Group of Hospitals celebrates a remarkable achievement, successfully completing 200 Robotic Knee Surgeries in just one year using the Cuvis Joint robotic knee replacement system from Meril.
News Precision Medicine Revolutionizes Cervical Cancer Care Precision medicine emerges as a beacon of hope in the challenging landscape of cervical cancer, ushering in a new era of personalized and effective treatments. This groundbreaking approach, considering individual genetic variations, transforms the traditional standardized treatments.
News ZWI Therapeutics Secures $10M in Series A Financing Dr. Ed Mascioli is appointed CEO, joined by Independent Directors Drs. Larry Miller and Ron Cohen. ZWI utilizes polycarboxybetaine, a novel polymer, for conjugates with improved safety. The lead program, ZWI-001, targeting hyperuricemia in severe gout, shows promise.
News Pharma Companies Seek One-Time Approval to Avoid Price Cuts The current WPI-linked structure is considered inadequate to address the multifaceted challenges, including global disruptions and geopolitical events. The appeal emphasizes the need for a nuanced approach to balance operational viability and drug accessibility.
News Ayush Ministry, with WHO Support, to Standardize Traditional Medicine Data, Says PM Modi This initiative aims for uniformity in documenting diseases and treatments, ensuring standardized prescriptions, better patient care, and enhanced global collaboration in traditional medicine research.
News Revolutionizing Elderly Healthcare: A New Chapter Unfolds with Technological Advancements Sharing best practices, research, and experiences on a global scale fosters a collective effort to redefine care for the aging population.
News DKSH Acquires Medipharm in Brunei DKSH strengthens its position in Brunei with the acquisition of Medipharm, a major pharmaceutical and medical devices distributor. The strategic move builds upon a 25-year partnership, allowing DKSH to extend its footprint in the Asia-Pacific region.
News Fortis Hospital Successfully Conducts Deep Brain Stimulation Fortis Hospital Mulund successfully conducted a groundbreaking Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery on Akshada Shinde, a Parkinson’s patient. Driven by constant hand tremors and mobility issues, Akshada found relief through targeted electrical stimulation implanted in her brain.
News Cadila Imparts CPR Training to 50K Students Cadila Pharmaceuticals joins forces with the Indian Red Cross Society for a First Aid and CPR training program, targeting 50,000 students in Ahmedabad and Mehsana.
News Stryker Launches Tornier Shoulder Arthroplasty Portfolio in India Stryker makes a significant stride in shoulder care as it introduces the Tornier shoulder arthroplasty portfolio in India. At the recent Shoulder Conclave in Pune, the company unveiled its latest innovation, the Perform Humeral Stem, emphasizing a precision-oriented approach.
News Sarvodaya Hospital Initiates 'Victorious Hearts' Program: Offers 26 Free Pediatric Heart Surgeries Sarvodaya Hospital introduces the 'Victorious Hearts' Program, an initiative aimed at bringing joy and healing to young lives. Through this program, the hospital is committed to conducting 26 free pediatric heart surgeries, offering a lifeline to children in need of specialized care.
News Sophia Genetics, Karkinos Healthcare Join Forces to Enhance Genomic Testing and Research Sophia Genetics and Karkinos Healthcare have united in a strategic partnership aimed at revolutionizing genomic testing and research. Focusing on precision oncology, the collaboration seeks to empower healthcare institutions globally, with a special emphasis on the Indian population.
News United We Care Launches Stella 2.0: AI Mental Health Coach with Multilingual Support United We Care proudly introduces Stella 2.0, a groundbreaking AI mental health coach designed to empower individuals on their wellness journey.
