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Healthcare Radius April 2024

Are You Sleeping Enough, Doctor?

In this engaging conversation, we delve into the world of sleep with Dr Prashant Makhija, Consultant Neurologist, Wockhardt Hospital, Mumbai Central. Dr Prashant sheds light on the often overlooked aspect of healthcare–the sleep health of doctors. With a compassionate understanding of the challenges faced by the Indian doctors, he advocates for sleep equity, ensuring that our healthcare heroes are at their best for themselves and their patients.

2 mins

Will India Eradicate Malaria By 2027?

India's ambitious malaria eradication goal faces a few hurdles despite progress made and the industry efforts.

7 mins

Medikabazaar opens CDC in Kolkata

Medikabazaar, a B2B online healthcare platform, has inaugurated a new Central Distribution Center CDC) in Kolkata.

1 min

Alcon unveils Clareon IOLs in India

Global eye care player Alcon launches Clareon family of intraocular lenses IOLs) in India.

1 min

USV opens plant in Himachal Pradesh

To manufacture cardiology targeted medicine products at the new plant.

1 min

A RAY OF HOPE FOR HEART PATIENTS

Faced with severe heart failure, an 84-year-old gets a fresh lease of life due to Impella, a tiny device. Learn how Impella is changing patient lives in India.

3 mins

R+CU'S CANCER TREATMENT PROMISE: HOPE OR HYPE?

Tata Memorial Center’s proposed cancer pill claims to tackle recurrence, but human trials are needed for confirmation, says the author.

2 mins

BRIDGING THE KIDNEY TRANSPLANTS GAP

Explore the current landscape, including breakthroughs, access barriers, and promising future directions for kidney transplantation in modern India.

3 mins

Wockhardt runs women empowerment campaign

Wockhardt Hospitals concludes International Women’s Day 2024 celebrations with “I am Fearless” campaign promoting women empowerment.

1 min

Feminine hygiene and cervical cancer awareness drive unveiled

CARE Hospitals launches Tejaswini, a CSR initiative focusing on feminine hygiene and cervical cancer awareness for girls in Hyderabad

1 min

Wales in India initiative with healthcare focus unveiled

Welsh Ministers unveil Wales in India’ initiative, prioritizing healthcare collaborations to strengthen ties between the two countries

1 min

Metropolis opens diagnostic center in Malegaon

Metropolis Healthcare inaugurates diagnostic center in Malegaon, Maharashtra.

1 min

India receives Measles and Rubella Champion award

The Measles and Rubella Partnership honors India for its efforts in disease prevention

1 min

Modi govt opens E-Smart clinic in Haridwar

Indian government, along with Lords Mark Industries, opens E-Smart clinic in Haridwar.

1 min

Apollo deploys ZAP-X for brain tumor treatment

Apollo Hospitals installs gyroscopic radiosurgery platform ZAP-X for brain tumor treatment.

1 min

Israeli scientists find key to rare sleep disorder

Israeli scientists claim to have understood Central Congenital Hypoventilation Syndrome CCHS), a rare and life-threatening condition linked to sleep apnea disorder.

1 min

Modi govt budgets ₹2,207.50 cr for CAPFIMS hospital

CAPFIMS, AIIMS sign MoA to run Central Armed Police Forces Institute of Medical Sciences CAPFIMS hospital) as a campus of AIIMS, New Delhi.

1 min

DIAGNOSING INDIA'S MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGE

Unveiling India's mental health landscape: Challenges, trends, and innovations in diagnosis and treatment efforts.

9 mins

Entod opens R&D center in Navi Mumbai

ENTOD Pharmaceuticals inaugurates a new R&D center in Navi Mumbai, focusing on innovative pharmaceutical solutions and global leadership.

1 min

DEDICATED ECMO UNITS: A POST-COVID IMPERATIVE

In the post-Covid world, the necessity of dedicated ECMO units have become paramount for managing critical cases efficiently, says the author.

3 mins

HOPE AMIDST HESITATION?

The Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget 2024-25 elicited a mixed response from healthcare sub-segments.

3 mins

THE WONDERS OF WEARABLES Discover how wearables can offer a new hope to migraine patients in India.

Digital therapeutics (Dtx) is an emerging concept for therapeutic approaches in healthcare system.

2 mins

ONLINE HEALTHCARE CONSULTATIONS: A TRANSFORMATION UNFOLDING

Discover how online consultations are transforming India’s healthcare landscape with the use of advanced technologies.

9 mins

DRUG-RESISTANT TUBERCULOSIS: A CHALLENGE IN THE LAST LAP?

India aims to eliminate tuberculosis by 2025, but drug-resistant strains pose a formidable challenge. Explore healthcare leaders’ views and potential solution approaches they offer—in this report.

10+ mins

Meghalaya Cancer Conclave 2024 discusses cancer care in the state

Led by Dr Mazel Ampareen Lyngdoh, conclave focuses on critical cancer care issues.

1 min

Woman with atrial septal defect saved at Medica

A middle-aged woman from West Bengal suffering from Atrial Septal Defect ASD) successfully undergoes a complex procedure at Medica Hospital.

1 min

Breastfeeding education initiative launched

RISHTA 2024: An initiative by BSV and FOGSI to enhance breastfeeding education in India.

1 min

5-kg fibroid removed with minimally invasive myomectomy

Doctors at Sahyadri Hospitals in Pune removed a 5-kg fibroid from a 35-year-old woman using a minimally invasive myomectomy, typically used in cesarean sections.

1 min

Tisca Chopra launches book on stem cell donation

Bollywood actress Tisca Chopra unveils Mandeep Meets Mandeep, a book written by Dr Sona Sharma that highlights the need for stem cell donation.

1 min

Narayana Health opens rehab center

Narayana Health launches rehab center for acute illness recovery with advanced facilities

1 min

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Aligning business and healthcare in India.

Healthcare Radius is a monthly publication for Indian healthcare professionals. We highlight best business practices, analyse key trends and outline business moves and drifts of healthcare majors across the country. We are the industry's platform for debate and its guide to the latest and most promising trends in healthcare planning, strategy, technology and management practices.