Is India Winning the War Against Rising Non-Communicable Diseases? The latest health statistics paint a concerning picture: diabetes, heart disease, and cancer rates are climbing, impacting millions across the country. From rural healthcare access to the burgeoning urban health crisis, challenges remain significant. This week, we delve into the crucial initiatives underway – government policies, technological advancements in telemedicine, and the rising role of preventative healthcare – that aim to address this national health emergency. Experts weigh in on the effectiveness of current strategies and the critical need for increased public awareness campaigns targeting lifestyle diseases. Are these efforts enough? Explore Abtak.com's in-depth coverage on healthcare in India and discover the vital information you need to protect your well-being and the future of public health. Stay informed; stay healthy.
Dehradun: A probe has been ordered after a man alleged that his 26-year-old wife died nine months after childbirth as doctors left a bandage inside her abdomen. Officials confirmed on Wednesday that a committee, headed by the chief medical officer of Dehradun Manoj Sharma, will probe the death of Jyoti Pal at a private hospital in the city. In his complaint, Prajjwal Pal has claimed that Jyoti delivered a son via cesarean section at the Eye and Mother Care Centre in January this year. He alleged that doctors left a bandage inside her abdomen during the surgery and stitched her up, a lapse that later contributed to her death. Everything seemed normal after the childbirth till Jyoti started experiencing severe stomach ache, he said. "A few days later, Jyoti began experiencing abdominal pain, after which she was taken to the same hospital, but doctors were unable to explain the cause," it was mentioned in the complaint. She was admitted to another hospital after her condition deteriorated. There it was discovered that a bandage inside her abdomen had caused a severe stomach infection. Jyoti later succumbed to the infection. Such incidents are not uncommon. In March this year, a doctor from Meerut was booked for leaving a bundle of cotton inside a woman after a C-Section. In February, a private hospital in Karnataka's Puttur faced similar accusations after a surgical mop was found inside a woman's abdomen. It had apparently been left there during a C-section in November 2024. This led to an emergency surgery to save her life.
TURA, July 1: In a first-of-its-kind surgery at Baghmara Civil Hospital, a 25-year-old woman underwent an emergency lower segment caesarean section (LSCS) on Tuesday due to foetal distress, resulting in the successful delivery of a baby girl weighing 2.6 kg. Both the mother and the baby are in stable condition, sources confirmed. This marks the first surgery of its kind at Baghmara Civil Hospital following the completion of the new operation theatre. The LSCS was conducted by Dr Susan Sangma and Dr Presiana Shira, both trained in Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric Care (CEmOC), with assistan ...Read More >
India's Antibiotic Habit: A Growing Threat to Gut HealthSource : AI-generated, for illustrative purposes Did you know? As per the University of Washington study published in The Lancet in 2021, drug-resistant infections in India were directly responsible for 267,000 deaths and contributed to nearly one million more. India stands at the cusp of an antibiotic epidemic that threatens the lives of thousands and poses a global health threat. There is a looming quick-fix culture of grabbing antibiotics, even for the common cold and fever. This habit is creating a hidden health crisis that undermin ...Read More >
New Delhi: India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has undergone a successful surgery for a sports hernia in his lower right abdomen in Munich, Germany. PTI had reported last week that Suryakumar was suffering from sports hernia in his right lower abdomen and will go under the knife if required. "Life Update: Underwent surgery for a sports hernia in the lower right abdomen. Grateful to share that after a smooth surgery, I'm already on the road to recovery. Can't wait to be back," the 34-year-old batter wrote on his social media handle on Wednesday. ...Read More >
HAPUR: In a startling medical case, surgeons in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh, removed 50 objects, including 29 steel spoons, 19 toothbrushes, and two sharp pens, from the stomach of a 40-year-old man from Bulandshahr. The emergency surgery, led by Dr. Shyam Kumar on September 17, revealed an extraordinary collection of everyday objects inside one person's body. The man, who had been admitted to a de-addiction centre in Ghaziabad a month earlier, complained of severe abdominal pain before being rushed to the hospital. Doctors explained that his behavior was linked to a psychological condition where in ...Read More >
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir has reported a surge in dengue cases this year, with nearly 2,200 infections recorded so far, health officials said on Monday. They urged people to take preventive steps to stop further spread of the mosquito-borne disease. According to official data accessed by the news agency -- Kashmir News Observer (KNO), 2,168 dengue cases have been confirmed across the Union Territory till date. Among these, Jammu district reported the highest number of cases (960), followed by Kathua (579), Samba (139), and Udhampur (257). Other districts with reported infections include Re ...Read More >
In a shocking incident in Pune, a 73-year-old man had a stent left inside his body for two years following an ERCP procedure in 2022. Despite being instructed to return for its removal, the patient forgot, leading to the development of stones in the bile duct. After experiencing severe symptoms, including stomach pain and jaundice, doctors discovered the stent during an ultrasound. Surgeons at Mhaske Hospital performed successful laparoscopic surgery to remove the stent and stones. The patient is now recovering after the surgery, highlighting the importance of follow-up care after medical proc ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Over 100 breast cancer survivors from all over the state gathered for the 'Beyond Breast Cancer: Rebuilding Lives' event organised by the Chennai Breast Centre to raise awareness about breast cancer and reconstruction on the occasion of World Breast Reconstruction Day 2025. Breast cancer, the most commonly occurring cancer among women, accounts for nearly 30 per cent of all female cancers. Most cases are detected only at stage 3 or 4, when mastectomy (removal of the entire breast) often becomes necessary. In India, only one per cent of breast cancer patients choose reconstruction, w ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana, who was part of the all-party parliamentary delegation to Europe, said that during their recently conclued visit they successfully communicated India's development story and its resolute stand against terrorism, particularly emanating from Pakistan. Highlighting the delegation's key discussions during the tour, Khatana told ANI, 'We discussed how we dismantled the terrorism factory in Pakistan by responding... We also talked about tourism infrastructure, G20 Summit, and projects like the six-lane roads, bridges, solar initiatives, our ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Uttar Pradesh administration has strengthened security arrangements across several districts including Lucknow, Sambhal, and Moradabad to ensure peace and avoid any disruption, as Muharram processions and the Kanwar Yatra are being held at the same time.Large crowds gathered for Muharram processions across different regions, while preparations for the Kanwar Yatra are also underway. Police personnel have been deployed in all sensitive areas, and surveillance is being carried out using drones and CCTV cameras.In SambhalDistrict Magistrate Dr Rajender Pensiya while speaking to ANI ...Read More >
Lucknow, Jul 17 (PTI) To curb illegal mining and transportation, the Uttar Pradesh government is deploying advanced technologies under the Integrated Mining Surveillance System (IMSS), a release said on Thursday. Mining activities are already being monitored through drones, geo-fencing, RFID tags, and AI-powered check gates. Now, the state is set to introduce 'Weigh-In-Motion' (WIM) technology to accurately track vehicle overloading. Also Read | 'Arvind Kejriwal Used Government Funds to Buy Mobiles Costing Up to INR 1.63 Lakh', Claims Delhi Minister Ashish Sood. According to the official re ...Read More >
At least 12 people, including five children, have died in 15 days at Chayansa in Haryana's Palwal, prompting a health department probe amid growing concerns about contaminated drinking water and infectious disease spread. Health officials said the deaths between late January and mid-February were linked to severe liver-related complications. Preliminary findings pointed to viral hepatitis and possible water contamination. On January 31, jaundice-related deaths were first reported in Chayansa, a ...Read More >
Jorhat, July 6: An illegal ice cream and ice manufacturing unit in Jorhat has sparked alarm after revelations of unhygienic production and unsafe ingredients, with products mostly consumed by children. The factory, located in Letekujan in Titabor, has reportedly been running for a long time without any license or official permission from the authorities. Local sources allege that the factory has been producing various colorful ice creams and ice blocks using dirty water and artificial chemicals, which pose a serious threat to public health. Residents say the factory supplies its products to ...Read More >
The death of 26-year-old Jyoti Pal at a private hospital in Dehradun has triggered a formal investigation, after her husband alleged that doctors left a bandage inside her abdomen during childbirth. A four-member committee, headed by Dehradun Chief Medical Officer Manoj Sharma, has been constituted to probe the incident, officials said on Wednesday, news agency PTI reported. According to the complaint filed by her husband, Prajjwal Pal, Jyoti delivered a son via cesarean section at the Eye and ...Read More >
Train-the-trainer programme focuses on gynaecological endoscopy and surgical training Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Navi Mumbai, hosted a train-the-trainer live surgical workshop on 28 March 2026 focused on gynaecological endoscopy training for practitioners. The workshop was led by Dr Prashant Bhamare, HOD and Director - Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the hospital. The programme included three Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH) procedures. One procedure included Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectom ...Read More >
New Delhi: In what the hospital claimed to be a global first, doctors at the RML Hospital have successfully performed a minimally invasive heart surgery on a 31-year-old woman suffering from a rare condition in which the internal organs were arranged in a mirror image of normal organ placement. The patient from Rajasthan suffered from Situs Inversus, a congenital anomaly, and presented with a complete mirror-image reversal of her internal organs, with the heart on the right side, liver on the left, spleen on the right, and stomach to the right, etc., the hospital said. On evaluation, she was ...Read More >
Dispur, July 4: In a shocking incident in Assam, a doctor allegedly removed the genitals of a patient without his consent. The alleged incident occurred at a private hospital in Assam's Cachar district. It is learnt that the doctor removed the genitals of a 28-year-old man during his biopsy test at the hospital. The patient has been identified as Atikur Rahman, a resident of Manipur's Jiribam district. According to a report in NDTV, Rahman had visited the hospital in Cachar to get his genital infection treated. The incident came to light after the Manipuri resident underwent a biopsy test and ...Read More >
Shivamogga: A shocking case has emerged from the Shivamogga Central Prison, where an inmate swallowed a mobile phone, endangering his life. The incident has once again raised serious concerns about the security and contraband flow inside Karnataka's jails. The inmate, identified as Daulat, is undergoing a 10-year sentence in connection with a 2021 narcotics case involving the transportation of large quantities of ganja. He had been convicted and sentenced in 2024 by a Shivamogga court and lodged in the central prison since. On June 24, Daulat complained of severe abdominal pain to the prison ...Read More >
New Delhi: Big player of politics and former CM of Jharkhand Shibu Soren passed away. He breathed his last at the age of 81. He was admitted to a hospital in the capital, Delhi, after his health deteriorated. He had a kidney infection. He was also diagnosed with bronchitis. This became the main reason for his death. This information has been given by Dr. AK Bhalla, Chairman of the Nephrology Department at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital. According to Dr. AK Bhalla, due to old age and bypass surgery, recovery was taking time. He was also diabetic. He had kidney and lung disease for a long time. Recent ...Read More >
* Doctors at RML Hospital performed a minimally invasive heart surgery on a 31-year-old woman. * The patient had Situs Inversus, a rare condition with mirror-image organ placement. * She also had a partial AV canal defect causing abnormal blood mixing in the heart. Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode New Delhi: In what the hospital claimed to be a global first, doctors at the RML Hospital have successfully performed a minimally invasive heart surgery on a 31-year-old ...Read More >
A visit to the hospital or clinic can turn into a nerve-wracking experience when test results are withheld until the doctor is available. After an MRI or ECG, the waiting game begins as the clock ticks down, and with no information, anxiety builds. The patient, left in suspense, resorts to Google and self-diagnoses an increasing list of conditions. From spondylosis to migraines, ulcers to kidney issues, the search spirals into a cycle of worry. By the time the doctor arrives, the patient is overwhelmed, convinced of a long list of ailments, highlighting the stress of waiting for a diagnosis. ...Read More >
SHIVAMOGGA : A mobile phone was surgically removed from the stomach of a convict at Shivamogga Central Prison, prompting a police investigation into how the prohibited item was smuggled into the facility. The convict has been identified as Dhawlath alias Gundu (30), son of Jabbar Sab. He has been serving a 10-year sentence under the NDPS Act since June 15 last year and has been lodged at Shivamogga Central Prison. Chief Superintendent Ranganath P lodged a complaint against Dhawlath at Tunga Nagara police station in this regard under section 42 of the Karnataka Prisons (Amendment) Act-2022. At ...Read More >
Mumbai: Richa Chadha became a target of trolls over her birthday post for daughter Zuneyra, who turned one on Thursday. In a heartfelt post, Richa shared a reel that showcased her journey of motherhood. The reel included memorable moments from her pregnancy to glimpses of her life as a new mother. However, what caught the attention of netizens in the celebratory post was the term "natural birth", describing Richa's delivery. "For bringing so much colour into all our lives! A year ago I gave birth to a healthy baby girl at Breach Candy Hospital. Labour lasted a few hours, delivery only abou ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a scene reminiscent of the superhit Bollywood film '3 Idiots', where Kareena Kapoor, playing a doctor, helped Aamir Khan deliver a baby over a video call, a commuter on a Churchgate-bound local on Thursday helped a woman deliver a baby boy, following the instructions of an ayurvedic doctor over a video call. "I was scared the entire time - scared of doing something wrong. But I just wanted to help," the commuter, videographer Vikas Bedre, told HT. "It was only later, when the family called me and said, 'You helped us like God' that it really hit me - my hands were still shaking, bu ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 23 (PTI) Under a fifth of women in low and middle-income countries having breast or cervical cancer are diagnosed at an early stage, compared to two in every five in high-income countries, according to a study published in The Lancet journal, highlighting disparities in cancer care around the world. Too many women, especially in low and middle-income countries, are only diagnosed when their cancer is already advanced, reducing their chances of survival compared to women in wealthier nations. The 'VENUSCANCER' study, led by researchers forming the 'Cancer Survival Group' at the ...Read More >
Holly Guest, a British mother, faced a nightmare after a 'mummy makeover' in Turkey went disastrously wrong. The £7,900 surgery led to severe complications, including collapses and four blood transfusions. The clinic then demanded £8,000 more for emergency care and allegedly threatened to cancel her flight home if she didn’t pay. Fearing for her safety, Holly fled the country, only to discover back in the UK that she had three haematomas, requiring further surgery. She now warns others against risky overseas procedures, saying, “Your life isn’t worth saving a bit of money.” ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 2 (PTI) Guahar Khan, known for her films such as "Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year" and "Ishaqzaade", has criticised actor Suniel Shetty for calling C-section an easier option compared to natural childbirth. Shetty recently praised daughter Athiya for opting to have a natural delivery at a time when "everybody wants the comfort of having a caesarean baby", a comment that led to a lot of criticism on social media. In the first episode of her podcast "MaaaNoranjan", Gauhar spoke about Shetty's remarks and myths revolving around the caesarean child birth. "I want to like scream ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Feb 16 (PTI) No fresh deaths have been reported from a village in Haryana's Palwal district, where seven people died due to liver-related ailments, prompting the health department to monitor the situation round-the-clock, officials said on Monday. Seven deaths, four of them due to Hepatitis B, were reported at Chhainsa village in the Hathin sub-division over the past two weeks. Some villagers, however, claimed the number of deaths was higher. They also claimed that a lack of clean drinking water aggravated the problem. The village, located about 30 km from the district headquart ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The next 48 hours are crucial for the 20-year-old undergraduate student who attempted to die by suicide on an Odisha college campus on Saturday over alleged sexual harassment by a professor, as "her vital organs have suffered serious damage," doctors at AIIMS Bhubaneswar monitoring her condition said on Sunday. Hours after she was admitted to All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhubaneswar with 90% burns, police arrested assistant professor Samir Kumar Sahu, who heads the education department at Fakir Mohan Autonomous College. AIIMS has formed a 12 doctors team, comp ...Read More >
New Delhi: Popular television actress Dipika Kakar has captured the hearts and concerns of fans recently, following her diagnosis with Stage 2 liver cancer and a subsequent major surgery performed on June 3. As the beloved star continues her recovery in the hospital, her husband, actor Shoaib Ibrahim, offered a touching glimpse into their resilience, sharing a photo of their heartwarming Eid celebrations from within the hospital walls. In his most recent vlog, Shoaib provided a crucial health update for anxious fans, confirming that Dipika has now been moved out of the Intensive Care Unit (IC ...Read More >
KOLKATA, India, Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marking a transformative milestone in cardiac care, Manipal Hospitals, one of the largest healthcare networks in India announced the successful insertion of an AI-driven, wireless injectable pacemaker. The Aveir Leadless pacemaker by Abbott, recently introduced in India, was implanted in a 65-year-old woman at Manipal Hospital, Dhakuria, making it the first center in Eastern India to perform this procedure. The device, already in use in the US and Europe, offers a safer, less invasive alternative to traditional pacemakers. The second and third proce ...Read More >