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How Swasth Nari campaign signals a shift in India’s approach to women’s health

December 03, 2025 1:03 pm

India has received three Guinness World Records titles under the nationwide Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan (SNSPA), marked by unprecedented coordination, mass mobilisation, and efficient digital use. But the future of digital health hinges on how well system design incorporates questions of gender, justice, and accountability. See the infographics for a concise snapshot of the main insights.

Hina Khan, who has been battling breast cancer, is being cared for by her husband Rocky Jaiswal

‘I had the American dream, but I dropped it’: 4 family members share the unseen toll of cancer caregiving in India

August 22, 2025 2:36 pm

In India, where family obligation runs deep, caregiving isn’t seen as a choice, it’s an expectation.

India is exporting doctors and nurses. The country needs them too

July 25, 2025 8:04 am

Countries exporting healthcare workers need to address domestic needs and engage globally to increase bargaining power of doctors and nurses

When government cares, healthcare makes strides

July 07, 2025 11:39 am

India’s healthcare system has undergone a remarkable transformation over the last 11 years, driven by political will, enhanced funding, and a commitment to providing affordable, accessible, equitable and quality healthcare for all

Budget 2025 | Reimagining India’s healthcare future: A framework for innovation and infrastructure

February 01, 2025 9:15 am

For India to compete, it must transition from being the “pharmacy of the world” to the “innovation engine of the world.”

Rare Diseases Day is patient-led initiative for commemoration of action for the vulnerable population living with rare diseases.

'Don't stop or interrupt therapy': Kin of patients with rare diseases appeal to govt

November 04, 2024 8:38 am

For patients with rare diseases, a Delhi High Court order with regard to smooth treatment and funding in October gave them hope -- a month on, nothing has changed.

WHO reports 1 in 8 people living with obesity; why this is especially bad for Indians

July 05, 2024 1:30 pm

The WHO report highlights a crucial point: obesity is not just a cosmetic concern, but a chronic illness with a direct link to numerous health problems.

Why has India been named the cancer capital of the world

April 11, 2024 9:45 am

Chronic conditions like cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and mental health issues, are reaching critical levels and significantly impacting the nation's health.

1 out of 2 urban Indians says to have access to good quality healthcare, cancer biggest concern for most: Study

October 19, 2023 1:08 pm

According to the Ipsos report, 75 per cent of urban Indians have the trust in the country's healthcare system while 71 per cent believes there is an equality in health facilities in their country.

‘Lack of adherence to medical aid is a critical public health challenge’

October 06, 2021 2:12 pm

In addition to poor adherence being the most important cause for uncontrolled blood pressure, as per the World Health Organisation, it is also responsible for uncontrolled blood sugar levels, which is a persistent problem across nearly 76.6% diabetics.

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In pictures: How India and other countries celebrated International Nurses Day today

May 12, 2021 8:27 pm

International Nurses Day is celebrated on the occasion of Florence Nightingale's birthday. It is a day to pay tribute to the services of millions of nurses, who work tirelessly to assist doctors. In the pandemic, it has become all the more important to recognise their efforts, for they are our frontline warriors.