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Astha Saxena
Astha is a Health correspondent with The Indian Express' Delhi city team. She writes on Delhi's hospitals, government policies and other health topics. Follow her on Twitter: @asthasaxena88
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Delhi hospitals feel Bengal violence heat; doctors say strike to continue till demands metSubscriber Only
June 15, 2019 03:07 IST
The IMA has also written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah demanding enactment of a central law to check violence against healthcare workers in hospitals. IMA said the law should have a provision for a minimum seven-year jail term for violators.
Sat, Jun 15, 2019
Delhi’s Lok Nayak hospital under CBI scanner for ‘irregular purchases’Subscriber Only
June 14, 2019 01:09 IST
Plastic pallets are used for hygienic storage of drugs, surgical consumables, kitchen items, and other sensitive items. According to sources, the pallets were purchased during the 2010 Commonwealth Games, when Lok Nayak Hospital was made the nodal centre of all government hospitals in Delhi.
Fri, Jun 14, 2019
Central team probing if Nipah case in Kerala was caused by infected guavaSubscriber Only
June 12, 2019 02:15 IST
Studies conducted after the previous Nipah outbreak in the state, which claimed 17 lives last year, had concluded that the virus was first transmitted from fruit bats.
Wed, Jun 12, 2019
In 4 Delhi slums, most kids have no access to toilet at home: SurveySubscriber Only
June 11, 2019 02:04 IST
The survey said almost 71% of children who used public toilets said they were inaccessible round-the-clock. It was also observed that due to lack of access to a public toilet at night, most children (56%) defecated in the open. A large proportion of children (92%) said there was no security at the public toilets.
Tue, Jun 11, 2019
Unique Disability ID: 2.3 lakh disabled people in Delhi, only 22 cards issued so farSubscriber Only
June 07, 2019 02:22 IST
The card, which acts as a common document of identification and verification of differently abled persons for availing various benefits, was initiated by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MSJE). Its implementation lies with the state government.
Fri, Jun 07, 2019
Will not implement Ayushman Bharat, says Delhi Health MinisterSubscriber Only
June 05, 2019 01:24 IST
The name of the health scheme has been a bone of contention between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government and the National Health Authority (NHA).
Wed, Jun 05, 2019
Explained: How leap in breast cancer therapy will help women in IndiaSubscriber Only
June 04, 2019 00:11 IST
The most common cancer among women caused 15% of women’s cancer deaths worldwide in 2018. What subset of patients does the research breakthrough cover, and how far will it help women in India?
Tue, Jun 04, 2019
After Payal Tadvi’s death, AIIMS doctors talk caste, discrimination at eventSubscriber Only
June 01, 2019 03:41 IST
In the discussion held at AIIMS on caste discrimination in higher education institutes, a senior woman doctor from the hospital spoke about how she was allegedly discriminated against by the head of a department over the last few years.
Sat, Jun 01, 2019
Senior Congress leaders give Sheila’s review meeting a miss, ignore call to protest for RahulSubscriber Only
May 30, 2019 02:06 IST
As reported by The Indian Express, the state unit first witnessed signs of trouble over Dikshit’s choice of members to be included in the committee.
Thu, May 30, 2019
Rahul Gandhi sulks, does not meet Congress leaders, lets Priyanka do the talkingSubscriber Only
May 29, 2019 04:20 IST
Not relenting on his decision to step down as Congress president following the party’s rout in the Lok Sabha elections, Rahul has, however, indicated that he will continue on the post till such time a suitable replacement is found.
Wed, May 29, 2019
Sheila Dikshit forms panel to assess defeat, leaders say not taken on boardSubscriber Only
May 28, 2019 02:07 IST
Some leaders also questioned the choice of committee members. Sources claimed that four of the five committee members had applied from various constituencies but were denied a ticket.
Tue, May 28, 2019
Ground up: In Delhi, as top leaders made headlines, thousands of party workers worked silently for monthsSubscriber Only
May 27, 2019 01:46 IST
The results reflect how BJP’s booth-level micromanagement paid off, and dissatisfaction among AAP cadre hurt the party. The Indian Express report on the way ahead
Mon, May 27, 2019CWC decides senior leaders will stay on, Sheila Dikshit looks aheadSubscriber Only
May 26, 2019 05:52 IST
Sources within the party claimed there are no plans to modify the state leadership; however, several changes are expected at the district level.
Sun, May 26, 2019Sheila Dikshit on Congress defeat: NYAY not talked about the way it should have beenSubscriber Only
May 25, 2019 02:37 IST
Three-time CM Dikshit is likely to submit her resignation over the weekend
Sat, May 25, 2019
In Delhi, Congress at second spot sees signs of resurgence but has miles to goSubscriber Only
May 24, 2019 02:00 IST
Party hopeful ahead of next year’s assembly polls but who will lead charge remains key question
Fri, May 24, 2019
Govt drive to eliminate trachomaSubscriber Only
May 23, 2019 01:15 IST
The department will focus on four categories — surgery, awareness, facial wash and environment— to prevent the disease.
Thu, May 23, 2019
Jharkhand to J&K, Delhi mohalla clinics become a modelSubscriber Only
May 20, 2019 04:15 IST
Inspired by the ambitious health scheme launched by the Aam Aadmi Party government, the Jharkhand government has announced that it will set up such clinics in urban slums. Sticking to the ‘mohalla clinic’ name, state authorities said they will provide free treatment and diagnostic services at the centres.
Mon, May 20, 2019
MBBS students wary of counselling centre at Safdarjung, finds studySubscriber Only
May 20, 2019 02:23 IST
The study, by the department of community medicine, was conducted among 400 medical students across all semesters to understand the need, awareness and utilisation of the Counselling and Wellness Centre.
Mon, May 20, 2019
Study to identify dengue hotspots across countrySubscriber Only
May 17, 2019 02:34 IST
Ahead of the monsoon season, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has asked all central government-run hospitals to set up a dengue corner, a facility dedicated to providing assistance to patients diagnosed with the vector-borne disease.
Fri, May 17, 2019
Hapur gangrape: FIR lodged after woman sets self on fire, cops say no proof to make arrestsSubscriber Only
May 15, 2019 00:48 IST
In the FIR, the woman narrated multiple incidents of alleged rape by various residents of a village between 2016 and 2018. She claimed she was married off at the age of 14, and later divorced the man after bearing a child.
Wed, May 15, 2019
Delhi: In a first, differently abled manage polling booth in citySubscriber Only
May 13, 2019 02:41 IST
In a first-of-its-kind initiative, a polling booth (PS-69) managed exclusively by differently abled officials was set up at an MCD primary school in South Delhi’s Madangir. It was also visited by delegates from Myanmar.
Mon, May 13, 2019
Lok Sabha Elections 2019: In South Delhi, many point to glass half emptySubscriber Only
May 13, 2019 02:20 IST
AAP’s Raghav Chadha, incumbent MP from BJP Ramesh Bidhuri, and Congress’s Vijender Singh are contesting from South Delhi.
Mon, May 13, 2019
Question from 3 Delhi slums: We will vote today, but will anyone listen?Subscriber Only
May 12, 2019 03:37 IST
As Delhi votes today, lofty promises by the three parties in the fray – from statehood to national security to the Nyay scheme – are of little comfort to residents of this slum, where homes are painted with vibrant colours on the outside but hide a colourless life inside.
Sun, May 12, 2019
‘AAP opened doors for Modi, only Congress and I have fought against him,’ says Rahul GandhiSubscriber Only
May 10, 2019 03:23 IST
This is the first time that Gandhi has publicly spoken about AAP’s failure while campaigning in Delhi. On the issue of statehood — one of AAP’s main poll planks – Gandhi claimed that the party has failed to address the issue of traders and businessmen in the capital.
Fri, May 10, 2019
‘Dilli ki ladki’ Priyanka’s jibe at PM Modi: Like a school student, blames othersSubscriber Only
May 09, 2019 02:52 IST
Accompanied by Congress candidate from North East Delhi Sheila Dikshit, Gandhi smiled her way through the narrow lanes of Brahmpuri as locals came in droves to catch a glimpse on a sweltering afternoon.
Thu, May 09, 2019Journalism of Courage
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