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Rupsa Chakraborty
Rupsa Chakraborty, is a special correspondent with The Indian Express' Mumbai bureau. She writes on issues related to health, science, gender sensitivity and rural development. She tweets @RupsaChak
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State reports highest number of waterborne diseases in four yearsSubscriber Only
January 02, 2025 21:36 IST
With an average of 11 people falling ill daily, experts blame prolonged rainfall, poor hygiene, and inadequate water monitoring for the rise in waterborne diseases.
Thu, Jan 02, 2025
From road accidents to heart attacks: Mumbai’s hospitals brace for New Year’s emergenciesSubscriber Only
December 31, 2024 19:21 IST
Alarmingly, heart attacks among young people are on the rise. Many in their 20s and 30s suffer sudden cardiac arrests during activities like dancing or sports.
Tue, Dec 31, 2024
Mumbai sets record for organ donations since Covid-19 with 20% rise in 2024Subscriber Only
December 31, 2024 10:13 IST
The key organ donations included 93 kidneys, 51 livers, 2 pancreases, 8 hearts, 7 lungs, and 1 small bowel.
Tue, Dec 31, 2024
4.8% of Indian women undergo hysterectomy, many use government insurance schemes: StudySubscriber Only
December 29, 2024 14:16 IST
A study in the Journal of Medical Evidence reveals alarming trends in unnecessary uterus removal surgeries and highlights the need for policy intervention.
Sun, Dec 29, 2024
Mumbai’s poor AQI and erratic temperatures fuel respiratory ailmentsSubscriber Only
December 27, 2024 20:36 IST
The city’s fluctuating temperatures—marked by warm days and cooler nights—are exacerbating the crisis.
Fri, Dec 27, 2024
At Mumbai hospitals, Christmas brings gifts, laughter and hope for patientsSubscriber Only
December 24, 2024 22:29 IST
In the old-age home, an elderly woman wrapped herself in a new sweater, tears brimming in her eyes. Nearby, at an orphanage, children erupted in giggles as they played musical chairs under the watchful eyes of volunteers who cheered them on.
Tue, Dec 24, 2024
Vinod Kambli hospitalised in Thane, condition ‘stabilising’Subscriber Only
December 23, 2024 23:50 IST
Doctors attending to him said that imbalances in sodium and potassium were identified that were causing cramps and mobility issues.
Tue, Dec 24, 2024
BMC launches adult BCG vaccination campaign to combat TBSubscriber Only
December 23, 2024 21:33 IST
Since September 2024, Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) have surveyed communities to identify eligible individuals, finalising the list between October and December.
Mon, Dec 23, 2024
CAG audit unveils systemic failures: Unspent budget, vacant posts, incomplete projects plague Maharashtra’s healthcareSubscriber Only
December 21, 2024 23:24 IST
The report was tabled on the last day of the winter session of the Maharashtra Assembly on Saturday.
Sun, Dec 22, 2024
CAG audit unveils systemic failures: Unspent budget, vacant posts, incomplete projects plague state’s healthcareSubscriber Only
December 21, 2024 21:10 IST
Only 7 per cent of district hospitals meet these benchmarks for maternal and child health services. Emergency and diagnostic facilities remain grossly inadequate, with hospitals lacking essential imaging equipment.
Sat, Dec 21, 2024
Over 700 experts to join MUHS’s first tribal health symposiumSubscriber Only
December 20, 2024 21:11 IST
The project addressed seven major health concerns: breast cancer, liver disease, osteoporosis, sickle cell disease, sexually transmitted diseases, oral cancer, and malnutrition.
Fri, Dec 20, 2024
Drowning, trauma confirmed causes in Mumbai ferry collision fatalitiesSubscriber Only
December 20, 2024 00:30 IST
The deceased included two children—a five-year-old boy and a three-year-old girl—and nine adults, comprising five men and four women aged between 30 and 40, with one woman aged 50.
Fri, Dec 20, 2024
Centre shifting funds to district hospitals leaves KEM Hospital in the lurch, affects haemophilia treatmentSubscriber Only
December 07, 2024 20:40 IST
There are approximately 950 registered haemophilia patients in Mumbai, and the shortage of treatments has become critical.
Sat, Dec 07, 2024
Winter chill brings surge in respiratory illnesses across MumbaiSubscriber Only
December 01, 2024 20:13 IST
Vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing respiratory conditions, are particularly affected by this seasonal trend.
Sun, Dec 01, 2024
How Tata Memorial’s ImPaCCT foundation reduced treatment abandonment to 2% from 25%Subscriber Only
November 30, 2024 10:29 IST
The study revealed a complex set of challenges, including financial difficulties, lack of accommodation, inadequate transfusion support, gender bias and a widespread belief that cancer is incurable.
Sat, Nov 30, 2024
KEM hospital opens pain-specialised OT for all age groupsSubscriber Only
November 29, 2024 11:26 IST
Younger patients are often affected by prolonged sitting, incorrect ergonomics, and sports injuries. “Conditions like sciatica, radicular back pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome—once rare among the youth—are now increasingly common,” Dr Kudalkar noted.
Fri, Nov 29, 2024
Maharashtra: After Mahayuti win, experts say time to focus on healthcare initiativesSubscriber Only
November 25, 2024 22:47 IST
The BJP’s manifesto lays out 14 initiatives aimed at improving healthcare delivery across Maharashtra.
Mon, Nov 25, 2024
SBTC bans substantial gifts, incentives given to uphold ethos of voluntary blood donationSubscriber Only
November 15, 2024 21:38 IST
In a circular issued on November 13, the SBTC directed blood centres to implement strict oversight.
Fri, Nov 15, 2024
Why menopause can increase your blood sugar by 50%Subscriber Only
November 15, 2024 13:14 IST
The worse your symptoms, the higher your risk
Sun, Nov 17, 2024
Health takes spotlight in political party manifestos in MaharashtraSubscriber Only
November 15, 2024 10:47 IST
Dr. Shukla emphasised the growing attention to equitable access to health services, particularly in rural areas.
Fri, Nov 15, 2024
Assault on doctor leads to closure of OPD, suspension of gynaec surgeriesSubscriber Only
November 14, 2024 10:52 IST
Hospital records indicate that the mother, Archana, had poor nutritional care during her pregnancy, contributing to low haemoglobin levels and an emergency admission six weeks prior.
Thu, Nov 14, 2024
From Scalpel to Sapling: Surgeon turns drought-stricken land into lush paradise, wins IMA’s ‘Green Doctor Award’Subscriber Only
November 14, 2024 10:22 IST
Dr Ravi Wankhedkar dug trenches, built lakes, and invested in water tankers to cultivate over 10,000 trees, while maintaining his medical career.
Thu, Nov 14, 2024
Maharashtra’s free palliative care initiative supports over 2 lakh patients since 2012Subscriber Only
November 12, 2024 23:45 IST
After being launched as a pilot project with clinics in Igatpuri and Jawhar, the initiative expanded significantly during the Covid-19 pandemic, and now operates in 17 districts.
Wed, Nov 13, 2024
Govt hospitals to have separate toilets, accommodation for patients’ relativesSubscriber Only
November 11, 2024 20:03 IST
Under the new policy, fees will be capped at Rs 5 per person for toilet use and Rs 10 per person for bathing facilities.
Mon, Nov 11, 2024
HPV vaccine delay risks lives: Nearly 4,000 women die from cervical cancer in Maharashtra in six yearsSubscriber Only
November 08, 2024 21:54 IST
Cervical cancer occurs in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina, and is most commonly caused by human papillomavirus (HPV).
Fri, Nov 08, 2024Journalism of Courage
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