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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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Maharashtra stares at another TB drug shortage, stock may empty soonSubscriber Only
March 22, 2024 02:59 IST
This includes three Fixed-dose combinations (FDC) and four FDC drugs for both continuous and intensive phases.
Sun, Mar 24, 2024
What’s this new diet plan for weight loss and reverse ageing all about?Subscriber Only
March 09, 2024 16:24 IST
Dr Sanjith Saseedharan, consultant and head, critical care at SL Raheja Hospital, Mumbai, analyses the benefits of a fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) plan.
Sat, Mar 09, 2024
Medical seat-leaving bond: After NMC seeks review, state to submit report to CentreSubscriber Only
March 05, 2024 21:28 IST
Medical students must furnish Rs 20L bond for leaving seat
Wed, Mar 06, 2024
World Obesity Day: Obesity spreads among children from underprivileged families, spike in cases post pandemicSubscriber Only
March 04, 2024 21:26 IST
Doctors highlight how this indicates that obesity is no longer confined to affluent families but has become increasingly prevalent in urban slums, especially post-pandemic.
Tue, Mar 05, 2024
Mumbai’s Sion hospital helps poor couples with free fertility treatment; 18 women conceive in 4 monthsSubscriber Only
March 04, 2024 04:04 IST
The hospital has plans to offer more advanced ART procedures, specifically those that fall under ART level-2.
Tue, Mar 05, 2024
Rare Disease Day: Sleeping can be life-threatening for these newborns with CCHSSubscriber Only
March 01, 2024 01:10 IST
Life-long ventilator support the only option for kids with Congenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome
Tue, Mar 05, 2024
Maharashtra struggles with high sickle cell anemia cases over insufficient health infraSubscriber Only
February 29, 2024 04:07 IST
It has the third highest number of patients of all states
Thu, Feb 29, 2024
Post-cure worry: Dying cancer cells can induce cancer in healthy cells, finds studySubscriber Only
February 27, 2024 05:37 IST
Collaborating with a nutraceutical company, Tata Memorial Centre aims to commercialise chromatin-degrading agents, expected for release in June or July. This development holds promise in mitigating treatment-related toxicity, as demonstrated in human trials across various cancers.
Tue, Feb 27, 2024
Maharashtra to set up specialised unit to address women’s helpline callsSubscriber Only
February 23, 2024 01:02 IST
The state Woman and Child Development (WCD) department will also analyse caller data to build a comprehensive data bank, enhancing responsiveness and support.
Fri, Feb 23, 2024
Love that makes bitter gourd sweet: As kids fight cancer, 21 parents share food recipesSubscriber Only
February 20, 2024 19:25 IST
An NGO has curated the 38-page book that can be downloaded for free from its website
Thu, Feb 22, 2024
Soon, govt hospitals to offer expensive IVF treatment valued at over Rs 2 lakh, for free to infertile couples in stateSubscriber Only
February 19, 2024 20:55 IST
This decline, extending beyond urban areas, impacts rural couples who wish to beget a child, marking a significant demographic shift and necessitating strategic health interventions.
Thu, Feb 22, 2024
Do yoga in a hot room: Harvard study shows how it improves mental healthSubscriber Only
February 17, 2024 12:35 IST
Dr Shobha Subramanian-Itolikar, Consultant, Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Mumbai, says alternative practices can complement traditional therapies
Sat, Feb 17, 2024
After much delays, process on to fill up 10,000 health posts by month-endSubscriber Only
February 15, 2024 22:16 IST
As of November, 48,686 positions out of the approved 65,791 in the state health department have been filled, while 17,105 remain vacant.
Fri, Feb 16, 2024
Tata Hospital’s childhood cancer survivors teach new patients to embrace life after the diseaseSubscriber Only
February 14, 2024 22:05 IST
Many former TMH patients, now cancer survivors, serve as vital pillars of support for current patients. Their commitment expands to assisting new survivors, establishing a substantial and extensive network of dedicated volunteers.
Thu, Feb 15, 2024
From dogs to rabbits, 560 animals find dignified farewell in Mumbai’s first cost-free pet crematorium; owners collect ashes for Asthi VisarjanSubscriber Only
February 09, 2024 21:56 IST
In total, 46 pet dogs and 319 stray dogs have been cremated since its inauguration. Additionally, 180 stray and pet cats have been laid to rest in the cemetery.
Tue, Feb 13, 2024
Nair Hospital soon to offer aqua-therapy at reduced costs for special needs kidsSubscriber Only
February 08, 2024 23:37 IST
Dr Sudhir Medhekar, the Dean of BYL Nair Hospital, confirmed the approval of the aqua-therapy facility earlier this week. This initiative is aimed at benefiting children with special needs, particularly those with neurological conditions such as cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorders, and developmental delays.
Fri, Feb 09, 2024
New study shows a weight loss drug significantly reduces body weight in a year. Here’s all you need to knowSubscriber Only
February 08, 2024 08:37 IST
An expert explains what the cascading effect does to your lipid profiles, blood pressure, liver function and cardiovascular disease risk factors
Thu, Feb 08, 2024
1,300 hand-written postcards sent to govt offices seek better health policies in stateSubscriber Only
February 07, 2024 21:52 IST
Jan Arogya Abhiyan, a coalition of NGOs and health professionals, spearheaded this symbolic movement, rallying health advocates from various districts across the state.
Thu, Feb 08, 2024
‘First’ patient free of cancer: Indigenous CAR-T cell therapy brings treatment cost down from Rs 4 crore to Rs 40 lakhSubscriber Only
February 06, 2024 18:41 IST
Developed by ImmunoAct, IIT Bombay and Tata Memorial Hospital, the therapy has been administered to 15 patients in India. Three of them have successfully achieved cancer remission. Dr Gupta, the first commercial patient to be declared free of cancer, speaks of his experience exclusively to The Indian Express
Thu, Feb 08, 2024
BMC initiates STEMI project to address heart-related issues for Mumbai residentsSubscriber Only
February 02, 2024 21:36 IST
To further bolster healthcare, the BMC plans to convert Kasturba Hospital into a research hub.
Fri, Feb 02, 2024
BMC zero-prescription policy in hospitals draws flak for excluding non-Mumbai patientsSubscriber Only
February 02, 2024 20:00 IST
The initiative has faced criticism from the opposition, as the programme's viability extends only to the residents of Mumbai, excluding patients from outside the city.
Fri, Feb 02, 2024
Enumerator collecting data for Maratha Survey assaulted by Bandra West residentSubscriber Only
February 02, 2024 01:00 IST
When Chipkar descended to the lower floor and was speaking to another flat owner, the women from the eighth floor followed her and abused her.
Thu, Feb 08, 2024
Health Budget 2024: Anganwadi, ASHA workers explain how the expansion of Ayushman Bharat cover can help themSubscriber Only
February 01, 2024 14:08 IST
‘We are more susceptible to infections from those we screen. Now we can avail treatment in empanelled hospitals without worrying about funds’
Thu, Feb 01, 2024
Tata Cancer Hospital embraces 19th-century tech for swift blood sample transport, reducing errorSubscriber Only
January 31, 2024 04:32 IST
Initiated 15 years ago, this vital technology shuttles 3,000 samples daily between various departments within seconds, saving crucial hours and minimising human error.
Thu, Feb 01, 2024
Maratha survey faces fresh challenge: People refusing to share infoSubscriber Only
January 30, 2024 05:05 IST
Highest number of residents refusing to share details is from non-slum areas, according to enumerators
Mon, Feb 05, 2024Journalism of Courage
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