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ISMHAA International Summit Marks a Defining Moment for India’s Mental Health Movement

ISMHAA International Summit Marks a Defining Moment for India’s Mental Health Movement

New Delhi [India], January 9: The International Mental Health Policy Summit of the International Society for Mental Health Advocacy and Action (ISMHAA) commenced with a powerful call for collective responsibility, cultural rootedness, and systemic reform, signalling what many speakers described as the beginning of a sustained national movement rather than a standalone event. A Welcome that Set the Moral Compass The Summit formally opened with a deeply reflective Welcome Address by Dr Mahendra Kabra, RR Kabel, Founder Trustee Hema Foundation and chief patron of ISMHAA underscored that India stands at a critical inflection point in its mental health journey. Emphasising…
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Jenburkt Pharmaceuticals Launches India’s First 10 Cancer Screening Van in Gujarat

Jenburkt Pharmaceuticals Launches India’s First 10 Cancer Screening Van in Gujarat

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], January 8: In a landmark initiative inaugurated by the Honourable Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Bhupendra Patel Jenburkt Pharmaceuticals Limited has conceptualized and donated the Jenburkt ASHA Van India’s first mobile cancer screening van capable of screening 10 different cancer types and managed by the Indian Red Cross Society Bhavnagar District. The ASHA Van brings advanced diagnostic services previously limited to premier hospitals directly to rural communities. It enables screening for breast, cervical, oral, blood, prostate testicular, pancreatic, liver, colorectal and lung cancers. Using world class equipment including a full mammography unit thermogrid technology and integrated IT…
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GreenOpia Sea Buckthorn Oil Capsules: The Natural Path to Inner Wellness and Radiant Health

GreenOpia Sea Buckthorn Oil Capsules: The Natural Path to Inner Wellness and Radiant Health

New Delhi [India], January 6: It is really hard to keep our bodies working and feeling alive every day. When we eat food, get stressed, breathe dirty air and use too many fake things, it hurts our bodies. This can make our skin look bad, make us get sick easily and give us stomach problems. That is where natural plant-based supplements can help a lot. GreenOpia Sea Buckthorn Oil Capsules are an example of this. They are made to help our whole body feel good from the inside out, which is what nature is all about. GreenOpia Sea Buckthorn Oil…
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5 Eye Hospitals in India for Working Professionals Seeking Specs Removal

5 Eye Hospitals in India for Working Professionals Seeking Specs Removal

New Delhi [India], December 30: For India’s working professionals, vision correction is no longer just about clinical outcomes; it’s about time efficiency, informed choice, and long-term visual stability. Specs removal procedures such as LASIK, SMILE, ICL, and surface ablation have evolved significantly, but the hospital you choose plays a decisive role in how smooth, ethical, and predictable that journey is. The hospitals listed below are recognised for offering advanced refractive care while maintaining conservative patient screening, a factor especially important for professionals balancing demanding schedules and long-term eye health. The list focuses on institutions with structured refractive programs rather than procedure-centric…
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Pune Arts and Health Festival Concludes Successfully, Celebrating the Role of Creativity in Holistic Health

Pune Arts and Health Festival Concludes Successfully, Celebrating the Role of Creativity in Holistic Health

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 29: The Pune Arts and Health Festival, a Global South arts and health initiative supported by the Taal Arts and Health Foundation and Dr. Amol Lunkad, concluded successfully, bringing together artists, healthcare professionals, researchers, students, and citizens to explore the intersection of art, health, and community well-being. Held across 23 venues from 3–5 December, the festival featured a rich programme of art installations, performances, workshops, talks, and interactive sessions, highlighting the role of creative practices in supporting mental, emotional, and physical health. The festival engaged 63 artists and facilitators and welcomed approximately 1,000 participants from across…
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Comprehensive Stroke Care and Outcomes at Jehangir Hospital

Comprehensive Stroke Care and Outcomes at Jehangir Hospital

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 25: Stroke is a serious medical condition affecting blood vessels in and around the brain and is a leading cause of premature death and long-term disability in India. It occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked (ischaemic stroke) or when a blood vessel bursts (haemorrhagic stroke), causing brain cells to die within minutes. Although more common in people over 40, stroke can occur at any age. Timely medical intervention can save lives and significantly reduce long-term disability. World-Class Emergency Stroke Response at Jehangir Hospital Jehangir Hospital was among the first in India to incorporate…
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Chronic Constipation Turns Life-Threatening; Medicover Doctors Save 65-Year-Old with Advanced Robotic Surgery

Chronic Constipation Turns Life-Threatening; Medicover Doctors Save 65-Year-Old with Advanced Robotic Surgery

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], December 24: A condition often dismissed as routine digestive discomfort nearly turned fatal for a 65-year-old man, highlighting the hidden dangers of long-standing constipation among India’s ageing population. Mr. Guru Prasad, a resident of Bengaluru, had been living with chronic constipation and abdominal bloating for several years. When he suddenly developed severe abdominal pain and distension, he was rushed to Medicover Hospital, Whitefield, where specialists diagnosed him with sigmoid volvulus—a medical emergency in which the large intestine twists on itself, cutting off blood supply and risking bowel gangrene. Sigmoid volvulus accounts for 5–8% of intestinal obstructions in…
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Dr. Arpit Chopra Jain’s distinguished treatment methodology echoes at Oxford University!

Dr. Arpit Chopra Jain’s distinguished treatment methodology echoes at Oxford University!

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], December 23: India’s renowned modern Alternative Medicine expert and internationally acclaimed medical professional, Dr. Arpit Chopra Jain, was honoured with the prestigious “UN Global Excellence Award 2025” by the United Nations Global Peace Council (UNGPC) at a grand ceremony held at the prestigious Oxford University, United Kingdom. On this historic occasion, Dr. Arpit Chopra Jain was invited as a Guest Speaker. From the stage of Oxford University, he not only delivered a powerful address but also introduced the world to India’s modern Alternative Medicine system and the distinctive treatment methodology of his “Aarogya Super Speciality Modern…
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Shalya’s Silver Win at CII MedTech Quality Excellence Awards 2025 Marks Its Entry into India’s MedTech Big League

Shalya’s Silver Win at CII MedTech Quality Excellence Awards 2025 Marks Its Entry into India’s MedTech Big League

New Delhi [India], December 22: Shalya – XcelLance Medical Technologies Pvt. Ltd. has been recognised as the Silver Winner in Large Scale Enterprise at the CII MedTech Quality Excellence Awards 2025, powered by the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) – a milestone that signals the company’s transition into India’s large-scale MedTech league. Founded as a homegrown Indian MedTech company, Shalya’s journey began with modest resources and a strong belief that India could build high-quality, reliable medical technologies for surgeons across the world. Over time, this belief translated into disciplined manufacturing practices, in-house research and development, and a relentless focus on…
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Psychotherapist Namrata Jain Sounds the Alarm Bells for India’s Silent but Escalating Self-Harm Epidemic

Psychotherapist Namrata Jain Sounds the Alarm Bells for India’s Silent but Escalating Self-Harm Epidemic

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 17: India’s mental health crisis is taking a turn for the worse, suggests Mumbai-based eminent psychotherapist Namrata Jain. Along with her team, Namrata has observed growing instances of self-harm across age groups and genders, which she ascribes to unmet mental health needs. Namrata’s observations note increasing instances of self-harm across age groups and genders She suggests triggers and how self-harm manifests across age groups, pointing to an urgent and immediate need for informed interventions and timely action She notes that most alarmingly, this epidemic is going largely unnoticed and the multi-factorial causes indicate a crying need…
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