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Nimesulide banned: Centre prohibits sale of oral painkiller doses above 100 mg in immediate-release form
By Shalini Bhardwaj, New Delhi, December 31: The Government of India has banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of oral formulations of the painkiller nimesulide containing more than 100 mg in immediate-release dosage form.
JP Nadda chairs high-level review on healthcare reforms, TB Mukt Bharat in Haryana
New Delhi, December 29: Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare, JP Nadda, on Monday convened a high-level review meeting with the Health Minister and senior officials of Haryana to evaluate healthcare delivery and strengthen the implementation of national health programmes.
UAE health sector strengthens leadership with qualitative achievements in 2025
Abu Dhabi, December 20: The UAE's health sector recorded a series of landmark achievements in 2025, reinforcing the country's position as a global hub for medical innovation and enhancing the readiness of its healthcare system across diagnostic, therapeutic, and research domains.
Working to integrate AI with traditional medicine: JP Nadda at WHO Global Summit
New Delhi, December 19: Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda on Friday addressed the WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, and underlined how India has adopted a holistic approach to medicine, and looking to integrate traditional medicine with Artificial Intelligence (AI).
India to host second WHO Global Summit on traditional medicine in New Delhi from Dec 17 to 19
New Delhi, December 15: India will host the second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine from December 17 to 19, 2025, in the national capital, bringing together global leaders to shape the future of holistic health and well-being.
Global leaders adopt political declaration to combat diabetes, high BP and mental health by 2030
New Delhi, Dec 16: In a first, leaders from across the world adopted a political declaration to combat noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, high BP, and mental health challenges by 2030, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Tuesday.
Gender equity, community participation key to fight diabetes, high BP in India: Experts
New Delhi, Dec 12: Gender equity and community participation are essential to combat the rising cases of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, high BP in India, said experts here on Friday.
Unqualified practitioners and self-styled dietitians, worsening India's obesity crisis: Minister
New Delhi, Dec 9: Unqualified practitioners and self-styled dietitians are worsening India’s obesity crisis with misinformation, said Union Minister of State for Science & Technology Jitendra Singh.
Union Minister JP Nadda visits National Defence College, hails its 'one of kind', international program
New Delhi, November 19: Union Minister and BJP National President JP Nadda on Tuesday visited the National Defence College of India. On the occasion, Nadda addressed the course participants.
Maldives enforces generational tobacco ban, outlaws e-cigarettes nationwide
Male/Colombo, Nov 1: The Maldivian government has officially implemented landmark amendments to the Tobacco Control Act, introducing a generational ban on tobacco use effective from Saturday.
Boosting health literacy, self-care in youth may help prevent early onset of NCDs in India: Experts
New Delhi, Oct 14: Developing a culture of health literacy and self-care in youth may help prevent the early onset of non-communicable diseases like diabetes, hypertension obesity and cancers, in India, said public health experts here on Tuesday.
Namibia launches new health frameworks for universal coverage
Windhoek, Oct 13: Namibia on Monday launched a five-year health strategic plan and the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Policy to ensure equitable access to quality healthcare services for all citizens by 2030.
We now think of preventive healthcare, early detection: JP Nadda on India's affordable healthcare
New Delhi, October 9: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda on Thursday emphasised the country's focus on affordable and accessible healthcare while sharing his insights on India's journey towards a stronger, more inclusive healthcare future.
99 pc drop in prevalence rate of leprosy in India in last 44 years: Govt
New Delhi, Oct 6: India has seen a remarkable success in control of leprosy, with a 99 per cent drop in prevalence rate per 10,000 population and 98 per cent reduction in cases under treatment over a span of 44 years, according to the government.
Andhra Cabinet approves policy to provide free healthcare
Amaravati, Sep 4: The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet on Thursday approved the implementation of a universal health policy to provide quality treatment free of cost to about five crore people in the state.
US: Health workers call for resignation of Secretary Kennedy
Washington, Sep 3: Over 1000 current and former employees of the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have called for the resignation of Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr after removal of the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Susan Monarez and other actions which they said are "compromising the health of the nation."
Need collective action to put rural women at centre of climate, health agendas: Prataprao Jadhav
New Delhi, Aug 8: Union Minister of State for Health Prataprao Jadhav on Friday called for collective action to put rural women at the centre of climate and health agendas.
Why tobacco-style warnings on alcohol bottles can aid fight against cancer
New Delhi, July 29: Adopting tobacco-style warning labels on alcohol bottles can be a key measure to prevent the rising burden of cancer in India, said experts on Tuesday.
AIIMS Bhopal launches life-saving mobile app to empower people & medical professionals
Bhopal, May 29: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhopal commemorated the World Medicine Emergency Day with launch of a life-saving mobile application 'Code Emergency' on Thursday, officials said.
Poshan Abhiyaan to fight malnutrition, improve health and economic productivity: Minister
New Delhi, May 23: Poshan Abhiyaan will fight malnutrition among women and children, which will improve health and boost economic productivity in the country, said Harsh Malhotra, Union Minister of State for Corporate Affairs and Road, Transport and Highways here on Friday.
Focus on health: Meghalaya govt spending Rs 1,000 crore, says CM Conrad Sangma
Shillong, May 21: Meghalaya has emerged as one of the leading states in healthcare investment, with over 8 per cent of the annual state budget -- more than Rs 1,000 crore -- dedicated to the health sector, said Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Wednesday.
WHO adopts historic Pandemic Agreement to bridge global healthcare gaps, inequities
Geneva, May 20: In a historic move, the World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday formally adopted the world's first Pandemic Agreement, after three years of negotiations.
PM Modi chairs meeting with Nadda to review TB elimination campaign progress
New Delhi, May 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened a meeting on Tuesday to assess the progress of the tuberculosis elimination campaign. Union Health Minister JP Nadda and other leaders attended.
Meghalaya has highest budgetary allocation for health sector: Conrad Sangma
Shillong, May 7: Chief Minister Conrad Sangma said on Wednesday that Meghalaya has the highest budgetary allocation for the health sector compared to other states in the country.
Meghalaya launches health advancement policy
Shillong, May 5: To strengthen healthcare infrastructure, the state government has launched the Meghalaya Health Advancement Policy on Monday, an official said.
Reducing salt intake most cost-effective strategies to boost health: Experts
New Delhi, April 28: Reducing salt intake is one of the most cost-effective strategies to boost health, said experts as salt consumption in India is exceeding safe limits, contributing significantly to the growing burden of non-communicable diseases.
Opportunity to talk to a wide audience: UNICEF Representative on World Health Summit Regional Meeting in India
New Delhi, April 27: UNICEF Representative to India, Cynthia McCaffrey, said that UNICEF is excited to be a policy partner for the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2025 being held in the national capital and called it an "opportunity to talk to a wide audience."
Government continuously working towards 'malaria-free India': Anupriya Patel
New Delhi, April 25: The government is continuously working towards achieving the goal of 'Malaria Free India', said Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Anupriya Singh Patel on World Malaria Day on Friday.
US Senate confirms Indian-origin Jay Bhattacharya as Director of National Institutes of Health
Washington DC, March 26: The US Senate on Tuesday (local time) confirmed the appointment of Indian-origin Jay Bhattacharya, a professor at Stanford School of Medicine, as Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora praises PM Modi's campaign on obesity, suggests higher taxes on sugary products
Mumbai, March 22: Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora on Friday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's national-level campaign on obesity. He also stated that he had urged Health Minister JP Nadda to take measures to control obesity and prevent a potential obesity crisis in India.
Health tech centres key to reinforcing affordable healthcare in India: J.P. Nadda
New Delhi, March 8: The Health Technology Assessment (HTA), part of the Department of Health Research (DHR) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, is playing a crucial role in reinforcing the government's motto of affordable, equitable and accessible healthcare for all, Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda said here on Saturday.
Israel to add graphic health warnings on tobacco products
Tel Aviv, March 7: Israel's Ministry of Health Thursday released draft regulations that will require graphic health warnings to be displayed on smoking products. Thus, for the first time in Israel, graphic warnings will be added to the existing verbal warnings on packs of smoking products.
Tackling obesity not just personal concern but a national responsibility: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, March 5: : Tackling the rising levels of obesity, which contributes to several health burdens, is not just a personal concern but a national responsibility, said Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh.
Union Minister JP Nadda offers prayers at Jagannath Temple in Odisha
Puri, February 28: Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Thursday offered prayers at the Jagannath Temple in Odisha's Puri.
Luke Coutinho praises PM Modi's vision for health at grassroot level in the country
New Delhi, February 28: Luke Coutinho, a globally renowned holistic nutrition, integrative, and lifestyle expert, appreciated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision and efforts to improve the healthcare system in the country and the way he is focusing on children's health. He also praised PM Modi's call to fight obesity and reduce oil consumption.
Sharjah Consultative Council approves recommendations on health policies
Sharja: h [UAE] February 26 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) approved its recommendations regarding the Sharjah Health Authority's policies, emphasising the need for continued development across the healthcare sector, comprehensive health coverage, and enhanced medical insurance services.
Delhi CM's health blueprint: 1 lakh Ayushman Bharat registrations in one month
New Delhi, Feb 21: The new Delhi government is considering a proposal to expand the coverage of health schemes in gated societies and posh areas by raising the number of Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) and enrolling 1 lakh Ayushman Bharat beneficiaries in a month.
India no longer dependent on foreign aid or funding for tackling AIDS: NACO
New Delhi, Feb 21: India is no longer dependent on foreign aid or funding for tackling the burden of AIDS in India, said Dr Uday Bhanu Das, Deputy Director General of the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, on Friday.
USAID effectively ran India's National Family Health Survey from 1990s: Sanjeev Sanyal
New Delhi, Feb 17: Sanjeev Sanyal, member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) on Monday said those concerned about USAID's interference in Indian elections should be equally concerned about USAID's tentacles in India's medical system and social policies.
Argentina announces it will leave World Health Organization
Buenos Aires, February 6: Argentina has announced it will leave World Health Organization (WHO). Argentina's presidential spokesperson Manuel Adorni made the announcement regarding the decision, CNN reported.