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 New Delhi, Apr 30 (BNP): A recent study has found that community-based anti-stigma programmes, along with a digital mental health support tool, have helped reduce risks of depression, self-harm, and suicide among adolescents living in urban slum areas. The research covered 60 slum clusters across New Delhi and Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh, focusing on improving […]

Statewide initiative with the Ohio Association of Community Health Centers, CareSource, and Humana more than doubled Pregnancy Risk Assessment Form submission rates, accelerating identification of high-risk pregnancies and strengthening Medicaid continuity   BURLINGTON, Mass. — [April 30, 2026] — Azara Healthcare, the four-time Best in KLAS provider of population health and value-based care solutions for the

Apr 29 (BNP): India is rapidly positioning itself as one of the world’s most accessible destinations for CAR-T cell therapy, driven by advances in biotechnology and more affordable treatment options, according to ImmunoACT. The company highlighted that India’s growing capabilities in cell and gene therapy are helping make advanced cancer treatments more accessible to patients,

Bangalore, Apr 29: Raj Diamonds, a leading diamond jewellery brand, recently organized a Blood Donation drive and Health Awareness Camp as part of its commitment to social responsibility and community welfare. The camp, held at its corporate office in Gandhi Nagar, Bengaluru, witnessed enthusiastic participation from employees. In collaboration with certified medical healthcare partners, the initiative focused on the importance of regular health check-ups, healthy lifestyle choices, and the

New Delhi, Apr 28 (BNP): Dr. Hemant Barua has been honoured with the prestigious Rastriya Ratan Samman in recognition of his contributions to research and practice in Vedic astrology. The award ceremony was held on April 25 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, where eminent personalities from various fields gathered to celebrate achievements across specialised domains.

New Delhi, Apr 28: Apollo Athenaa, Asia’s first comprehensive cancer centre dedicated exclusively to women, announced the launch of India’s first fully integrated Gynae-Oncology and Robotic Surgery ecosystem, designed to address one of the most critical and underserved gaps in cancer care for women. Gynaecological cancers continue to pose a significant and growing burden in

Baltimore, April 27:  The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC) tonight honored 51 trauma professionals and first responders who saved the life of a 16-year-old Montgomery County high school student who was on the brink of death after being shot at a party in 2024. More than 700 people attended

Apr 27: Following reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received radiation therapy for early-stage prostate cancer, experts from the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) are available to discuss the science behind this approach and what it means for the many men diagnosed with prostate cancer each year. Prostate cancer is one of the

By: Kevin FrylingIndiana University Every year, Indiana University optometry students and faculty deliver free eye exams to thousands of people, including nearly 10,000 children across Indiana and abroad. They also provide vision screenings for hundreds of amateur sports players, including those competing in Special Olympics and college athletes at IU. The screenings conducted in partnership

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Apr 25: The influenza D virus that researchers say has been flying under the radar since its detection in animals in 2011 can vigorously make copies of itself in human cells and lung tissue samples, a new study shows.  The findings suggest influenza D has strong potential to spill over to humans, the scientists say.