Health Archives - DD India

Health

February 22, 2025 11:38 AM

Ayush ministry’s campaign sets five Guinness World Records

The Ministry of Ayush’s nationwide campaign, Desh Ka Prakriti Parikshan Abhiyaan, has secured five Guinness World Records, marking a milestone in holistic healthcare and promoting global awareness of Ayurveda. The campaign set a record for the...

February 21, 2025 5:22 PM

India no longer dependent on foreign aid for tackling AIDS: NACO

India is no longer dependent on foreign aid or funding to tackle the burden of AIDS, 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. Speaki...

February 21, 2025 4:08 PM

Experts stress mental health and stigma reduction for adolescents

Addressing mental health needs and breaking the stigma surrounding psychological issues is essential for the well-being and development of adolescents, according to psychology experts. Adolescence is marked by rapid physical, psychological, and ...

February 20, 2025 3:58 PM

Government launches intensified NCD screening campaign to cover all citizens aged 30 and above

In response to the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) across the nation, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has launched a special NCD screening drive to ensure 100% coverage of individuals aged 30 years and above. The drive...

February 20, 2025 3:05 PM

India sees over 30 percent decline in suicide death rates from 1990 to 2021: Lancet

India has seen a more than 30 percent reduction in the suicide death rate from 1990 to 2021, according to a study published in The Lancet Public Health on Thursday, marking a significant progress in health strategies. The analysis, based on the resu...

February 19, 2025 4:48 PM

Fat, not muscle: drugmakers in race for next weight-loss breakthrough

Current weight-loss methods such as lifestyle changes, surgery, and popular therapies like Novo Nordisk's Wegovy and Eli Lilly's Zepbound result in both fat and muscle loss that can increase the risk of falls and decrease overall strength, which coul...

February 18, 2025 11:36 PM

Vatican cancels pope’s weekend engagements as he battles ‘complex’ infection

Pope Francis, who is spending his fifth day in hospital for what doctors described as a "complex" respiratory infection, will not take part in this weekend's Holy Year events, the Vatican said on Tuesday. The 88-year-old pontiff has been suffering f...

February 18, 2025 2:59 PM

Combination immunotherapy shows promise in treating advanced skin cancer

A combination immunotherapy has demonstrated the potential to cure a majority of patients with advanced melanoma that has spread to the brain, according to a seven-year follow-up from a clinical trial. The findings, published in The Lancet Oncology, ...

February 17, 2025 12:21 PM

Ministry of Ayush opens nominations for Prime Minister’s Yoga Awards 2025

The Ministry of Ayush has officially opened nominations for the prestigious Prime Minister’s Yoga Awards for the 2025 edition of the International Day of Yoga (IDY2025). These awards recognize outstanding individuals and organizations that have mad...

February 16, 2025 2:40 PM

Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister leads ‘Fit India Sundays on Cycle’ at Gateway of India

The 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' event, part of the Fit India Movement's flagship programme, took place at the iconic Gateway of India, Mumbai on Sunday. Over 500 cyclists, including wellness experts, cycling enthusiasts, and members of various cycle...

MOST READ