Health Archives - Page 3 of 113

Health

December 29, 2025 3:36 PM

Abu Dhabi hospital administers world’s first ITVISMA gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy

Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Khalifa Medical City has become the first hospital globally to administer ITVISMA, a one-time gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy, marking a milestone in precision medicine. The treatment was delivered on December 28, 2025, ...

December 29, 2025 2:14 PM

108 labs approved for quality testing of Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani drugs: Minister

A total of 108 laboratories have been approved for quality testing of Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani drugs, said Ayush Minister Prataprao Jadhav. The Minister noted that these labs are approved or licensed under the provisions of the Drugs Rules, 1945 ...

December 29, 2025 1:18 PM

Amit Shah calls on doctors to play key role in building strong health ecosystem for Viksit Bharat

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Sunday addressed the Indian Medical Association’s National Conference, IMA NATCON 2025, in Ahmedabad and said that doctors will play a decisive role in building a strong and inclusive hea...

December 28, 2025 2:24 PM

Fathers’ Microplastic Exposure May Raise Risk of Diabetes in Daughters: Study

A father’s exposure to microplastics can trigger metabolic dysfunctions in children, with daughters being more at risk of developing diabetes, according to recent animal studies. Microplastics are tiny plastic particles, less than 5 millimetres in...

December 28, 2025 12:07 PM

Himachal Pradesh starts cultivation of industrial hemp

In a step to redefine the state’s economic landscape and achieve the vision of a self-reliant Himachal Pradesh by 2027, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu has initiated the ‘Green to Gold’ initiative, which aims to transition the state from a narr...

December 27, 2025 1:40 PM

Union Health Minister Nadda reviews Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission’s progress, notes global recognition of Indian standards

Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda on Fridayy reviewed the progress and key initiatives of the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC), underscoring its vital role in strengthening drug quality standards and pharmacovigilan...

December 26, 2025 3:24 PM

Disrupted Sleep Cycles Linked to Aggressive Breast Cancer: Study

Women who work night shifts or frequently travel across time zones, leading to irregular sleep patterns, may face a higher risk of developing aggressive breast cancer, according to a new study. Researchers from the Texas A&M University College o...

December 26, 2025 1:47 PM

Year-ender 2025: Ayush Sector marks transformational year in 2025 with global recognition and infrastructure expansion

The year 2025 emerged as a landmark period for India’s traditional medicine sector, with the Ministry of Ayush witnessing unprecedented expansion in infrastructure, global partnerships, scientific validation and public outreach, firmly positioning ...

December 26, 2025 12:18 PM

Year-ender 2025: Govt accelerates healthcare reforms in 2025, boosts infrastructure, digital health and coverage

India’s healthcare sector witnessed significant expansion and consolidation in 2025, with the government intensifying efforts to ensure affordable, accessible and technology-driven healthcare for all, in line with the vision of Sabka Saath, Sabka V...

December 26, 2025 10:40 AM

Animal studies show Alzheimer’s disease can be reversed

In a significant breakthrough, US researchers have found in animal studies that Alzheimer’s disease can be reversed, challenging a long-held belief that the neurodegenerative disorder is irreversible. The study, published in the journal Cell Repor...

Health

Top Stories of the Day