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Chennai Hosts Heartwarming Meeting Between Blood Stem Cell Donor & 11-Year-Old Survivor

Fanconi Anemia is a rare genetic disorder that affects the bone marrow’s ability to produce blood cells

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ENTOD Pharmaceuticals Seeks Reinstatement of Approval for Its Eye Drops Following Suspension by DCGI

Mumbai-based ENTOD Pharmaceuticals is working with the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) to address concerns over its recently approved Pilocarpine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution USP 1.25per cent w/v, branded as PresVu eye drops. Approved on August 6 for the treatment of presbyopia in adults, the drug's approval was suspended by DCGI on September 10 after healthcare professionals raised concerns.

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Growing Threat Of Retinal Disorders: India Faces Alarming Rise In Vision Loss

Globally, 90per cent of blindness is preventable or treatable, yet over 1 billion people are living with some form of vision loss. The global economic burden of vision impairment was estimated at $410.9 billion (about $1,300 per person in the US) in 2020 alone.

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ICMR Report Warns of Rising Antibiotic Resistance In UTIs, Typhoid, And Pneumonia

The report examined 99,492 samples from public and private healthcare facilities across the country. These samples, collected from areas such as the blood, urine, and respiratory tract, were tested against bacteria like E. coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus.

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AstraZeneca India Receives CDSCO Nod For Additional Indication Of Durvalumab In Lung Cancer Treatment

According to the GLOBOCAN 2022 data, lung cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related mortality in India. NSCLC accounts for a significant proportion of these cases, with about 15 per cent of patients having resectable disease, this data underscores the importance of targeted treatment options.

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Health Ministry’s 100 Days Program: A Leap Toward Health Innovation and Pandemic Preparedness

The Department of Health Research (DHR), under the Union Health Ministry, has successfully rolled out its ambitious 100 Days Program, marking significant strides in healthcare innovation, pandemic readiness, and the promotion of indigenous medical technologies.

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Aster DM Healthcare To Invest Rs 220 Crore For Women And Children’s Hospital In Hyderabad

Aster DM Healthcare has announced plans to launch the largest Women & Children’s Hospital in Hyderabad. The state-of-the-art facility, spanning 3 lakh square feet, will feature 300 beds and offer advanced care for women and children.

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Bajaj Healthcare Secures Development And Supply Agreement For API With European Partner

Bajaj Healthcare entered a new development and supply agreement with a European partner for an Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API).

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Tips For Caregivers & Families Of People With Dementia

Dementia, including Alzheimer's Disease, is a complex neurological condition that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains misunderstood and stigmatised. For families, the emotional toll is immense, as loved ones slowly lose their memory, cognitive abilities, and independence

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Fortis Escorts Heart Institute Unveils Dedicated Aorta Centre For Comprehensive Aortic Disease Care

The centre will provide a wide range of services, including surgical interventions, endovascular procedures, radiological diagnosis, and hybrid interventions

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