Since the Union cabinet has banned the commercial surrogacy, many people from the industry have called this move as regressive and insensitive while some

Based on years of research, the assessment of environmental flows (or E-flows) has begun to take on a strategic role in the efforts of developing countries to keep their rivers healthy. With support from the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and its partners, countries are using E-flow calculators to plan the management of water resources […]

'Nurses play an important role in providing effective healthcare to patients. They should understand the medical and social conditions of every patient

Nursing has evolved into a modern medical profession and nurses have become an indispensable part of the country's health care system, says President Pranab Mukherjee.

The knowledge gaps related to advance health care directives (AHCDs) can be overcome with an educational program for nurses. This will help to ensure

The Government has not conducted any study/survey to ascertain the number of doctors and other medical and para-medical professionals required in the rural and urban areas of the country.

Indian President Pranab Mukherjee said that nursing professionals were the backbone of the healthcare system and their contribution was critical in achievement of nation's healthcare goals.

President Pranab Mukherjee said nurses and midwives are crucial in delivering "cost-effective and good quality healthcare". He was speaking at Rashtrapati

Not all jobs are created equal. Nurses have to endure a lot of sacrifices to be in that profession. It's worst for those who are on a floating schedule.

Sitting for too many hours each day, or sitting for long periods without a break, is known to increase a wide range of health risks, even if the person

Paternal involvement may have positive health impacts for a mother and her baby, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published in the journal iPublic Health Reports/i.

Mother's health was affected when her child experienced unfair treatment or discrimination, reports a new study. The findings of the study are published

Using text messaging could help improve access to prenatal health information among urban African American and immigrant Afro-Caribbean women, reports a new study.

Initiating estradiol therapy within the first six years following the onset of menopause could pay major dividends for a woman's cardiovascular health later in life, reports a new study.

Paid maternity leave has significant mental and physical health benefits for both mothers and children - including decreased rates of postpartum depression and infant mortality, reports a new study.

Having high blood pressure during pregnancy may increase the risk of mental health problems in children, reports a new study. Hypertensive pregnancy

Greater blood pressure control is associated with fewer adverse changes in the brain among adults, which could mean lower risks of cognitive impairment and dementia.

Abnormal blood pressure levels are seen among medical students of which they are unaware, potentially putting them on a path for heart health risks at a younger age.

Eating too much salt can put you at a higher risk of a wide range of health problems, especially high blood pressure (hypertension). However, experts

CSIR labin Bengaluru has developed and certified overall protective coverall suit for protection of healthcare workers from covid-19 The polyproplylene

New cost-effective Infection 'Protection Box' protects physicians and nurses during the COVID-19 patient intubations, reducing their risk of infection.

People living in high-altitude areas may have a lower risk for chronic diseases like hypertension, diabetes-associated anemia, and their bodies could

COVID-19 pandemic and self isolation are increasing stress and anxiety which in turn affect the quality and duration of sleep. "We are especially vulnerable

Two-person-together MRI scans on couples were used to investigate how touching is perceived in the brain. The study was carried out by Aalto University and Turku PET Centre researchers.

Sierra Leone, a small West African country has the highest maternal mortality ratios in the world, with 1360 maternal deaths for every 100,000 live births.

Following effective hospital cleaning practices can significantly reduce healthcare-associated infections, reports a new study. A major trial of a bundle

Poor hand hygiene increases the risk of developing a wide range of hospital-related infections. Therefore, healthcare workers should follow a proper hand

Homeless people living in the United Kingdom are denied primary access to UK health services, reveals a new study published in the iBritish Journal of General Practice/i.

Healthcare services under Telangana's Arogyasri scheme came to a halt as nearly 240 private hospitals in the state ceased providing services over non-payment

Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infections were found to originate outside the hospital setting more often than thought, according to a study published

COVID-19 lockdown has created a lot of panic across the world. Millions of people are suffering from insomnia due the stress and anxiety that is circling around the coronavirus outbreak.

Staying at home could be the best way to cut down the spread of COVID-19. However, here is a first study on the health conditions of adults after one month of COVID-19 lockdown.

Rural hospitals face unique challenges in the fight against COVID-19. However, timely diagnosis and treatment can save millions of lives from deadly coronavirus.

The World Health Organization (WHO) said that the COVID-19 pandemic has hit over 22,000 healthcare workers across 52 countries and regions. According

Low/no-calorie sweeteners can make a massive impact on public health strategies and may curb diabetes and increase health awareness. all of them have

Being metabolically unhealthy raises diabetes risk as increased fat distribution contributes to insulin resistance, even in women of normal weight, according

Minimally invasive, endoscopic procedure called Revita (Regd) duodenal mucosal resurfacing (DMR) had significantly improved blood glucose (sugar) levels, liver

Patient's cumulative data like prior history, laboratory tests, scans and sensor output, keep growing. The limited time to think has led a physician to

Artificial intelligence-based interactive voice application is an effective way to monitor the wellbeing of patients being treated for serious mental illness.

Telemedicine can reduce unnecessary hospital trips and help patients to stay in touch with their physicians while social distancing during COVID-19 pandemic.

Novel e-skin made of soft materials and attached to a person's skin performs real-time biosensing to monitor our health, powered solely by sweat, reports a new study.

In healthcare services, digital transformation is accelerated by COVID-19, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. Urte Jakimaviciute,

Early introduction of solid foods to infants showed gut microbiome shifts, reports a new study. Gut microbiome changes are key factors in the development of common metabolic and immune conditions.

New study finds a positive association between childhood undernutrition and exposure to excessive monsoon precipitation in India. The findings of the

In Japan G20 leaders should focus on fulfilling their obligations to improve and expand their nations' health care systems. In a commentary published

Among adults with mental health disorders, losing Medicaid coverage was found to lead to lasting reductions in overall healthcare use and in outpatients

Nearly half of adults in their 50s and early 60s weren't sure they'll be able to afford health insurance after their retirement, and two-thirds worried

All Dermatologists need to know the basics of alternative medicine practices to treat their various side effects. By having proper knowledge of alternative

Millennials are at a higher risk of developing health problems than their parents. Ayurvedic treatments can provide new hope to fight several diseases.

Patients with psoriasis found to use complementary or alternative medicine regularly to treat their symptoms, according to a survey of George Washington