HaystackAnalytics Expands Infexn Test to Detect Respiratory RNA Viruses October 16, 2024 HaystackAnalytics expands its Infexn test, using NGS technology, to detect respiratory RNA viruses, enhancing its genomics-based diagnostic capabilities.

India to Face Surge in Cancer Cases by 2045: Warns ICMR October 16, 2024 The ICMR projects a significant rise in cancer cases in India by 2045, with oral and breast cancers expected to lead. The study urges action to improve healthcare systems and reduce risk factors.

India Leads Global Vaccine Production: Health Secretary October 16, 2024 Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava highlighted that half of the 8 billion vaccines produced last year came from India.

India's Drug Regulatory Process 95% Digitised: Health Minister October 15, 2024 Union Health Minister JP Nadda announced 95% digitisation of India's drug regulatory processes, boosting transparency and efficiency in drug approvals and quality control.

Healspan Raises Seed Funding Led by Lead Angels October 15, 2024 Bengaluru-based healthtech startup Healspan has raised an undisclosed amount of seed funding led by Lead Angels. The funding aims to enhance marketing, talent acquisition, and expand operations across India.

Humana & Volunteers of America Expand Integrated Healthcare Services October 15, 2024 Humana Inc. partners with Volunteers of America to enhance integrated healthcare access, focusing on maternal and behavioral health through new centers and initiatives addressing housing insecurity.

Metropolis Healthcare to Set Up  25 New Labs & 500 Centers Across North & East India October 15, 2024 Metropolis Healthcare announced plans to open 25 new labs and 500 centers in North and East India, targeting 1,000 towns over the next 12-18 months, to improve access to healthcare in Tier III cities.

City Imaging & Clinical Labs Expands Services Across North India October 15, 2024 City Imaging & Clinical Labs plans to expand its diagnostic services across North India. It aims to partner with 50+ hospitals to enhance patient care through high-quality lab management and diagnostic tools.

Suki Secures $70 Mn to Expand AI Solutions for Healthcare Providers October 15, 2024 Suki raises $70M to expand AI solutions for healthcare providers, strengthen partnerships with MedStar Health, and accelerate product development.

TPG & Blackstone Team Up for $11.5 Bn Bid on Bausch + Lomb October 15, 2024 TPG and Blackstone have jointly bid to acquire eyecare company Bausch + Lomb in one of the year's largest private equity deals.

Advancing Arthritis Care: The Impact of Imaging Technology & Innovation October 15, 2024 By: Chander Shekhar Sibal, Vice President & Head of Division, Medical Systems Division, FUJIFILM India.

Indian Pharmacopoeia Standard Recognized by 11 Countries: DCGI Rajeev Raghuvanshi October 15, 2024 India's pharmacopoeia standard is now recognized by 11 countries, with India playing a pivotal role in global drug, vaccine, and medical device supply, says DCGI Rajeev Raghuvanshi.

K’taka Seeks Investment from US Life Sciences Cos to Boost Pharma & Biotech Sectors October 15, 2024 Karnataka is actively courting investments from US-based life sciences companies to strengthen its pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

Southern States Lead in Hospital Admissions Under Ayushman Bharat Scheme October 14, 2024 Southern states lead in hospital admissions under Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY, with four of the top five states from the region.

ICMR-NIV Develops Affordable Rapid Monkeypox Test Kit for Faster Detection October 14, 2024 ICMR-NIV has developed a rapid test kit for monkeypox, reducing costs and turnaround times, set to revolutionize detection.

Tamil Nadu to Set Up Help Desks at Primary Health Centers October 14, 2024 TN's PHCs will soon have help desks to guide patients, improve efficiency, & enhance satisfaction, according to Dr. TS Selvavinayagam, Director of Public Health.

Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY to Add Health Packages for Elderly Under Expanded Scheme October 14, 2024 The Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme will expand to cover individuals aged 70 and above, providing new health packages for elderly care and benefiting millions of senior citizens across India.

Wolters Kluwer Health Partners with Abridge to Integrate UpToDate in AI-Based Medical Scribe October 14, 2024 Wolters Kluwer Health has partnered with Abridge, an AI-powered medical note-taking startup, to integrate its well-known clinical decision support tool, UpToDate, into Abridge’s generative AI medical scribe platform.

Hyderabad’s Ankura Hospital to Open Centres in Underserved Areas Across India October 14, 2024 Ankura Hospital announces a major expansion plan to enhance healthcare access for women and children, starting with a new center in Bhubaneswar.

Bain Capital-backed 360 ONE Asset Management Invests in A4 Hospitals October 14, 2024 360 ONE Asset Management’s Healthcare Opportunities Fund invests in A4 Hospitals to support its expansion in Tamil Nadu, focusing on women's healthcare, fertility treatments, and gynecological services.