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Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:15:54 GMT http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/are-young-indians-becoming-diabetic-before-they-even-realize-it-223141-1.htm Highlights: Nearly 20% of Indians in their 20s are prediabetic , often without symptoms Hidden risks like vi]]> medindia/healthnews/are-young-indians-becoming-diabetic-before-they-even-realize-it-223141-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/indias-hiv-prevention-fortifying-contraceptive-supply-strategies-223065-1.htm Highlights: India is digitizing its health supply chains through integrated logistics to eliminate administrative ]]> medindia/healthnews/indias-hiv-prevention-fortifying-contraceptive-supply-strategies-223065-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/abdominal-obesity-in-india-urban-hotspots-and-hidden-health-risks-222988-1.htm Highlights: Delhi, Kolkata, and Chennai identified as abdominal obesity hotspots driven by sedentary urban lifestyl]]> medindia/healthnews/abdominal-obesity-in-india-urban-hotspots-and-hidden-health-risks-222988-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/indias-1st-passive-euthanasia-case-sc-allows-32-year-old-to-die-with-dignity-222698-1.htm Highlights: Supreme Court allows passive euthanasia for 32-year-old Harish Rana in a vegetative state since 2013 ]]> medindia/healthnews/indias-1st-passive-euthanasia-case-sc-allows-32-year-old-to-die-with-dignity-222698-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/india-ranks-second-globally-for-childhood-obesity-222614-1.htm Highlights: India ranks second globally in number of children with high BMI Projections estimate about 20 millio]]> medindia/healthnews/india-ranks-second-globally-for-childhood-obesity-222614-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/indias-youth-rank-60th-in-mental-health-222598-1.htm Highlights: Youth MHQ average 33, ranking 60th among 84 nations Seniors scored 96, ranking 49th globally Weak]]> medindia/healthnews/indias-youth-rank-60th-in-mental-health-222598-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/what-will-50c-summers-mean-for-india-222579-1.htm Highlights: The South Asia Climate-Health Desk converts real-time weather data into actionable public health respon]]> medindia/healthnews/what-will-50c-summers-mean-for-india-222579-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/india-to-roll-out-free-hpv-vaccination-for-14-year-old-girls-nationwide-222543-1.htm Highlights: India to introduce free nationwide HPV vaccination for 14-year-old girls Over 123,000 new cervical c]]> medindia/healthnews/india-to-roll-out-free-hpv-vaccination-for-14-year-old-girls-nationwide-222543-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/the-digital-pulse-how-indian-hospitals-are-shifting-from-physical-to-phygital-care-222489-1.htm Highlights: 95% adoption of Hospital Information Systems, but poor integration remains a major gap AI adoption i]]> medindia/healthnews/the-digital-pulse-how-indian-hospitals-are-shifting-from-physical-to-phygital-care-222489-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/transforming-healthcare-delivery-through-artificial-intelligence-in-india-222439-1.htm Highlights: AI decreased the unfavourable TB results by 27% and enhanced early disease identification. 282 million]]> medindia/healthnews/transforming-healthcare-delivery-through-artificial-intelligence-in-india-222439-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/union-budget-2026-27-what-it-means-for-indias-health-system-222295-1.htm Highlights: Health allocation rises nearly 10%, strengthening infrastructure and research PM-ABHIM and mental he]]> medindia/healthnews/union-budget-2026-27-what-it-means-for-indias-health-system-222295-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/silent-killers-in-india-5-diseases-causing-millions-of-deaths-222212-1.htm Highlights: Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in India Diabetes and cancer deaths continue to ris]]> medindia/healthnews/silent-killers-in-india-5-diseases-causing-millions-of-deaths-222212-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/indias-viral-watch-2025-what-the-latest-icmr-report-reveals-221538-1.htm Highlights: Between January and March and April and June of 2025, more than 4.5 lakh samples were tested; 11.5% of ]]> medindia/healthnews/indias-viral-watch-2025-what-the-latest-icmr-report-reveals-221538-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/medindia-honoured-at-healthcare-summit-2024-218320-1.htm Highlights: Recognized for excellence in telemedicine and patient engagement The entire team's support ensured s]]> medindia/healthnews/medindia-honoured-at-healthcare-summit-2024-218320-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/transforming-healthcare-improving-doctor-and-nurse-availability-in-india-217122-1.htm Highlights: 82% rise in medical colleges from 2014 to 2023 112% increase in MBBS seats and 127% in PG seats ]]> medindia/healthnews/transforming-healthcare-improving-doctor-and-nurse-availability-in-india-217122-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/launch-of-national-medical-register-portal-217120-1.htm Highlights: The National Medical Register provides detailed records of MBBS doctors, including qualifications and c]]> medindia/healthnews/launch-of-national-medical-register-portal-217120-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/analyzing-the-budget-growth-of-the-national-organ-transplant-programme-216532-1.htm Highlights: Significant budget growth reflects societal recognition and commitment to organ transplantation Enhanced]]> medindia/healthnews/analyzing-the-budget-growth-of-the-national-organ-transplant-programme-216532-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/analysis-of-healthcare-budget-allocations-for-2024-2025-increases-in-expenditure-216531-1.htm Highlights: The Medical Treatment of CGHS Pensioners (PORB) increased significantly from (and) #8377;4,296.40 crores to (and) #]]> medindia/healthnews/analysis-of-healthcare-budget-allocations-for-2024-2025-increases-in-expenditure-216531-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/union-budget-2024-for-healthcare-sector-216528-1.htm Highlights: Customs duties on key cancer drugs fully exempted Reduced costs for diagnostic imaging equipment ]]> medindia/healthnews/union-budget-2024-for-healthcare-sector-216528-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/strengthening-indias-healthcare-interim-budget-2024-214878-1.htm Highlights: Expanded healthcare coverage for grassroots workers Initiative to establish more medical colleges ]]> medindia/healthnews/strengthening-indias-healthcare-interim-budget-2024-214878-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/indias-first-portable-hospital-aarogya-maitri-aid-cube-can-be-flown-to-disaster-areas-214472-1.htm Highlights: India introduces the Aarogya Maitri Aid Cube, a portable hospital designed for swift deployment in]]> medindia/healthnews/indias-first-portable-hospital-aarogya-maitri-aid-cube-can-be-flown-to-disaster-areas-214472-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/guide-to-safe-outdoor-workouts-amidst-air-pollution-214287-1.htm Highlights: The Air Quality Index (AQI) helps to determine the safety of outdoor exercise Learn AQI-based]]> medindia/healthnews/guide-to-safe-outdoor-workouts-amidst-air-pollution-214287-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/pm25-pollution-elevates-the-threat-of-diabetes-in-urban-india-214217-1.htm Highlights: High PM2.5 levels in Delhi and Chennai correlate with elevated blood sugar levels and a 22% increa]]> medindia/healthnews/pm25-pollution-elevates-the-threat-of-diabetes-in-urban-india-214217-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/tips-to-safeguard-your-health-during-morning-walks-214144-1.htm Highlights: Morning walks in heavily polluted air pose serious health risks, increasing the chances of respira]]> medindia/healthnews/tips-to-safeguard-your-health-during-morning-walks-214144-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/indiaspecial/diwali-and-diabetes-a-guide-to-healthy-festive-eating-214115-1.htm Highlights: With India facing a growing diabetes epidemic, maintaining healthy habits during Diwali is crucial]]> medindia/healthnews/diwali-and-diabetes-a-guide-to-healthy-festive-eating-214115-1.htm