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Andhra CM asks officials to provide medical services in remote, tribal areas on bike

The Chief Minister instructed the officials to include dengue and seasonal diseases in the services.

19 Oct 2019 1:02 PM

Dr Kafeel Khan, who was suspended from Gorakhpur's BRD Medical College two years ago, has been cleared of charges of medical negligence, corruption and not performing his duty in the 2017 Gorakhpur children death case. (Photo: ANI)

UP doctor jailed for death of 60 kids cleared of all charges, demands apology

The departmental enquiry report was handed over to Dr Kafeel by the medical college administration on Thursday.

27 Sep 2019 12:19 PM

A medical student allegedly committed suicide by hanging herself in her hostel room, police said on Saturday. (Representational Image)

Medical student hangs herself in hostel room in Rajasthan

The girl has been identified as Manisha Kumawat, who was a medical intern at SP College in Bikaner.

21 Jul 2019 9:22 AM

On the offering front, Practo is a total hit by every means, from empowering people with information and inspiring them to manage their own health better. The app does make healthcare easily accessible!

Practo mobile app review: Staying fit at your fingers tips!

Practo is an ISO certified company. The medical practice and patient data are protected with 256-bit encryption.

19 Jul 2019 12:12 PM

The deal could ease pressure on the NHS by reducing the need to visit a doctor.

Coming down with a cold? Alexa’s got you covered

The plan is to give patients - especially the elderly, blind and those unable to access the internet through traditional means.

11 Jul 2019 2:01 PM

Industry 4.0 technologies like Data Science, AI, Machine Learning, and Big Data are causing disruption across various sectors including healthcare. (Photo: Pixabay)

Healthcare startups digitizing medical services in India

A slew of startups are bringing innovative solutions with the help of these technologies to create high impact.

24 Jun 2019 2:37 PM

Deepak Kundal, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Agripada. (Photo: ANI)

23-yr-old medical student commits suicide after being harassed by senior doctors

The police have reportedly registered a case against three female doctors.

26 May 2019 9:41 AM

The system will use Matternet’s M2 quadcopter that is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. It will be able to carry medical payloads weighing up to about 5 lbs. over distances of up to 12.5 miles.

UPS launches drone airline to deliver medical samples

The drone will then fly along a predetermined flight path, monitored by a trained remote pilot-in-command.

29 Mar 2019 10:15 AM

Medical device makers have bolstered efforts to mitigate product security vulnerabilities in recent years following a flurry of warnings from security researchers who have identified bugs in devices like the Medtronic implant programmers.

Cybersecurity vulnerabilities found in some Medtronic devices: FDA

The FDA recommended the usage of the devices and said device maker was developing updates to further mitigate vulnerabilities.

22 Mar 2019 10:03 AM

Indian Professor from Purdue University Shreyas Sen and Indian selected students Debayan Das, Shovan Maity and Baibhab Chatterjee carry out the research which say that the human body carries electrical signals well. Now these signals can be contained within close proximity of the body, thanks to new technology developed by Purdue university engineers.

Your body is your internet, and now it can't be hacked: Indian Professor Research

Researchers have protected your pacemaker, other medical tech from remote hacks before they happen.

16 Mar 2019 2:16 PM

In FFDM, Fujifilm is showcasing its state of the art Amulet Innovality- a highly advanced breast cancer diagnostic machine that has made early detection of breast cancer a reality with its 50 Micron 3D image quality and advanced tomosynthesis technology that reveals the internal structure of the breast with a precision enabling the detection of lesions that ordinarily get overlooked in a routine mammography.

Fujifilm showcases latest medical devices at IRIA Conference 2019

Fujifilm displays its broad portfolio of Advanced Medical Imaging and Information System.

17 Jan 2019 4:26 PM

High tech bandage for the fast recovery.

Scientists create self-powered bandage for faster healing wounds

The smart bandage helps to heal wounds within 3 days.

27 Dec 2018 6:12 PM

Thailand approved marijuana for medical use and research, the first legalisation of the drug in a region with some of the world’s strictest drug laws.

Marijuana legal for medical use and research in Thailand

Thailand parliament voted to amend Narcotic Act of 1979 in extra parliamentary session handling rush of bills before New Year’s holidays.

26 Dec 2018 12:24 PM

By deploying deep learning solutions on existing infrastructure, optimized with Intel AI software solutions, GE Healthcare has the potential to power more efficient and effective care, enhance decision-making, and drive greater value for patients and providers.

Intel-based AI Imaging Solution to accelerate critical patient diagnoses

GE Healthcare is accelerating deep learning with medical imaging at the point of care.

01 Dec 2018 4:47 PM

What they fail to understand is that, since last two years there have been very less increase in the intake for PG courses. (Representational Image)

Medical aspirants demand more seats for PG courses

In a provision by Centre, state was eligible to increase PG courses intake by 900, but it took only 300 seats.

26 Aug 2018 5:42 AM

L to R Dr. KM Mandana (Transplant surgeon), Dilchand Singh, Rupayan Roy ( Bengal's first heart recipient from Fortis Malar)

First heart transplant patient from Eastern India to be discharged soon

Despite success of first heart transplant, doctors say

11 Jun 2018 2:39 PM

The female candidates, who enrolled for the nursing entrance exam of Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board or BCECEB, were advised against wearing full-sleeved dresses. (Representational Image)

Bihar women's sleeves snipped off in 'public view' before exam as disciplinary step

The footage of the incident was flashed on regional news channels, sparking outrage by local people and the parents of the women.

14 May 2018 10:27 AM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Surgeons' skills improve with age

Surgeon could also lose dexterity with aging or have a hard time keeping up with changing technology.

06 May 2018 1:43 PM

Printing body parts in hospital shows 3D tech's growing reach

Companies are now routinely printing titanium engine parts.

06 May 2018 9:42 AM

New research suggested that long-term exposure to traffic-related pollution significantly increases the risk of pediatric asthma. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here is why your home should be away from roads

Children living less than 100 meters from a major road had nearly three times the odds of current asthma.

02 May 2018 4:31 PM

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