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L V Prasad Eye Institute gets patent for novel stem cell therapy for corneal blinding

L V Prasad Eye Institute gets patent for novel stem cell therapy for corneal blinding

31 Dec 2023 10:24 AM GMT

Currently, under clinical trials, this unique ‘cell composition’ based therapy marks a significant milestone in the field of ophthalmology and cell-based therapy.

Union Health Minister lays stone for two critical care blocks, BSL-III lab at Old GGH in Vijayawada

Union Health Minister lays stone for two critical care blocks, BSL-III lab at Old GGH in Vijayawada

29 Dec 2023 6:50 AM GMT

These new facilities will give a boost to the healthcare infrastructure of Andhra Pradesh and help in addressing the challenges of any health emergency

Dr Kurapati Krishnaiah assumes charge as CEO of Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital in Hyderabad

Dr Kurapati Krishnaiah assumes charge as CEO of Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital in Hyderabad

26 Dec 2023 12:49 PM GMT

Dr Kurapati Krishnaiah on Tuesday assumed charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital & Research Institute here.

COVID-19

Covid-19 JN1 variant spiking in Telangana, measures and advisories in place

26 Dec 2023 2:34 PM GMT

The case fatality rate was 0.49 percent, and the recovery rate was 99.51 percent

New buildings for Osmania General Hospital soon:  Harish Rao

OGH patient death not due to COVID: Superintendent Dr B Nagender

26 Dec 2023 11:03 AM GMT

Shubhan, a 60-year-old male patient from Bandlaguda, Doodh Bowli, Hyderabad, was admitted to OGH acute medical care with a medical emergency of acute onset of COPD

YS Jagan alerts officials on Covid’s JN.1 variant, tells people not to panic

YS Jagan alerts officials on Covid’s JN.1 variant, tells people not to panic

22 Dec 2023 11:37 AM GMT

The Chief Minister told the officials to keep the village clinics, village and ward secretariats on high alert for taking preventive measures

Covid-19: Wear masks to avoid fine; Telangana makes it mandatory

Covid-19: Wear masks to avoid fine; Telangana makes it mandatory

20 Dec 2023 7:34 AM GMT

The health department emphasized the importance of maintaining physical distance of over 6ft between individuals, especially when outside their homes

Telangana doctors associations call off strike after assurance from health minister Damodar Raja Narasimha

Telangana doctors associations call off strike after assurance from health minister Damodar Raja Narasimha

19 Dec 2023 11:02 AM GMT

A delegation of junior doctors held a two-hour meeting with health minister Damodar Raja Narasimha and discussed various issues the doctors were facing

Centre alerts states on spurt in COVID-19 cases, to hold mock-drill in April

Centre issues advisory to States amidst rising COVID-19 cases, JN.1 variant detection

18 Dec 2023 2:21 PM GMT

States are advised to implement public health measures and respiratory hygiene maintenance to minimize the risk of increased disease transmission during the upcoming festive season

AINU doctors remove Staghorn kidney stones using minimally-invasive procedure from 20YO patient

AINU doctors remove Staghorn kidney stones using minimally-invasive procedure from 20YO patient

18 Dec 2023 1:56 PM GMT

A Pharmacy student from Jharkhand experienced urinary tract infection symptoms, leading to the discovery of a massive Staghorn stone

Third edition of GMR Hyderabad Airport run saw record turnout of over 3,800 runners

Third edition of GMR Hyderabad Airport run saw record turnout of over 3,800 runners

17 Dec 2023 5:20 AM GMT

The Airport run soared to new heights with around 4,000 enthusiastic runners hitting the tracks in the 5k and 10k run

Aiming towards International Universal health coverage by 2030: Focusing on Kidney Health

Aiming towards International Universal health coverage by 2030: Focusing on Kidney Health

12 Dec 2023 5:34 PM GMT

The ambitious goal of achieving International Universal Health Coverage by 2030 is a challenge in itself but at the same time achievable