Govt reports 17,990 functional Jan Aushadhi stores as of Dec 2025. Mission Poshan 2.0 is upgrading 2 lakh Anganwadis, using “Poshan Tracker” and facial recognition to ensure last-mile delivery.
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Health Budget 2026–27 hits ₹1L-crore, yet experts cite gaps in primary care and GOP targets. While “Biopharma Shakti” and duty cuts help, critics urge more focus on prevention and rural infra.
AIIMS Delhi warns of a rise in kids swallowing items like button batteries and magnets. These can be fatal within hours; prompt medical care is vital for survival.
A new study confirms finger-stick Hep B tests are as accurate as labs. This 60-minute test can expand global treatment access, helping reach the 254M people living with the virus.
A study of 22M people shows mental disorders like PTSD and anxiety significantly raise heart attack risks. For India, treating mental health is vital to tackling its early-onset heart disease crisis.
A PGIMER study shows AB-PMJAY boosted spine surgery access, with usage rising to 73.5% in 2024. The scheme slashed out-of-pocket costs, bridging gaps for poor patients needing high-cost orthopedic care.
The 2026 Budget cut drug duties, but the ICS warns that rising cases and late diagnoses require a focus on prevention, clean air, better insurance, and early detection to reduce India's cancer burden.
A WHO study finds 40% of global cancer cases (7.1 million) are preventable. Tobacco, infections, and alcohol are top risks. Men face higher risks (45%) than women (30%), mainly due to smoking.
A Meghalaya study reveals serious gaps in cancer care. Fragmented services, lack of supplies like acetic acid, and low awareness hinder screening, even as cases rise and NCDs take priority.
Nearly 60% of mental disorders in India are diagnosed before age 35, yet most go untreated. Experts warn of rising youth distress and urge early intervention, awareness, and accessible mental healthcare.
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