Category: Healthcare

Eastern India gets a lifeline: Manipal Hospitals Launches ‘Deceased Organ and Tissue Donation – East Region’

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Initiative to Boost Awareness and Inter-Hospital Collaboration Kolkata: Manipal Organ Sharing & Transplant (MOST), a pioneering initiative under Manipal Hospitals, launched its Eastern Region chapter of ‘Deceased Organ and Tissue Donation’ at Medica Superspecialty Hospital (a unit of Manipal Hospitals Network). The launch event witnessed the presence of eminent dignitaries and senior medical experts including […]

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Ruby General Hospital Celebrates 30 Glorious Years with New Milestones in Cancer Care and Public Health

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Kolkata, April 24, 2025: Ruby General Hospital, Eastern India’s first NRI hospital, is marking its 30th anniversary on April 25, 2025, with a series of groundbreaking developments in healthcare. Inaugurated on April 25, 1995, by then Chief Minister Jyoti Basu, and with its Cardiac Surgery Unit opened by Mother Teresa the same year, the hospital […]

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Commissioning Ceremony Held for Batch XI BSc Nursing Cadets at Command Hospital (EC)

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Kolkata: The Commissioning Ceremony of Nursing Cadets of Batch XI, College of Nursing, Command Hospital (EC), was held on 23 Apr 2025. Maj Gen Datta Kiran, MG Med, Headquarters Eastern Command, was the Reviewing Officer of the ceremony. The event was graced by Maj Gen Ajay Deep Sud, Commandant, Command Hospital (Eastern Command), Brigadier Mini […]

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EASTER SPECIAL 2025 OFFERS AT ICONIC IHCL HOTELS

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Kolkata This Easter bond with your loved ones and relish the memorable moments for ever. From lavish spreads to delicious Easter goodies, unforgettable experiences and surprises await you! TAJ BENGAL, KOLKATA Taj Bengal, Kolkata brings alive the warmth of Easter with a perfect blend of culinary delights, making it a perfect destination for families looking […]

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With key members exiting; is WHO losing relevance? Will India Reconsider its Position?

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A turning point for reclaiming the right to health sovereignty in the Global South: In the new world order, countries choose progressive affiliations underscoring people centric regulations Across the world, trust in the World Health Organization (WHO) is being re-evaluated. The United States’ decision to walk away from the institution marked a turning point, prompting […]

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International Travelling Exhibition “Vaccines Injecting Hope” inaugurated at Science City, Kolkata

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Today, an international travelling exhibition “Vaccines Injecting Hope” was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Balram Bhargava, Padma Shri awardee and former Director General of ICMR, at Science City, Kolkata, in the august presence of Prof. Partha P. Majumder, National Science Chair (Scientific Excellence), Government of India; Dr. Roger Highfield, Director, Science, Science Museums Group, London; Dr. […]

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DEBUNKING MYTHS: CATARACT SURGERY & SUMMER

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By Dr. Madhusmita Behera, Consultant Opthalmologist, Rotary Techno Netralaya What is cataract? A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s lens, causing blurry vision similar to looking through a foggy window; this condition usually develops slowly and can initially be managed with brighter lighting and glasses, but eventually may require surgery to replace the cloudy lens […]

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Manipal Hospital Broadway and Manipal Foundation unite to save life of 16-Year-Old girl in critical condition

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Kolkata : In a remarkable testament to humanity and medical excellence, a 16-year-old girl who had a critical fall from a building’s terrace on 19th March and was brought back from the brink of death by the dedicated team at Manipal Hospital Broadway. The young student, from a lower-middle-class family, who stayed with her relatives, was rushed […]

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Expert at Fortis Hospital, Anandapur, Highlights How a Father’s Health Influences Fertility and Child Well-being

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Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SWAN Defence and Heavy Industries Ltd. on 07april25 at GRSE Bhavan, Kolkata. The strategic partnership marks a significant step towards strengthening indigenous shipbuilding capabilities in the commercial segment and supports the national vision of “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” in the maritime sector. […]

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Diabetes Can Damage Your Organs Without Symptoms: Experts

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Dr. Joydeep Ghosh, Consultant, Internal Medicine, Fortis Hospital Anandapur, Kolkata Diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by elevated blood glucose levels. While many individuals are aware of the immediate symptoms—such as increased thirst, frequent urination, and fatigue—the more insidious aspect of diabetes is its potential to cause silent damage to vital organs over time. This […]

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