Doctors in TN cannot advertise their services online: TN Medical Council
This has led to speculation that online consultation platforms may soon be banned.
Wednesday, May 22, 2019 - 18:59
Health
Body and Mind
US scientists are developing unisex birth control from deworming pill
Lupeol, a compound used in deworming medication, can bind proteins in the sperm cell preventing it from fertilising the egg.
Monday, May 20, 2019 - 18:01
Tree branch goes through Karnataka man’s neck after car crash, he makes full recovery
"I never thought I'd speak again," said Nanjesh, recounting the horrific incident.
Monday, May 20, 2019 - 14:30
383 dengue cases recorded in Bengaluru in 5 months: Here’s what you can do to keep safe
East Bengaluru, Mahadevpura, South Bengaluru and Bommanahalli are the four most affected areas.
Friday, May 17, 2019 - 14:00
Once paralysed from the waist down, TN girl walks after successful spine treatment
The girl was admitted to Rajiv Gandhi General Hospital in Chennai and underwent a complex procedure which was undertaken for the first time in a GH in the state.
Thursday, May 16, 2019 - 19:39
Rise in keratoconus, a progressive eye condition, is putting many at risk of blindness
Keratoconus is disease of the eye in which the cornea slowly begins to bulge into a cone-like shape, losing its original thin, round shape.
Wednesday, May 15, 2019 - 17:14
Govt wants to fix public healthcare staff shortages with AYUSH docs: Will it work?
Though a large number of PHCs in the country are understaffed, the Indian Medical Association has openly opposed the move to bring AYUSH doctors into the system.
Tuesday, May 14, 2019 - 17:09
India will need 7,300 cancer doctors by 2040 as chemotherapy need and cancer cases rise
The burden will be most pronounced in low- or middle-income countries, including India, home to the third largest number of people living with cancer in the world.
Monday, May 13, 2019 - 16:49
How online fundraising is helping India fight Thalassemia
With the number of people online with the ability and willingness to help, platforms like Milaap offer a ray of hope for patients.
Wednesday, May 8, 2019 - 20:04
How the lack of measles vaccination in India is putting immunity of kids at risk
Almost 3 million infants in India under the age of one missed the first dose of measles vaccine, as per a UNICEF report.
Wednesday, May 8, 2019 - 17:59