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AIIMS Nagpur to anchor Maharashtra’s first system-wide childhood NCD response

AIIMS Nagpur to anchor Maharashtra’s first system-wide childhood NCD response

The Government of Maharashtra has signed an MoU with AIIMS Nagpur, supported by UNICEF Maharashtra, to strengthen prevention and treatment of childhood Non-Communicable Diseases. The initiative will focus on early detection, standard treatment protocols, new paediatric clinics, and capacity building to improve long-term child health outcomes

10 April,2026 04:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
OSA raises risk of heart events, death by 71 percent: Study

OSA raises risk of heart events, death by 71 percent: Study

People with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) face a 71 pc higher risk of cardiovascular events or death, with obesity further increasing the risk, a new study has found

03 April,2026 04:30 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | IANS
'Excess abdominal fat greater risk factor compared to overall obesity'

'Excess abdominal fat greater risk factor compared to overall obesity'

The minister stated that while overall obesity is rising among both men and women, the prevalence of abdominal obesity remains disproportionately high and acts as an independent determinant of cardiometabolic risk

30 March,2026 04:05 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
As the Ozempic patent expires in India, who will be the biggest loser?

As the Ozempic patent expires in India, who will be the biggest loser?

Certainly not GLP-1 drugs, who are now set to go mainstream. As the patent expires, the Indian markets will be flush with low-cost options. But, experts warn, indiscriminate jab-hopping may cost you more than you think

29 March,2026 07:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Arpika Bhosale

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