New Delhi, May 20, 2022: The National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa, Leh, under Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (NIT), Sikkim is organizing a two days National workshop on Sowa Rigpa for the Sowa-Rigpa practitioners from North Eastern States on 20th & 21st May 2022. The workshop will be formally inaugurated on 21st May 2022 […]
Category: Health
Online applications are invited to open Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras
New Delhi, May 01, 2022: Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), the implementing agency of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) is inviting applications from Individuals, Unemployed Pharmacist, Government nominated agencies, NGO’s, Trust, Societies, etc. for opening of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJKs). The applications have been invited through an online process. […]
Cases of Fairbank’s disease and acromegaly in India
New Delhi, February 21, 2022: Acromegaly disease has been addressed by the Government of India. Fairbank’s disease (Multiple epiphyseal dysplasia) patients usually requires management of pain and orthopedic procedures, for which facilities are available at tertiary care institutions in India. Another rare disorder, Acromegaly is caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone, most often from […]
AYUSH to organise global Surya Namaskar on Makar Sakranti
New Delhi, January 9, 2022: The Ministry of AYUSH is organizing a global Surya Namaskar Demonstration program on 14 January 2022 for 75 lakh people globally (on the day of Makar Sakranti to commemorate the journey of the sun to the Northern Hemisphere). This occasion commemorates thanksgiving to ‘Mother Nature’ for bestowing health, wealth and […]
Model for optimising topography can make better surfaces for hip and knee implants
New Delhi, October 15, 2021: Indian Scientists have developed analytical models that can predict topography of electrical discharge textured (EDT) surfaces, aiding their customisation for improving hip and knee implants. Electrical discharge textured surfaces have suitable surface topography and surface chemistry to promote tissue growth and adhesion. Surface topography prediction is important in EDT surfaces […]
Giloy is safe to use, again says the Ministry of Ayush
New Delhi, October 10, 2021: Ministry of Ayush has again noticed safety concerns on use of Guduchi or Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) that were published in social media and in some scientific journals. Ayush also issued advisory on October 5th 2021 and said that it is being issued to confirm that Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) is safe […]
Chandigarh’s first Pollen Calendar can help identify potential allergy triggers and guard sensitive people
New Delhi, September 8, 2021: Chandigarh now has its first pollen calendar, which can identify potential allergy triggers and provide a clear understanding for clinicians as well as allergy sufferers about their causes to help limit their exposure during high pollen loads. About 20-30% of the population suffers from allergic rhinitis/hay fever in India, and […]
Ayush Ministry Strongly Condemns Tirade Against AYUSH-64
New Delhi, August 29, 2021: A malicious campaign is being carried out by a section of media against Ayurveda in general and the ministry of Ayush in particular for the last couple of days, citing a small study which is in pre-print stage (not peer reviewed yet). The one-sided tirade is focused on AYUSH-64, a […]
More than 11.74 lakh users are connected with the Jan Aushadhi Sugam App
New Delhi, August 12, 2021: As on 04.08.2021, approximately 11.74 lakh users are connected with the Jan Aushadhi Sugam App. The users of the App are able to find details about name and price of medicines, comparison of prices between generic drugs and their equivalent branded drug, location of nearby Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendra […]
COVID-19: Whether future waves will affect children more or with increased severity are all speculations
Dr. Praveen Kumar, Director, Department of Pediatrics, Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi talks about various issues including impact of COVID-19 on children, the need to protect them, and vaccinating pregnant women and lactating mothers. How has the pandemic affected children’s mental and physical health? What needs to be done to reduce its long-term impact? […]