Health
Stay updated with the latest health news, policies, and medical advancements from Odisha and beyond. Covering healthcare initiatives, wellness tips, disease prevention, and expert insights, this section provides valuable updates for a healthier life.
First 1000 Days Matter: Poshan Abhiyaan Targets Grassroots Nutrition
The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) gears up to celebrate the 7th edition of Poshan Pakhwada from April 8th to 22nd, 2025. As a part of the Poshan...
Odisha Tops Fiscal Health Index 2025
In a landmark assessment by NITI Aayog, the Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2025 has showcased the economic resilience and fiscal management capabilities of Indian states. Odisha emerged as the frontrunner,...
Odisha Govt Employees Demand Inclusion in Cashless Health Card Scheme
Government employees push for inclusion in Odisha's healthcare scheme, citing systemic inequity. The Odisha Government Combined Employees' Association has voiced strong dissatisfaction over excluding government employees from the state's Cashless...
World Pakhala Dibasa Celebrated in Odisha with Cultural Zeal and Health Advocacy
The Chief Guest, Deputy Chief Minister, Smt. Pravati Parida, celebrated the iconic "World Pakhala Diwas" by enjoying a traditional Pakhala meal at a grand event organized by the Odisha Tourism...
Mounjaro: A Game-Changer in Diabetes and Obesity Treatment, Launched in India
U.S.-based pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly has officially launched its widely popular drug, Mounjaro, in India. Containing the active ingredient tirzepatide, the medication is designed for managing type 2 diabetes, blood...
Odisha to Launch Ayushman Bharat-Gopabandhu Health Scheme from April 1
In a significant move to bolster healthcare access in Odisha, the state government has announced the launch of the combined Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) and Gopabandhu...
Zydus to develop world’s first combination vaccine against shigellosis & typhoid
Zydus Lifesciences Limited, an innovation-led global life sciences company, announced its focus on developing a combination vaccine against shigellosis and typhoid. This combination vaccine, being developed for the first time...
India may have 45 crore obese or overweight people by 2050: Lancet Study
Amid rise in unhealthy eating patterns and the prevalence of fast food as a norm, a new study paints a worrying picture for the future. By 2050, India may have...
Odisha’s Youngest Organ Donor Saves Two Lives
AIIMS Bhubaneswar has successfully facilitated multiorgan transplantation from Odisha’s youngest organ donor, a 16-month-old boy named Master Janmesh Lenka. This extraordinary event marks a significant achievement in the field of...
Odisha to Fill 5000 Doctor Vacancies Soon: CM Mohan Majhi
Aligning with the mission spearheaded by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Odisha Government is committed to build a healthier and more equitable future for all its citizens, said Odisha...
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