The American Thoracic Society (ATS) Awards Committee has selected Prof. Raj Kumar, Director of Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute (VPCI) for the annual ATS Public Service Award at the ATS 2024 International Conference in San Diego, California. This public service award is given to individuals in the areas related to public and population health equity, improving […]
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Cureskin secures USD 20 million in Series B funding led by HealthQuad with participation from existing investors including JSW Ventures, Khosla Ventures and Sharrp Ventures
Cureskin, an AI-driven dermatology platform that provides clinically validated skin & hair health solutions, has raised Series B funding of USD 20 million. The round was led by India’s leading digital health-focused venture capital fund, HealthQuad along with participation from existing marquee investors including JSW Ventures, Khosla Ventures and Sharrp Ventures. The latest investment brings […]
Venus Remedies gets huge global acclaim with UNICEF GMP approval
Venus Remedies Limited, a leading global pharmaceutical company, has recently secured Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) approval from the United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF). This milestone underscores Venus Remedies’ commitment to delivering top-quality pharmaceutical solutions worldwide. Venus Remedies’ manufacturing unit, located in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh, India, has been recommended for supplying cephalosporin dry powder, […]
Venus Remedies awarded its first incentive of Rs.7.50 cr. under PLI scheme
Venus Remedies Ltd, one of India’s leading manufacturers of generic drugs, has been awarded its first disbursement of Rs 7.5 crore under the Central government’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the financial year 2022-23, which covers 75% of the total incentive due to the company for the year.Having been selected as one of the […]
Securing the Future: A Comprehensive Analysis of Emerging Cyber Threats Targeting Healthcare Systems
In a country’s socioeconomic landscape, the healthcare sector stands as a key pillar, bolstering the essence of a thriving economy. India, a burgeoning force in the global economy, grapples with the symbiotic relationship between technological advancements and the vulnerability of its healthcare systems. As of December 2023, the Indian healthcare industry reached a value of […]
AIIMS Marks National Youth Day Celebrating the Rise of Young Tycoons
The Jawaharlal Auditorium at AIIMS, New Delhi, reverberated with passion and motivation as the National Youth Day was commemorated with a grand celebration, marking the birth anniversary of the iconic Swami Vivekananda. The event witnessed an array of distinguished personalities who inspired the youth to be the architects of change. Addressing the ‘Youth Day’ at […]
Agilus Diagnostics publishes data study ahead of World Diabetes Day 2023
India has emerged as the diabetes capital of the world with incidence steadily on the rise over the last three decades. The prevalence of diabetes in India stood at 8.9% in 2019 with more than 77 million people with diabetes. As per a recent study done by ICMR, India currently has 101 million people living […]
Global Comparative Study highlights the need for a national law on Trauma Care
In 2021, nearly 4,00,000 deaths in India were designated as “accidental deaths” with majority of them caused by road crashes. Between 2017 and 2021 alone, over 700,000 people have been killed in road crashes. A 2020 report by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India states that well-established trauma care systems greatly help to […]
A Shift to Non-Combustible Tobacco Devices Results in a Smoking Rate Decline by an Average of 5.2%: Says Expert
World Heart Day 2023 approaches, aligning with this year’s theme, ‘Striving for Hearts that Beat Strong.’ It serves as a touching reminder to prioritize our heart health. Recently, distinguished Indian and international health experts convened at the prestigious AIIMS, New Delhi, symposium, joining their voices to illuminate the growing global crisis of cardiovascular diseases driven […]
MediBuddy Secures $18 Million Funding to Drive Strategic Acquisitions and Continued Expansion
MediBuddy, India’s largest digital healthcare platform, secures additional funding of $18 million, reaffirming unwavering support from the existing investors Quadria Capital, Lightrock, and TEAMFund. This infusion of equity capital, amplifies MediBuddy’s steadfast dedication to growth and expansion through strategic acquisitions. In February 2022, MediBuddy raised an impressive $125 million during the Series C funding. The […]