THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU SUNDARGARH (ODISHA), MARCH 26, 2025 Observing World Tuberculosis Day under the theme “Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver”, Vedanta Aluminium has launched a TB awareness van, ‘Nikshaya Mitra Vahan’, to reach over 4,500 rural residents in Odisha’s tribal-dominated Sundargarh district. The initiative, flagged off from the Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Bileimunda village, aligns with the ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, MARCH 26, 2025 Raising concerns over the growing health risks associated with ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and refined seed oils, BJP Member of Parliament Naveen Jindal on Wednesday urged the government to implement stricter food labelling laws and stronger regulatory measures. Speaking in Parliament, Jindal highlighted the rising cases of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, which he ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, MARCH 20, 2025 In a landmark initiative to strengthen mental health care for the nation’s defense personnel, the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) and the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on research and training in the field of mental health. The agreement was ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU ANGUL, MARCH 19, 2025 In a pioneering initiative to enhance eye health in rural communities, Jindal Steel & Power (JSP), through its social arm Jindal Foundation, launched a Free Community Eye Check-up Program in Angul. The event, held at Jamunali Village, marked a significant step in JSP’s commitment to improving health and well-being in its peripheral villages, especially ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU SUNDARGARH, MARCH 17, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, in partnership with BALCO Medical Centre (BMC), one of India’s premier cancer care hospitals, has conducted an extensive cancer screening and awareness drive under its healthcare initiative “Project Arogyam – Cure with Care”. The initiative took place at the Primary Health Centres (PHCs) in Belpahar under Jharsuguda district and Bileimunda in Sundargarh ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 5, 2025 Rural families in Odisha are witnessing a transformative change in early childhood care, thanks to ShishuGhar, a community-led creche initiative launched by Gram Vikas with support from the Azim Premji Foundation in February 2024. Operating across 61 villages in Kandhamal, Gajapati, and Kalahandi districts, the program provides structured childcare, nutrition, and early learning support ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 5, 2025 Good oral health is a cornerstone of overall well-being. On this Dentist’s Day, experts emphasize the importance of proper oral care to maintain a bright, problem-free smile. Dr. Sonia Datta, a distinguished public health dentistry expert with over 27 years of experience, underscores the significance of an effective oral hygiene routine. Poor dental care ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BONGAIGAON, MARCH 5, 2025 In a major step towards improving healthcare access in Mon, Nagaland, NTPC Limited handed over two advanced life support ambulance vans and two mortuary vans to the District Administration of Mon. The vehicles were formally presented by Shri Arnab Maitra in the presence of Kasturi Maitra, President of Bardwi Shikla Ladies Club, NTPC Bongaigaon, ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, MARCH 4, 2025 Obesity is a complex and multifactorial challenge that demands a comprehensive, collective effort for effective prevention and management, said Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, at the ‘National Obesity Summit’ organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on the occasion of  on Tuesday. Dr. Singh, who is also a Professor of Medicine and ...

THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 2, 2025 Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, inaugurating the Odisha Operative Arthroscopy Course (OOAC) 2025, underscored the transformative impact of technology in modern healthcare. “Our goal is to ensure that people no longer need to travel to neighboring states for quality treatment,” he stated, emphasizing the importance of such initiatives in strengthening Odisha’s healthcare ...