By Priyabrat Biswal Bhubaneswar, August 10, 2024 A team of researchers has made a groundbreaking discovery on Brahmayoni Hill in Gaya, Bihar, uncovering an array of medicinal plants, with Gymnema sylvestre, commonly known as Gurmar, being one of the most significant findings. This discovery holds immense potential for the future of Ayurvedic medicine, especially in the treatment of diabetes. Gurmar, ...

BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 7, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has launched a groundbreaking National Health Research Priority Project aimed at advancing emergency care systems across five districts, including Puri in Odisha. The initiative, announced by AIIMS Bhubaneswar Executive Director Dr. Ashutosh Biswas, seeks to create a High-Quality Patient-Centric Integrated Model for Emergency Care Systems. The project ...

BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 2, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): In a landmark initiative to boost youth employability in Odisha, Dr. Reddy’s Foundation, in partnership with Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation (GMDC), has launched a state-of-the-art skill development centre in Bhubaneswar. This new centre will offer a specialized three-month General Duty Assistant (GDA) course, tailored specifically for the youth in Angul and Sundargarh districts. The ...

SAMBALPUR, JULY 30, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Aditya Aluminium successfully organized a comprehensive health camp at the Bomaloi Sevashram School in the Rengali Block of Sambalpur district. The event, held on Tuesday, was a collaborative effort involving the Vision Centre and the District Headquarters Hospital (DHH) Epidemiologist from the Chief District Medical Officer’s (CDMO) office. The inauguration of the camp was ...

Paradip, July 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Paradip Port Authority (PPA) Hospital, in partnership with the Bagchi Sri Shankara Cancer Centre and Research Institute, Bhubaneswar, organized a comprehensive cancer screening camp aimed at promoting health awareness among the local community. The camp, focusing on head & neck, breast, and cervix examinations, catered to PPA staff, employees, and underprivileged members of ...

BHUBANESWAR, JULY 18, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Manipal Hospital has inaugurated an advanced Adult Immunization Clinic in collaboration with Pfizer Ltd., marking a significant advancement in public health for Bhubaneswar. This initiative underscores a proactive approach towards healthcare by emphasizing preventive measures against a wide range of diseases affecting adults. The newly launched clinic offers a comprehensive array of vaccinations tailored ...

New Delhi, July 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Indian Rubber Gloves Manufacturers Association (IRGMA) has launched a vigorous campaign to enhance safety standards in the healthcare sector by advocating for a ban on non-compliant imported gloves. In a series of communications to key authorities including the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, IRGMA has highlighted significant concerns regarding the ...

Bhubaneswar, July 16, 2024 (TBB Bureau): REACH (Resource Group for Education and Advocacy for Community Health) convened a pivotal media roundtable titled “Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs): Bringing Science and Media Together” on Tuesday, gathering prominent stakeholders to confront the escalating challenge of NCDs and advocate for effective solutions. The event, held in the capital city of Odisha, aimed to elevate awareness ...

JHARSUGUDA, JULY 15, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading producer of aluminium, has marked a significant milestone in healthcare accessibility by facilitating over 20,000 medical tests through its state-of-the-art diagnostic centres in Jharsuguda and Laikera. Since their inauguration in August 2023, these centres have emerged as pivotal hubs for comprehensive healthcare services, bolstering diagnostic capabilities and raising healthcare standards ...

Bhubaneswar, July 11, 2024 (TBB Bureau): MedGenome, a leading global genomics-driven diagnostics and research services company, has announced the acquisition of a stake in GenX Diagnostics, a prominent diagnostic lab chain in Odisha. Founded in 2017, GenX Diagnostics has established a strong regional presence with seven diagnostic centers and 60 collection centers across the state, including a flagship laboratory in ...