Health

MP Government Hospitals Go Paperless Starting Nov 1, Digital Records Rollout

All government hospitals in Madhya Pradesh will transition to a paperless system starting November 1, digitizing patient registration, consultations, and billing.

01 Nov 2026

Kota Teenager Undergoes 10‑kg Cyst Removal Surgery

A 16‑year‑old girl had a complex abdominal surgery in Kota, Rajasthan, where surgeons removed nearly 10 kilograms of cysts from her abdomen.

01 Nov 2026

MP Launches Free Chest Clinics in District Hospitals from Nov 1

Madhya Pradesh will start special chest clinics in district hospitals and government medical colleges on November 1, offering free diagnosis and treatment for respiratory patients until February 2027.

01 Nov 2026

Bhopal to Launch Da Vinci 4.0 Robotic Surgery Facility Next Month

Bhopal will soon host a state‑of‑the‑art Da Vinci 4.0 robotic surgery unit costing about ₹30 crore, with the machine expected to arrive next month. Initial procedures will include prostate, kidney tumour and bladder cancer surgeries.

01 Nov 2026

The Tribune Features Dr. Shekhar Tokas

The Tribune published a piece highlighting Dr. Shekhar Tokas.

01 Nov 2026

West Bengal to Set Up AIIMS in Raiganj, Cancer Hospital in Jalpaiguri

The West Bengal government has announced plans to establish an AIIMS in Raiganj and a dedicated Cancer Hospital in Jalpaiguri to enhance regional healthcare infrastructure.

01 Nov 2026

Bhopal Doctors Master Robotic Surgery Skills in Two-Day Workshop

In Bhopal, a two‑day workshop trained doctors in robotic and laparoscopic surgery simulation, covering camera control, suturing, and needle handling.

31 Oct 2026

India's Shift to Refined Oils Fuels Rising Health Concerns

India's transition towards refined edible oils is creating a significant public health challenge, according to recent industry analysis.

31 Oct 2026

DR Congo Ebola Death Toll Nears 5,000 as Africa CDC Honors Fallen Doctor

The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has climbed to nearly 5,000 cases, while the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention paid tribute to a doctor who lost his life in the fight against the virus.

31 Oct 2026

Mother Dies After Fainting While Holding 8-Month-Old Son in Father-in-Law's Lap

In Chhatarpur, a mother died after fainting while holding her 8‑month‑old son in her father‑in‑law’s lap, doctors say the stress caused her death.

31 Oct 2026

Jodhpur Sees Surge in Horse Fly Bites: Over 20 People Attacked in 48 Hours

In the city of Jodhpur, more than 20 residents were bitten by horse flies over a span of two days, sparking widespread concern among locals.

31 Oct 2026

UK Minister Urges Faster India-UK Healthcare Innovation Adoption

A UK government minister has called for accelerating the adoption of healthcare innovations between India and the UK to strengthen bilateral ties in the medical sector.

31 Oct 2026