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Antibodies that may lead to next-gen vaccines for all Covid strains found
The finding may help develop next-generation vaccines that can...
Johnson & Johnson drops talcum powder globally as lawsuits mount
The health conglomerate has spent years seeking ways to contain its...
HDFC ERGO Health and HDFC ERGO General to seek NCLT nod soon for their merger
AnujTyagi, executive director & chief business officer at HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company Limited(HDFC ERGO General) has been appointed as the new Managing Director & CEO ofHDFC ERGO Health, subject to approval from the IRDAI
AXA insurance launches first-in-market plan for Cancer survivors
Sean Goh, Managing Director, Life, AXA Insurance Singapore said, “Many cancer survivors are left without any insurance coverage after their first diagnosis and do not have the security of a financial safety net if cancer strikes again. We want to take away this uncertainty by protecting them financially should they be faced with cancer again, so they can focus on treatment and recovery. This is part of our commitment to support our customers across their entire health journey and to empower them to live better lives.”
dacadoo announces global partnership with Swiss Life Global Solutions
dacadoo’s comprehensive digital Health Engagement Platform motivates users to achieve and maintain healthy lifestyle habits. The digital user journey is optimized to engage clients of Health & Life Insurers, and it is delivered through mobile apps and a web app built in responsive design. It combines motivational techniques derived from behavioral science, with functions from online gaming and social networks that involve users in their holistic health – body, mind and lifestyle
Air pollution affects bone health
Osteoporosis is a disease in which the density and quality of the bone are reduced. Globally, it is responsible for a substantial burden of disease and its prevalence is expected to increase due to ageing of the population.
171 hospitals de-empanelled, Rs 4.5 crore in penalties imposed for fraud under Ayushman Bharat
The NHA said the National Anti-Fraud Unit has detected suspect e-cards on the basis of algorithms developed internally by it and shared with states for due diligence and action.
20K Ayushman cards annulled in Gujarat after ineligible beneficiaries found
A team of the Gujarat health department and National Health Agency found several cases where ineligible persons, who were not members of the respective family, were shown as beneficiaries on the card, said Jayanti Ravi, principal secretary, health.
New India unveils comprehensive cover for high cost cancer treatment
Atul Sahai, CMD,NIA, said,“Although the regular health policies of the company cover cancer treatment, this specialised policy helps the policyholders to opt for the changes in the treatment pattern, as well as meet the increased cost of treatment.The medical advancement and highly professional medical facilities have made it possible to avail specialised treatment in India.”
America is still waiting for Trump’s ‘much better’ Replacement for Obamacare
Trump says a health insurance overhaul can be done in a second term if voters give him a Republican Congress as well as a reelection win.
Trump administration issues partial E-Cigarette Ban
In banning mint but not menthol, HHS Secretary Azar said the administration was following an “evidence-based, science-based public health approach.” Data that became available after the Trump administration’s September announcement showed that mint was highly popular among teens but menthol was not, he said.
Germany aims to thwart African swine fever edging closer to borders
Much of Asia is suffering from unprecedented ASF outbreaks, and importers may look elsewhere if Germany is struck by the disease.