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Short Summary Manipur has launched a 100-day tuberculosis (TB) elimination campaign across six districts, reflecting a focused commitment to public health. The initiative aims to address TB with intensified efforts, including early detection, treatment, and raising awareness. This drive aligns with India’s broader National TB Elimination Program, with the ultimate goal of making the state…
Summary The Association of Healthcare Providers (India) Northeast II will host its first conclave, AHPICON NE II 2025, focused on the vital link between climate change and health. Set for February 2025, this event aims to explore health impacts from climate issues, such as respiratory diseases and heat-related illnesses, through expert panels and public discussions….
In a significant move to bolster public healthcare, the Assam government has approved a budget of ₹175 crore under the Jan Arogya scheme for the procurement of essential drugs and surgical supplies. This initiative aims to provide free medical assistance to various healthcare facilities in the state, including Medical College Hospitals, the State Cancer Institute,…
Summary In a heart-wrenching incident that underscores the healthcare challenges in remote regions, a 35-year-old woman from Njukuak Village, Manipur, was transported on a makeshift bamboo stretcher over 10 kilometers to reach a hospital in Silchar, Assam. This arduous journey highlights the severe lack of medical facilities and poor road conditions that plague rural communities,…
Introduction: A Rising Wave of Tragedy Churachandpur, a serene district nestled in the hills of Manipur, is facing an unsettling crisis that many might find hard to believe. In 2024 alone, there have been 16 recorded suicide cases, a stark reminder that mental health struggles know no bounds, regardless of geographic location or community background….