Healthcare
Bengaluru company launches low-cost treatment for blood cancer
Immuneel Therapeutics, co-founded by Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, has introduced Qartemi, India's second CAR-T cell therapy, to treat B-cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. This therapy is priced at a fraction of similar treatments in the West and offers a new option for aggressive blood cancers.
Private hospital in Kolkata launches rooftop helipad for emergency services
Kolkata's Desun Hospital successfully conducted a trial run of its newly launched rooftop helipad with an Agusta 109 SP helicopter, enhancing emergency healthcare services. Approved by the DGCA, the helipad aims to provide critical care air ambulance services for patients across West Bengal, North-East, and Eastern India, ensuring faster medical intervention.
A Healthy Dialogue: Future of health sector cooperation under the Trump administration
India faces a complex health cooperation agenda with the incoming US administration. Key focus areas include trade in pharmaceuticals, pandemic preparedness, vaccine development, digital health, and climate resilience in health systems. Ensuring continued collaboration and addressing emerging challenges requires strategic planning and negotiation.
New Mountain Capital buys a majority stake in healthcare BPO Access Healthcare
New Mountain Capital has acquired a significant majority stake in Access Healthcare, a provider of revenue cycle management services. Established in 2012, Access Healthcare operates in India, the Philippines, and the USA. The investment is expected to accelerate the company's growth. Access Healthcare's chairman Anurag Jain emphasized the importance of innovative, technology-driven solutions for client financial performance and patient experience.
Tata Group and IISc partner to establish medical school to pioneer healthcare education and research
The Tata Group has partnered with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) to establish the Tata IISc Medical School on the IISc Bengaluru campus with a contribution of Rs 500 crore. The school aims to integrate clinical research and medical education through innovative degree programs and global collaborations, focusing on various medical specialities.
Healthcare Industry seeks tax cuts on insurance premiums & increased budgetary allocation in Budget 2025
Industry experts expect the 2025 Union Budget to include reforms for the healthcare sector. They seek increased government spending, focus on preventive healthcare, tax uniformity, and better insurance policies. Stakeholders hope for measures to improve healthcare infrastructure, especially in rural areas, and initiatives to support urban low-income households and combat diseases like cervical cancer.
AIG Hospitals to invest Rs 800 crore in new oncology centre
AIG Hospitals is investing Rs 800 crore in a new dedicated oncology centre in Hyderabad, featuring the cutting-edge Proton Beam Therapy system from Belgium-based IBA. This marks a significant milestone in delivering advanced cancer care in India, especially for treating complex tumours near critical organs.
Practo reports 22pc rise in revenue in FY24, GMV crosses Rs 3,500 crore
Practo, a health-tech platform, reported a 22% revenue growth to Rs 240 crore for the 2023-24 financial year, achieving a GMV of Rs 3,500 crore. The company reduced its losses to Rs 17 crore and had its first profitable quarter. Practo focuses on improving healthcare outcomes and expanding its presence in India and abroad.
Navigating cardiovascular risk in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus
The prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is rising globally, increasing cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. Effective management strategies should include comprehensive control of blood glucose, blood pressure, and lipid levels, lifestyle changes, and the use of anti-diabetic medications to reduce CV events.
India poised to be healthcare custodian of world, says Torrent's Samir Mehta
The Indian pharmaceutical industry plans to exceed USD 120 billion by 2030. This will be driven by innovation, supportive policies, and collaboration among stakeholders. The sector has grown significantly over the past 25 years and plays a crucial role in global healthcare. Focus areas include funding, talent development, technology integration, and achieving self-reliance across the supply chain.
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