Women’s Health Claims Rise Sharply as Maternity Costs Increase, Finds Care Health Insurance

Women’s Health Claims Rise Sharply as Maternity Costs Increase, Finds Care Health Insurance

New Delhi, May 10, 2026 : India’s maternity healthcare landscape is undergoing a significant shift, with more women accessing formal, institutional care than ever before. As per data from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, with over 88–90% of births now occurring in institutional settings, the share of institutional deliveries has reached 97.3% in…

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Global Oncology Leaders Converge in India to Redefine the Future of Cancer Care at Fortis Cancer Summit 2026

Global Oncology Leaders Converge in India to Redefine the Future of Cancer Care at Fortis Cancer Summit 2026

National, May 03, 2026: In a defining moment for global oncology collaboration, the Fortis Cancer Institute is all set to host Fortis Cancer Summit 2026, a landmark international conference on 2nd – 3rd May 2026 at Hotel Andaz, New Delhi, bringing together leading minds in oncology alongwith cancer research experts from India and across the world, to collectively shape the future…

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Ayurvedacharya Dr. Debabrata Sen Leads Initiative to Make Ayurveda Relevant for Gen Z at Beltala Girls’ School

Ayurvedacharya Dr. Debabrata Sen Leads Initiative to Make Ayurveda Relevant for Gen Z at Beltala Girls’ School

Kolkata, April, 2026 : In an effort to reconnect the younger generation with India’s ancient wellness traditions, renowned Ayurvedacharya Dr. Debabrata Sen conducted a special interactive session at Beltala Girls’ School aimed at making Ayurveda relevant and relatable to Gen Z students. The session, held from 1 pm to 2 pm, witnessed enthusiastic participation from…

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Gen Z Must Rethink Popular Oral Hygiene Trends - Oral Health Analysis by Leading Health Expert Dr. Sonia Datta

Gen Z Must Rethink Popular Oral Hygiene Trends – Oral Health Analysis by Leading Health Expert Dr. Sonia Datta

Kolkata April 29, 2026: In an era defined by “selfies” and viral wellness hacks, Gen Z is revolutionizing the beauty industry. However, dental experts are raising concerns that this focus on aesthetics is leading to a misunderstanding of true oral health. While “teeth whitening” and “breath freshening” dominate social media, they often distract from the…

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Kolkata’s Love for Fried Food & Sweets—Is It Impacting Liver Health?

“Kolkata’s Love for Fried Food & Sweets—Is It Impacting Liver Health?”– Dr. Joydeep Ghosh, Consultant, Internal Medicine (Fortis Hospital, Anandapur)

Kolkata, April 21, 2026 : Kolkata’s culinary landscape is a celebration of flavour, nostalgia, and tradition. From golden, puffed luchi paired with spiced aloor dom to indulgent kachoris and iconic mishti like rosogolla and sandesh, the city’s food culture is deeply woven into everyday life. While these foods are integral to Bengal’s identity, we are increasingly observing a concerning trend: a rise in liver-related disorders that…

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Star Health Insurance strengthens its presence in West Bengal with FY26 GWP at ~₹1,100 crore and 14.7 lakh+ lives protected

Star Health Insurance strengthens its presence in West Bengal with FY26 GWP at ~₹1,100 crore and 14.7 lakh+ lives protected

Kolkata, April 17, 2026 : Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited (NSE: STARHEALTH; BSE: 543412), India’s largest standalone retail health insurance company, continues to deepen its presence in West Bengal as stronger awareness and improving penetration support wider adoption of organised health insurance in the state. West Bengal remains an important market for the company,…

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Liver Disease Claims Rise Across Younger India and Smaller Cities, Driving Up Treatment Costs: Care Health Insurance

Liver Disease Claims Rise Across Younger India and Smaller Cities, Driving Up Treatment Costs: Care Health Insurance

New Delhi, April 17, 2026: India is facing a growing but under recognised liver health crisis. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, NAFLD (Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease) affects between 9% and 32% of the population, impacting nearly one in three individuals, and is being recognised as a ‘silent epidemic.’ Liver-related medical conditions already contribute to…

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Indira IVF Strengthens Presence in West Bengal Through Association with Abha Surgy Centre

Indira IVF Strengthens Presence in West Bengal Through Association with Abha Surgy Centre

Kolkata, India, April 15, 2026 : Indira IVF Hospital Limited has acquired a stake in Abha Surgy Healthcare Private Limited, which manages and operates a fertility clinic specialising in assisted reproduction under the name ‘Abha Surgy Centre’ in India. Abha Surgy Healthcare Private Limited has built its foundation in reproductive healthcare on a commitment to…

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Fortis Anandapur Successfully Treats 7-Year-Old with Rare,

Fortis Anandapur Successfully Treats 7-Year-Old with Rare, Life-Threatening Brain Condition After Prolonged ICU Care

Kolkata, April 08, 2026 : Fortis Hospital, Anandapur has successfully treated a highly complex and life-threatening case involving a 7-year-old boy diagnosed with Acute Necrotizing Encephalopathy of Childhood (ANEC) – a rare neurological condition associated with severe inflammation of the brain. The team of doctors led by Dr Ritika Ghosh Dastidar, Consultant Paediatrician and Paediatric Intensivist, Fortis…

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Ambuja Neotia Group Unveils DHADKAN: Free Life-Saving Heart Surgeries for Underprivileged Children

Ambuja Neotia Group Unveils DHADKAN: Free Life-Saving Heart Surgeries for Underprivileged Children

Kolkata, April 07, 2026 : Ambuja Neotia Group launched DHADKAN, a flagship CSR initiative aimed to conduct fully-funded paediatric cardiac surgeries for underprivileged children diagnosed with congenital heart disease (CHD).  The initiative was unveiled in the presence of Pradeep Lal Mehta, Vice-Chairman & Managing Director, Ambuja Neotia Healthcare Venture Limited, Ruma Banerjee, Joint President &…

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