1. ICMR to Launch National Diabetes Control Program India will soon implement a new nationwide screening and awareness initiative targeting Type 2 diabetes and lifestyle diseases.
Courtesy: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

2. WHO Warns of Heatwave-Related Illness Surge in South Asia The World Health Organization has urged countries to prepare for increased cases of dehydration and heat stroke amid record-breaking temperatures.
Courtesy: WHO Press Release

3. New Study Links Poor Air Quality to Higher Heart Attack Risk in Urban India A recent Lancet report highlights a sharp rise in cardiovascular events linked to PM2.5 pollution in Indian metros.
Courtesy: The Lancet Global Health

4. India Approves Emergency Use of Dengue Vaccine ‘QDENGA’ The DCGI has cleared Takeda’s dengue vaccine for emergency use in high-risk states like Kerala and Maharashtra.
Courtesy: Times of India – Health

5. AIIMS Delhi Launches 24x7 Teleconsultation for Chronic Illnesses Patients with diabetes, hypertension, and asthma can now access AIIMS doctors remotely under the new digital health scheme.
Courtesy: AIIMS Delhi / MoHFW

Special Coverage --Preventive & Non-Invasive Health

Rise in Demand for Non-Invasive Wellness Screening in India Urban clinics are reporting a 38% rise in appointments for skin carotenoid scans, digital detox, and body biofield assessments—signaling a shift toward early preventive care.
Courtesy: National Wellness Survey, May 2025

Ayush Ministry to Integrate Digital Health Mapping for Panchakarma Centers In a pilot program, the Ministry of Ayush is testing QR-based digital logs for Ayurvedic therapies across Kerala and Karnataka.
Courtesy: Ministry of Ayush

Global Push for Affordable Wearables in Public Health A WHO-led global fund is backing low-cost wearable tech for tracking vitals in under-served populations.
Courtesy: WHO Health Tech Bulletin