World Mental Health Day,10 October 2025
Mental health in humanitarian emergencies HEALTH DESK World Mental Health Day serves as a powerful reminder that there is no health without mental health. This year’s campaign focuses on the…
Why Good Fats Are Essential for Mental Resilience
Dr. Rachna Khanna Singh Every year, on October 10, the world observes World Mental Health Day. We talk about self-care and balance, yet rarely consider what’s on our plates. As…
Govt Dismisses Rumours of Ban on Dextromethorphan Cough Syrups
AMN The Government has dismissed a video being circulated on social media in which it was said that the the government has banned ‘Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide’ cough syrups. The Fact Check…
Centre Directs States to Ensure Batch Testing of all Pharma Products
Staff Reporter Centre has asked Drug Controllers of all states and UTs to take measures to ensure testing before the manufacture and release of each batch of pharmaceutical formulations to…
Health Ministry directs Doctors not to prescribe cough medications to children below two years
The advisory has been issued in view of child deaths in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan that were linked to the consumption of cough syrups. Staff Reporter Union Health Ministry has…
Why Asthma Demands Urgent Attention in India
Dr. Rajatsubhra Mukhopadhyay, Director, Child Health Care, Arambagh, Kolkata, The incidence of Asthma is on the rise, presenting an expanding field for the practice of respiratory medicine in India. Unfortunately,…
Why Brain Care Matters as Much as Heart Health
By: Dr. Swaroop Gopal When people discuss safeguarding their health into old age, the discussion tends to revolve almost exclusively around the heart, weight, or bones. What about the brain,…
From Stigma to Strength: ‘Homecoming’ Sheds Light on Women’s Mental Health Struggles
Staff Reporter / New Delhi At an evening marked by empathy and solidarity, Westland Books in collaboration with the India Mental Health Alliance (IMHA) launched Homecoming: Mental Health Journeys of…
USA Versus the World: Will Health and Gender Equality Take Primacy?
By Shobha Shukla At the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Meeting on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and Mental Health, most nations were ready to adopt a political declaration by…
World Heart Day: Don’t Miss a Beat – A Call for Global Action on Heart Health
World Heart Day 2025 reminds us that the rhythm of life—our heartbeat—should not be taken for granted. With cardiovascular disease remaining the world’s number one killer, urgent action is needed…