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WHO to set up COVID-19 vaccine insurance scheme for 92 low-income countries

A vaccine scheme co-led by the who is setting up a compensation fund for people in poor nations who might suffer any side-effects from COVID-19 vaccines.
Budget 2020: What it has for the healthcare sector?

Centre plans to expand the Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Aarogya Yojana (PMJAY). Govt to use proceeds from taxing medical devices for setting up hospitals in tier 2 and 3 cities.
Health is a fundamental human right: Healthcare schemes in India you must know about

This article is our effort to educate the masses, specially the underprivileged section, about the existing healthcare schemes so that they can enjoy the benefits and lead a healthier life.
PMJAY may not cover cataract operations: Official

According to officials, discussions are taking place at the national level whether to do away with all treatments covered under national programmes or retain some.
World Health Day 2019: Your ultimate medical insurance guide

We share expert-backed tips and suggestions on choosing the best health insurance policy. Health insurance is one of the vital tools for ensuring universal health coverage, a significant goal of the World Health Day campaign.
President says, balancing quality, cost and access critical for public health

President R.N. Kovind on Friday showed the urge of getting a perfect triangle of "quality, cost and access to work together in public health.
J&K nullifies employees mediclaim policy

Following reports of irregularities in the insurance policy, the Jammu and Kashmir government on Friday ordered revocation of the Group Mediclaim Insurance Policy for its employees starting from midnight December 31.
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) will cover treatment of urological disorders

With urological issues getting covered under the scheme, doctors and experts believe that it is immensely going to help men from the rural areas and lower sections of the society as they don't have to sit with a critical disease growing inside them due to lack of support.
Medical insurance for infertility treatment: the first step towards empathy

Dr Duru Shah Director, Gynaecworld Center for Assisted Reproduction & Women s health, Mumbai tells us why medical insurance companies should take fertility treatments into consideration and how it will help couples seeking treatments.
How the new proposed medical insurance directive is likely to reduce the stigma around mental health in India

Covering mental ailments such as depression, schizophrenia etc under insurance cover shall mean that the treatment will be accessible and available to all, thus, reducing the stigma attached to it.
A universal health scheme for millions all set to roll out may bring down quality treatment, say doctors

While Ayushman Bharat aims at covering millions and billions of Indians under universal health coverage, enabling the poor to afford treatment, the scheme may reduce the quality of treatment, believe doctors.
Mental Health: Unfortunately, it is not covered by health insurance

We all have spoken about how depression is plaguing the country. We know that this is a very important health issue at the moment. However, it is not covered by insurance. Do we still need to say that mental health is not given its due importance?
World Health Day: Doctors tell us what we need to do to ensure uniform health care services in India

Listen from the experts what is the need of the hour in India to address public health concerns.
Everything you want to know about 'heart insurance'

As medical treatment progresses, health care costs also increase.
India's 'Namocare' or 'Ayushman Bharat' health insurance scheme would make it the largest drug maker in the world

Union Chemicals and Fertilisers Minister Ananth Kumar said this during the inauguration of the third edition of the 'India Pharma 2018 and India Medical Device 2018.'
Arun Jaitely says National Health Protection Scheme with Rs 5 lakh medical insurance cover will be implemented by end of this year

Rs 5 lakh medical insurance cover will be provided annually to 10 crore poor and vulnerable families in the country as announced in the Budget 2018-19.
Valentine’s Day gifts you will give your wife or husband ONLY if you REALLY love them

These not-so-romantic Valentine's Day gift ideas will show that you truly care for your partner.
Only 27% Indians have health insurance, says report

There is an urgent need for a centralised health savings scheme managed by a government-nominated body.
6 reasons you MUST cross check your doctor’s prescription

Do you feel Indian doctors spend enough time with the patients? Here's how to make the best of your time at the clinic!
Asian Heart Institute to provide insurance and CPR training to stunt artists from Movie Stunt Artist Association

Asian Heart Institute and Akshay Kumar today announced that they are joining hands to provide a health and accident insurance scheme.

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WHO to set up COVID-19 vaccine insurance scheme for 92 low-income countries

Budget 2020: What it has for the healthcare sector?

Health is a fundamental human right: Healthcare schemes in India you must know about

PMJAY may not cover cataract operations: Official

World Health Day 2019: Your ultimate medical insurance guide

President says, balancing quality, cost and access critical for public health

J&K nullifies employees mediclaim policy

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) will cover treatment of urological disorders

Medical insurance for infertility treatment: the first step towards empathy

How the new proposed medical insurance directive is likely to reduce the stigma around mental health in India

A universal health scheme for millions all set to roll out may bring down quality treatment, say doctors

Mental Health: Unfortunately, it is not covered by health insurance

World Health Day: Doctors tell us what we need to do to ensure uniform health care services in India

Everything you want to know about 'heart insurance'

India's 'Namocare' or 'Ayushman Bharat' health insurance scheme would make it the largest drug maker in the world

Arun Jaitely says National Health Protection Scheme with Rs 5 lakh medical insurance cover will be implemented by end of this year

Valentine’s Day gifts you will give your wife or husband ONLY if you REALLY love them

Only 27% Indians have health insurance, says report

6 reasons you MUST cross check your doctor’s prescription

Asian Heart Institute to provide insurance and CPR training to stunt artists from Movie Stunt Artist Association

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