TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAR 23, 2024 In a significant milestone for healthcare in Odisha, Kalinga Hospital Ltd. (KHL) in Bhubaneswar inaugurated its latest expansion, epitomizing a steadfast commitment to advancing healthcare standards within the community. Inaugurated by Odisha Governor Raghubar Das, the newly unveiled Dr. SK Dash Block — solely funded by KHL Chairman Dr. Sita Kantha Dash — showcases ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, MARCH 21, 2024 In the wake of a mounting global concern over antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its far-reaching ramifications on kidney health, a landmark symposium titled ‘Kidney Manthan’ recently convened by AIMIL Pharma has emerged as a beacon of hope. This groundbreaking virtual gathering served as a platform for leading experts across diverse medical disciplines to ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 20, 2024 In a significant stride towards sustainable menstrual hygiene, Saukhyam’s innovative reusable sanitary pad has emerged as a symbol of eco-conscious innovation. Crafted from organic banana fiber, this pioneering pad has garnered widespread acclaim for its dual focus on environmental sustainability and addressing critical health concerns associated with traditional disposable pads. Anju Bist, affectionately known ...

TBB BUREAU BERHAMPUR, MAR 19, 2024 Tata Power Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) recently spearheaded a blood donation camp in collaboration with MKCG Medical College at its Khodasingi office in Berhampur. The initiative was geared towards replenishing blood banks and providing vital support to individuals in need of life-saving transfusions, resulting in the collection of 110 units of blood. TPSODL ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAR 18, 2024 Amrutanjan Healthcare, a leading name in the healthcare and wellness sector, introduces its latest innovation – the low sugar variant of Electro+, an electrolyte drink aimed at replenishing energy levels and combating dehydration and fatigue. Alongside this launch, the company has announced Indian cricket star Ruturaj Gaikwad as the brand ambassador for Electro+. Electro+ ...

PRIYABRAT BISWAL BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 13, 2024 On the eve of World Kidney Day, a team of researchers from the National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM) in Bengaluru unveiled groundbreaking findings regarding the efficacy of Neeri KFT, an herbal formulation, in managing serum creatinine levels and enhancing kidney function. World Kidney Day, celebrated annually on the second Thursday of March, serves ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, MAR 12, 2024 In a significant move aimed at bolstering the accessibility of affordable medicines to citizens across India, the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) has partnered with the Pharmaceutical & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI) to extend term loans and working capital credit to Jan Aushadhi Kendras (JAKs) established by aspiring entrepreneurs. ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAR 12, 2024 Amidst the resounding global call for #InspireInclusion, Amway India, one of the leading Health and Wellbeing companies, stood at the forefront on International Women’s Day with an unwavering commitment to prioritize women’s health through the powerful #HerHealthFirst approach. The initiative aimed at inspiring and amplifying the crucial discourse on women’s health. By organizing a ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, MAR 8, 2024 Vedanta’s BALCO Medical Centre (BMC), a leading institution in India’s oncology domain, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian co-researchers to receive the prestigious Cancer Grand Challenges Award. The award, accompanied by a substantial $25 million grant, underscores BMC’s pivotal role in advancing cancer research within India. The recipient team, ...

TBB BUREAU DELHI, MARCH 8, 2024 In a concerted effort to raise awareness about the critical need for blood stem cell donation, DKMS BMST Foundation India is shining a spotlight on young women who have recently contributed to this life-saving cause. Their participation not only increases the diversity of the stem cell registry but also enhances the chances of finding ...

PRIYABRAT BISWAL BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 08, 2024 In a groundbreaking study that bridges ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern scientific validation, a team of European researchers has unveiled the remarkable efficacy of gold nanoparticles, also known as swarna bhasma, in skincare. Their findings not only confirm the time-honored practices of Ayurveda but also herald a new era in anti-aging skincare solutions. Led ...

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TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, MAR 5, 2024 In a pivotal move aimed at bolstering healthcare services in Jharsuguda, JSW Foundation, as part of its CSR endeavours through JSW BPSL Sambalpur Works, unveiled a Trauma Care Center on Monday, at the District Headquarter Hospital. This groundbreaking initiative, a collaboration between JSW Foundation and the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of ...

TBB BUREAU ANGUL, FEB 24, 2024 SPARSA, a groundbreaking initiative led by the Angul District Administration and JSP Foundation in collaboration with MedTel, has been recognized with the “Best Health Care CSR Project” award at the 11th International Conference on Transforming Health Care with IT (THIT 2024) held in Bangalore on Friday. During the ceremony organized by Apollo Telemedicine Networking ...

TBB BUREAU RANCHI, FEB 21, 2024 The NTPC Swayamsiddha Ladies Club, based at the Coal Mining Headquarters in Ranchi, recently extended its support to underprivileged children by distributing essential food items at the “Adim Jati Sewa Mandal” in Ranchi. This initiative, part of the club’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts, aimed to emphasize the significance of nutritious food in the ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEB 13, 2024 Odisha’s Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY), the flagship healthcare scheme spearheaded by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, has been honored with the prestigious SKOCH Gold Award for the year 2023. Dr. D. Brundha, Chief Executive Officer of the State Health Assurance Society (SHAS), accompanied by the Additional Secretary of the Health & Family Welfare Department ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR/KEONJHAR, FEB 13, 2024 The Odisha Mineral Bearing Areas Development Corporation (OMBADC) has played a pivotal role in supporting the establishment of modern ambulance services in the mining-affected Keonjhar district, significantly enhancing emergency medical assistance for rural communities. Recognizing the critical importance of ambulances in emergency healthcare, OMBADC has facilitated the operation of three ambulances in Keonjhar district ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEB 13, 2024 The significance of Physiology in managing lifestyle disorders and tackling global health challenges has been underscored at the AIIMS-PHYSIOMEET Workshop hosted by the Department of Physiology at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. Experts convened to discuss emerging issues in Physiology education and research, highlighting the necessity for collaborative efforts to address local and global health issues. The ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEB 9, 2024 In a groundbreaking feat of medical expertise, the Pediatrics Department at AIIMS Bhubaneswar has achieved a significant milestone by successfully saving the life of a 9-year-old boy. This achievement came through a pioneering bronchoscopic intervention to extract a stitching needle lodged in the boy’s lungs. Notably, this marks the first instance of such a ...

TBB BUREAU ROURKELA, FEB 8, 2024 SAIL-run Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) has taken a significant step towards addressing malnutrition among school children by signing a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) for Nutrition, Anand, Gujarat, and the District Administration of Sundargarh. The MoU aims to provide nutritious pasteurized fortified flavored packaged milk to primary ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEB 8, 2024 The Ujaas Menstrual Health Express, a pioneering initiative led by Advaitesha Birla and backed by the Aditya Birla Education Trust, has reached Bhubaneswar. Following its impactful journey through Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh, this initiative aims to revolutionize menstrual health and hygiene awareness in the city. The program has engaged ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEB 6, 2024 In an initiative to equip common people with life-saving skills, AIIMS Bhubaneswar conducted a three-day workshop focused on Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training for women NSS volunteers. The workshop, held in collaboration with the Odisha Government’s Higher Education Department, targeted NSS volunteers from 10 aspirational districts in the state. Dr. Ashutosh Biswas, Executive Director of ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEB 6, 2024 The Health & Family Welfare Department of the Odisha Government is set to launch the Mass Drug Administration (MDA) program from February 10-19, targeting the elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) in seven endemic districts: Bolangir, Kalahandi, Rayagada, Cuttack, Kandhamal, Khordha, and Nayagarh. To raise awareness and mobilize public opinion about LF prevention, a state-level ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, FEB 5, 2024 On World Cancer Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s foremost aluminium producer, renewed its dedication to offering top-tier healthcare services and assistance to cancer patients, particularly those residing in rural regions. Marking the occasion, Vedanta Group’s cutting-edge cancer facility, the BALCO Medical Centre (BMC) at Raipur in Chhattisgarh, and one of India’s premier cancer care ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, FEB 1, 2024 In a momentous development for allied health education and research, Centurion University in Odisha and SVNIRTAR (Swami Vivekanand National Institute of Rehabilitation Training and Research) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday, aimed at bolstering student opportunities and fostering collaborative research ventures. The MoU, exchanged at SVNIRTAR, involved Dr. P. P. Mohanty, Director ...

TBB BUREAU BERHAMPUR, JAN 25, 2024   As part of the ongoing National Road Safety Month Campaign, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) organized a free eye check-up camp at the Ambagada Training Centre in Berhampur. Collaborating with Sankar Eye Hospital in Hinjilicut, Ganjam, the Safety Department and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Department of TPSODL joined forces for this impactful ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JAN 25, 2024 In a pioneering move integrating technology into healthcare, AIIMS Bhubaneswar has inaugurated its Drone Health Service today. Following a successful trial run, the national institute has commenced the use of drones for transporting critical medical supplies. The maiden drone flight, conducted seamlessly, delivered a crucial unit of blood from AIIMS Bhubaneswar to Tangi CHC, ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JAN 24, 2024 In observance of National Girl Child Day, an annual event since 2008, the Health & Family Welfare department of the Odisha government has undertaken initiatives to raise awareness about the rights and opportunities of girls in India. The day aims to address challenges and discrimination faced by girls in crucial aspects of life, including ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JAN 24, 2024 Managing Director of SBI Foundation, Sanjay Prakash, ceremoniously inaugurated ‘SBI Sanjeevani,’ a mobile medical unit, in an event held here on Wednesday. This initiative is a vital component of the Foundation’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) endeavors, falling under the flagship program ‘Gram Seva,’ executed in collaboration with ‘Gram Vikas,’ a non-profit organization. The ‘Sanjeevani’ ...

TBB BUREAU FARIDABAD, JANUARY 23, 2024 In a groundbreaking medical achievement, Amrita Hospital in Faridabad has successfully conducted India’s first-ever hand transplantation on a 64-year-old man who had previously undergone a kidney transplant. This milestone, a first not only in North India but also the second such case globally, involved two intricate hand-transplant surgeries lasting approximately 17 hours each. The ...

TBB BUREAU HYDERABAD, JAN 20, 2024 Indian Immunologicals Ltd (IIL), a prominent biopharmaceutical company, has introduced Havisure, India’s first indigenously developed Hepatitis A vaccine. This significant achievement is geared towards safeguarding against the highly contagious liver infection, transmitted through the consumption of contaminated food or water. The two-dose inactivated virus vaccine is designed for pediatric, adolescent, and adult use. The ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JANUARY 20, 2024 Highlighting the growing significance of the Ayush movement, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush, Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday said that the strategic collaboration between an empowered Ayush system and modern medicine aims to fortify the country’s patient care delivery system. Laying the foundation for ‘Ayush Diksha’, a first of its kind ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, JAN 19, 2024 Dabur India Limited has embarked on the ‘Science in Action’ campaign, a concerted effort to enlighten consumers about the myriad benefits of Ayurveda and the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle. This campaign is designed to equip families with scientifically validated information, empowering them to make well-informed choices for their day-to-day health. At the ...

TBB BUREAU JEYPORE; JANUARY 18, 2024 TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) demonstrated its unwavering commitment to community welfare by organizing a successful blood donation drive in Jeypore. The event, held on Thursday, saw enthusiastic participation from TPSODL employees, resulting in the collection of 55 units of blood. Highlighting the company’s dedication to supporting meaningful causes, TPSODL CEO Amit Garg ...

TBB BUREAU KHORDHA; JANUARY 18, 2024 In a historic achievement, CureBay, a groundbreaking healthcare innovator, has unveiled its 100th eClinic at Tangi in Khordha, marking a significant leap in the company’s mission to revolutionize healthcare in medically underserved regions. This milestone underscores CureBay’s dedication to enhancing accessibility, quality, and affordability of healthcare services. With a robust presence established through 99 ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR; JANUARY 17, 2024 ManipalCigna, a rapidly expanding standalone health insurance company, is actively enhancing its footprint in Odisha and Eastern India. Dedicated to delivering innovative and personalized health insurance solutions, the company aims to tackle diverse health challenges faced by various customer segments in Odisha, ensuring enduring access to top-notch healthcare. Sapna Desai, Chief Marketing Officer at ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 22, 2023 Kalinga Hospital Ltd. (KHL) Bhubaneswar, a leading healthcare provider of Odisha dedicated to delivering excellence in patient care, on Friday hosted a curtain raiser event to unveil its state-of-the-art facilities and showcase its commitment to advancing healthcare in the community. KHL today introduced a new block (A3) christened as Dr. Sita Kantha Dash Block ...

TBB BUREAU KOLKATA, DEC 21, 2023 Medica Superspecialty Hospital, the leading private hospital chain in Eastern India, has achieved a groundbreaking achievement by successfully conducting the first-ever ‘Zero Contrast Rotablation Angioplasty’ in the region. The procedure was performed on a 63-year-old male, Prashanta Bhattacharya, a retired executive, resident of Behala, by Dr. Arindam Pande, Senior Consultant in the Department of ...

TBB BUREAU LANJIGARH, DEC 12, 2023 On World AIDS Day 2023, Vedanta Lanjigarh, India’s premier producer of metallurgical grade alumina and a part of Vedanta Aluminium, conducted a week-long awareness program in line with this year’s theme ‘Let Communities Lead’ highlighting the fact that programs and initiatives perform better when driven by the most impacted communities. The week-long campaign was ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 11, 2023 The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Medica Superspecialty Hospital stands witness to extraordinary stories of resilience, hope, and triumph. Within this haven for fragile lives, the journey of two remarkable preterm babies has captivated the hearts of all involved. In August 2023, Medica welcomed two tiny miracles into the world—one weighing a mere ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 11, 2023 Recognizing the deeper connection between oral health and overall health, Amway India, one of the leading FMCG direct-selling companies, introduced the All-New Glister Multi-Action toothpaste with many benefits. Talking about the new launch, Ajay Khanna, CMO, Amway India stated, “According to the World Health Organization, over 95% of Indian adults experience tooth decay, while ...

TBB BUREAU NEW DELHI, DEC 11, 2023 Progenesis, a globally renowned genetic testing brand based in the USA, has officially stepped into the Indian market with its first Genetic Laboratory in New Delhi and an AI & Bioinformatics Data Centre in Chennai. The launch event, held today, witnessed the presence of prominent health experts, practitioners, and researchers from across the ...

TBB BUREAU KOLKATA, DEC 11, 2023 In a significant commemoration of Human Rights Day on December 10th, Group Legrand India successfully organized an inclusive medical camp dedicated to the physical and mental well-being of transgender and non-binary individuals. This noteworthy event took place in Kolkata and was executed in collaboration with local implementation partner – Civilian Welfare Foundation and medical ...

TBB BUREAU BENGALURU, DEC 11, 2023 Aster DM Healthcare, a leading integrated healthcare provider in India and GCC, has released its annual ESG Report, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability, ambitious targets, and a proven record of positive impact. The company aligns its ESG practice with 10 key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), emphasizing its dedication to global ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR/KEONJHAR, DEC 3, 2023 More than 400 people from Koira, Jajang and its adjacent villages availed the benefit of free medical services at the free health camp organised by the JSW Foundation in association with Jagannath Cancer Aid Foundation (JCAF). The 2-day mega health camp – the second in this calendar year – was held on December 1-2 ...

We live in a world that is constantly changing, and are always striving for security and stability. This uncertainty gets amplified when we are faced with any life-threatening illness, such as cancer. In the face of a cancer diagnosis, families find themselves navigating through a profound emotional journey, grappling with uncertainty, fear, and the challenges of treatment. It is a ...

TBB BUREAU ANGUL, DEC 01, 2023 JSP Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of Jindal Steel & Power (JSP), on Friday observed World AIDS Day-2023 with a series of awareness activities in collaboration with government and non-government bodies. JSP Foundation’s field functionaries raised awareness about the consequences of the pandemic and encouraged people to take action against HIV/AIDS, focusing on ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, DEC 01, 2023 In a concerted effort to prioritize road safety and reduce preventable accidents, Odisha Zero Fatality Week is observed with much enthusiasm, urging communities to come together for a common cause. The programme was inaugurated by Odisha  Health & Family Welfare Department Secretary Shalini Pandit in the presence of Prof. (Dr) Sachidananda Mohanty, DMET; Prof. ...

TBB BUREAU PARADIP, DEC 01, 2023 The Paradip Port Authority (PPA) Hospital on Friday joined the world in observing World AIDS Day with the theme “Let Communities Lead”. On this occasion, a walkathon — as a part of IEC activity — was organised to create awareness about Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) among the denizens of the Port Township. PPA Chairman ...

TBB BUREAU BHUBANESWAR, NOV 23, 2023 L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) concluded its Children’s Eye Care Week with an awareness walk on Sunday, centred around refractive errors in children. This vibrant week-long celebration marked the 15th-year milestone of LVPEI’s dedicated children’s eye care unit, the Miriam Hyman Children’s Eye Care Centre. Dr Ramesha Kekunnaya, Director of Child Sight Institute, ...