For 58-year-old Rameshbhai Patel (name changed) from Ahmedabad, a cancer diagnosis was life-changing news that came in an instant. The biggest question after the diagnosis was not about the disease, but about the next steps in treatment. “Will I have to undergo surgery?” “Is there any other treatment possible?” “Which option would be right for me?” Such questions constantly puzzled Rameshbhai and his family. Before deciding on treatment, he decided to seek a second opinio...Read More

New Delhi: Delhi is witnessing increased seasonal influenza activity, with 1,777 H1N1 cases reported through August 20, 2026, according to recent reports. Agilus Diagnostics has also observed a H1N1 positivity rate of nearly 30% at its Reference Laboratory over the past week among tested individuals, a press release said. As per the press statement, while the rise in cases warrants awareness and appropriate medical attention, there is no reason for undue panic. H1N1 is not a new virus. The A...Read More

Gandhinagar: Gujarat Health Minister Praful Pansheriya on Monday chaired a high-level review meeting on the state’s preparedness to deal with H1N1 (seasonal flu), saying the situation is currently under control and there is no need for citizens to panic. The meeting, held through video conferencing, was attended by medical superintendents of civil hospitals, deans of medical colleges and senior health officials from districts and municipal corporations. The meeting also reviewed the control...Read More

You arrive at the pharmacy counter with a new prescription, only to find the exact brand your doctor requested is out of stock. Or perhaps the pharmacist hands you the box, and the price is much higher than you expected. When this happens, you might wonder if there is another option that does the exact same job. Finding an alternative is a normal part of managing your health. Many people look for different options to save money or because their usual brand is difficult to find locally. Search...Read More

Surat: Devotees will have extended opportunities for religious observances this year as an additional lunar month, known as Purushottam (Adhik) Maas, falls between May 17 and June 15 during the Hindu month of Jyestha. Astrologer Govindji said that 2026 is considered significant in the Hindu calendar, as the Jyestha month spans 59 days, from May 2 to June 29, due to the inclusion of the extra month. This results in a total of 13 months in the year instead of the usual 12. According to tradition...Read More

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government informed the Assembly that the state currently has 32 postgraduate (PG) medical colleges with a total of 3,724 approved seats. The information was provided by the Minister of State for Health in a written reply during the Budget session of the Assembly. As per the reply, as of 31 January 2026, Gujarat has 32 PG medical colleges across the state, with 3,724 postgraduate medical seats approved in these colleges. The government further stated that the number of...Read More

Bhavnagar: In a significant boost to healthcare infrastructure in the Saurashtra region, the construction of a modern 1,300-bed Medicity is underway near Nari village in Bhavnagar. The project, estimated to cost ₹587 crore, aims to provide comprehensive medical services under one roof to residents of Bhavnagar, Amreli, and Botad districts. State-of-the-art facilities and capacity The new Medicity will be a centrally air-conditioned complex spread across 1.64 lakh square metres. It is desig...Read More

Gandhinagar: The Gujarat government has confirmed that a proposal to establish a State Medical University is under consideration, but as of January 1, 2026, not a single medical university exists in the state. The information was given by the Minister of State for Health in the Assembly in reply to a question raised during the ongoing Budget Session. The question sought to know whether the state government is planning to set up a medical university and whether it is aware that Gujarat currently...Read More

Gandhinagar: Health Minister Praful Panseria today announced that the Gujarat Government has significantly expanded the Essential Drugs List (EDL) for the year 2025–26. After reviewing 1,386 drugs listed for 2024–25, the Gujarat Medical Services Corporation Ltd. (GMSCL) has added 150 new drugs and removed 57 unnecessary ones. As a result, a total of 1,479 medicines, surgical items, and diagnostic supplies will now be made available to patients in the coming year. The Health Minister said t...Read More