Oxygen4IndiaNearly two in five cancer cases worldwide in 2022 were preventable, according to a global study that linked the disease to modifiable risk factors such as smoking, infections, alcohol use, high BMI, physical inactivity, and air pollution, underscoring the critical role of prevention in reducing the global cancer burden.
Oxygen4IndiaA new study reveals how immune cells in the gut play a crucial role in spreading Parkinson’s disease to the brain, uncovering a previously unknown pathway and pointing to potential new targets for treating the neurodegenerative disorder.
Oxygen4IndiaIndia’s children are spending more time online at younger ages, with rising concerns around digital addiction and mental health. Data from the Economic Survey 2026 and a large parental survey highlight excessive screen time, social media dependence, and online gaming addiction among children, underscoring the urgent need for regulatory, educational, and mental health interventions to safeguard child well-being.
Oxygen4IndiaAs India prepares for Union Budget 2026-27, healthcare industry leaders across AYUSH, diagnostics and hospital care are calling for structural reforms to reduce costs, expand infrastructure beyond metros, strengthen preventive care, and improve reimbursement mechanisms. The sector is seeking targeted fiscal support to boost research, affordability, and sustainable healthcare delivery nationwide.
Oxygen4IndiaThe Economic Survey 2025–26 has flagged digital addiction as a growing public health concern, particularly among teenagers, and supported usage limits on social media and online gaming. The survey emphasised the need for regulatory, community-based, and educational interventions to address the mental health impact of excessive digital use among youth.
Oxygen4IndiaIndia is facing a rapidly growing cancer burden despite major advances in diagnosis and treatment, with gaps in access continuing to limit outcomes. As cases and mortality rise, experts stress the need for a coordinated approach that combines medical innovation, policy reforms, and equitable healthcare delivery to make cancer care affordable and accessible across the country.
Oxygen4IndiaAIIMS Bhubaneswar has secured the all-India rank 1 in the ‘Linking Health Records’ category under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). The recognition highlights the institute’s leadership in digital health initiatives, patient record linkage, and citizen-centric, paperless healthcare delivery.
Oxygen4IndiaPrivate equity firm 360 ONE Asset has acquired a minority stake in Delhi-based diagnostics chain House of Diagnostics. The investment will support the company’s expansion into Tier-1 cities, starting with Mumbai, and help scale its services across pathology, radiology, and nuclear medicine.
Oxygen4IndiaA long-term study has found that people who exhibited ADHD traits in childhood are more likely to experience physical health problems in mid-life. The research suggests higher risks of conditions such as migraines, back problems, diabetes and cancer, with poorer outcomes partly linked to mental health issues, higher BMI and smoking rates.
Oxygen4IndiaRegularly engaging in a variety of physical activities, rather than repeating the same exercise, may help extend lifespan, according to a long-term study. Findings published in the British Medical Journal suggest that mixing different forms of physical activity is linked to a lower risk of death, reinforcing the benefits of an active and diverse lifestyle.
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