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Who owns your hospitals? Private equity’s growing grip on Kerala’s healthcare

When Chazhikattu Hospital was set up in Thodupuzha municipality in Idukki district in 1933, health facilities were rare in the area. What began as a nursing home under Dr CK Stephen grew over the years into a reputed private hospital run by his family. The family’s establishment survived for 91…

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‘Brain-eating amoeba’ kills 19 people in India’s Kerala

Naegleria fowleri is found in warm freshwater such as lakes, ponds, rivers, and contaminated soil

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Karnataka: ICMR detects two cases of Human Metapneumovirus

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has confirmed the detection of two cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Karnataka. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Student dies of Nipah virus in Kerala: Why it is important to be very cautious

The death of a 24 year old student in Kerala's Malappuram has sparked concerns around the deadly virus Nipah. Kerala Health Minister Veena George said on Sunday that the test result of the deceased was found to be positive for Nipah virus after it was tested at the National Institute…

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Kerala: 24-year-old man dies of Nipah in Kerala's Malappuram

Kerala Health Minister said that the test result of a 24-year-old man who died at a private hospital in Malappuram on Saturday was found positive for the Nipah virus. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Indian state on alert after 14-year-old boy dies from deadly Nipah infection

Seven people are in isolation wards in two Kerala hospitals awaiting test results

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14-year-old boy miraculously recovers from deadly amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kerala

In a rare case of recovery, a 14 year old from Kerala has recovered from the deadly amoebic meningoencephalitis. It is to be noted that the disease has an almost 97% mortality rate. State Health Minister Veena George announced that a 14-year-old boy undergoing treatment for the disease has recovered.…

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Nipah virus in India: 14 year old succumbs to infection, know all about it

A fatal case of Nipah virus has come to the fore. A 14 year old boy from Kerala's Malappuram district has succumbed to Nipah virus on Sunday afternoon, state Health Minister Veena George has stated.

The Times of India

Kerala: 14-year-old who tested positive for Nipah virus succumbs to disease

The 14-year-old boy who was tested positive for Nipah virus at the Kozhikode Medical College Hospital succumbed to the disease on Sunday afternoon. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Boy infected with Nipah in Kerala dead, says Health Minister Veena George

The 14-year-old boy from Kerala's Malappuram, who was under treatment here for Nipah infection. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kerala braces for yet another season of infectious diseases

Kerala Health Minister warns of peak in infectious diseases, urges preparedness and precautions to prevent loss of lives.

The Hindu

Doctor at Kozhikode MCH suspended after botched surgery on four-year-old

Medical negligence at Kozhikode hospital leads to surgery on wrong body part, sparking protests and political backlash.

The Hindu

U.S. official lauds State’s achievements in health sector

Graham Mayer, Minister-Counselor for Political Affairs, Embassy of United States of America in New Delhi, who met Health Minister Veena George here on Monday, has said that possibilities for co-operation in prevention of zoonotic diseases and geriatric care can be explored.

The Hindu

West Nile fever in Kerala: State govt orders all districts to be vigilant

West Nile fever in Kerala: Kerala government has said West Nile fever cases have been reported from Thrissur, Malappuram and Kozhikode districts of the State.

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Avian flu: over 17,000 birds culled in Alappuzha

Alappuzha culls over 17,000 birds due to bird flu outbreak, tightens preventive measures to protect humans.

The Hindu

Health centres should take steps to prevent discrimination against patients : Veena George

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Code Grey protocol becomes a reality in hospitals in the State

The Code Grey protocol, drawn up by the Health department to ensure the safety of health workers, patients and hospitals, was released by Health Minister Veena George here on Saturday

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Public Health committee discuss measures for monsoon preparedness

Preventive measures for infectious diseases in Kerala emphasized by Health Minister Veena George through unified public health committees.

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Pre-arrival information system launched at Thiruvananthapuram MCH; to minimise hospital delay for emergency care

With the new system, the Emergency Medicine department will be alerted once a ‘Kanivu’ 108 ambulance picks up a patient in the field on the way to the MCH. Besides, the details of the patient will be relayed to the MCH through the system.

The Hindu

Thiruvananthapuram MCH gets new women’s hostel

Efforts are on to launch facilities for robotic surgery at the MCH, for which ₹29 crore has been set aside in the State budget, the Health Minister said.

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Drug sellers threaten to stop supply to Kozhikode MCH

Kozhikode chemists threaten to stop drug supply to fair price shops at MCH if dues not cleared by March 10.

The Hindu

Isolate those who give or take dowry: Minister

Minister Veena George advocates against dowry, promotes women's health, and emphasizes breast cancer awareness in Thiruvananthapuram.

The Hindu

App to nominate Ayush doctors for govt. award

Rate and nominate Ayush doctors for awards with new mobile app released by Health Minister Veena George.

The Hindu

Women’s representation in workforce will be ensured: Minister

The State government is committed to ensuring the participation of women in the workforce, Minister for Women and Child Development Veena George said here on Wednesday.

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Ayush sector in Kerala will be made a health hub: Minister

Thiruvananthapuram Ayush sector in Kerala to become health hub with specialized facilities for wellness treatments, says Health Minister.

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