On World Heart Day, AIIMS Delhi's senior cardiologist Dr Ambuj Roy listed 10 simple dietary rules for a healthy heart. Dr Roy suggested people to watch the portion size, eat plenty of fruits and vegetables daily, switch to whole grain and eat home-cooked food. He advised people to choose right cooking oil, eat enough proteins and avoid sugary drinks.
New NSS data show that an average cardiovascular hospitalisation costs ₹55,870 in India, rising to ₹80,435 in private hospitals. Doctors say advanced technologies, procedures and intensive care are driving expenditure, but the financial burden extends beyond discharge through medicines, follow-ups, rehabilitation, lost income and other recurring costs.
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A heart-friendly diet does not have to be complicated or expensive. Simple everyday foods such as leafy greens, whole grains, nuts, legumes, fruits and fatty fish can provide fibre, healthy fats and essential nutrients. Including these foods as part of a balanced diet may support cardiovascular health while helping reduce excess saturated fat, sodium and added sugar intake.
World Heart Day is observed annually on September 29. In 2026, it falls on Tuesday and continues the World Heart Federation’s “Don’t Miss a Beat” theme, centred on the message “Heart Disease Can Hide In Plain Sight: Don’t Miss A Beat.” The focus is on recognising potential warning signs and also on making small, consistent choices that support cardiovascular health.
PM Narendra Modi highlighted the economic and nutritional value of amla and moringa during Mann Ki Baat. He said amla processing is creating livelihoods for farmers and women's self-help groups, while campaigns promoting moringa and other local nutritious foods are supporting efforts to tackle malnutrition across India.
Bangladesh's measles outbreak has claimed nine more children's lives, taking confirmed and suspected deaths in 2026 to 1,096. The country also reported 1,228 new suspected cases and 113 confirmed cases in 24 hours. Health authorities say vaccination gaps and supply disruptions have contributed to the worsening outbreak.
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India has sent another consignment of essential medicines and medical consumables to a government hospital in Kabul, continuing its humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan. The Ministry of External Affairs said the latest shipment follows previous deliveries of medicines and relief supplies. India has also provided medical aid and disaster relief materials to Afghanistan in recent months.
A free health check-up camp was held at the BJP Central Office in New Delhi under the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. Party office staff and family members received health check-ups, medical advice and medicines from doctors and healthcare experts. The month-long campaign marks Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years in public life and includes service activities nationwide.
Karnataka has introduced a SUMAN Roadmap 2030 to reduce its Maternal Mortality Ratio below 70 per lakh live births from the current 73, based on SRS 2022-24 data. The plan focuses on pre-conception and antenatal care, high-risk pregnancy tracking, emergency response, maternal death reviews, district-level accountability and community participation.
ShardaCare-Healthcity held a mother and child camp in Greater Noida, with 200 patients attending. Doctors gave consultations on paediatric, pregnancy, gynaecological and fertility concerns. PCOS features were reported in 40% of women, while 30% of couples sought advice for difficulty conceiving. The camp also addressed pregnancy and menstrual health concerns.
