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Astha Saxena
Astha is a Health correspondent with The Indian Express' Delhi city team. She writes on Delhi's hospitals, government policies and other health topics. Follow her on Twitter: @asthasaxena88
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Two swine flu deaths reported in DelhiSubscriber Only
January 19, 2019 01:31 IST
A 50-year-old man was admitted in the hospital on January 6 and died the next day. Another 25-year-old man was admitted on January 11 and died on January 15, the hospital said.
Sat, Jan 19, 2019
Sheila Dikshit interview: ‘Free electricity, water not feasible, will examine how AAP is doing it’Subscriber Only
January 18, 2019 03:04 IST
"Delhi is in a mess right now. There is a lot that needs to be done for the city. I am meeting people to understand their issues and what they need from us. A plan is being prepared and we will soon disclose it to everyone," says Sheila Dikshit.
Fri, Jan 18, 2019
Taking charge, Sheila Dikshit says no alliance with AAP, admits need for unity in CongressSubscriber Only
January 17, 2019 04:59 IST
The office at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Marg saw a gathering of 8,000-10,000 supporters, flowers in hands and drums playing in the background.
Thu, Jan 17, 2019
Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital gets top tier equipment, but waits for more doctorsSubscriber Only
January 16, 2019 05:20 IST
In the latest push, 120 beds have been added to the existing 60, and facilities such as a School of Pulmonology, CT scan, digital radiography and a respiratory endoscopy unit have been introduced.
Wed, Jan 16, 2019
Buy buses from online portal, Union Ministry tells chief secySubscriber Only
January 14, 2019 01:27 IST
Delhi Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot told The Indian Express that he is yet to see the order.
Mon, Jan 14, 2019
Team set, Congress leaders get to work on January 16Subscriber Only
January 12, 2019 02:56 IST
The office, at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Marg, will be headed by Dikshit along with three working presidents — Devender Yadav, Haroon Yusuf and Rajesh Lilotia. Top leaders also sought to dismiss talk about an understanding with AAP ahead of the Lok Sabha polls.
Sat, Jan 12, 2019
‘Will ensure party stands on its feet,’ says Sheila DikshitSubscriber Only
January 11, 2019 01:04 IST
Dikshit (80), a three-time chief minister who has dominated Delhi politics for one-and-a-half decades since 1998, was voted out in the 2013 polls.
Fri, Jan 11, 2019
Bid to improve sex ratio: To curb sex-determination, Delhi govt to give informers, decoys Rs 50,000Subscriber Only
January 10, 2019 00:49 IST
The Delhi government is working on a proposal to introduce an informer reward scheme, which has been in the pipeline for the last two years, and plans to present it in the Cabinet soon.
Thu, Jan 10, 2019
45% of Delhi govt’s drug inspector posts vacantSubscriber Only
January 09, 2019 00:44 IST
Drug inspectors are responsible for conducting surprise inspections at these shops, picking up samples and sending them to testing labs.
Wed, Jan 09, 2019
Citing health, Ajay Maken resigns as Delhi Congress presidentSubscriber Only
January 04, 2019 08:54 IST
While a debilitating back pain has been cited as one of the reasons for Maken’s exit, sources said the constant talk among central leaders about the need to have an alliance with the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Delhi could have played a part.
Sat, Jan 05, 2019
Unable to break Ayushman Bharat logjam, agency will approach Arvind Kejriwal for a thawSubscriber Only
January 03, 2019 01:21 IST
Under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, the medical and hospitalisation expenses for almost all secondary care and most tertiary care procedures will be covered.
Thu, Jan 03, 2019
‘60 guests at farmhouse, no one called police’Subscriber Only
January 02, 2019 01:48 IST
Police said that prima facie investigation revealed that former MLA Raju Singh, accused in the shooting, was drunk when he allegedly took out the pistol to shoot in the air, as many in the gathering were dancing.
Wed, Jan 02, 2019
Delhi: Lok Sabha secretariat employee dies of suspected swine fluSubscriber Only
January 01, 2019 00:15 IST
According to a report compiled by the National Centre for Disease Control, Delhi has reported 136 cases of swine flu till December 9.
Tue, Jan 01, 2019
Delhi Police yet to act on complaints against 565 fake doctors: DMC dataSubscriber Only
December 31, 2018 01:07 IST
Between 2012 and September 2018, the DMC asked police to register cases against 700 people, who are proven to be quacks and cannot practice allopathy.
Mon, Dec 31, 2018
Safdarjung patients happy with docs, not some facilities: studySubscriber Only
December 31, 2018 00:52 IST
The study was published recently in the International Journal of Healthcare Education and Medical Informatics.
Mon, Dec 31, 2018For constant guidance, doctors to get mentors to help deal with physical, mental issuesSubscriber Only
December 28, 2018 01:06 IST
AIIMS constituted a Student Wellness Centre this year, with a dedicated staff of three psychologists. In addition, there is also a 24-hour helpline that connects with a psychiatrist.
Fri, Dec 28, 2018
Delhi govt gives nod to bill meant to regulate path labsSubscriber Only
December 27, 2018 00:30 IST
With the enforcement of the Act, it will be mandatory for nursing homes and hospitals to stabilise the condition of patients who need critical care before referring them to another hospital.
Thu, Dec 27, 2018
Delhi: Pollution has led to spike in heart, lung illness, says doctorsSubscriber Only
December 26, 2018 01:15 IST
With the temperature set to dip further, doctors cautioned that any symptom of chest pain along with difficulty in breathing should be addressed immediately.
Wed, Dec 26, 2018
Delhi govt proposal for rape victims: Video-conferencing at courtSubscriber Only
December 24, 2018 01:10 IST
According to sources, in many cases, a rape victim has to go from one chamber to another to appear for a hearing. Video conferencing, sources said, will ease the process.
Mon, Dec 24, 2018
Delhi: Brief strike by govt doctors leaves many patients in the lurchSubscriber Only
December 20, 2018 03:53 IST
Walking with a stick in hand, Kumar was left disappointed after his treatment was left midway by a doctor, due to the ongoing strike by medical practitioners at various government hospitals in the capital.
Thu, Dec 20, 2018
‘Tests available in-house, Guru Tegh Bahadur hospital still referred patients to labs outside’Subscriber Only
December 19, 2018 04:03 IST
When contacted, Dr Sunil Kumar, medical director of the hospital, said, “I am aware about the enquiry but I am yet to see the committee report. We will take strict action against officials involved.”
Wed, Dec 19, 2018
New study hopes to understand if zinc can cut infant mortalitySubscriber Only
December 17, 2018 01:32 IST
The Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), in collaboration with University of Bergen, Norway and Tribhuvan University, Nepal, will participate in the multi-country, multi-site study.
Mon, Dec 17, 2018
Delhi: 22 leprosy cases detected during month-long campaignSubscriber Only
December 14, 2018 02:15 IST
The first noticeable sign of leprosy is the development of pale or pinkish patches on the skin, that may be sensitive to temperature or pain.
Fri, Dec 14, 2018
Review if minimum wages are being paid: Delhi govt to hospitalsSubscriber Only
December 13, 2018 04:16 IST
Around 15,000 pvt employees, outsourced for various jobs, were not being paid their EPF, insurance and bonus for the past 10 years: Health dept report
Thu, Dec 13, 2018
Delhi: From AIIMS, a smaller ventilator that costs as little as Rs 35,000Subscriber Only
December 10, 2018 02:01 IST
This advanced portable ventilator, developed in the medical institute by a neurosurgeon and a robotics engineer, is equipped with a tablet and can be connected on android phones.
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