The World Health Organization has strongly recommended CD4 testing as the preferred method to identify advanced HIV disease, aiming to reduce AIDS-related deaths and improve treatment outcomes

Satheesan described the intervention as an act bearing “the signature of God,” one that turned a moment of despair into hope. The doctors involved were Dr Thomas Peter and his wife, Dr Didia Thomas of Ernakulam, along with Dr B. Manoop, Assistant Professor in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Kottayam Medical College

State Health Minister Veena George said the skin bank was set up to ensure world-class treatment for burn victims within the public health system. The Minister added that steps are underway to establish a second skin bank at the Government Medical College in Kottayam, further strengthening the state`s burn care network

In a rare cultural initiative inside a prison setting, inmates at Udaipur Central Jail took part in a storytelling session designed to encourage self-expression and emotional reflection, allowing participants to share personal stories

When Pramila Kavar first held her son Neeraj in her arms, everything seemed perfect. He was a healthy baby, feeding well and growing normally in their small village of Chinchore in Maharashtra’s Nashik district

The evening is also about the bond that Khan Sahab shared with his students

We often live under the myth of constant productivity, but mental health experts are clear – completely unplugging during the end-of-year break provides profound psychological benefits. Learn how planned rest reverses chronic burnout, boosts creativity, and creates the clear mental slate necessary for setting realistic goals

Mumbai boasts of a prominent South Indian community, and among them, the Tamil community tells mid-day all about their Christmas traditions that celebrate culture through food and worship

From a handwritten letter to tea-stained mugs, here is what they had to say about the art of anonymous gifting. The annual ritual of Secret Santa is far more than a simple holiday tradition; it`s a high-stakes social litmus test. Whether it’s a moka pot that fuels a morning or a rubber lizard that fuels a nightmare