Category: Mental Health

Additionally, there is a lot of variation between districts. For instance, the prevalence of hypertension is nearly 17% in Jalgaon and almost 30% in Ratnagiri. There aren’t enough localized interventions to lower the prevalence of lifestyle diseases; a district health officer told the media outlet. Mumbai: The ongoing door-to-door campaign for screening non-communicable diseases (NCD) […]

The screenings were held for women over 18 as part of the “Mata Surakshit Tar Ghar Surakshit” program to address the burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). More than 1.73 crore women over 18, including 81 lakh women over 30, were screened by the state’s health services. Pune: Free health exams between September 26 and October […]

The study, which was just published in the journal Health Psychology, may help doctors decide when and how to conduct an anxiety screening during pregnancy to help prevent preterm birth. A study found that pregnant women who experience anxiety may deliver their babies sooner than those who don’t. The study, which was just published in […]

The national tele-mental health program, also known as Tele-MANAS (Telemental Health Assistance and the Networking Across States), consists of a network of cells, regional coordination centers, and centers of excellence for mental health. 51 Tele-MANAS cells will offer mental health services, counseling, essential support, connections to emergency psychiatric facilities, eSanjeevani, Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness […]

5–15% of pregnant women experience mental health problems. Primogenital women have an exceptionally high incidence of this (first-time mothers). Concerns can arise from the stress related to their new baby and the physical changes. They may experience significantly more anxiety during a subsequent pregnancy if they have a history of poor obstetric outcomes, such as […]

With the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) serving as the nodal centre and the International Institute of Information Technology, Bengaluru (IIITB) providing technological assistance, this will encompass a network of 23 tele-mental health centres of excellence. New Delhi: To provide more people with access to mental health care nationwide, the government is […]

As per the report, women had more cases of hypertension than males. According to the statement, factors such as salt and fat intake, obesity, hormonal imbalance, chronic use of oral contraceptive pills, pregnancy, and even menopause can contribute to this illness. Gurugram: According to worldwide data, India has one of the lowest treatment rates for […]

India won a UN award for its “India Hypertension Control Initiative (IHCI)” on Wednesday, a significant accomplishment and recognition of the nation’s efforts to combat hypertension. In Delhi, India won a UN award for its “India Hypertension Control Initiative (IHCI)” on Wednesday, which was a significant accomplishment and recognition of the nation’s efforts to combat […]

While the work-from-home model has its own set of advantages such as reduced commute times, increased routing flexibility and increased productivity, experts warn that in the long run, it can be detrimental to one’s mental health. Offices gradually open up as Covid cases decline and many of them are implementing hybrid work models. Many businesses, […]

Premenstrual mood swings and anxiety are common among women, making it a “key public health issue globally,” according to a recent study. According to research, these symptoms, which 64% of women reported having, interfere with their daily lives. According to senior study author Dr. Jennifer Payne, director of the Reproductive Psychiatry Research Program at the […]