Healthcare

For 17 years, Bengaluru-based Dr Parag Gad worked on ‘xStep’, a non-surgical device designed to support movement in paralysis and cerebral palsy.

India sees over 1.8 million new stroke cases annually. This Indian startup is using game-based neuro-rehab and digital platforms to improve recovery access nationwide.

When parents notice changes in their child’s speech, eye contact, or responses, the next steps often feel unclear. Built by autistic innovators in New Delhi, Neurolens by Gabify helps families understand autism early.

Developed by a Mumbai startup, WALK uses science-backed sensory cues to reduce freezing of gait and restore mobility for people living with Parkinson’s disease.

Safe Access launches India’s first PrEP & PEP Locator — a free, queer-affirming tool to help LGBTQ+ communities find HIV prevention services, compare prices, check availability, and access care with dignity and ease across India.

Long before pollution drew public concern, Dr J N Pande saw how Delhi’s air was affecting breath and daily life. His early insight shaped policy and helped the city protect its people.

In a tribal district battling low birth weight, the collector found a unique, culturally rooted solution — ladoos. Here’s how a community-driven initiative turned a snack into a tool for better maternal health.

What if the next wave of health technology comes from those who are in their early 20s? The Better India gets candid with Chennai-based angel investor SenthilKumar Rajendran to understand how student innovators can bridge the gaps in healthcare with AI.

After being diagnosed with breast cancer at 29, Bengaluru Dr Samrakshini Golipelly chose courage over fear. Today, she supports others facing genetic risk and advocates for early detection and fertility awareness.

Engineer Amey Desai has created WALK, a wearable device that helps people with Parkinson’s overcome freezing of gait. Alongside the app and Pathfinder cloud system, it offers real-time support, remote monitoring, and improved mobility.