Healthcare

When Dr. Pawan found out about the unhygienic living conditions in Gadchiroli, Maharasthra, he created a hand-washing device in just Rs.35 that changed the lives of the villagers. Not only this, he involved people of all age groups in his wonderful initiative through interesting activities. Find out more about his device and how he made it possible.

A powerful short film about Sonia and Anita, two sisters living in poverty who have been blind since birth. The nonprofit organization 20/20/20 provided free operations to these sisters. Watch as the bandages come off and they are able to see for the first time in their lives.

These three women are changing the way women in villages see their health. From spreading awareness to guiding them in crucial times, from earning some extra income for the family to knowing all the government rules and laws, these women are guiding others to a better future.

Over 2 million children under the age of 5 die and around 1 million face disability for life every year in India. Read how Indian Academy of Pediatrics, along with Vodafone, has launched the world's largest vaccination reminder service to tackle this problem, aiming to prevent 500,000 child deaths and disabilities by 2018 through SMS alerts.

The diagnostic kit by a team from IIT Bombay will enable quick and easy detection of sickle cell anemia at rural and remote locations where advanced diagnostic technologies are not available. The kit is affordable, portable and can be operated even by relatively untrained health workers. Read more to find out how it works.

A major spinal cord injury had left him immobilised and completely dependent. Now, just a few years later, this young man is ready to pursue his MS at Purdue and later work in assistive technology. If this ongoing journey of Sashank isn't inspiring, nothing is!

A doctor's duty doesn't end with just treating the patient's symptoms. The anxiety, fear and vulnerability of the patient and his family need to be addressed too. As the blame game between patients and hospitals continues, Dr. Malpani has come up with an idea to empower patients and make every one's task simpler. Read more to know how he is bringing both of them together on the same page.

They lived for years being told that their illness was "imagined". Finally, they were diagnosed with a rare disorder called Sjögren’s Syndrome. Now they are helping others understand their symptoms, get diagnosed early and "live well" with this with SS through their support group Sjögren’s India.

She didn’t let anything stop her from following her passion to serve the nation. From being a doctor, to leading the first all-women regiment in the fight for India’s independence, Lakshmi Sehgal was a free bird and she made sure that she contributed to the country till her last breath. Read about one of India's most inspiring women ever!

Providing shelter, care and, when needed, last rites for the destitute, aged or mentally ill cannot be easy. Watch this powerful video to know how this team is helping them survive the last hour of their lives with some dignity.