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No more OTC syrups: Doctor’s prescription now mandatory for cough syrups and other liquid medicines

OpIndia Staff - 16 June, 2026

India's Union Health Ministry has ended over-the-counter sales for all syrup-based formulations, including cough syrups.

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The Impact of Wearables on Health Insurance Premiums in India

OpIndia Staff - 29 May, 2026

Wearables are evolving into an effective way to manage health insurance premiums for both insurers and insureds. Tap to read what’s changing.

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Bengaluru woman tests negative for Ebola as India steps up vigil against the deadly virus gripping African countries: Here is what the disease is...

Aditi - 27 May, 2026

The current Ebola outbreak in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo is more dangerous as it is caused by the virus for which no vaccine has yet been developed.

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CSIR scientists develop “designer rice” with a low glycaemic index that has more protein and vitamins

OpIndia Staff - 11 March, 2026

CSIR stated that the "designer rice" intends "to nourish millions and tackle malnutrition one plate at a time."

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Health Insurance plans for family explained through recent reforms

OpIndia Staff - 13 February, 2026

With recent reforms in the insurance sector, many family health insurance plans have become more affordable, transparent, and consumer-friendly, with greater flexibility in several cases. Read on to learn everything about the best health insurance plans, how they have been affected by recent reforms, and the factors to consider when choosing a health insurance plan.

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OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health: Read how the new AI feature links medical records and wellness apps for personalised health insights

Rukma Rathore - 8 January, 2026

ChatGPT's new function is just "designed to support, not replace, medical care," according to OpenAI.

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VIT Bhopal administration tried to cover up jaundice outbreak: Three-member committee report reveals shocking details

OpIndia Staff - 2 December, 2025

The committee was formed to investigate the incident of violence on 26th November on the campus of VIT Bhopal wherein 4,000 students unleashed violence and arson after some students got jaundice and it was alleged that three students had died. Later, it emerged that two deaths happened, but both were unrelated to jaundice.

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News of Joe Biden’s aggressive stage prostate cancer fuels old questions regarding his capabilities: Was he fit to remain in Oval Office for 4...

Anurag - 19 May, 2025

82-year-old Biden was diagnosed on 17th May after experiencing urinary symptoms. His team stated that while the cancer is advanced, it remains hormone-sensitive and “can be effectively managed”. However, the Gleason score, an indicator of cancer aggressiveness, rated the disease at a worrying 9 out of 10.

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