Society / Health
Advanced pet diagnostics in Bengal – GetBengal story
WBLDC introduces the much needed pet diagnostic network in Kolkata and suburbs
Government doctors provide doorstep medical services by adopting Bankura vi...
The Health Systems Development Initiative is a five-year reform and investment program
Know Your Kidney, the all-purpose app for your kidney health - GetBengal st...
The app has been created by two nephrologists from Kolkata and Patna
17-year-old Nabanita Mandal, who waged war against Haematological Cancer - ...
Many were inspired by her real-life story
Dr. James Esdaile: the Father of Anaesthesia started work at Hooghly Hospit...
After the success of the first attempt, Esdaile started performing more such surgeries using mesmerism
By TTW
The Forest Department of West Bengal to launch modern vet clinic for wild a...
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park has earned the distinction of being the best zoo in the country last year
WB Govt. to install Health ATMs: Machines set to revolutionize healthcare -...
Health ATM is a one-stop digital touch-screen kiosk hardware designed for managing health-related information
Drawing inspiration from Dr. R.P Sengupta, founder of Institute of Neurosci...
Poverty and personal tragedy could not stop him
By Indrajit Sen
The first plastic surgeon in India hailed from the quaint town of Chinsurah...
The first detailed description of plastic surgical procedures is found in the 'Sushruta Samhita'
By TTW
J.B. Roy, the forgotten founder of Asia's first Ayurvedic college in Calcut...
It was the first Ayurvedic educational institution in India and the entire Asia
By TTW
The 'Miracle man of Homeopathy' behind the 104-years old Russa Pharmacy
One of Kolkata's oldest surviving homoeopathic institutions
Gardening is good for health. Yes, even a tiny plant on the window sill
Kolkata’s home gardeners tell you how to find peace
Kolkata became witness to a musical evening by the children with Down syndr...
Melinda Pavek, the Consul General, USA was present as the chief guest at the musical evening
Kolkata addresses Parkinson’s Disease with international conference hoste...
The Asia- Oceania Parkinson and Movement Disorder Conference (AOPMC), 2023 was held in Kolkata recently
Dried marigolds can be a cure for cancer!
Marigold is extensively used in temples and for worship, marriage ceremonies etc
By Shuvra Dey
Dr. Ratan Kar who saved the Jarawas from a measles epidemic, gets Padma Shr...
Dr. Kar is now 66 years old and lives with his family in Bangalore
Finally, a Padma Vibhushan for one of India's greatest medical scientists, ...
The doctor passed away in October 2022
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Turning Point: Working for specially-abled people since 25 years
Turning point is the first day-centre in Kolkata
Bengal's health related initiatives become a boon for it's people
Swasthya Sathi has modelled the health sector in a unique way
Rehab crucial for Parkinson’s patients, says Institute of Neurosciences K...
Parkinson’s Disease is a common neuro-degenerative disorder
Oncologists of SSKM perform first ever double mastectomy technique
It is similar to the one which Angelina Jolie, hollywood actress, had undergone in 2013
Eastern India’s premier neurosciences institute turns 13
On April 15 this year, I-NK celebrated its 13th foundation day
Down Syndrome Association Kolkata celebrated World Down Syndrome Day to rai...
On the occasion of World Down Syndrome Day
Innovative Palanquin Ambulances launched in North Bengal
A pregnant woman of the Dukpa community was brought down for delivery from Buxa hilltop in one such palanquin ambulance
State Government delivers nutritious meals for COVID families at your doors...
The service is just a WhatsApp away
Only 14,000 new cases per day? Let’s aim higher, Kolkata!
Those who still don’t have Covid don’t have a happening life
Complex heart surgery at NRS saves child, cost only Rs 2 under Shishu-Sathi...
A brainchild of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, this scheme provides free treatment to children undergoing heart surgeries
Dr. Sambhu Nath Dey: The saviour who chased Cholera
His pioneering research set the stage for more effective treatment and control of cholera
By TTW
Water ambulance service launched for residents of Sundarbans
The new water ambulance will be of great assistance to the residents of the remote delta islands
Scientist from remote Sundarbans, Subhashish Natua honoured for COVID-19 va...
The exceptionally talented scientist from a remote village in the Sundarbans has made all Bengalis proud of his achievements
By TTW
Poison Info Centre of RG Kar gets a prestigious place in WHO list
Only Government Hospital in India to get this position
Gumghar Lane & Hospital – Where People were Quarantined in British Kolkat...
The famous hospital in central Kolkata is currently the centre for treating covid-19 patients
Bengal’s MR Bangur given India’s Best District Hospital tag by Niti Aay...
During the COVID-19 2nd wave, it became the first government Covid facility to introduce virtual visiting hours for its patients
First robotic kidney transplant of Eastern India performed in Kolkata
Robot Assisted Kidney Transplantation (RAKT) is pushing the boundaries of robotic surgery
Four decades after death, India’s IVF baby pioneer gets state recognition...
Dr Subhash Mukhopadhyay was ostracized in his lifetime
Chandannagar Jagaddhatri Puja committees receive vaccine boost
The vaccination programme is being held at Rabindra Bhaban
Remembering the doctor who created India's first and world's second test tu...
The first test tube baby of India, Durga was born under Dr Mukhopadhyay
Negative RTPCR or double vaccination must for tourists in WB
State government steps up drive against third wave
Hilsa is not just for taste, but also for health benefits!
The health benefits of this fish surpasses many super foods
By Shuvra Dey
WHO concurs potency of Bengal’s sesame seeds in fighting Covid-19
Two Bengali scientists prove potency of Til
Outstanding International Award for SSKM’s Dr. Sujoy Ghosh
Kolkata Doctor draws international accolade
By Shuvra Dey
Bengal launches new mobile app to control Dengue and Malaria
‘Protirodh App’, a beacon of hope for victims of vector-borne diseases
By TTW
Organisers, priests, idol makers to get vaccines before Pujas in Howrah
Howrah health administration has set a target of 20,000 vaccinations daily
KMC starts first COVID safe home for children in Kolkata
Preparation for 3rd COVID wave in full swing
‘Duare Vaccine’ in remote Alipurduar villages
Health workers go all out in their effort to make vaccination drive a success
By TTW
Chandannagar Assembly Constituency shows the way with 'Duare Vaccine'
Most elderly residents of the town have been covered by the programme
Dr. Ramendra Lal Mukherjee invents pocket ventilator as a safe alternative ...
This inexpensive ventilator can provide instant support to patients with breathing trouble
Messiah of the poor-- Meet Dr. Swapan Roy of Siliguri
Dr Roy conducts free health camp weekly at the hospital at Dooars
By Bapi Ghosh
Kolkata startup develops mobile app to monitor oxygen saturation and pulse ...
This app uses the rear camera and flashlight to give accurate SpO2 & pulse readings
Bengali scientist creates long-lasting disinfectant to ward off COVID-19
DuroKea sanitizer provides prolonged protection against a wide range of germs including COVID-19 virus
Kolkata Police Hospital now a Covid hospital, general public welcome
The new-look hospital has 300 beds
How a century-old pandemic boosted India’s fight for freedom
How did India’s British administration deal with the Spanish flu pandemic?
By TTW
Meet Dr. Swapan Jana, JU alumnus and Director, R&D, Serum Institute
Learn how he steered the COVISHIELD manufacture
By Shuvra Dey
Meet home chefs who are cooking free meals for COVID patients
During these crucial times, Good Samaritans are feeding the affected
By TTW
Kanyashree student Digantika Bose’s COVID-19 mask wins global recognition...
Anti-viral mask gets global 'Top 10 Inspirational Design Award' by Google
By TTW
From St Xavier’s to Tollywood, Bengal shows rare community Covid relief
Celebrities Parambrata, Anupam, Riddhi and Rwitobroto join hands in this hour of need
West Bengal Integrated COVID Management System (WBICMS) comes as a boon
Online portal helps monitor Covid facilities across the state
Siliguri physician uses Ayurveda to treat Covid-19, to great effect
A health sub-center in Fansideoa block is providing an alternative to mainstream medicine
By Bapi Ghosh
Scientist Dr. Prabuddha Kundu and team develop triple-antigen oral COVID va...
If approved, this will be the first triple antigen composition manufactured by India
IIT Kharagpur’s COVIRAP test kit to give reports in 45 minutes
COVIRAP testing is said to be more effective for community-level screening
Kolkata Police creates green corridor for transportation of oxygen
Special task force created to stop hoarding of cylinders
On World Health Day, a look back at some of medicine’s greatest triumphs
This year, the theme for World Health Day is ‘Building a Fairer and Healthier World for Everyone’
Why are people pretending as though Covid has vanished?
With cases rising daily, why are we still not following Covid protocol?
National Medical College scripts history with first snake venom oral antido...
‘Varespladib’ has shown promising results in clinical trials
Bengal’s Centenarian takes Covid-19 shot, inspires all to take the jab
Manorama Biswas from Jayantipur village creates history after getting vaccinated
On Autism Awareness Day, a range of products crafted by some special people...
A city NGO is marketing a range of lifestyle accessories created entirely by the differently abled
West Bengal records one of the highest COVID-19 vaccine beneficiaries
West Bengal successfully vaccinated 84,505 health workers in just 6 days
‘Pad Crusaders’ who lead Menstrual campaigns in Rural Bengal
Meet Pragya Gupta and Ivaana C.Mitra
By Jayatri Nag
Bengal’s mass immunisation success may aid Covid-19 vaccination
Covid-19 vaccination starts today in Bengal
Covid-19 vaccine drive in Bengal
Vaccine will be applied to frontline Covid warriors
By Kaulik Ghosh
Take a tram ride, spread Covid awareness
Covid Care Network has brought together some of the city’s most distinguished names
Cancer survivor and cricket icon Arun Lal gives a shocking account on pappa...
Did you know diesel is used for rolling the pappads?
‘Duare Sarkar’ crosses 1 cr registration in 15 days
Swastha Sathi scheme is getting the maximum response
Child and Infant Mortality rate reduced in Bengal
Bengal has considerably improved its Institutional Delivery Mechanism in Health
Bengal sets a path breaking example in Plasma Therapy research
The results are certainly promising in Kolkata trials than they are in Delhi
Bengal school-girl’s virus-killing mask wins National Award
Ushers in hope for front line Covid 19 warriors
Hilsa oil’s Omega 3 fatty acids help reduce COVID impact! International J...
Scientific study shows effect of Hilsa oil
Meet Prof Sumi Biswas, co-founder of SpyBiotech, that helps COVID vaccine r...
SpyBiotech’s Spy Catcher technology
COVID Care Network of Kolkata turns messiah to hundreds of COVID infected
Group consists of doctors, mountaineers, musicians and performers
By Saheli Mitra
Bengal Chemical launches new hand sanitizer on Prafulla Chandra Ray’s bir...
India’s first pharmaceutical company
Childless by choice, a growing movement
On International Childfree Day, we explore the Kolkata connection
‘Safe Home’ Covid-19 treatment in West Bengal
Rs 3,500 run by a team of doctors and COVID-19 survivors
Dr Senjuti Saha, first Bengali microbiologist to be appointed in WHO board
Dhaka microbiologist to head Polio Transition Independent Monitoring Board
Bengal imports 8 Cobas machines to test a lakh COVID-19 samples a day
Machines will come from Sweden
Durgapur teacher becomes first person to be India’s COVID 19 vaccine tria...
Chiranjit Dhibar to be given dose this week
CAN COVID-19 VACCINE BE AVAILABLE BY AUGUST 15?
Virologists and scientists negate the possibility
By Saheli Mitra
JU students make lethal masks that will kill COVID-19 virus! Soon to come t...
Uses simple technology of static electricity
Happy Doctors’ Day – Doctors of Calcutta Medical College save a 94-year...
Great job done by the team of doctors!
Director Kamaleshwar Mukherjee dons the doctor’s coat to treat poor patie...
When a qualified doctor turned filmmaker finds his call
Jalpaiguri’s Maxima Toppo uses street plays to create Corona awareness fo...
Toppo uses local Sadri language to motivate masses
Kolkata creates milestone: Critical COVID patient recovers after Ecmo suppo...
24-year-old girl brought back to life and discharged yesterday
Tagore’s miraculous Panchatikta Panchan to cure students during Spanish F...
What did this ayurvedic medicine have?
Will smokers be more impacted by COVID-19? On ‘No Tobacco Day’ a GB rep...
India is now a hotbed of e-cigarettes
Bengal was once a seat of ancient Ayurveda which is now believed to boost t...
Recent Calcutta High Court judgement favours Ayurveda
Calcutta Medical College sets record by releasing 60 recovered Corona patie...
Very good news awaits
Robots will check Corona patients in Kolkata hospital
AMRI Salt Lake introduces Robots to check COVID patients
Stand by the children of Bengal
Kishalay Foundation in Sunderban helping the children of that area in this hour of crisis
By Indrajit Sen
Corona Patachitra – How Bengal is using art to spread awareness on COVID-...
Swarna Chitrakar and her Corona scroll
TATA Sons signs MoU to bring ‘Feluda Corona Test kit’ by end May for ma...
The rapid kit was developed by two Bengali scientists
Bengal makes the cheapest Corona Test Kit; WHO asks for the kits
Big breakthrough in testing COVID-19
Teacher from Bengal to become first COVID 19 vaccine volunteer in India?
Chiranjit Dhibar writes to ICMR making the offer
Good News! Burdwan University will start new Corona Testing laboratory
Ties up with Burdwan Medical College
Belur Math opens gates for COVID warriors -- doctors and nurses
Gives their guest house for COVID -19 warriors
Jadavpur University students design a device to differentiate Corona cough ...
Big invention in post Lockdown phase to detect random patients
How Prafulla Chandra Ray discovered Corona-like ‘Burdwan fever’ of 1860...
The fever that killed almost 70% of Burdwan and Hooghly’s population
Kalyani’s scientists discover mutant Indian COVID strain that transmits f...
Kudos Nidhan Biswas and Partha Majumder
Centre gives nod to Bengal student’s Virus Destroying Mask to prevent Cor...
Memari’s Digantika Basu does wonder with her invention
Caregiving in times of COVID-19. How stressful is it?
How are caregivers in Kolkata coping with the stress
Bengali scientist Chandra Dutta in Oxford’s COVID-19 vaccine team!
The vaccine has already gone for human trials
West Bengal starts ‘Pool Test’ to track asymptomatic COVID-19 patients
The test will help identify patients in low-risk zones
NIT Durgapur students build ‘Pranesh,’ an economic ventilator for COVID...
These ventilators can be a big relief if number of cases rise
Prof Ena Ray Banerjee says diverse gene pool of Indians can help fight COVI...
Prof Banerjee answers a plethora of questions on COVID-19
By Saheli Mitra
Modern day Dr Agnishwar! Doctor carries pregnant mom and delivers baby duri...
Meet Thakurpukur’s Dr Kaushik Roy Chowdhury
Dr Niladri Konar of London not just won over Corona, but dedicated his life...
Alumnus of SSKM, Dr Niladri Konar is an inspiration
Cab driver Md Saidul hands over Baruipur hospital he built to treat Corona ...
How a cab driver gave all his savings to fight against COVID-19
Mungpoo in Darjeeling might play a role to fight Corona
Cinchona plantations of Bengal as a game changer
Government now turns to Bengal Chemicals for COVID-19 drug Hydroxychloroqui...
Prafulla Chandra Roy’s company was earliest Hydroxychloroquinine manufacturer
Team including Bengali scientists to launch ‘Modified’ BCG vaccine to f...
The vaccine might go for human trial in 4 months
Miss England Bengali girl Bhasha Mukherjee dons her doctor cap amid Corona ...
She is a qualified respiratory specialist
Bengali scientists develop a coating to contain infectivity of Corona virus...
Led by Prof Jayanta Haldar, this can be a tool to fight the virus
Two Bengali scientists of CSIR device low cost rapid testing Corona kit!
Indigenous kit will help India identify cluster infections in just one hour
How did the students feel on the outbreak of Corona?
We saw faith and fiction and everything in between
New app helping city’s specially-abled children to cope with Corona menac...
How are children with special needs being educated?
On World Autism Day, here is story of a Kolkata café run only by autistic ...
Specially-abled kids run ‘Sip N Bite’
Quarantine centre at Ffort Raichak! Business tycoon Harsh Neotia gives his ...
Luxury resort near Kolkata to turn into quarantine facility
CM Mamata Banerjee thanks all ‘Corona Warriors’ through a touching note...
Let us all join the Chief Minister in showing gratitude
Kolkata Corporation uses disinfectant jet-spray to sanitize streets
The world is using these germ killers to sanitize streets
GB EXCLUSIVE: A Bengali scientist talks to GB from Italy
Stay home, stay safe- the only way to win this dreadful situation.
Calcutta Medical College taken over – to turn into Corona speciality one-...
Huge number of isolation beds will be available
CM Mamata Banerjee prepares rural Bengal in advance to fight Corona
What steps are being taken to create awareness?
CM Mamata Banerjee converts a whole stadium to Quarantine centre!
In record time to fight the Corona menace
Bengali scientist from IIT invent ‘Infection-Free’ fabric amid Corona s...
Kudos to Professor Samrat Mukhopadhyay
Will Swami Vivekananda’s Plague Epidemic manifesto help us fight Corona f...
Fighting the mental stress during times of epidemic
Bengali scientist Arinjay Banerjee part of Canadian team that makes Corona ...
Is a cure possible for the deadly virus?
How did the British tackle 1918 Flu Pandemic of Kolkata. Shall we do same w...
Pandemic that killed millions in India
Incredible tale of a Murshidabad girl who reigns Tokyo’s yoga world today...
On Women’s Day, GB brings the inspirational tale of Nupur Tewari
By Saheli Mitra
Kadambini Ganguly, first female doctor from Bengal who fought patriarchy
She was even ridiculed by media
The Bengal Store touches ‘body and soul’ with their chemical free perso...
Range of lab tested organic lotions from Bengal’s farms
By Saheli Mitra
Messiah of the poor – two doctors from Bengal get Padmashree Awards
Take a look at the two doctors from Bengal -‘One rupee doctor’ Sushovan Banerjee & Sunderban’s Arunodoy Mondal who get Padmashree Awards in 2020 who are the messiahs of the poor.
Nilratan Sircar – the doctor who was born poor and who died poor
One of the best doctors India had ever produced!