Rhythma Kaul works as an assistant editor at Hindustan Times. She covers health and related topics, including ministry of health and family welfare, government of India.
Articles by Rhythma Kaul
PM2.5 exposure leads to 1.5 million deaths in India every year
Fine particulate matter, a common measure of air pollution, refers to particles in the air that are 2.5 microns or less in diameter
Updated on Dec 12, 2024 11:31 AM IST
Health Talk: Why Sidhu's diet plan for wife with cancer garnered criticism
It is not too much to ask a celebrity to make statements responsibly especially when it directly concerns human lives
Published on Dec 10, 2024 03:46 PM IST
Govt to intensify efforts to eliminate tuberculosis by 2025
Nearly 8.2 million people were newly diagnosed with TB in 2023, of which 26% (or nearly 2.1 million) cases were reported from India, according to WHO’s Global Tuberculosis Report 2024
Updated on Dec 07, 2024 07:22 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Central expert panel to look into J&J implant compensations
The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI), Rajiv Singh Raghuvanshi, on Monday issued a formal notice conveying the reconstitution of the committee.
Updated on Dec 06, 2024 06:26 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Japanese encephalitis patient ‘isolated’ case, no fear of outbreak in Delhi
The 72-year-old patient in question was admitted to AIIMS Delhi on November 3 and discharged on November 15.
Updated on Nov 29, 2024 04:56 AM IST
HT Explainer: Japanese Encephalitis
It is a zoonotic viral disease caused by the Japanese Encephalitis virus transmitted from animals, pigs, and birds, particularly the ones belonging to the family Ardeidae to humans
Published on Nov 28, 2024 04:14 PM IST
Landscape fires account for 2.5 mn deaths from air pollution in India: Lancet
Between October and December, India’s northern plains are choked by air pollution arising from cool temperature, vehicular emissions and burning of farm stubble
Updated on Nov 28, 2024 09:37 AM IST
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HIV infections fall 22%, HIV-related deaths 40% globally: Study
The global decline in HIV incidence is largely driven by sub-Saharan Africa, where the likelihood of getting the virus over a lifetime has fallen by 60% since its peak in 1995
Published on Nov 25, 2024 10:53 PM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Delay in clearing imports hits India’s medical industry
Prolonged delays in clearing imports of essential components has resulted in disruptions in the manufacture of medical devices
Updated on Nov 24, 2024 06:40 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
‘Kids’ population to drop by 106mn in 25 years in India
Unicef's 2024 report predicts a stable global child population of 2.3 billion by 2050, with India facing significant climate risks despite a decline in numbers.
Updated on Nov 21, 2024 05:46 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
FSSAI sets target to train 2.5 million food handlers by 2026
As part of the training, the country’s top food safety regulator will train people in university, college and hostel canteens to ensure availability of hygienically handled, safe food to people.
Updated on Nov 18, 2024 06:56 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Indians account for quarter of world’s adult diabetes patients: Lancet study
About a quarter of the 828 million adults globally living with diabetes — either type 1 or 2 — are in India, a paper published in The Lancet said on Wednesday.
Updated on Nov 14, 2024 05:02 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
How eliminating polio has been one of the major successes of India's UIP
The role of vaccines in preventing severe disease or death has been well-established scientifically
Published on Nov 12, 2024 08:00 AM IST
Patient health body opposes move to bar generic SMA drug
Roche's bid to block a generic SMA drug risks public health by limiting affordable access, say patient groups, highlighting high costs and patent issues.
Updated on Nov 06, 2024 07:34 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Scientists able to predict neonatal sepsis before symptoms show
The study— Predictive gene expression signature diagnoses neonatal sepsis before clinical presentation— in eBiomedicine could help health care workers diagnose critically ill babies earlier and more effectively.
Updated on Nov 05, 2024 06:02 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Health Talk | How controlling salt intake can help Indians live longer
With India consuming twice the WHO’s recommended sodium levels, a recent study reveals the significant health risks and economic impacts
Published on Nov 04, 2024 08:00 AM IST
Up funds for new global health plan, WHO nations told
WHO seeks increased funding from member states for a new global health strategy, aiming to save 40 million lives. G20 summit to boost pledges.
Updated on Nov 04, 2024 01:16 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Climate crisis posing grave health, survival threats: Report
In 2023, people were exposed to, on an average, an unprecedented 50 more days of health-threatening temperatures than expected without the climate crisis.
Published on Oct 30, 2024 08:46 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
PM Modi launches health cover plan for citizens aged 70+
PM Modi expanded health coverage for seniors 70+ under Ayushman Bharat, criticizing Delhi and West Bengal for not implementing the scheme.
Updated on Oct 30, 2024 03:00 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Doctors welcome top court’s order on medical negligence
The landmark judgment, which medical professionals say could help curtail spurious negligence complaints, stressed that complications—even unforeseen ones—do not automatically indicate professional misconduct.
Updated on Oct 29, 2024 08:08 AM IST
Rhythma Kaul, New Delhi
Health Talk | Early-onset type 2 diabetes linked to higher mortality risk
A study reveals that individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes before age 40 face a nearly fourfold higher risk of death compared to the general population
Published on Oct 28, 2024 08:00 AM IST
India open to global bid to avoid animal trials for new drugs
A central government official, who asked not to be named, said there are now global conversations around tweaking this approach
Updated on Oct 28, 2024 04:54 AM IST
PM Modi to launch scheme for the elderly on Oct 29
The centre will fund 60% of the scheme. States can expand the scheme or modify it to include other age groups, and some states have already done so, bearing the cost for additional beneficiaries.
Updated on Oct 24, 2024 06:46 AM IST
Dust in Delhi air can worsen lung diseases: Experts
The damage starts with inflammation of the airway, and the finer the particulate matter, the deeper it penetrates
Updated on Oct 22, 2024 05:46 AM IST
Health Talk | Need for quick vaccine development to save lives
India was among the select countries, which developed an anti-Covid vaccine under 12 months after the start of the pandemic.
Published on Oct 21, 2024 08:00 AM IST
The crucial role of vaccine coverage in tackling antimicrobial resistance
A comprehensive, people-centred approach applied across health systems is needed to prevent, diagnose and treat infections.
Published on Oct 15, 2024 08:00 AM IST
Why eliminating tobacco smoking should be on the agenda of governments
A new analysis on tobacco use provides in-depth forecasts of the health burden for 204 countries, categorised by age and sex, from 2022 until 2050.
Published on Oct 07, 2024 05:42 PM IST
Biomanufacturing in India: Pioneering sustainable solutions for the future
In years to come, biomanufacturing will be the key to sustainable living, and will have a significant role to play in the health care sector.
Published on Sep 30, 2024 07:00 AM IST
India reports first mpox case of clade 1b from Kerala’s Malappuram district
The Clade 1b strain has been detected in a 38-year-old man from Malappuram district of Kerala, who recently returned from the United Arab Emirates
Published on Sep 23, 2024 07:01 PM IST
Why governments need to strengthen policies to promote healthy diets
While choices are important, what is also crucial is strong regulatory frameworks to create healthier food environments at home, school, and digital spaces
Published on Sep 23, 2024 08:00 AM IST