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Over 6,300 seats added in health education since 2019: JK Govt

Jammu: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has said that more than 6,300 seats have been added in the Health and Medical Education...

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JK begins process to fill over 2,400 health vacancies amid rural staff shortage

Jammu: Acknowledging an acute shortage of doctors and paramedical staff in rural and remote areas, the Jammu and Kashmir administration on Thursday...

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World Cancer Day: Breast cancer cases continue to climb in JK, reveals data

Srinagar: As the world observes World Cancer Day, data from Jammu and Kashmir indicate a consistent upward trend in cancer cases among...

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3,000 dialysis sessions conducted at DH Bandipora so far this year

Bandipora: The dialysis unit at District Hospital Bandipora has completed over 3,000 dialysis sessions in the past year, providing free, life-saving treatment...

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Dry spell, dipping temperatures trigger rise in cold-related illnesses across Kashmir

Hospitals report over 10% patient load linked to flu-like symptoms; experts warn of further spike if the same weather continues Srinagar: As...

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JK pushes for stronger HIV services, targets to end aids by 2030

Jammu: Secretary Health & Medical Education, Dr Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, on Monday presided over the Union Territory-level function held to mark...

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Respiratory infections, hypothermia cases rise as cold wave deepens across valley

Srinagar: Hospitals across Kashmir have reported a noticeable rise in cold-related illnesses as the Valley reels under one of the coldest Novembers...

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PCOS, PCOD among major causes of infertility in Kashmir, say doctors

‘Late marriages, obesity, lifestyle shift, lack of contraception awareness, adding to the crisis’ Srinagar: With fertility rates witnessing a steady decline in...

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