Supriya Ramesh

Senior Content Editor @NewIndianXpress | Alum: @acjindia | Previously: @TimesNetwork, @ians_india, @TheDailyPioneer

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Will the cough syrup crackdown push rural India towards Ayurvedic remedies?

India has removed the Schedule K exemption for cough and cold syrups. Products previously available with fewer restrictions in rural areas will now require prescriptions and purchase through licensed pharmacies.

Aimed at halting contamination and misuse, experts predict this will heavily boost demand for Ayurvedic and AYUSH remedies.

@supriyaR_ #PharmaNews #HealthPolicy #CoughSyrupBan #India #MedicalUpdate #HealthMinistry @moayush #DrugRegulation #CoughSyrup @MoHFW_INDIA @ICMRDELHI

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@theliverdoc For some reason, Instagram is bombarding my feed with his reels. I was watching all his reels on soaps, shampoos, etc, until the alcohol reel showed up. That's when I realized this man is high on something else.

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🇮🇳A major breakthrough in women's healthcare.

A Goa-made HPV test has become the first Indian-made #cervicalcancer screening test to meet international scientific benchmarks, according to a study published in the International Journal of Cancer.

Developed on the Truenat platform, the test was found to perform on par with globally established HPV screening methods in a study led by @aiims_newdelhi and @ICMRDELHI institutes, in collaboration with the @WHO's cancer research agency.

Affordable, battery-operated and designed for use even in low-resource settings, the innovation could significantly expand access to cervical cancer screening for millions of women, particularly in rural India.

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A new drug called daraxonrasib is showing remarkable results against advanced pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest cancers worldwide.

In a Phase 3 trial involving 500 patients across North America, Europe and Asia, the pill nearly doubled survival time compared to standard chemotherapy.

Researchers say the drug targets the KRAS mutation found in more than 90% of pancreatic cancers and could mark a major breakthrough in cancer treatment.

The FDA has already placed daraxonrasib on a fast-track approval pathway.

@supriyaR_ #PancreaticCancer #Cancer #Daraxonrasib #KRAS #CancerTreatment #Oncology

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A new experimental gene-editing therapy called VERVE-102 is raising hopes that high cholesterol could someday be treated with a single dose instead of lifelong medicines.

In an early-stage clinical trial, the treatment reduced “bad” LDL cholesterol by up to 62% in some patients with inherited high cholesterol and early heart disease.

Researchers say the therapy works by targeting the PCSK9 gene linked to cholesterol regulation. However, experts caution that the treatment is still experimental, and larger long-term studies are needed before it becomes publicly available.

@supriyaR_ @EliLillyandCo @American_Heart @WHO #genetherapy #cholesterol #heartdisease #ldlcholesterol #hearthealth #geneediting #healthcare #VERVE102 #cardiology #healthnews #sciencenews #biotechnology #preventivehealth

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No more beauty injections?

India's drug regulator #DCGI tightens rules, clarifying that cosmetic products in the form of injectables are NOT permitted under the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940.

The advisory warns consumers, beauty clinics, aesthetic professionals, manufacturers, and importers against using or promoting injectable cosmetic products.

Watch the full video to see how this impacts clinics, brands, and consumers. 🎥👇

@supriyaR_ #DCGI #CosmeticDermatology #Healthcare #India #cosmeticinjections @dgci

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THIS IS PEAK WHATABOUTERY 🔥

REPORTER: Why should Norway trust India when fundamental rights are being violated?

MEA: We have Gandhi, ancient civilisation, and a Constitution that guarantees fundamental rights.

REPORTER 🎯: Exactly. I know India has fundamental rights. That is why I asked about violations.

MEA: If rights are violated, people can go to court. 😐

REPORTER: That’s the point. Why are people forced to go to court for basic rights?

MEA: It’s my press conference. I will decide.

REPORTER: When will PM take free questions from the press?

MEA: Next question.

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#WATCH | Delhi | The Rouse Avenue court granted seven days' custody of the five accused arrested in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case earlier today.

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At least 14 children reportedly fell sick after consuming ‘matka’ ice cream in Kotda Buzurg village of #MadhyaPradesh’s #Mandsaur district.

Families said the children began vomiting and feeling nauseous shortly after eating the #icecream.

Health officials suspect possible contamination in the ingredients and have launched an investigation. Food inspectors have been asked to collect samples while authorities probe the vendor and source of contamination.

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01.01.26?

[CMOTamilNadu @CMOTamilnadu]

அரசு அலுவலர்கள் மற்றும் ஆசிரியர்களுக்கு 58சதவீதமாக உள்ள அகவிலைப்படி 01.01.2026 முதல் 60 சதவீதமாக உயர்த்தி வழங்கப்படும் என மாண்புமிகு தமிழ்நாடு முதலமைச்சர்
திரு. ச. ஜோசப் விஜய் அவர்கள் அறிவிப்பு
#CMJosephVijay‌

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Millions of tapentadol tablets from India are helping drive a deadly opioid epidemic ravaging the region, with officials and researchers telling AFP that they are also being added to the "zombie drug" kush.

The cheap pills are so strong that no regulatory authority in the world has approved them

AFP INVESTIGATION : https://t.co/QSDdkHCLr6

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A cockroach was found in the dal served today at the Doctors’ Hostel Mess of #RMLHospital, Delhi. Even the salad had flies, while the complaint was met with a casual “ham kya hi kar sakte hai.” This is a serious food safety issue. Requesting authorities to urgently review hygiene, pest control and mess accountability. Photos attached. @RMLHDelhi @MoHFW_INDIA @JPNadda #health #doctors #hygiene #food #mess

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AIIMS Delhi doctors successfully performed a simultaneous kidney-pancreas transplant on a
35-year-old Type 1 diabetes patient from Haryana.

Doctor said that the surgery not only removes the need for dialysis but can also reverse diabetes-related complications and protect the transplanted kidney. He explains how the complex procedure gave the patient a new lease of life.

@JPNadda @PMOIndia @aiims_newdelhi #aiims #aiimsdelhi #kidneytransplant #organtransplant #type1diabetes #dialysis #healthcare #kidneyfailure #healthnews

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ChatGPT’s new “Trusted Contact” feature is sparking debate across the mental health world.

The optional safety tool can alert someone you trust if AI systems detect possible suicide or severe self-harm risk during conversations.

Is this a breakthrough in suicide prevention or a privacy concern?

Here’s how the feature works and why experts are divided.

@supriyaR_ #internationaltechnologyday #ai #suicideprevention #digitalhealth #healthcare #artificialintelligence #mentalhealth #ChatGPT

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A major women’s health condition affecting millions worldwide has officially been renamed.

PCOS, or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, is now called PMOS — Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome.

Experts say the old name was misleading because women with the condition do not actually have ovarian cysts, but “arrested follicles” caused by hormonal imbalance.

Doctors say the new name better reflects the disorder’s impact on hormones, metabolism, mental health, fertility, and long-term health risks.

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@WHO @TheLancet @NHPINDIA @JPNadda @ICMRDELHI @NHPINDIA #pcos #pmos #womenshealth #healthnews #ECE2026

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In just 4 months of 2026, #TamilNadu has recorded 2.63 lakh dog bite cases and 17 deaths from rabies, a substantial share of last year’s 6.25 lakh bites and half of last year’s 34 deaths, reports @serenasundar

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Stress, anxiety, and depression are often confused, but they’re not the same. This video breaks down the key differences in simple, everyday language so you can better understand what you’re feeling.

Learn how stress is linked to situations, why anxiety lingers, and how depression goes deeper and lasts longer.

A clear, relatable guide to help you recognize the signs and take the first step toward better mental health.

@supriyaR_ #mentalhealth #stressrelief #anxiety #depression #mentalhealthawareness #mindmatters
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Confused between chia and sabja seeds?

While they may look similar, they serve different purposes. This quick guide breaks down their key differences, benefits, and when to choose each, whether you need sustained energy or a cooling digestive boost.

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#chiaseeds​ #sabjaseeds​ #healthyeating​ #nutritionindia​ #superfoods​ #wellness​ #fitnessindia​ #healthtips​ #cleaneating​ #diettips

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Did you know your first hour after waking up can shape your entire day? Dr Sudhir Kumar explains how aligning your morning routine with your body’s natural rhythms can boost focus, mood, and energy. From sunlight and hydration to avoiding caffeine and phone scrolling, here are 7 science-backed habits to set your brain up for a productive day.

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Most people assume every ICU guarantees top-level care, but that hasn’t always been true.

Now, the Supreme Court of India has introduced minimum ICU standards, covering everything from equipment to staffing. This isn’t just policy, it’s about your rights as a patient.

Here is what these new rules mean, what to look for in an ICU, and how they empower families to demand transparency and better care in emergencies.

#SupremeCourt #ICU #MedicalGuidelines #HealthcareIndia @MoHFW_INDIA @supriyaR_