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Swapna Karmakar is an experienced Health Journalist and the Editorial Lead at Healthwire Media. She has a background in investigative reporting and a deep interest in community health and regulatory updates within the medical sector. Swapna focuses on bridging the gap between healthcare providers and patients by crafting narratives that simplify medical terminology without losing clinical depth. Her research process involves analyzing peer-reviewed journals and official regulatory notifications from bodies like the National Medical Commission (NMC) to provide timely news to both healthcare professionals and the general public. Swapna’s work is characterized by a commitment to transparency and evidence-based reporting. Outside of health reporting, she is an avid traveler and explorer of cultural landscapes. 

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Union Budget 2026 Health Highlights: Key Changes in Costs and Benefits

As the Union Budget 2026 rolls out, it brings a mix of relief and recalibration for healthcare across India. From medicines to medical...

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Silent Vitamin Deficiencies in Urban India: Why Young Adults Are Falling Sick Despite “Healthy” Diets

Urban India is witnessing a puzzling health phenomenon: young adults, who appear to eat balanced diets and lead active lives, are increasingly falling...

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EXCLUSIVE: Medical Tourism and Mental Health Take Center Stage in Budget 2026

The Union Budget 2026 has placed healthcare front and center, with a special focus on medical tourism and mental health, signaling a push...

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Union Budget 2026: Key Takeaways for India’s Healthcare Sector

Union Budget 2026 Highlights: The Union Budget 2026, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has placed healthcare firmly in focus amid rising disease...

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Budget 2026 Highlights: FM Nirmala Sitharaman Exempts 17 Cancer Drugs, 7 Rare Disease Medicines from Customs Duty

In a significant move aimed at making healthcare more affordable, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in the Union Budget 2026 that 17 cancer...

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Union Budget 2026 LIVE: What Does the Healthcare Sector Seek?

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026, the healthcare sector is closely tracking the announcements, hoping for decisive reforms that...

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EXPLAINED: What Your Health Insurance Won’t Pay For In Cervical Cancer Care

Cervical cancer remains one of the most common cancers among women in India. Early detection and timely treatment can save lives, but the...

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Why Indians Are Getting Diabetes Younger: Early Signs, Causes, and Prevention

Diabetes has long been considered a disease of middle-aged or older adults. However, in India, it is increasingly affecting people in their 20s...