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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 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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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...

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How Seasonal Flu Symptoms Are Changing in 2026—and What It Means for You

Seasonal influenza, commonly known as the flu, affects millions of people worldwide every year, and 2026 has already shown changes in how the...

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Silent Heart Disease in Women: Symptoms That Are Often Missed

Heart disease is often perceived as a condition that primarily affects men, but it is the leading cause of death among women globally....

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Nipah Virus Infection in India 2026: WHO Updates, Symptoms, Risks, and Safety Measures

On 26 January 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) was notified by India’s National IHR Focal Point of two confirmed cases of Nipah...

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AI in Healthcare: How Technology Is Changing Diagnosis and Treatment

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare, reshaping how diseases are detected, diagnosed, and treated. From analysing medical images to predicting disease risk...

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Union Budget 2026 Expectations: Why Preventive Healthcare Could Save India Billions – Experts Explain

India’s healthcare system has long been focused on treating illness rather than preventing it. While advances in medical technology and hospital care have...