Its revenue rose 29.2% to 12.84 billion rupees in April-June quarter, which managed to offset a 29% rise in expenses. BENGALURU (Reuters) – India’s MedPlus Health Services reported a 18.3% rise in first-quarter profit on Monday as increased presence of the pharmacy helped drive its retail sales. The company’s consolidated net profit rose… Continue reading MedPlus Health reports 18% rise in Apr-June qtr profit on retail demand
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Bella Hadid opens up about her health struggles and Lyme disease
Bella Hadid has opened up about a multitude of health issues, including Lyme disease, that she has been battling for more than half of her life. On Sunday, the 26-year-old fashion model shared an Instagram post that included photos of medical records and a statement reflecting on her experiences with chronic illness. “The little me… Continue reading Bella Hadid opens up about her health struggles and Lyme disease
Health ministry working on menstrual policy to ensure safe products
The Union Health Ministry is working on formulating a national menstrual hygiene policy that seeks to ensure access to safe and hygienic menstrual products, improve sanitation facilities, address social taboos and foster a supportive environment. Through these measures, the policy strives to break barriers, eliminate stigma and create a society where menstrual hygiene… Continue reading Health ministry working on menstrual policy to ensure safe products
Why L.A. County is resisting Newsom’s mental health proposal
It was a ballot initiative born out of a lack of hope from advocates that Sacramento would ever fund the public mental health system. Proposition 63, passed by voters in 2004, created California’s “millionaires’ tax,” a 1% income tax on the state’s wealthiest, sent directly into the county coffers to spend on their mental health… Continue reading Why L.A. County is resisting Newsom’s mental health proposal
India, UK launch health care alliance in a bid boost bilateral ties
United Kingdom’s top National Health Service (NHS) delegation visited India on Friday to launch the India-UK healthcare alliance. The initiative is aimed at promoting excellence in the healthcare sector, providing a platform for healthcare institutions in two countries and creating synergetic partnerships aimed at improving health outcomes. A high-powered delegation from the UK’s… Continue reading India, UK launch health care alliance in a bid boost bilateral ties
Former NBA player sentenced to 10 years in prison for defrauding league’s health benefit plan
The United States Attorney’s Office announced Thursday that former NBA player Terrence Williams has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for defrauding the league’s health and welfare benefit plan out of more than $5 million. Williams has been incarcerated in Brooklyn since the spring of 2022 after he threatened witnesses in his case. Williams,… Continue reading Former NBA player sentenced to 10 years in prison for defrauding league’s health benefit plan
Desperate families turn to mental health interventionists
Sherry Hill had lost track of her daughter, which wasn’t a surprise. She lived on the street and was so caught up in cycles of mental illness and addiction that she didn’t care that she could have a better life. The younger woman’s father had died two years ago and left her with more than… Continue reading Desperate families turn to mental health interventionists
CVS Health Corp to cut 5,000 jobs amid shift away from retail focus
By Fiona Rutherford CVS Health Corp. will cut 5,000 positions from its workforce to help reduce costs as the drugstore chain focuses on broadening from its retail roots into more health-care offerings. None of the job losses will impact customer-facing positions in stores, pharmacies, clinics or customer services centers, a spokesman… Continue reading CVS Health Corp to cut 5,000 jobs amid shift away from retail focus
L.A. County gave up on a mental health program — and is handing back millions in grants
It seemed like any other night. Silverio Lujan’s teenage daughter was distant and listless. Then, before he knew it, she had a fistful of pills and a knife in her hand and threatened to end her life. Panic-stricken, he dialed 911. After an evaluation, an intensive-care team from a local nonprofit quickly intervened with Lujan,… Continue reading L.A. County gave up on a mental health program — and is handing back millions in grants
Michael Beasley advocates for mental health, commends two All-Stars for speaking up
Michael Beasley was a McDonald’s All-American, a highly touted college recruit and the No. 2 pick of the 2008 NBA Draft. Now, four years removed from his last game in the league, Beasley has become an advocate for mental health in hopes of helping athletes who come after him. Michael Beasley, #8 of the New… Continue reading Michael Beasley advocates for mental health, commends two All-Stars for speaking up