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  • ‘Swasthya Bharat Samman’: A landmark healthcare conclave

    ‘Swasthya Bharat Samman’: A landmark healthcare conclave

    Mumbai: The second edition of ‘Swasthya Bharat Samman – Roadmap of Viksit Bharat 2047’ conclave, was organised by Bharat24 on 5 September 2024 at the Taj Mahal Hotel, Man Singh Road, New Delhi. This prominent event focused on outlining the future of India’s healthcare sector and paving the way towards a healthier and more developed nation by 2047.

    The conclave featured a keynote address by esteemed chief guest Government of India, union minister of health & family welfare and chemicals & fertilisers – Jagat Prakash Nadda. In his address, he emphasised India’s transformative journey in healthcare and technology sector. Guest of honor minister of state for health & family welfare and chemicals & fertilisers Anupriya Patel, engaged in a substantive discussion with Poornima Mishra, Senior Anchor of Bharat24.

    Adding depth to the discussions were former director of AIIMS Dr Randeep Guleria; Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences director and National Academy of Medical Sciences president Dr Shiv Kumar Sarin; and Indian Journal of Dental Research editor-in-chief Dr Anil Kohli. Their contribution highlighted the critical need for collaboration between patients and healthcare professionals and the respect owed to those working tirelessly in the medical field.

    CEO and editor-in-chief Dr Jagdeesh Chandra said, “Bharat24 is committed to advancing the Vision of New India by focusing on crucial healthcare issues. Conclaves like ‘Swasthya Bharat Samman 2024 – Roadmap to Viksit Bharat 2047’ exemplifies our dedication to addressing key health challenges and celebrating the contributions of leading healthcare professionals. We will continue to champion initiatives that drive progress and innovation in the healthcare sector.”

    Chief business officer and strategic advisor to the board Manoj Jagyasi said, “Following the remarkable success of our earlier events, the ‘Swasthya Bharat Samman 2024 – Roadmap to Viksit Bharat 2047’ has set a new benchmark in the media industry. With the participation of three Padma awardee doctors and the distinguished presence of Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda and Smt. Anupriya Patel, this event has truly elevated our platform. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our partners for their unwavering support and commitment to making this event a grand success.”

    The ‘Swasthya Bharat Samman’ conclave not only celebrated progress in healthcare but also outlined a strategic roadmap for a developed and healthy India by 2047, underscoring Bharat24’s role in advancing national healthcare goals.

  • News9 Plus unveils new docu-series ‘Poison in the Air.’

    News9 Plus unveils new docu-series ‘Poison in the Air.’

    Mumbai: News9 Plus, the world’s first news OTT platform, has unveiled a groundbreaking new series titled ‘Poison in the Air.’ The series features two episodes: ‘Air Apocalypse,’ shedding light on the alarming rise of lung cancer among non-smokers in India due to escalating air pollution levels, and ‘Breathless,’ a comprehensive exploration into the life-threatening consequences of deteriorating air quality in India.

    ‘Breathless’ opens with a chilling revelation about the frequency of breathing—an involuntary action we perform every five to six seconds, totalling 12 to 20 breaths per minute, approximately 23,000 breaths in a day. The narrative poses a haunting question: What if every breath you take poses a threat to your life?

    While ‘Air Apocalypse’ delves into the shocking findings of studies conducted by renowned institutions, such as Medanta Medicity, exposing the staggering increase in lung cancer cases among non-smokers, particularly in the pollution-ridden region of Delhi NCR.

    Both the episodes draw inspiration from real-life experiences of individuals like Neera Shrivastav, a Delhi homemaker who, despite not smoking or drinking, was diagnosed with lung cancer in June 2022. And Qazi Riaz Masood and Saadia Siddiqui, who share their struggles with the immediate health impacts of air pollution on themselves and their families.

    The series unveils the shocking revelation that pollution, particularly in Delhi NCR, is a leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, as attested by medical experts and studies conducted by institutions like Medanta Medicity.

    Medical experts, Institute of Internal Medicine chairman Dr. Randeep Guleria, and fellow at the Council on Energy, Environment & Water Karthik Ganesan, who feature in ‘Breathless’ provide invaluable insights into the alarming health hazards posed by air pollution. Dr. Guleria emphasizes the short-term and long-term effects on the respiratory system, heart, and other organs, while Ganesan sheds light on the complex factors contributing to Delhi’s severe air quality.

    In an eye-opening interview in the episode of ‘Air Apocalypse’, Medanta Institute of chest surgery, chest onco surgery, and Lung Transplantation chairman Dr Arvind Kumar, reveals a significant shift in the demographic profile of lung cancer patients. The age at which non-smokers are diagnosed with lung cancer has preponed by about a decade and a half, with a staggering increase in cases among those under 50, including individuals in their 30s and even late 20s. The series underscores the detrimental impact of air pollution on the human body, especially for women and young individuals who have never smoked.

    The series also features PSRI Institute of Pulmonology, chairman Dr. GC Khilnani, National Center for Atmospheric Research chairman Gufran Beig, Centre for Science and Environment executive director Anumita Roy Choudhary.

    ‘Poison in the Air’ featuring both the episodes was also broadcasted on News9 Live, the 24×7 live streaming platform that is an integral part of the News9 Mediaverse.

    Watch ‘Poison in the Air’ on News9 Plus

    Air Apocalypse

    Breathless