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NHM Strike: Kashmir hospitals told to reshuffle staff, protect essential services
Kashmir health authorities have directed hospitals to reshuffle regular staff and duty rosters to maintain essential services amid the continuing NHM strike.
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Patients seek female staff for ECG tests at Pampore hospital
Patients at Sub-District Hospital Pampore urge Health Minister Sakeena Itoo to provide female staff for ECG tests on women, citing privacy and comfort.
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NHM strike enters fourth day in J&K as SKUAST-K veterinary interns intensify protest
NHM employees remain on strike across J&K, while SKUAST-K veterinary interns seek a stipend hike from ₹6,000 to ₹23,000 and written government assurance.
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People seek OPD services at AIIMS Awantipora as deadline passes
AIIMS Awantipora missed its August 2026 OPD deadline, prompting Kashmir residents to seek immediate services and a clear operationalisation timeline.
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J&K Govt raises cancer patient assistance income limit to ₹4 lakh
J&K has revised its cancer patient financial assistance scheme, raising the income eligibility limit to ₹4 lakh and allowing recurring support up to three times.
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J&K medical interns continue indefinite strike for third day over stipend hike
MBBS and BDS interns in J&K continued their indefinite strike for a third day, demanding a hike in the monthly stipend from ₹12,000 to ₹30,000.
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District Hospital Shopian’s oxygen plant non-functional for over two months
District Hospital Shopian's central oxygen system has been non-functional for over two months, forcing reliance on cylinders; officials say repairs are underway.
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Why Mental Health Apps Encourage Those Who Feel “I Have No One to Talk To” to Reach Out
In a world where many feel isolated, mental health apps are emerging as a beacon of hope for those who think "I Have No One To Talk To."
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