Hi, Latest happening in Medical Value Travel 9th August - 16th August.
India: Ayush Visa launched for foreign travellers to promote medical tourism
The Government Of India’s Ministry Of Home Affairs Has Announced The Creation Of The Ayush Visa Category For Foreign Nationals Seeking Treatment In India’s Traditional Medical Systems.The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified the creation of a new visa category, Ayush Visa, for foreign nationals, who are keen to visit the country for medical treatment including therapeutic care, wellness and yoga in India.
In order to boost Medical Tourism in the country, the centre has formulated a National Strategy and Roadmap for Medical and Wellness Tourism.In a written reply during a Lok Sabha session on Monday, the Union Ministry of Health said it
Egyptian travel restrictions dash Yemenis' dream of Medical Tourism
With its relatively cheap costs and ease of access, Egypt has long been the chosen medical destination for Yemenis. However, new regulations imposed by Egyptian authorities have threatened this status and and inflamed Yemeni injuries and conditions.
One of the leading trends in medical tourism is the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to contribute to the industry’s growth. AI has several benefits for the healthcare industry as a whole, including increasing access to lower-cost medical procedures and advancing the development of medical devices.
25 lakh Bangladeshis receive treatment in India every year
The number of people who go to India from Bangladesh to receive treatment has risen to 84 percent as the country is the first choice of Bangladeshis for treatment. Around 24,70,000 medical tourists go to India from Bangladesh
Q2. Which is the most common form of cancer in all humans.
Brain cancer
Leukemia
Skin cancer
Colon cancer
Answers to all these questions are given at the end of this email.
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Upcoming Days
🇬🇦 17th August - Gabon's Independence Day
Gabon's Independence Day is annually observed on August 17. This day commemorates the establishment of an independent nation when, after more than a century of French rule, Gabon declared its independence. As a reminder of this freedom, locals conduct celebrations, concerts, parades, and fireworks displays on this day
🇮🇩17th August - Indonesia: Independence Day
The Independence Day of Indonesia is a national holiday in Indonesia commemorating the anniversary of Indonesia's proclamation of independence on 17 August 1945. It was made a national holiday by government decree in 1946.
🇦🇫 19th August - Afghan Independence Day
The Independence Day is celebrated as a national holiday in Afghanistan on 19 August to commemorate the Anglo-Afghan Treaty of 1919 and relinquishment from British protectorate status. The treaty granted a complete neutral relation between Afghanistan and Britain.
🇮🇳 20th August - Onam
Onam is an annual Indian harvest festival celebrated predominantly by the Hindus of Kerala. A major annual event for Keralites, it is the official festival of the state and includes a spectrum of cultural events. Onam commemorates King Mahabali and Vamana.
Answers of the Quiz
Ans 1 : (b) There are more than 100 types of cancer.
There are more than 100 types of cancer. Any part of the body can be affected and symptoms depend on the type of cancer and which organs contain cancer cells. Treatment of cancers may include surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, or combinations of these treatments.
Ans 2 : (c) Skin cancer
The most common form of cancer overall in both men and women is skin cancer. Ultraviolet light, which is part of sunlight, is the main cause of skin cancers. There are three main types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma.
Skin sores that will not heal and changes in appearance of the skin in localized areas such as a new growth and/or skin color changes are common warning signs of skin cancer. Such changes in the appearance of the skin that last longer than a couple of weeks should be evaluated by your physician.
SimplifyMVT brings to you a weekly roundup of all the important happenings, news, and stories from the Medical Tourism Industry around the world. The Weekly MVT Capsule will simplify news for you to stay updated. In this edition, we cover news featuring from 9th August - 16th August.
