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How to find blood banks and check availability using e-RaktKosh
Emergency? Stop chasing WhatsApp forwards. Learn how to use the e-RaktKosh portal to find blood banks, check real-time stock, and verify government-approved rates.
How to apply for a disability certificate and UDID card under RPwD Act
Need a disability certificate for exams or schemes? Here is how to navigate the UDID portal and get your RPwD certificate without the bureaucratic headache.
How to use POSHAN Tracker to check Anganwadi data in your area
Want to know if children in your colony are getting proper nutrition? Use the POSHAN Tracker to monitor Anganwadi performance and nutrition stats in real-time.
How to choose between 108 and 102 ambulance services in India
Stuck in a medical emergency? Learn when to dial 108 versus 102, what services are free, and how to ensure the ambulance actually shows up when you need it most.
How to get free dialysis under PMNDP and find empanelled centres
Struggling with dialysis costs? Learn how to access free treatment under the Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Programme (PMNDP) at government and empanelled centres.
How to get cancer treatment subsidies under HMCPF and CM Relief Funds
Cancer treatment costs can crush a family's savings. Learn how to access the Health Minister's Cancer Patient Fund (HMCPF) and State CM Relief Funds for financial help.
How to set up a peer mental health support group in your college
Want to start a mental health support circle in your college? Here is how to navigate UGC guidelines and build a safe, peer-led space that actually works.
How to choose between PM-JAY and private health insurance for a family of four
Deciding between Ayushman Bharat and private health insurance? Compare coverage, eligibility, and costs for a family of four in India with this actionable 2026 guide.
How to access free prenatal checkups under PMSMA on the 9th
Learn how to get free, quality prenatal care on the 9th of every month under the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA) at government health centres.
How to use the Mental Healthcare Act 2017 for suicide prevention
Suicide is not a crime in India. Learn how Section 115 of the Mental Healthcare Act 2017 protects those in crisis and mandates government support instead of punishment.
What actually happens to your body during a hunger strike
From the first hunger pang to the real danger zone weeks in — the biology of prolonged fasting, the warning signs, and why breaking a long fast safely matters as much as the fast itself.
Can you refuse medical treatment in India? Your rights explained
A hospital wants to treat a conscious patient who says no. Can they go ahead anyway? Here's what informed consent, refusal, and the law actually say.
How to admit a family member involuntarily under Mental Healthcare Act 2017
Learn the legal process for supported admission (Section 89) when a family member refuses psychiatric help but is at risk of self-harm or violence.
How to find an Adolescent Friendly Health Clinic (AFHC) in your district
Need a doctor who won't judge your choices? Learn how to find and use Adolescent Friendly Health Clinics (AFHCs) under India's RKSK programme for judgment-free healthcare.
How to organize football celebrations in Kerala without legal trouble
Planning a World Cup screening or a 50-foot cutout? Learn how to navigate Kerala's laws on public safety, noise pollution, and flex banners to keep your celebration hype and legal.
How to check Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY eligibility and add your name
Need ₹5 lakh health cover? Learn how to check your family's PM-JAY eligibility, use the Ayushman app, and verify your details using a Ration Card or Aadhaar.
How to challenge a medical insurance claim denial via IRDAI
Hospital bills are high enough without insurance companies backing out. Here is how to use the IRDAI grievance process to fight a rejected medical claim.
How to access mental health support and your rights under the MHCA 2017
Feeling overwhelmed? You have a legal right to mental healthcare in India. Learn how to use the MHCA 2017, find free support, and protect your privacy today.
How to access government financial aid and social security schemes
Feeling like you need a miracle (or ₹10,000 crore) to survive a crisis? Here is how to navigate India’s actual social security net, from PM-JAY to the CM Relief Fund.
How to access mental healthcare under the Mental Healthcare Act 2017
Feeling unheard or overwhelmed? You have a legal right to mental healthcare in India. Learn how to use the Mental Healthcare Act 2017 to get help on your terms.
How to report blackmail of a minor under BNS and POCSO Act
Is someone blackmailing your minor son or brother? Learn how to use the BNS, IT Act, and POCSO to stop them and report it to Navi Mumbai police safely.
When a partner attempts suicide before marriage: Legal and crisis steps
A suicide attempt before a wedding is a crisis. Learn the legal protections under the Mental Healthcare Act 2017 and how to navigate marriage laws and police procedures.
Check Real-Time Medicine Stock on DVDMS/eAushadhi: A Patient Guide
Guide to check real-time medicine stock on DVDMS/eAushadhi portals, document shortages, and escalate for replenishment with prescriptions and evidence.
Investigate User Charges at Rogi Kalyan Samiti: A Patient’s Guide
Guide to verify and audit user charges at hospitals under Rogi Kalyan Samiti, obtain rate orders and financials via RTI, and escalate overcharging with evidence.