Archive · 13 Sep 2026
Telangana Health Director Urges Early Care at Healthcare Awards
Telangana’s Director of Public Health, Dr Ravinder Nayak, told people to take their health seriously.
He advised them not to ignore unusual symptoms or changes in their bodies.
He said people should seek medical advice quickly when something seems abnormal.
Finding and treating illnesses early can help prevent bigger problems.
The advice was given at the hmtv Healthcare Awards-2026 ceremony.
The event also celebrated doctors and hospitals for their work in many medical specialties.
Dr Taduri Gangadhar said many countries need more trained healthcare workers.
He said India could help train and provide professionals such as dialysis technicians.
The ceremony also discussed healthcare developments and challenges.
Telangana Director of Public Health Dr Ravinder Nayak urged people to prioritize health and seek medical advice for unusual symptoms.
He said early diagnosis and treatment can prevent complications and improve health outcomes.
Dr Taduri Gangadhar said India could help address global shortages of trained healthcare professionals, including dialysis technicians.
The hmtv Healthcare Awards-2026 recognised medical professionals and hospitals across several specialised healthcare fields.
Awards were presented in areas including neurology, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, robotic surgery, oncology, ophthalmology and healthcare services.
- Who
- Dr Ravinder Nayak, Dr Taduri Gangadhar, healthcare professionals, hospitals and award recipients.
- What
- The hmtv Healthcare Awards-2026 recognised medical professionals and included calls for early medical care and expanded healthcare training.
- When
- At the hmtv Healthcare Awards-2026 ceremony; the exact date was not stated.
- Where
- Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
- Why
- To encourage preventive healthcare, recognise medical achievements and discuss opportunities to meet global demand for trained healthcare professionals.
- Event
- hmtv Healthcare Awards-2026
- Public health advice
- People were urged to prioritise health, report unusual symptoms and seek prompt medical advice.
- Early intervention
- Dr Ravinder Nayak said early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent complications and improve outcomes.
- Healthcare workforce
- Dr Taduri Gangadhar said several countries face shortages of dialysis technicians and other healthcare professionals.
- India’s potential role
- India could help train and provide healthcare professionals under initiatives including “Heal in India” and “Heal by India.”
- Award fields
- Recognised fields included neurosurgery, neurology, orthopaedics, robotic joint replacement, oncology, ophthalmology and healthcare services.
- Rural hospital award
- Pasha Hospital received the Rural Hospital of the Year – Eturnagaram award.