29 Nov 2024 • A recent report revealed a significant 41% increase in internet searches related to mental health in India during the first 10 months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.

This surge indicates a growing awareness and prioritization of mental wellbeing alongside physical health.

Overall healthcare-related searches rose by 23%, with notable growth in non-metropolitan cities, which saw a 25% increase in healthcare searches.

Cities like Kolkata, Mumbai, and Kozhikode showed strong growth in searches for psychologists, reflecting the rising demand for mental health services.

Additionally, searches for orthopaedic care and women’s healthcare also saw substantial increases.

Non-metropolitan cities, such as Chandigarh and Lucknow, displayed particularly strong growth in healthcare searches, outpacing metropolitan areas, suggesting a shift toward greater health consciousness in smaller urban centres.

This data highlights a broader transformation in India’s healthcare priorities.

Source: The Economic Times Read full story