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    Tetanus Or Lockjaw: This Is How Tetanus Bacteria Get Into Your Body

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    Tetanus, commonly known as lockjaw, is a bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani, and affects the nervous system. It is a serious disease that can cause muscle contractions, particularly the muscles of the jaw and neck, and even death in severe cases. You can prevent tetanus but if you’re infected, there’s no cure. Available treatments […] More

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    1 doctor Terminated, another Suspended for Unethical Activities, black marketing of medicines in UP

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    Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Government recently terminated the service of a government doctor and suspended another for allegedly being involved in “unethical activities” including black marketing of medicines. Confirming this development, he Deputy Chief Minister of the State, Brajesh Pathak on Friday warned of stringent actions against those who work against the rules, adds ANI. The […] More

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    AIIMS Raipur Student Loses MD Emergency Medicine Seat after Accident, Doctors urge authorities to reconsider decision

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    Raipur: Doctors are upset with the decision of AIIMS Raipur administration cancelling the Postgraduate medical admission of a doctor after he became disabled due to an accident. Writing to the authorities, the Resident Doctors’ Association (RDA) of AIIMS Bhopal, where the doctor pursued his MBBS, have urged to consider the case sympathetically and offer him some […] More

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    Fortis Healthcare to buy Gurugram based Medeor Hospital for Rs 225 crore

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    Fortis Healthcare Limited (”Company”), has announced that it has signed definitive agreements with the VPS Group for the acquisition of its Medeor Hospital in Manesar, Gurugram, Haryana, (“Medeor Hospital”) for an overall purchase consideration of INR 225 Crore. The hospital has a potential bed capacity of 350 beds and can be operationalized in a phased […] More

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    No doctor does negligence knowingly: NCDRC refuses patient’s kin plea to enhance compensation

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    New Delhi: The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) has rejected a revision petition seeking to enhance the quantum of compensation pronounced by the U.P State Commission in a case, wherein, the District Forum held a doctor guilty in treating a patient suffering from pleural effusion of left lung, who eventually died. Stressing on the State […] More

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    More than 1.47 lakh candidates from Tamil Nadu register for NEET 2023

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    Tamil Nadu: NEET UG 2023 registrations just got over. The last date to register was 15.4.2023. This year, there has been an increasing number of registrations by candidates from Tamil Nadu. NEET UG is a centralized test for admission to medical and dental undergraduate courses by National Testing Agency (NTA). The Director of Medical Education […] More

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    New moms, here’s what to do when babies choke on food

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    As a mother, one of the most frightening experiences is seeing a baby choke on their food. It can happen so quickly, and if not handled properly, it can turn life-threatening. That is why it is essential to know the basics of first aid so that you can protect your baby from the repercussions of […] More

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    Health Bulletin 22/April/2023

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    Here are the top health stories for the day: Bihar fixes MBBS fee for 5 private medical colleges, details The health department in Bihar has fixed the fee structure for MBBS courses at 5 private medical colleges for 2021-2026. The fee structure, which includes tuition fee and development charges, ranges between Rs 7.98 lakh and […] More

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    Health Equity: Addressing Health Disparities And Inequalities Requires A Multifaceted Strategy

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    Health equity is not just a buzzword; it is a fundamental and necessary right of all humans that should be accessible to all individuals, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. Unfortunately, health disparities and inequalities continue to exist in many communities worldwide, leaving many individuals with inadequate access to healthcare and poorer health outcomes. […] More

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    Study: drug may delay earliest symptoms of multiple sclerosis

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    MS is a disease in which the body’s immune system attacks myelin, the fatty white substance that insulates and protects the nerves. Symptoms of MS may include fatigue, numbness, tingling or difficulty walking. A drug called teriflunomide may delay first symptoms for people whose magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans show signs of multiple sclerosis (MS) […] More

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