Pune, November 27: In a shocking incident, a 73-year-old man was found to have a "forgotten" stent left inside his body for two years, causing severe health complications. The stent was originally placed during an Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedure in 2022 at a government hospital. Despite being instructed to return for its removal, the patient failed to follow up, lea
US health officials have introduced a groundbreaking rule enabling kidney and liver transplants from HIV-positive donors to HIV-positive recipients outside of research settings. This historic decision is set to broaden the pool of available organs, thus benefiting patients irrespective of their HIV status. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra emphasized that the rule effectively eli
BENGALURU: Counselling for medical and dental seats in the state has ended on a high note, with all MBBS and BDS seats - which are counselled by Karnataka Examinations Authority - have been filled this year. In the past five years, this is the first time all BDS seats are filled. In the stray-vacancy round on Sunday for pending seats, four MBBS seats and 32 BDS seats were filled. Some 2,650 BDS s
aipur, Nov 25 ( IANS) Jaipur District Collector Jitendra Kumar Soni on Monday instructed the departmental officials to make every possible effort with mutual cooperation and coordination to make the district beggar-free. He directed to ensure effective rehabilitation of people involved in beggary so that such persons leave begging and start a respectable life on the basis of their skills and hard
DIY Body Butters: Harsh cold, and chilly winds are here for some months but can do irreparable damage to your skin. While regular moisturizers do provide comfort and nourishment for small hours, they are just not enough in cold and dry weather. Body butter then comes as your savior as their thick consistency, natural oils, and long-lasting wearability protect your skin from dryness and flaky skin
New Delhi, Nov 26: The popular glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists known to help in weight loss as well as manage blood sugar can also protect the kidneys, regardless of diabetes status, finds a study led by an Indian-origin researcher. Originally developed to treat diabetes, GLP-1 receptor agonists have significant benefits in people with and without diabetes, according to the st
New Delhi: Biologic therapies are revolutionising severe asthma management, showcasing potential for remission, but cost and equitable access are the major barriers, according to a report on Tuesday. Biologic therapy, also known as immunotherapy, is a type of treatment that uses substances derived from living organisms to treat disease. The report by GlobalData, a data and analytics company,
However, thanks to today's advancements in radiation therapy technology and the astute guidance of the neurosurgeon from Fortis Hospital in Gurugram, the young man was treated and back home within days. This marked the first time in Asia that so many lesions were treated in a single session.Cancer has become a ubiquitous health condition worldwide due to diverse causes. According to the National C
Advocacy group urges swift implementation of procurement process to benefit patients Cure SMA Foundation of India, a parent-led patient advocacy organisation for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), has commended recent steps taken by the Government of India, the judiciary, and healthcare stakeholders to address rare diseases. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Delhi High Court have al
Foracort is used to treat asthma and other respiratory diseases The severe air pollution in northern India caused a rise in the demand for respiratory drugs, with Foracort becoming India's best-selling medicine in October. The inhaler, used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), clocked sales worth Rs 75 crore, surpassing popular drugs like the antibiotic Augmentin
Winter pollution poses serious physical and mental health risks. Combat stress with mindful practices, hydration, skincare, indoor plants, and exercise to improve well-being and resilience.With the onset of winter and AQI already skyrocketing, the air is not just polluted but stressful. To even think of stepping out of your doors is stressful; it is smog that has engulfed most cities, the capital
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], November 19 (ANI): A dedicated team at AIIMS Bhubaneswar has saved the life of a 24-year-old Army jawan through an advanced Extracorporeal Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (eCPR) procedure. The eCPR procedure revived the young soldier even after his heart had stopped beating for nearly 1.5 hours. This groundbreaking initiative in Odisha highlights the power of medical
As air pollution persists in the city, children are bearing the brunt as hospitals across the city have seen a spike in children complaining of respiratory illness. Ludhiana has seen air quality deteriorating since mid-October. The situation has got worse since November 6 when a thick blanket of smog covered the city. On Sunday, the city recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 260, which falls i
What is with hospitals and clinics that they don't share the test results with you? You have just had an MRI or ECG and the assistant or nurse has your result in their hands but won't tell you because it has to be given to the doctor first. Really. Here your BP is spiking with the suspense of it all, the whole staff knows how good or bad the outcome is except you. Predictably, the doctor has go
The Menzies School of Health Research and Australian Preterm Birth Prevention Alliance have launched a new public health campaign to improve pregnancy outcomes for First Nations mothers and their babies across the country. The Preterm Birth Prevention campaign 'See, Stop, Scan', launched at the 2024 Australian College of Midwives NT Conference, aims to educate and empower First Nations mothers