Category: Health

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Specialty Clinic Held at Vivekananda Polyclinic in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow:A two-day Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Specialty Clinic was organised at Vivekananda Polyclinic and Institute of Medical Sciences in Lucknow on March 6 and 7, 2026, aimed at providing expert consultation and medical support to patients suffering from heart and vascular diseases. On the first day of the clinic, held on March 6 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, patients were examined at the Deluxe OPD located on the ground floor of the institute. The clinic was conducted under the guidance of renowned cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon Prof. (Dr.) Bhavatosh…

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DM Reviews Jal Jeevan Mission Progress, Seeks Detailed Report on Rural Drinking Water Supply

Arijit Bose

Gonda: A review meeting of ongoing works under the Jal Jeevan Mission was held at the Collectorate auditorium under the chairmanship of District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan. The meeting focused on assessing the progress of projects aimed at ensuring safe and clean drinking water in rural areas of the district. During the review, the District Magistrate directed officials to provide updated information on the status of works being carried out in various gram panchayats and majras. She specifically asked the department to clarify how many gram panchayats and hamlets in the…

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Amrita Unveils MedSum, an AI Clinical Assistant That Listens, Understands and Writes Medical Records

Arijit Bose

An AI system designed to restore doctor–patient time and deliver medical information to patients in their own voice language Delhi-NCR: In hospitals, a quiet paradox defines modern medicine — doctors spend years learning to treat patients, yet a significant part of their day is spent typing about them. A cardiologist in a busy OPD sees many patients but spends hours with typing and documentation. Amrita now aims to change that equation. The institution has introduced MedSum, an artificial-intelligence clinical assistant that listens to doctor–patient conversations and automatically converts them into…

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KGMU Sets Sight on Advanced Lung Transplant Unit; Hosts AIPCON 2026 to Bolster Interventional Pulmonology

Arijit Bose

LUCKNOW – King George’s Medical University (KGMU) is making a monumental leap in respiratory healthcare, moving steadily toward the establishment of an Advanced Lung Transplant Unit. This initiative aims to provide world-class treatment for patients with end-stage lung diseases within Uttar Pradesh, eliminating the need for arduous travel to other states or abroad. The announcement came alongside the successful organization of AIPCON 2026 (Advanced Interventional Pulmonology Conference), held on February 14-15 under the aegis of the Indian Chest Society and Pulmocrit Foundation. Visionary Leadership on the Future of Care The…

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Because Seniors Matter: Project Ummeed’s Compassion-First Healthcare Model

Arijit Bose

As India’s population steadily ages, the need for sensitive, affordable, and comprehensive geriatric healthcare has never been more urgent. In Lucknow, Sanjivini Super Speciality Hospital has quietly but consistently responded to this challenge through Project Ummeed—a thoughtfully designed initiative that caters specifically to patients aged 65 years and above, offering them dignity, care, and financial relief at a time when medical needs often rise but resources may not. Project Ummeed is not merely a discounted treatment scheme; it is a holistic geriatric care model. The initiative focuses on reducing the…

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SGPGI CCM Department Organises Workshop on End-of-Life Care

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Department of Critical Care Medicine (CCM) at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) organised a workshop on End-of-Life Care  at the Hargobind Khurana Hall, Lecture Theatre Complex. Amit Ghosh, Additional Chief Secretary and Principal Secretary, Medical Education and Health, Government of Uttar Pradesh, was the chief speaker on the occasion. In his address, he elaborated on the need for structured end-of-life care in medical institutions to ensure a dignified death for patients suffering from incurable illnesses. He emphasised the importance of training all doctors in this…

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Max Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow Organises Women’s Health Awareness Workshop; 250 Women Participate

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: MAX Healthcare’s Max Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow organised a Health Awareness Workshop on Women’s Health, witnessing the participation of over 250 women from different communities, underscoring the growing awareness about preventive healthcare among women. Sharing details of the programme, Ashish Sharma, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Lucknow, said the initiative aimed at educating women about early detection, lifestyle-related disorders, and the importance of regular health screening. The workshop brought together leading specialists from multiple disciplines to address key health concerns affecting women today. The health awareness sessions were conducted by…

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KGMU Performs Total Hip Replacement Surgery Using ‘Bikini Incision’ Technique for the First Time

Arijit Bose

Lucknow — The Orthopedic Surgery Department at King George’s Medical University (KGMU) has achieved a significant medical milestone by successfully performing a total hip replacement surgery using the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA), commonly known as the ‘bikini incision’ technique, for the first time. The patient has recovered well and is now able to walk normally. Dr. Ravindra Mohan from the Orthopedic Surgery Department explained that 45-year-old Rajendra, a resident of Pratapgarh, had been suffering from severe hip pain for the past two years, which severely affected his daily activities. Despite trying…

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Uttar Pradesh Government Grants Essentiality Certificate for New Super-Specialty Course at KGMU

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In a landmark development for medical education in Uttar Pradesh, the state government has granted an Essentiality Certificate (EC) to King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow for starting a new super-specialty programme—FNB (Trauma Anaesthesiology and Critical Care)—making KGMU the first institution in the state to introduce this course. The Essentiality Certificate has been issued by the Medical Education Section-2, Government of Uttar Pradesh, under order number I/1195044/2026, dated January 5, 2026. The approval allows KGMU to launch the two-year super-specialty postgraduate course with two seats per year, marking a…

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Romsons Group Expands Hygiene Portfolio with Poochie Baby Diapers and Bloom Disposable Period Panty

Arijit Bose

Director Sahil Khanna Unveils New Product Lines at The Startup Caffe, Targets Underserved Segments with Advanced Core Technology and Shift-Free Comfort New Delhi – Romsons Group, a leading player in India’s healthcare and hygiene industry with over 70 years of legacy, has launched two new products aimed at expanding its presence across the personal hygiene spectrum – Poochie Play Pants Baby Diapersand Dignity Bloom Disposable Period Panty. Director Sahil Khanna revealed details about both product lines during his appearance on The Startup Caffe podcast, explaining how the company is leveraging its…

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