Category: Health

Anil Bedag Mumbai: Stroke in India is no longer just a sudden medical emergency—it is increasingly being recognized as a long-term, life-altering condition. While timely medical intervention has significantly improved survival rates, the real struggle often begins after patients are discharged from the hospital. Post-stroke neuro-rehabilitation, which is critical for recovery, remains expensive and largely uncovered by most insurance policies, placing a heavy financial and emotional burden on families. With rising stroke cases across Mumbai and the rest of the country, healthcare experts are calling for a shift in focus—from…

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Anil Bedag Mumbai: Amid the rapidly rising cases of high blood pressure in India, a significant step has been taken to make treatment simpler and more effective. Cadila Pharmaceuticals has launched a new triple combination therapy called ‘Silej Trio’, which brings together three powerful medications in a single pill. This innovative approach not only aims to control blood pressure more effectively but also simplifies medication routines for patients. It offers new hope, especially for those struggling with long-term hypertension and cardiovascular conditions. India has nearly 220 million people affected by…

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Lucknow: In a landmark achievement in minimally invasive surgical care, Professor Dr. Gyan Chand, a leading surgeon at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, has successfully completed 200 robotic endocrine surgeries, marking a “double century” in complex robotic procedures. This makes him one of the first surgeons at the institute to reach this significant milestone in robotic endocrine surgery. The achievement was highlighted after Dr. Gyan Chand and his surgical team successfully performed a highly complex robotic thyroid surgery on a 25-year-old patient from Hardoi. The patient had been…

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Lucknow: Vivekananda Polyclinic and Institute of Medical Sciences, along with Vivekananda Polyclinic School and Vivekananda College of Nursing, organized a comprehensive celebration of World Health Day 2026, involving all wards and departments. The theme for this year, as set by the World Health Organization, was “Health for All: Standing with Science”, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing pressing health challenges affecting humans, animals, plants, and the entire ecosystem. The Community Health Nursing Department conducted an educational role-play at the Community Health Center, Sarojini Nagar, to demonstrate the significance…

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Lucknow: Indian Medical Association Lucknow successfully organised a state-level refresher course and Continuing Medical Education (CME) programme on the occasion of World Health Day at the IMA Bhawan in Lucknow. The day-long academic event witnessed enthusiastic participation from doctors and healthcare professionals across Uttar Pradesh. The programme commenced at 9:00 AM, while the formal inauguration was held at 1:20 PM. The event was graced by Dr. Rajeev Goyal, President of IMA Uttar Pradesh, as the Chief Guest. Among the distinguished attendees were President-elect Dr. Ravish Agarwal and Vice President (Zone-3)…

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Raebareli: The Swachhta Pakhwada 2026 was formally inaugurated at All India Institute of Medical Sciences Raebareli, with a series of cleanliness and awareness initiatives led by the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR). The fortnight-long campaign is being observed from April 1 to April 15. The initiative is being conducted under the guidance of Executive Director Prof. Amita Jain and under the direction of Swachhta Pakhwada Chairperson Dr. Suyash Singh. On the first day of the campaign, a special cleanliness drive was carried out in PMR Ward 7C. The…

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Lucknow: The Department of Anaesthesia at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS), in collaboration with the Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine, successfully organised a one-day workshop on mechanical ventilation. The workshop aimed to familiarise healthcare professionals with the latest principles and practical aspects of mechanical ventilation, an essential component in the management of critically ill patients. Experts from various institutions delivered detailed sessions covering ventilator modes, settings, patient management strategies, and the use of ventilation in emergency situations. The program also included hands-on training sessions, enabling…

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Lucknow: In a significant step towards strengthening healthcare services in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath distributed appointment letters to newly selected nursing officers at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS), Lucknow. The recruitment drive marks the successful completion of a transparent and merit-based selection process, in which 665 nursing officers were chosen from approximately 47,000 applicants across the country. Focus on Service, Sensitivity, and Excellence Addressing the newly appointed nursing officers, the Chief Minister congratulated them and urged them to uphold the highest standards of service.…

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Lucknow: A sensitisation and orientation session on the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 and strengthening healthcare systems for the transgender community was successfully conducted at King George’s Medical University (KGMU). The program was jointly organised by KGMU B.E.S.T and the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), reflecting the institution’s commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable healthcare practices. The session was held under the patronage of Vice-Chancellor Dr. Soniya Nityanand, whose vision continues to drive initiatives aimed at social responsibility and inclusivity. The highlight of the program was an insightful…

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