New Delhi- The National Board of Examination in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) recently began the application process for FMGE 2024- Foreign Medical Graduate Examination. For candidates appearing for FMGE, NBE also released an information bulletin detailing the scheme of examination. FMGE for June 2024 will be conducted on 6th July 2024 on the computer-based platform at […]
New Delhi: The state-run Chacha Nehru Hospital in Shahdara received an email containing a bomb threat on Tuesday morning. Following this, officials confirmed that no suspicious items had been found on the hospital premises. One of the Chacha Nehru hospital staff alerted the authorities upon receiving the bomb-threat email around 10 am. Responding swiftly, a […]
Delhi: Manipal Hospitals, the second-largest hospital chain in India announced the signing of a binding agreement to acquire 87% stake in Kolkata-based hospital chain Medica Synergie. Post a few customary processes, the transaction is expected to be consummated shortly. This acquisition is in line with Manipal Hospitals’ strategy of expanding its footprint and presence in […]
Iran: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials have found no association between SARS-CoV-2 vaccines and new-onset seizures. Amid concerns regarding the potential adverse effects of COVID-19 vaccines, particularly concerning neurological health, this comprehensive analysis provides reassurance regarding the safety profile of these vaccines. “In the pooled analyses of more than 118,000 participants […]
Dehradun: The Uttarakhand health department has taken proactive measures to address the rising cases of dengue and chikungunya patients in the state by issuing comprehensive guidelines to all districts. Twenty key points have been communicated to District Magistrates and Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) to ensure effective prevention and treatment. Dr R Rajesh Kumar, Secretary of Health, […]
A recent research published in the recent issue of Diabetes Care journal found that the timing of exercise plays a crucial role in reducing the risk of death and cardiovascular diseases in adults with obesity by including those with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The study utilized accelerometry data to monitor physical activity, suggests that performing […]
A recent research published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology unveiled a potentially significant relationship between alcohol consumption and the risk of developing peripheral artery disease (PAD), where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs. The study combined new cohort data with a meta-analysis of existing research and suggests that light to moderate […]
A recent comprehensive meta-analysis focused on the safety and efficacy of the flank position during percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) for the removal of kidney stones and suggests that this surgical position may offer distinct advantages for certain high-risk patient groups. The study systematically reviewed data from multiple databases including PubMed, Embase, SCOPUS, the Cochrane database libraries […]
Fibrin sealant may reduce length of hospitalization and operative time among patients undergoing thyroidectomy suggests a study published in the BMC Surgery. Various studies have focused on the application of fibrin sealants (FS) in thyroid surgery. Utilizing a meta-analysis, this systematic review analyzed the findings of recent randomized controlled trials on the safety and efficacy […]
Home OCT device useful tool for self-monitoring of neovascular age-related macular degeneration suggests a study published in the Ophthalmology Retina. A study was done to assess the feasibility of daily Home OCT imaging among patients with neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD). Participants meeting the ocular eligibility criteria were considered for enrollment; those who provided consent […]