Entries by aaron

Doctors cannot be blamed for consequences of pre-existing conditions: Consumer Court Relief to Orthopaedic Surgeon, Hospital

Chennai: The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Chennai (North), recently exonerated an Orthopaedic surgeon and a hospital from charges of medical negligence while opining that doctors cannot be held negligent for the consequences of treatment arising due to pre-existing conditions.  Referring to relevant legal precedents, the Commission reiterated that medical practitioners would be liable only where […]

Study finds hypothyroidism closely associated with chronic kidney disease

A recent study published in Renal Failure uncovered a substantial association between hypothyroidism and chronic kidney disease (CKD), highlighting the prevalence of urine protein in patients with both conditions. The investigation wanted to unravel the mechanisms linking thyroid hormones and urine proteins, providing critical insights into the complex interplay between hypothyroidism and CKD. The study […]

Shweta Rai takes over as MD of Bayer Zydus Pharma

Thane: Bayer today announced that Shweta Rai will take over as Managing Director of Bayer Zydus Pharma Private Limited and Country Division Head (CDH) for Bayer’s Pharmaceuticals Business in South Asia effective, January 1, 2024. Manoj Saxena will move out of his present role to take on the role of CDH for Bayer’s Pharmaceuticals Division […]

ACOG Recommendations Highlight Importance of Influenza Vaccination for Pregnant women

A recent set of recommendations from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) underscores the critical role of influenza vaccination for pregnant individuals in preventing severe complications. The recommendations, backed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), emphasize the significance of timely immunization against influenza and provide guidance for obstetrician-gynecologists in managing […]

Control of Anthropometric Measures and Lipids may improve Gout Outcomes

A recent study, published in Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases, delved into the nuanced relationship between gout outcomes, lifestyle changes, and lipid levels. The research aimed to analyze the impact of anthropometric measures and lipid levels on gout outcomes in patients receiving treatment. Among the key determinants of gout outcomes, waist circumference and lipid levels emerged […]

Ten Tips To Guard Your Lungs This Winter – Dr Raja Dhar

As winter approaches, it’s crucial to understand how the changing weather can affect our breathing and overall health. This overview breaks down the impact of seasonal shifts on our respiratory well-being, focusing on things like the transition from warm to cold weather, how it can affect people with existing lung problems and the challenges posed […]

COVID sub-variant JN.1 case detected in 79-year-old woman in Kerala

A case of COVID-19 sub-variant JN. 1 has been detected in Kerala as part of an ongoing routine surveillance activity of the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG), a senior official from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) said on Saturday. The case was detected in an RT-PCR positive sample from Karakulam in Thiruvananthapuram district […]

Sleep disturbances associated with emotional and behavioral difficulties in preschool children

China: A recent study published in JAMA Network Open has shed light on the importance of sleep health in promoting mental well-being in preschool-aged children. The cohort study of 17 182 preschool-aged children in Shanghai, China, revealed a negative association between the incident and stable sleep disturbances and resolved emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBDs), and […]

Delhi: Factory producing duplicate of GSK’s Betnovate-N busted, mastermind held

New Delhi: A fake medical factory preparing duplicate ‘Betnovate-N’ was busted by the Delhi Police’s Crime Branch and 2,200 filled tubes and 68,000 empty tubes of the skin ointment seized, an official said on Sunday, adding that they have also arrested the mastermind. The accused was identified as Avan Monga, 45, a resident of Vishnu […]