Madurai: Emphasizing the need for research in the field of the Indian System of Medicine, the Madras High Court bench recently observed that due to the failure to conduct any clinical trial and adequate research, this medicinal system is not getting the required audience internationally. “The fact remains that even after 75 years of independence, we […]
In a recent comprehensive study in Hong Kong, researchers investigated the effectiveness of oral antivirals and vaccinations in mitigating mortality and severe COVID-19 progression among hospitalized adults with confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection. The study aimed to provide insights into the efficacy of these interventions in improving patient outcomes and informing public health strategies amidst the ongoing […]
Mumbai: Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children successfully performed a complex multiple-staged surgery to save the forearm of a two-month-old girl child, thus preventing it from amputation. The child had developed severe cellulitis of the left forearm at the time of her birth. She developed a severe infection immediately after birth, resulting in gangrene (necrosis) […]
Lucknow: Taking action against an MBBS student enrolled at Saraswati Institute of Medical Science, Hapur for allegedly using forged documents in her application for admission, the Allahabad High Court has ordered an FIR against her. “The Director, National Training Agency and the Principal Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Union of India, New Delhi are directed to […]
Foster City: Gilead Sciences, Inc. has announced the completion of the previously announced transaction to acquire CymaBay Therapeutics, Inc. for approximately $4.3 billion in total equity value. The addition of CymaBay’s investigational lead product candidate, seladelpar for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) including pruritus, complements Gilead’s existing liver portfolio. “The acquisition of CymaBay brings […]
Cambridge: The Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute (Gates MRI) has announced that a Phase 3 clinical trial to assess the efficacy of the M72/AS01E tuberculosis (TB) vaccine candidate is now underway, with first doses given in South Africa, where TB takes a heavy toll. “If shown to be well-tolerated and effective, M72/AS01E could […]
Jammu: In a move aimed at enhancing the ease of healthcare accessibility, the premier health institution, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Vijaypur, Jammu is all set to begin the much-awaited telemedicine facility from March 27. A recent official communique issued on Friday highlighted the pioneering nature of this initiative, aiming to facilitate doctor-to-doctor […]
Maharashtra- College of Physicians and Surgeons (CPS), Mumbai has released the practical timetable for Fellow students of the College of Physicians and Surgeons (FCPS) enrolled in Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Karnataka. The practical examination for FCPS candidates is scheduled to be held in April from 1st to 13th April 2024. Also Read: CPS Mumbai gives deadline for […]
New Delhi- The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Examination Section has issued a notice detailing the schedule for Phase II (Regular) professional exams for BSc Nursing Hons. B.Sc Hons Nursing Phase II (Regular) Professional Examination will be conducted in June 2024 from Monday 24th June to Monday 01st July 2024 from 09:30 AM […]
New Delhi: Citing there is an unmet medical need, the Subject Expert Committee (SEC) functional under the Central Drug Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has opined Emcure Pharmaceutical to conduct the bioequivalence study (BE) of the Ferric Maltol Capsules 30mg, a complexed iron supplement used to treat iron deficiency in adults. This came after Emcure Pharmaceutical […]