Gurugram: Busting an illegal hospital and clinic in Ambedkar colony and Chakkarpur village in Gurugram, a joint team of the chief minister’s flying squad and the health department arrested two quacks on Saturday in connection with the case. Meanwhile, two more accused in this case are absconding. The authorities raided and sealed the SD Hospital […]
Here are the top health stories for the day: Surgeon and nursing home to compensate for removing minor patient’s ovary without proper assessment The Telangana State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission dismissed a surgeon’s appeal challenging a District Commission’s order. The District Commission had held the doctor and a nursing home accountable for causing functional disability […]
New Delhi: Health care providers in developing countries know that oral rehydration salts (ORS) are a lifesaving and inexpensive treatment for diarrheal disease, a leading cause of death for children worldwide – yet few prescribe it. This seems to be the result of a new study conducted by the University of Southern California when trying […]
The HbA1c test, or glycated hemoglobin test, is a crucial tool in diabetes management. It measures the average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months, providing a comprehensive view of long-term glucose control. This test is essential for assessing the effectiveness of diabetes management plans and helping individuals and healthcare providers make informed decisions […]
Agartala: Taking cognizance of the viral video showing an orthopaedic implant material supplier allegedly assisting the surgeons in the operation theatre of an Indira Gandhi Memorial (IGM) Hospital, the Tripura health department has sought a detailed report on the matter. A purported video, which has gone viral on social media, shows the man wearing a surgeon’s […]
New Delhi: Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Ltd has filed draft papers with capital markets regulator Sebi to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO). The initial share-sale is a combination of fresh issue of equity shares worth Rs 680 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of 1.86 crore shares by promoters and an existing investor, according […]
Iran: A case-control study published in BMC Endocrine Disorders has shown a lower likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D) with a nutrient pattern comprising plant protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, and potassium. “The initial results indicate that Participants who consumed higher amounts of plant protein, fibre, vitamin C and potassium had a lower […]
Spain: In patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) and chronotropic incompetence, beta-blocker cessation may be particularly beneficial in patients with smaller end-systolic left ventricular volume, a post hoc analysis of a randomized clinical trial has shown. In the analysis that enrolled 52 patients with HFpEF and chronotropic incompetence taking β-blocker treatment, “lower […]
Despite vaccination efforts, COVID-19 treatment options are still needed, especially for those with mild to moderate symptoms. Ensitrelvir, a novel antiviral medication, was evaluated in a randomized clinical trial to assess its ability to reduce symptom duration and improve patient outcomes. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the search for effective treatment options remains paramount. This […]
In a groundbreaking study conducted at Sahlgrenska University Hospital, researchers have unveiled a game-changing approach to the treatment of acute appendicitis, challenging the conventional “wait and see” observation method. The study, involving 126 carefully selected patients, evaluated the effectiveness of early antibiotic treatment as superior compared to active in-hospital observation for the spontaneous regression of […]