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Rajasthan govt expands recruitment of Medical Officers in state

20Feb

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Rajasthan govt expands recruitment of Medical Officers in state

Jaipur, February 20,2025.The Bhajanlal government in Rajasthan has expanded recruitment for Medical Officer (MO) positions, increasing the total number of vacancies from 1,480 to 1,700. The Rajasthan University of Health and Sciences (RUHS) will oversee the hiring process, with exams scheduled for April.According to the latest order, 220 more positions have been added to the original recruitment drive. February 14 marked the opening of the application window, and today was the last date to apply.Originally, applications were invited between September and October last year, with exams planned for November. However, due to technical reasons, the recruitment process was delayed.To ensure fairness, the government has reopened applications for MBBS graduates from the 2019 batch....

Many gluten-free foods are high in calories and sugar, low on fiber and protein, and they cost more − new research

19Feb

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Many gluten-free foods are high in calories and sugar, low on fiber and protein, and they cost more − new research

New Delhi, February 19, 2025.US consumers often pay more for gluten-free products, yet these items typically provide less protein and more sugar and calories compared with gluten-containing alternatives. That is the key finding of my new study, published in the journal Plant Foods for Human Nutrition.This study compared gluten-free products with their gluten-containing counterparts, and the findings suggested that many perceived benefits of gluten-free products – such as weight control and diabetes management – are exaggerated.Currently, many gluten-free products lack dietary fiber, protein and essential nutrients. Manufacturers often add supplements to compensate, but the incorporation of dietary fibres during processing can hinder protein digestion.

C-section delivery rate rises from 17.2% to 21.5% in India

18Feb

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C-section delivery rate rises from 17.2% to 21.5% in India

Jaipur, February 18, 2025.According to government data, C-section delivery cases in the country increased from 17.2% to 21.5% between 2016 and 2021. This means that one in every two deliveries in private hospitals in India is happening through C-section.According to the World Health Organization, C-section is required in only 10%-25% of delivery cases. C-section should not be chosen as an option for delivery without necessity. More than 30% of deliveries in India happen through cesarean procedure every year.C-section delivery is a surgical procedure in which the baby is removed through an incision in the abdomen and uterus. This procedure is usually needed when normal delivery is not safe or there is a risk of some complications.

AIIMS Delhi acquires cutting-edge technology with surgical robot

18Feb

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AIIMS Delhi acquires cutting-edge technology with surgical robot

New Delhi, February 18, 2025.AIIMS Delhi has installed a state-of-the-art surgical robot in its department of surgical disciplines, making it one of the first general surgery units in a government hospital in India to acquire such cutting-edge technology.The introduction of robotic surgery underscores AIIMS's commitment to enhancing patient care, enabling the execution of complex procedures with unmatched precision, and keeping pace with global advancements in medical technology, said Dr Hemang Bhattacharjee, professor of surgery at AIIMS."The initiative to incorporate robotic surgery into its general surgery department is a strategic move to elevate the standard of care provided in a government healthcare setting," he said.

Carbohydrate cravings may be related to overall severity of depression: Study

10Feb

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Carbohydrate cravings may be related to overall severity of depression: Study

New Delhi, February 10, 2025.People struggling with depression may crave for carbohydrate-rich foods, which could be "related to the overall severity" of their mental condition, according to a study.Even though patients of depression, marked by a persistent low mood, tend to have less appetite, researchers, including those from the University of Bonn, Germany, said those with severe depression can sometimes develop food cravings."These changes can then lead to a change in body weight", corresponding author Nils Kroemer, a professor of medical psychology at the University Hospital Bonn, University of Bonn, said

Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launches National Mass Drug Administration Round for the elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis across 13 identified LF endemic states

10Feb

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Union Health Minister Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launches National Mass Drug Administration Round for the elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis across 13 identified LF endemic states

New Delhi, February 10,2025.Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the Annual Nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) Campaign for Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) Elimination through a video conference with State Health Ministers and senior officers of 13 identified LF endemic States, here today. The participants were provided an overview of the campaign, its objectives, the key strategic activities being undertaken, and the critical role of participating states in ensuring high coverage and compliance with the MDA program. The campaign covers 111 endemic districts across 13 States with door-to-door administration of filaria prevention medications.The State Health Ministers who participated the meeting included Shri Satya Kumar Yadav (Andhra Pra...

Sleep disorders highly individual in nature, AI essential for diagnosing: Neurologist

7Feb

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Sleep disorders highly individual in nature, AI essential for diagnosing: Neurologist

New Delhi, February 07, 2025.Artificial intelligence will be essential for diagnosing sleep disorders such as sleep apnoea or insomnia, which are increasingly acquiring an individual character, neurologist Dr Manvir Bhatia said.Further, once diagnosed, are we able to say that a certain individual will be a good user of the treatment or not? That's where the role of AI is really going to come up, said Dr Bhatia, the vice-president of Indian Society for Sleep Research.She was addressing a workshop conducted at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, ahead of the 11th Congress of Asian Sleep Research Society that will be held here during February 8-9.

“Shatavari – For Better Health” a nationwide Species-Specific Campaign launched

7Feb

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“Shatavari – For Better Health” a nationwide Species-Specific Campaign launched

New Delhi, February 07, 2025.In a bid to raise awareness about the health benefits of medicinal plants, a species-specific campaign titled “Shatavari –For Better Health" was launched today by Shri Prataprao Jadhav, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush. Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Dr. Mahesh Kumar Dadhich, CEO, National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), and senior officials from the Ministry of Ayush were present on the occasion.In his address, Shri Prataprao Jadhav highlighted the significant progress made by the Ministry of Ayush over the last decade and lauded the efforts of NMPB for launching this new initiative to promote awareness about Shatavari. The Minister also mentioned previous successful campaigns led by NMPB, including those f...

‘Pay Attention to the Lump’ Cookbook Encourages Women to Get Breast Cancer Screened

6Feb

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‘Pay Attention to the Lump’ Cookbook Encourages Women to Get Breast Cancer Screened

New Delhi, February 06, 2025.Today, Tata Trusts culminated their large-scale ‘Gaanth Pe Dhyan’ (‘Focus on the Lump’) campaign with the launch of the ‘Gaanth Pe Dhyan’ cookbook, through a podcast hosted by Shilpi Ghosh from Tata Trusts. The cookbook, available online and free to download, features recipes sourced from Indian chefs-turned-campaign-ambassadors, including MasterChefs Shipra Khanna and Santa Sarmah, as well as Chefs Ananya Banerjee, Sailaja Aechuri, Priya Gupta, Varaprasad Karthyaeni, and Laeba Ashraf. It was reviewed by renowned nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar and eminent breast cancer oncologist Dr. Rajendra Badwe; and aims to encourage women to focus on checking their breasts for lumps, just as they do to prevent lumps in their food. The cookbook has been mindfully crafted w...

Study finds switching salt with alternative can reduce risk of recurring stroke by 14 per cent

6Feb

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Study finds switching salt with alternative can reduce risk of recurring stroke by 14 per cent

New Delhi, February 06, 2025.Switching regular salt with a substitute, having a lower sodium content, could reduce risk of recurring stroke by up to 14 per cent and that of death by 12 per cent, a study has found.Regular salt is increasingly being recommended against for preventing heart disease, with the World Health Organization (WHO) advising a daily intake of under five grams of salt or about two grams of sodium.Salt substitutes are alternatives containing potassium and lower levels of sodium.

Obesity can cause depression, enhancing chances of emotional eating: Psychiatrist

5Feb

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Obesity can cause depression, enhancing chances of emotional eating: Psychiatrist

New Delhi, February 05, 2025.Obesity leads to body-image issues and can cause mood swings, anxiety, depression and self-isolation, which enhance the chances of emotional eating leading to difficulty in weight management, according to a psychiatrist from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) here.Obesity not only affects the physical health of a person by causing a range of diseases but also impacts the mental well-being, said Dr Nand Kumar, psychiatrist at the premier hospital.Obesity can lead to health issues, such as diabetes, hypertension, heart problems and kidney and obstructive sleep disorder, he said.

Dawa apke dwar: Rajasthan plans free delivery of medicines at residences of senior citizens

3Feb

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Dawa apke dwar: Rajasthan plans free delivery of medicines at residences of senior citizens

Jaipur, February 03, 2025.The health department has drafted a proposal to deliver medicines free-of-cost for senior citizens. The service known as ‘Dawa Apke Dwar' is designed to ensure continuous and accessible medical care for people over 60 years who have chronic health issues.The state govt is already providing medicines under its free medical schemes from drug distribution counters in govt hospitals, and the free delivery scheme will be integrated as part of it. The proposed home delivery of medicines will benefit elderly patients suffering from conditions such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, mental disorders, and those needing geriatric care, palliative treatment, or support services.Approximately 69 lakh residents are aged 60 and above in the state, and access to med...

IIT Madras launches first-of-its-kind cancer genome database

3Feb

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IIT Madras launches first-of-its-kind cancer genome database

New Delhi, February 03, 2025.Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras on Monday launched a first-of-its-kind cancer genome database to help research on the disease in the country.According to IIT Madras Director, V Kamakoti, despite having a high cancer incidence, India has been under-represented in global cancer genome studies.In the absence of genomic architecture of cancers prevalent in India, specific genetic variants from Indian cancers are not adequately captured and catalogued for any diagnostic kits and drug development.

Global study estimates Vitamin D most common deficiency in diabetics, magnesium second most

29Jan

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Global study estimates Vitamin D most common deficiency in diabetics, magnesium second most

New Delhi, January 29, 2025.Vitamin D is the most common deficiency, affecting over 60 per cent of people with diabetes, according to a global analysis published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) Nutrition Prevention and Health.The analysis, based on 132 studies conducted between 1998 and 2023 involving more than 52,000 participants, also found that magnesium deficiency affects 42 per cent of people with diabetes, while 28 per cent suffer from iron deficiency.Researchers, including those from the Indian Institute of Health Management Research (IIHMR), Rajasthan, said that the study helps assess the global prevalence of micronutrient deficiency -- whereby levels of vitamins and minerals essential for healthy bodily function are far too low -- in people with type 2 diabetes.

Patients suffer at hospitals in Jaipur due to glitch in IHMS

27Jan

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Patients suffer at hospitals in Jaipur due to glitch in IHMS

Jaipur, January 27, 2025.The state govt's initiative to digitise operations through IHMS faces significant challenges due to recurring server failures, hampering online registration, prescription management and related healthcare processes.Power disruption for few minutes on Saturday witnessed which affected the IHMS.Whenever technical issues with the IHMS system's server happen it causes widespread disruption in healthcare services across major state hospitals, including SMS Hospital, affecting patient care and treatment processes.In such an incident, On Friday government hospitals throughout the state experienced a server outage affecting OPD registration, test billing and admission procedures."The server failed on Friday for two hours not only in SMS hospital but als...

Introducing India’s First: Natural Pain Relief Oil with Omega 3, 6, 9 for Instant and Long‐ Lasting

27Jan

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Introducing India’s First: Natural Pain Relief Oil with Omega 3, 6, 9 for Instant and Long‐ Lasting

New Delhi, January 27, 2025.Comfort A unique and effective solution for joint and muscle pain is now available in India. This oil is a blend of 24 natural herbs enriched with the benefits of Omega 3, 6, and 9. It not only provides instant relief from pain but also strengthens joints for the long term. Our revolutionary pain relief oil is helping those recommended for knee replacement to regain mobility and avoid surgery. Natural Ingredients with powerful deep penetration formula Joint pain often arises due to imbalanced air elements (Vata) and calcium deficiency. Keeping this in mind, this oil has been meticulously formulated with natural ingredients such as: • Emu Oil • Walnut • Fenugreek • Hadjod (Cissus qu...

Muscle fat can increase risk of heart disease, regardless of BMI, study finds

25Jan

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Muscle fat can increase risk of heart disease, regardless of BMI, study finds

New Delhi, January 25, 2025.at stored in muscles can damage blood vessels and increase risk of hospitalisation or death due to heart disease, regardless of body mass index, according to a new study.Researchers, led by those at Brigham and Women's Hospital, US, found that every one per cent increase in muscle fat was associated with an increase of two per cent in risk of coronary microvascular dysfunction -- when small blood vessels of heart malfunction -- and that of seven per cent for serious heart disease, irrespective of known risk factors.The findings, published in the European Heart Journal, added evidence that existing measures, such as body mass index or waist circumference, are not adequate to evaluate the risk of heart disease accurately for all people.

Union Health Ministry hosts ASHA workers to honour their contributions in health initiatives

25Jan

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Union Health Ministry hosts ASHA workers to honour their contributions in health initiatives

New Delhi, January 25, 2025.The Union Health Ministry on Saturday hosted ASHA workers, who are special invitees at the 76th Republic Day celebrations, to honour their contributions in the success of various health initiatives.To commemorate the outstanding contributions of ASHA workers, the Government of India invited around 250 ASHA workers along with their spouses from various states as special guests to the Republic Day ceremony.This recognition not only uplifts the morale of these dedicated health workers, but also underscores the crucial value of their contributions, setting a strong precedent for acknowledging their essential role

Global survey finds public trust in science second highest in India

22Jan

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Global survey finds public trust in science second highest in India

New Delhi, January 22, 2025.Public trust in science is the second highest in India, following Egypt, with a moderately high level overall worldwide, according to a survey spanning 68 countries, including under-researched ones in the Global South.Australia ranked fifth and Bangladesh sixth, while New Zealand ranked ninth and the US twelfth for public trust in scientists.The analysis, published in the journal Nature Human Behaviour, found no evidence for the oft-repeated claim of a crisis of trust in science, researchers said.

Diabetes drugs lower heart disease risk, raise gastro, arthritic disorders, study suggests

20Jan

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Diabetes drugs lower heart disease risk, raise gastro, arthritic disorders, study suggests

New Delhi, January 20, 2025.Commonly used diabetes drugs could lower the risk of cardiometabolic conditions but heighten the risk of gastrointestinal and arthritic ones, hypotension, among others, according to a study.Researchers from Washington University in St. Louis analysed data from the US Department of Veterans Affairs to examine links between taking 'GLP-1RA' drugs and 175 health outcomes. Data from 2.4 million participants with diabetes were analysed.GLP-1RA, or glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists, are drugs that work by mimicking the action of the hormone GLP-1 that helps control blood sugar and promote feelings of satiety. Through weight management, the drugs can also treat type 2 diabetes.

Samsung introduces personal Health Records feature on Samsung Health app in India

17Jan

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Samsung introduces personal Health Records feature on Samsung Health app in India

Gurugram, January 17, 2025.India’s largest consumer electronics brand, Samsung announced that it has added the Health Records feature to the Samsung Health app to help users manage their health more comprehensively.The Health Records feature enables users to create and access their Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) directly through the Samsung Health Mobile App. Users can now effortlessly manage their health data generated by healthcare providers across India, transforming the way individuals take charge of their personal health records.Samsung’s new initiative to empower its users by providing seamless and secure integration with the country’s digital health ecosystem is aligned with the Indian government’s Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) project.“Samsung ...

Blossom Kochhar puts together beauty and wellness hacks, DIYs in new book

11Jan

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Blossom Kochhar puts together beauty and wellness hacks, DIYs in new book

New Delhi, January 11, 2025.Skincare expert Blossom Kochhar puts together recipes, hacks and DIYs on how to approach daily skincare routines by blending traditional Indian practices with science in her new book."The Glow Getters Guide to Everyday Skincare" is aimed at guiding readers in achieving healthy skin through authentic, nature-based techniques.There are also a few pointers on how beauty is influenced by a balanced body, mind, and emotions.

Anti-obesity class of drugs related with fewer post-surgery complications: Study

8Jan

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Anti-obesity class of drugs related with fewer post-surgery complications: Study

New Delhi, January 08, 2025.Taking the 'GLP-1 receptor agonist' class of anti-obesity drugs is related with lower rates of post-surgery complications in people with diabetes, according to a study.GLP-1 receptor agonist, or GLP-1 RA, drugs help treat diabetes by weight loss, improving blood glucose levels and increasing insulin sensitivity, low levels of which are a risk factor for diabetes.Researchers, led by those at Weill Cornell Medicine, the US, analysed hospital records of over 74,400 surgical procedures performed from February 2020 to July 2023 on nearly 22,000 patients with diabetes.