Although rates of smoking have declined, it is estimated that it leads to about 480,000 deaths yearly According to data The overall rates of death from cancer are twice as high among smokers as nonsmokers, with heavy smokers having a four times greater risk of death from cancer than nonsmokers. Health issues due to smoking...
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has taken significant action against several leading medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh, imposing hefty fines due to non-compliance with prescribed standards. Among the penalized institutions are the prestigious King George’s Medical University (KGMU) in Lucknow, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in Varanasi, and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS). The fines vary, with some institutions facing penalties as high as ₹20 lakh, amounting to crores in total. This strict measure aims to ensure that these colleges adhere to the necessary standards for medical education and facilities.
Medical students at Saraswathi Institute of Medical Sciences, ( SIMS Hapur ), are staging protests against the institution’s management over a series of serious allegations, including irregularities in stipend distribution, mental harassment, privacy violations, and the imposition of excessive fines. The students demand an urgent investigation and strict action against the management for violating National Medical Commission (NMC) laws and infringing on their rights to freedom of speech and expression
A nursing officer at AIIMS Rishikesh was detained by police following accusations of molestation leveled against him by a junior resident doctor in the trauma surgery unit. The incident, which took place on Sunday evening, has sparked outrage and calls for swift justice and stringent action against the accused.
As temperatures in North India soar to a blistering 50 degrees Celsius, a red alert has been issued, signaling a severe heatwave that poses significant health risks. This extreme heat can have dire consequences on the human body, leading to a range of adverse effects and complications. Understanding these risks and taking appropriate protective measures is crucial for safeguarding public health during such extreme weather events.
Dr. Divesh Garg Suicide : In the wake of widespread outrage over the tragic suicide of Dr. Divesh Garg, a first-year pediatric postgraduate resident at Shri Guru Ram Rai Institute of Medical & Health Sciences, the Uttarakhand Medical Council has taken significant steps toward addressing the situation. The Council has issued a notice summoning the head of the pediatric department to appear before the executive committee on May 22, 2024, at 4:00 PM.
The recent tragic suicide of Dr. Divesh Garg, a first-year pediatric postgraduate resident at Shri Guru Ram Rai Institute of Medical & Health Sciences (SGRR) , has sparked a nationwide outcry among medical professionals and influencers. Reports suggest that Dr. Garg ended his life due to an allegedly toxic work environment and immense pressure from the department, leading to a broader debate about the conditions faced by medical trainees in India.
A concerning number of 37,000 medical students in India have reported experiencing severe mental health illness , prompting the National Medical Commission (NMC) to take serious measures. This data was gathered through an online survey conducted by the NMC after 130 medical students tragically took their own lives in the past five years.
NEET UG 2024 Paper Leak : The ongoing controversy surrounding the alleged paper leak of the NEET UG 2024 examination has sparked a nationwide outcry. Despite mounting evidence and active police investigations, the National Testing Agency (NTA) remains conspicuously silent. This silence has led to growing concerns about the intentions and integrity of the NTA, the body responsible for ensuring the fair conduct of this crucial examination.