Archive for month: January, 2024

Bijnor: A tragic incident unfolded in Dariyapur village of Bijnor district, where a 25-year-old man allegedly committed suicide by hanging himself from a tree after he was issued a Rs 2 crore defamation notice from a private hospital.  

The notice was issued after he had accused Pooja Nursing Home of withholding information about his father’s death and exploiting him financially. He also alleged that the doctors at the hospital concealed details regarding his father’s demise. 

The following allegations were laid against the hospital through a recent video that was shared on social media. In the video, the man explained that his father passed away last month and claimed that the hospital had financially exploited him by withholding information about his father’s death.  

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In response to these accusations, the hospital denied the claims and said that the statements were ‘baseless’. Subsequently, they issued a Rs 2 crore defamation notice against the man on Friday, accusing him of damaging their reputation.    

Shortly thereafter, the man went missing and was later discovered hanging from a tree. According to a TOI news report, the man is reported to have committed suicide over the defamation notice.   

Speaking to the Daily, Hospital owner Dr Sandeep Agarwal said, “His father was admitted to the hospital a month ago with Covid. He passed away from the virus. The man had previously made false statements against the hospital. We issued defamation notices to those involved, including his family. His suicide is unrelated to our actions.”  

On the other hand, the deceased family contends that the hospital’s defamation notice deeply affected him. His brother asserted, “The hospital’s administration forced my brother into suicide by issuing the notice to us.” 

Confirming the man’s suicide, Najibabad Circle Officer Anil Kumar said, “His body was found hanging from a tree in a field on Friday evening. We are yet to receive an official complaint regarding this incident.”

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Chandigarh: Bringing good news to the postgraduate medical aspirants in Chandigarh, the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, is planning to start an MD programme in tuberculosis and respiratory diseases (TBRD).

Already, the Health Ministry has given its nod for four faculty positions for the recently inaugurated TBRD Department. The Ministry approval comes to strengthen the department with the appointment of one Professor, an Associate Professor and two Assistant Professors, adds Tribune India.

With the realisation of this project, GMCH-32 will become the single hospital in the region to start a specialised course for tuberculosis. 

As per the data shared by the Health Ministry last year, India had a total number of 45,471 MD, MS, and PG Diploma, 4,997 DM and MCh seats. Among these, Chandigarh had a total number of 473 MD/MS seats, and 105 DM/MCh seats.

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Now, as per the latest media report by Tribune India, GMCH-32 is planning to start an MD course in tuberculosis and respiratory diseases (TBRD). Such a move comes at a time when for the year 2023, the city has the highest TB notification rate in the country. It recorded 475 cases per 1,00,000 population.

Commenting on the matter, the Head of the Pulmonary Medicine Department, Dr. Varinder Saini mentioned that the TBRD Department operates at the Section 48 hospital and conducts three OPDs weekly, complemented by two OPDs at the GMCH-32. Therefore, in order to enhance the operational efficiency, additional staff is required. 

Dr. Saini further added the department’s exclusive focus on TB patients and also revealed the plans to start an MD programme in the department, for which the National Medical Commission’s approval is still pending.

Meanwhile, the Director of GMCH, Dr. AK Attri emphasised the hospital’s commitment to provide improved options. Currently, the institute hosts three super-speciality DM courses in neurology, urology, and CTVS.

Apart from this, the GMCH also introduced a DNB Hospital Administration course with plans for an expansion of the seats. Therefore, with the recent approval for the faculties in the TBRD Department, it is expected that the patients will get some relief, especially because the department’s OPD functions in Sector 48 hospital. Dr. Attri further mentioned that efforts are currently underway to introduce advanced and enhanced super-speciality services within the hospital.

Chandigarh-based GMCH-32, which also caters to patients referred from the neighbouring States of Punjab and Haryana is facing a growing demand for super-speciality services. 

In recent years, the hospital experienced a surge in the number of patients, prompting the launch of various super-speciality services. In order to streamline patient care, currently an effort is underway to establish a dedicated super-speciality block.

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As we step into the New Year, resolutions to quit smoking are common, yet many struggle to stay committed. Overcoming nicotine withdrawal symptoms is challenging, but an expert suggests that one’s diet can aid in the journey to quit smoking successfully.

Ginger is recommended as a helpful tool in curbing the desire to smoke. Sliced ginger pieces, with a sprinkle of black salt, can be placed in the mouth when the urge to smoke arises, effectively reducing the craving.

Spearmint leaves are another suggested remedy. Keeping a supply of washed spearmint leaves and chewing a few when the urge to smoke strikes can provide a temporary distraction, making it easier to resist the temptation to light up.

Indian gooseberry, known for its various health benefits, is highlighted for reducing nicotine cravings. Regularly chewing raw pieces and consuming a glass of water with them every morning is advised to help diminish the desire to smoke. The antioxidant-rich fruit can also aid in eliminating accumulated toxins from regular smoking.

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New research indicates that higher doses of topical corticosteroids, which are commonly used to treat inflammatory skin conditions, are linked with elevated risks of osteoporosis and bone fractures associated with osteoporosis. The findings are published in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology and are based on information from the Taiwan National Health Insurance Research Database.

Investigators selected 129,682 osteoporosis cases and 34,999 major osteoporotic fracture (MOF) cases and matched them with 518,728 and 139,996 controls (without osteoporosis or MOF) by sex and age.

The team found clear dose-response relationships between long-term use of topical corticosteroids and osteoporosis and MOF. For example, compared with no doses, low, medium, and high cumulative of doses topical corticosteroids were associated with 1.22-, 1.26-, and 1.34-times higher odds of developing osteoporosis over five years. These respective doses were linked with 1.12-, 1.19-, and 1.29-times higher odds of experiencing MOF. Women had higher risks of osteoporosis and MOF than men. Also, younger people (<50 years) had a higher risk of osteoporosis compared with other age groups.

“This study emphasizes that using topical corticosteroids to treat inflammatory skin conditions should be done very carefully and clinicians should be aware of these potential side effects,” said corresponding author Chia-Yu Chu, MD PhD, of National Taiwan University Hospital and National Taiwan University College of Medicine.

Reference:

Bing-Jun Hsieh, Dereck Shen, Tom C. Chan, Yung-Tsu Cho, Chao-Hsiun Tang, Chia-Yu Chu, Higher cumulative dose of topical corticosteroids is associated with osteoporosis and major osteoporotic fracture: A nationwide case–control study, Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, https://doi.org/10.1111/jdv.19697.