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Saudi Arabia travel alert: Travelers carrying prescription drugs must declare and get online permit

udi Arabia Travel Alert: Travelers Carrying Prescription Drugs Must Declare And Get Online Permit WORLD | TOI World Desk | TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Aug 15, 2025, 20:54 IST The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has launched a digital p… Read More Share Follow Us TL;DR: SFDA now requires a clearance permit for travelers carrying controlled […]

pigeon-borne infection

Former Pune corporator who lost daughter to pigeon-borne infection aims to spread awareness Former Pune corporator Sham Mankar says the practice of feeding pigeons is interfering with their ability to look for food. ADVERTISEMENT Written by Dipanita Nath Pune | Updated: August 12, 2025 15:51 IST 3 min read Sheetal Vijay Shinde died of lung fibrosis […]

Tashkent Medical University puts admission on hold

MBBS Abroad: Over 1,000 students may lose year, money as Tashkent Medical University puts admission on hold Hundreds of medical aspirants have already paid for Tashkent State Medical University seats. NMC has blacklisted one of TSMU’s branches. TSMU, study abroad consultants are silent. Students and parents are increasingly worried and anxious about the future, since […]

Raynaud’s: Benign Chill or Scleroderma Warning?

🧵 Raynaud’s: Benign Chill or Scleroderma Warning? Cold hands turn white/blue/red.Sometimes it’s harmless.Sometimes it’s systemic sclerosis knocking.Here’s how to tell—fast. 👇@Amansharmapgi @DurgaPrasannaM1 @IhabFathiSulima @DrAkhilX @CelestinoGutirr @SarahSchaferMD @NeuroSjogrens #MedTwitter #RheumXImage1) What counts as Raynaud’s?Recurrent, cold- or stress-triggered color change in digits: white → blue → red (can be biphasic).Tingling/pain on rewarming is common.Image 2) Primary vs […]

State to bring all diagnostic labs under health dept’s purview –

State to bring all diagnostic labs under health dept’s purview ByVicky Pathare Published on: Aug 11, 2025 06:20 am IST Health minister Prakash Abitkar informed that as per the new rules, the public health department will handle the registration of all diagnostic labs across the state In a major step towards improving quality and safety […]

Indian marriage laws and mental disorders: Is it necessary to amend the legal provisions?

GUEST EDITORIALIndian marriage laws and mental disorders: Is it necessary to amend the legal provisions?Choudhary Laxmi Narayan, Mridula Narayan1, Deep Shikha, Shivendra ShekharDepartment of Psychiatry, AN Magadh Medical College, Gaya, 1Clinical Psychologist, Akanksha – An Institute of Mentally Challenged, Bodhgaya, Bihar, IndiaMarriage has been, since ancient times, one of the most important social institutions in […]

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🧵 When It’s Not Sepsis – Clues That It’s Actually Autoimmunity

🧵 When It’s Not Sepsis – Clues That It’s Actually Autoimmunity Fever.Tachycardia.High CRP.Looks like sepsis—but cultures stay negative, and antibiotics don’t work. Let’s break down how to catch autoimmune mimicry of infection—before it’s too late. 👇@IhabFathiSulima @DrIanWeissman @DrAkhilX @CelestinoGutirr @NeuroSjogrens @SarahSchaferMD @drkeithsiau #MedTwitter #RheumTwitter 1. The classic setup: Patient has:✅ Fever✅ High CRP✅ High neutrophils✅ Looks […]

5 ENT pearls that concerns people only in the morning

5 ENT pearls that concerns people only in the morning. PIyush Kumar @drpiyushENT · 1h Morning ENT Symptoms: Detailed Narrative with Evidence Morning nasal congestion—often termed “AM Nasal Block”—arises primarily from the effects of recumbency on nasal venous drainage. When patients lie supine, venous blood pools in the capacitance vessels of the inferior turbinates, causing […]

Drug Combinations That Can Kill

@Rheumat_Aravind: 🧵 Drug Combinations That Can Kill — Interactions You Must Never Miss We prescribe these daily. Get the combination wrong → bleeding, rhabdomyolysis, bone marrow suppression, cardiac arrest. Here ar…… — Read on threadreaderapp.com/thread/1954198046432239714.html Aravind Palraj 🧵 Drug Combinations That Can Kill — Interactions You Must Never Miss We prescribe these daily. Get the […]

Dr. Bharat Sabharwal- the doctor of the poor

A Life Well-Lived: The Story of Dr. Bharat Sabharwal Picture this: It’s 1989, and I’m a young doctor, nervous but excited, standing outside the bustling Sabharwal Clinic in Motibazar. The place is a hive of activity—patients spilling out the door, chatting in hushed tones, waiting for the Dr. Bharat Sabharwal. I’m there to invite him […]

The Trailblazing Journey of Dr. Randhir Sud: India’s Gut Guru

A Life in Healing: The Story of Dr. Randhir Sud Dr. Randhir Sud, a gastroenterologist whose name resonates with trust and precision in the medical world, carved a legacy defined not just by his expertise but by his humanity. In 2009, at his bustling clinic in Medanta, Gurgaon, you’d find a bespectacled, slightly balding man […]

D Dimer

D-Dimer – Diagnostic Hero or Misleading Villain? We’ve all ordered D-Dimer.But do we really understand what it’s telling us?Let’s break down when D-Dimer helps—and when it just adds confusion👇@IhabFathiSulima @DrAkhilX @drkeithsiau @CelestinoGutirr @Janetbirdope @nirmalregency @Lupusreference #MedTwitter #NEETPG 1. What is D-Dimer, really? 🧬 It’s a fibrin degradation product.If you see it, it means the body formed […]

Dr. SL Tolani

Dr. SL Tolani, a distinguished kidney transplant surgeon, left an indelible mark on the medical community and the lives he touched. A proud alumnus of the 1971 batch of Sarojini Naidu Medical College (SNMC), Agra, he was more than a skilled physician—he was a childhood friend, a neighbor, and a classmate who shared laughter, dreams, […]

Vasculitis

🧵 Vasculitis is Not One Disease – It’s a SpectrumIt’s not a diagnosis.It’s a mechanism.From small-vessel purpura to large-vessel aneurysms, here’s how to recognize and reason through the vasculitis spectrum👇@Amansharmapgi @DurgaPrasannaM1 @12VRavindran @Kanjivellam @IhabFathiSulima @DrAkhilX #MedTwitter 1️⃣ Start With the Vessel Size 🔹 Large vessel: aorta and branches🔸 Medium vessel: muscular arteries🔻 Small vessel: arterioles, […]

Patient’s dying declaration proves costly for Fortis Hospital Mohali, Gastroenterologist: Rs 50 lakh compensation slapped

Chandigarh: Holding Mohali-based Fortis Hospital guilty of medical negligence while providing treatment to a patient suffering from an acute gastric problem, the District Consumer Disputes Redressal… — Read on medicaldialogues.in/news/health/medico-legal/patients-dying-declaration-proves-costly-for-fortis-hospital-mohali-gastroenterologist-rs-50-lakh-compensation-slapped-152916

Dr. Anandibai Gopalrao Joshi

Dr. Anandibai Gopalrao Joshi (March 31, 1865 – February 26, 1887) was a trailblazing Indian woman, recognized as one of the first Indian female physicians to earn a degree in Western medicine. Born as Yamuna in Kalyan, Maharashtra, in a Marathi Chitpavan Brahmin family, she was married at age nine to Gopalrao Joshi, a widower […]

Dr. A.K. Rairu Gopal

The Life of Dr. A.K. Rairu Gopal: The Heart of the “Two-Rupee Doctor” Imagine a small town in Kerala where a doctor’s door was always open, where the poorest could find care for just two rupees, and where a kind smile and a stethoscope brought hope to millions. This was the world of Dr. A.K. […]

What are CLOCCs?

What are CLOCCs? Cytotoxic Lesions of the Corpus Callosum (CLOCCs) are transient lesions primarily affecting the splenium (the posterior part) of the corpus callosum. They are characterized by restricted diffusion on MRI scans and are typically reversible, with a mild clinical course. These lesions are secondary to various underlying causes and are not a primary […]

Russell Valentine Gardner

Russell Valentine Gardner: The Larger-Than-Life Educator Who Shaped Dehradun’s Future Picture a crisp Dehradun morning in the early 1980s, the air alive with the scent of pine and the distant hum of the Doon Valley. On the grounds of St. Thomas’ College, a towering figure strides across the field, his military bearing unmistakable. Russell Valentine […]

EU AI Act

The EU AI Act, kicking in today, August 1, 2025, is a game-changer for healthcare AI, and it’s hitting the industry like a tidal wave. This isn’t just a bunch of bureaucratic rules—it’s a seismic shift in how AI gets developed, rolled out, and trusted in hospitals, clinics, and beyond. Let’s break it down in […]

the state of India’s healthcare system,

Your post raises critical concerns about the state of India’s healthcare system, particularly the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI), data exploitation, and the corporatization of medical care. Below is an analysis of the key points you’ve presented, grounded in available information, while addressing the broader implications for India’s healthcare sovereignty and national security. I’ll […]

Dr Pooran Chand Kumar

In the sun-dappled streets of Bannu, a bustling frontier town cradled at 32°54’9”N, 70°32’3”E in the North-West Frontier Province of British India—now Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan—young Puran Chand Kumar came into the world. The year was early in the 20th century, and Bannu was alive with the hum of trade, its bazaars brimming with merchants haggling […]

Patient

The word “patient” indeed has its etymological roots in the Latin verb “pati”, which means “to suffer” or “to endure.” Here’s a detailed breakdown of its derivation and evolution: Etymology Semantic Evolution The word patient developed two primary senses over time: Related Terms The root pati appears in other English words, reflecting similar themes of […]

Philippines Medical Degree Gets Official Recognition In India: What Does It Mean For Students?

Philippines Medical Degree Gets Official Recognition In India: What Does It Mean For Students? CHED has officially confirmed that the Philippines’ M.D. program aligns with India’s NMC norms, making Indian graduates eligible for FMGE and NExT. Simple Vishwakarma Updated: Monday, July 28, 2025, 02:10 PM IST In a move that brings longawaited clarity to Indian […]

Chennai Hospital, Doctor Ordered to Pay ₹33.75 Lakh After Premature Baby Loses Fingers Due to Negligence – The ilLogical Indian

Chennai Hospital, Doctor Ordered to Pay ₹33.75 Lakh After Premature Baby Loses Fingers Due to Negligence The Consumer Disputes Commission ruled hospital and gynaecologist negligent for unconsented cervical pessary causing premature birth and severe infant injury. News Desk July 28, 2025 The Chennai North District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed a city-based hospital and […]

The old Pillars of Dehradun’s Medical Community

In the 1950-80s, Dehradun was a quaint hill town, its streets lined with bungalows, deodar trees, and the gentle hum of a close-knit community. Amidst this serene backdrop, a group of dedicated doctors shaped the city’s medical landscape, earning the trust and admiration of its residents. From the bustling Chakrata Road to the quieter lanes […]

The Veteran Doctors of Dehradun

The full story. The Pioneers of Dehradun’s Medical Landscape: A Tapestry of Healing In the 1950-80s, Dehradun was a quaint hill town, its streets lined with bungalows, deodar trees, and the gentle hum of a close-knit community. Amidst this serene backdrop, a group of dedicated doctors shaped the city’s medical landscape, earning the trust and […]

Dr Hari Singh Maini- the full story

The Doctor of Dehradun: A Tale of Compassion and Courage The first time I met Dr. Hari Singh Maini, I was a lanky teenager, sprawled on a creaky wooden chair in his clinic on MKP Road. The place smelled of antiseptic and old books, with shelves groaning under the weight of medical journals and a […]

live surgery broadcasts

R-13014/02/2024/Ethics I/3787719/2025 No. R-13014/02/2024/Ethics रा􏰀􏰀ीय आयु􏰁ु􏰁व􏰃􏰂􏰃􏰂 ान आयोग NATIONAL MEDICAL COMMISSION आचार और िच􏰄􏰄क􏰅􏰅सा पंजंजीकरण बोड􏰂􏰂 ETHICS AND MEDICAL REGISTRATION BOARD Date: 26 July, 2025 PUBLIC NOTICE In the Writ Petition (Civil) No.1141/2023 filed before the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in the matter of Rahil Chaudhary and others Vs. Union of India and others, […]

लिविंग विल (Living Will)

भारत में लिविंग विल (Living Will) को कानूनी मान्यता सुप्रीम कोर्ट के 9 मार्च 2018 के एक ऐतिहासिक फैसले के माध्यम से मिली, जिसमें निष्क्रिय इच्छामृत्यु (Passive Euthanasia) को मंजूरी दी गई। यह फैसला कॉमन कॉज बनाम भारत सरकार मामले में आया, जिसमें कोर्ट ने माना कि व्यक्ति को गरिमापूर्ण मृत्यु का अधिकार है, जो […]

Mrs. M. E. Mobsy

Mrs. M. E. Mobsy served as a headmistress of St. Thomas’ College, Dehradun, following Mrs. A. G. Percy Paine, who was headmistress from 1942 for 14 years. The exact dates of Mrs. Mobsy’s tenure are not specified in the available information, but she was one of several women who took on the role before Mr. […]

Mrs. Dorothy Sealy

A Lively Chat with Mrs. Dorothy Sealy: The Heart of St. Thomas’ College Imagine sitting in a cozy Dehradun café, the faint scent of pine trees wafting through the air, as Mrs. Dorothy Sealy, former headmistress of St. Thomas’ College, leans forward with a twinkle in her eye, ready to share her story. The year […]

The Gupta’s and Goel’s family

Pramod Gupta, the legacy continues. Pramod Gupta, son of industrialist Mr. Ishwar Chand Goel and grandson of cement merchant Mr. Kedarnath Goel from Ballabgarh, Haryana, was a visionary entrepreneur and the driving force behind KK Spun Pipe Pvt. Ltd. (KKSPUN India Limited), a leading name in India’s precast concrete solutions sector. Fuelled by innovation and […]

Major Vivek Gupta, MVC (Posthumous)

In the spring of 1999, Major Vivek Gupta walked into my clinic in Dehradun, his khaki uniform crisp, a quiet confidence in his stride. I was swamped that day, patients spilling over in the waiting room, and I barely had a moment to glance at him. With an apologetic wave, I asked him to return […]

Mrs. Margaret J Alexander

Below is a humanized and enriched version of your memory, weaving in dialogue and speeches to bring the scene to life while staying true to the details you provided. I’ve imagined the setting, emotions, and interactions to make the story vivid and engaging, filling in gaps with plausible details for the era and context. The […]

St. Thomas’ College, Dehradun

Origins and FoundingSt. Thomas’ College, Dehradun, likely began in 1916, initiated by figures like Mr. R. K. Bruce and Maj G. A. Beazeley, aiming to provide English education for British officials’ children in Dehradun, where the Convent of Jesus & Mary was the only English school at the time. The school was established on leased […]

Mehant Indresh Charan Das

In the crisp autumn of 1969, Gandhi Road in Dehradun buzzed with the kind of excitement that only a new beginning could spark. Our wholesale paper ream shop, a modest dream of my brother Pradeep and me, Prem Prakash, was about to open its doors. The air smelled of fresh paint and the promise of […]

Mrs. Promilla Ghose

Mrs. Promilla Ghose, or Mrs Ghose, a name synonymous with discipline and grace, served as the revered Principal of St. Thomas School from the early 1970s, leaving an indelible mark on generations of students. Before her tenure, the school was led by Mrs Dorothy Sealy and before her, Mrs. Alexander, but it was Mrs. Ghose’s […]

MENTAL HEALTHCARE ACT, 2017 BOOKLET NIMHANS BENGALURU

MENTAL HEALTHCARE ACT, 2017 BOOKLET NIMHANS BENGALURU 1 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS PARTS PART1 PART2 TITLE CAPACITY GUIDANCE DOCUMENT PROFORMA FOR CAPACITY ASSESSMENT REQUEST FOR INDEPENDENT ADMISSION REQUEST FOR ADMISSION WITH HIGH SUPPORT NEEDS REQUEST FOR CONTINUATION OF ADMISSION WITH HIGH SUPPORT NEEDS REQUEST FOR ADMISSION OF A MINOR REQUEST FOR DISCHARGE BY INDEPENDENT PATIENT […]

Dr. Perumalsamy Namperumalsamy

Dr. Perumalsamy Namperumalsamy, affectionately known as Dr. Nam, was a visionary ophthalmologist whose life’s work transformed eye care in India and beyond, bringing sight to millions and hope to countless others. Born on July 9, 1940, in a small village near Theni, Tamil Nadu, he grew up in a humble farming family. His parents, Shri […]

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for drug screening in a government setup in India for legal purposes are governed by the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940,

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for drug screening in a government setup in India for legal purposes are governed by the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, and its associated rules, enforced by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. These procedures are designed to ensure compliance, accuracy, and […]

tragic deaths of the five resident doctors

The tragic deaths of the five resident doctors—Dr. Aakriti, Dr. Farseena, Dr. Hemlata, Dr. Abisho, and Dr. Jadabendra—within weeks, as highlighted in posts on X, point to a critical issue in India’s medical residency system. While specific details about these individual cases are not fully available in the provided references or public sources, the broader […]

osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis (OOKP),

Imagine losing your sight to severe corneal damage, where standard treatments like corneal transplants just won’t work. That’s where osteo-odonto-keratoprosthesis (OOKP), or “tooth-in-eye surgery,” comes in—a remarkable, almost sci-fi-sounding procedure that gives hope to those with extreme vision loss. Here’s how it works in a nutshell: surgeons take one of your teeth (often a canine) […]

A Brotherhood and Sisterhood of Doctors

The Stethoscope-to-Soul Crisis When you call out doctors being reduced to “assets” on a corporate balance sheet, you’re hitting the nail on the head. The corporatization of healthcare has turned a sacred profession into a numbers game. Hospitals, once sanctuaries of care, are increasingly run like factories, where patients are “throughput” and doctors are cogs […]

NEET UG Best Medical Colleges 2025:

NEET UG Best Medical Colleges 2025: The Medical Counselling Committee(MCC) will begin the counselling process for admission to medical colleges across India tomorrow, July 21, 2025. The admission will be based on the candidate’s scores achieved in the National Eligibility Entrance Exam (NEET) Undergraduate (UG) 2025. Students who qualified in the NEET UG examination will be […]

Dr. Rashid H. Merchant

Meet Dr. Rashid H. Merchant, a legendary figure in Mumbai’s medical world, whose 55-year journey in pediatrics, neonatology, and clinical genetics reads like a saga of compassion, brilliance, and relentless dedication. This isn’t just a doctor with a stethoscope; this is a man who’s spent over half a century piecing together the puzzle of children’s […]

Dr. Yellapragada Subbarao

Dr. Yellapragada Subbarao (January 12, 1895 – August 8, 1948) was an Indian-American biochemist whose groundbreaking contributions to medicine have saved countless lives, yet he remains relatively underrecognized. Born in Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh, India, Subbarao faced numerous challenges, including financial hardships and discrimination, but his perseverance led to monumental discoveries in biochemistry and pharmacology. Below […]

Biography of Som Prakash Goenka and Surendra Kumar Gupta, Founders of Goldiee Masale

In the bustling city of Kanpur, 1980 marked the beginning of a flavorful journey when two visionary friends, Goenka and Gupta, joined hands to create Shubham Goldiee Masale (P) Ltd. United by a shared passion for authentic Indian cuisine, they dreamed of bringing the vibrant, soul-warming flavors of India’s spices to every household. What started […]

Dr. N.L. Patni

Dr. N.L. Patni was a man of contradictions, a nephrologist whose angular, rugged face could’ve belonged to a Hollywood tough guy like Yul Brynner, yet his eyes carried the weight of countless patients’ stories. His squinted gaze, peering through the windshield of his old Fiat as he drove himself to the hospital, gave him the […]