The National Medical Commission (NMC) has released clear guidelines for setting up new medical colleges or increasing MBBS seats for the academic year 2025-26. These guidelines are aimed at ensuring transparency, quality, and streamlined processes for medical institutions across India. Here’s everything you need to know. Guidelines for Establishing New Medical Colleges If your institution […]

A major medical milestone has been achieved with the FDA’s approval of the Aveir DR Dual-Chamber Leadless Pacemaker by Abbott. This innovative device is designed to treat patients with abnormal or slow heart rhythms (cardiac arrhythmia) and is the first of its kind to provide leadless pacing for both chambers of the heart. What Makes […]

Cyber fraud is becoming a growing threat, and even highly educated professionals like doctors are falling victim. A recent case in Kerala highlights how a doctor from Changanassery avoided losing ₹5 lakh to scammers and recovered ₹4.2 lakh with quick action. What Happened? A doctor from Changanassery was targeted by cybercriminals posing as Mumbai Police […]

The Kerala State Medical Council (Council of Modern Medicine) has issued a strict warning to doctors and hospital management, emphasizing that featuring doctors in advertisements violates the Indian Medical Council (Professional Conduct, Etiquette and Ethics) Regulations, 2002. This reminder is part of a larger effort to maintain professional ethics and curb misleading practices in healthcare […]

In a groundbreaking development, Russia has created its first mRNA cancer vaccine, marking a significant step forward in the fight against cancer. This innovation not only offers hope for effective treatment but also promises free distribution to patients starting in early 2025, making advanced cancer care more accessible than ever. How the Vaccine Works The […]

In a move that could make health insurance more affordable for millions, the GST Council is set to discuss a proposal to reduce the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on individual health insurance premiums from 18% to 5%. The proposal will be reviewed during the 55th GST Council meeting on December 21, 2024, in Jaisalmer. […]

The Karnataka government has announced a new program aimed at addressing the rising rate of C-section deliveries, which now account for 46% of all births in the state. With a special focus on reducing unnecessary cesarean surgeries, this initiative also highlights improvements in maternal healthcare, prevention of foeticide, and tackling fake clinics. Why Are C-Section […]

The Patna High Court recently ruled on a case involving the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) and a candidate for the position of Assistant Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology. The dispute revolved around whether marks for journal publications could be awarded for a research paper that had been accepted but not yet published. The court’s […]