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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 […]

Cancer treatment in India has taken a major step forward with researchers at AIIMS Delhi developing a CAR T-cell therapy for multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. This promising treatment has shown significant progress in animal trials, bringing hope to patients who currently face limited access to advanced therapies due to high costs. What […]

India is witnessing a growing burden of diabetes, and the need for advanced research has never been greater. In response, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), in collaboration with the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF), has established the country’s first diabetes biobank in Chennai. This state-of-the-art biobank aims to store biological samples to help […]

In a remarkable case of medical coordination and generosity, a live heart was transported over 1,067 km from Nagpur to Delhi to save a 59-year-old woman suffering from dilated cardiomyopathy. The successful transplant was performed at New Delhi, thanks to the swift efforts of medical teams, the Delhi Traffic Police, and the donor’s selfless family. […]

Dental erosion, or the loss of tooth enamel due to acid attacks, is a growing concern worldwide. Many people turn to whitening toothpastes for brighter smiles, but a new study published in BMC Oral Health highlights that these toothpastes may worsen dental erosion. On the other hand, toothpaste containing fluoride and Nano-Hydroxyapatite (Nano-HAP) has been […]

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal and metabolic disorders in women of reproductive age. It affects their weight, and insulin sensitivity, and increases the risk of metabolic syndrome, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. A recent study, published in the Iranian Biomedical Journal by Maryam A. and colleagues, has brought […]