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Protect medical profession's interests: IMA appeals to MPs
The Indian Medical Association (IMA), which has strongly been opposing the draft National Medical Commission bill that seeks to replace the Medical Council of India with a new body, has urged parliamentarians to protect the interests of the medical profession. According to the IMA's national president K K Aggarwal, the draft NMC bill which recently was approved by the Cabinet, would "cripple" the medical profession by making it completely answerable to the bureaucracy and non-medical administrators. "The medical profession is currently going through a very tough time. It is time that parliamentarians take note of this crisis and act accordingly," he said. He said the formation of the NMC would add to the woes of medical sector as it would be a "regulator appointed by the administrators, under their direct control". Last week, the IMA had appealed to the prime minister to revise the draft bill in the larger interest of the medical profession and correct the anomalies. The .
Nutritionist who gave Aamir 'Dangal' look pens book
Nutritionist Nikhil Dhurandhar, who was responsible for Aamir Khan's wrestler looks in "Dangal", has come out with a book for fitness lovers and those aspiring for a healthier body. In "Fat-loss Diet", Dr Dhurandhar seeks to bust diet myths with facts over fads and provides a plan designed specifically for Indians. The book covers a range of topics - from reasons for weight gain, to things one need to fight it, to effective meal plans and motivational tips, to ways to stop the lost weight from returning. It is set for release next month. "On the one-year anniversary of the successful release of 'Dangal', the film, where the phenomenal fat-to-fit transformation of actor Aamir Khan took everyone by surprise, here is a book written by the very same doctor, Dr Nikhil Dhurandhar," publisher HarperCollins India said. Talking about his experience working with Dr Dhurandhar, Khan said, "Reducing body fat to less than 10 per cent for 'Dangal' was not easy. Dr Dhurandhar's vast ...
Higher income can make you selfish: study
People who earn more money tend to become selfish, while those who earn less take greater pleasure in their relationships and ability to connect with others, according to a study. "Most people think of money as some kind of unmitigated good. But some recent research suggests that this may not actually be the case. In many ways, money does not necessarily buy you happiness," said Paul Piff, from the University of California in the US. For the study published in the journal Emotion, the researchers used a survey of a nationally representative sample of 1,519 people. The participants were asked about their household income and answered a series of questions designed to measure their tendency to experience seven distinct emotions that are considered to make up the core of happiness: amusement, awe, compassion, contentment, enthusiasm, love and pride. For example, to measure compassion, the participants rated their agreement with various statements, including, "Nurturing ...
Goa government hospitals to charge outstation patients
Goa's state-run hospitals will start charging a minimum fee from outstation patients, Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said on Saturday.
Poor oral health ups frailty risk in older adults
Taking good care of your mouth, teeth and gums is a worthy goal even at the old age as according to a study oral health problems are linked to greater risks of developing frailty in older adults.The presence of oral health problems are linked with greater risks of being frail and developing frailty in older age, said researchers.Researchers analysed 1,622 older men with complete tooth loss, dry mouth and cumulative oral health problems.The results indicated that frailty was independent of socioeconomic factors and comorbidities.The findings suggest that identifying and treating poor oral health condition in older people could be important in preventing frailty.The research appears in Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
Skincare beauty regime to kick start your day
Just as food, clothing and shelter, a healthy beauty regime is a must for our skin. Do not forget to scrub your face and moisturise without fail, suggest experts
EAM asks Indian High Commission to issue medical visa to Pak
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj today asked the Indian High Commission in Islamabad to issue medical visa to a Pakistani national suffering from cancer. The patient, Maqbool Ahmad Qureshi, is suffering from fourth stage cancer and an appeal was made to Swaraj through Twitter. "I have asked the Indian High Commission in Islamabad to issue medical visa to Maqbool Ahmad Qureshi -- a Pakistani national for his treatment in India. @IndiainPakistan," Swaraj tweeted. In a separate tweet, a woman appealed to the External Affairs Minister to issue visa to her husband who is in Islamabad. "I have told the Indian High Commission in Islamabad to issue Visa to the groom, his brothers/sisters and the parents (sic)," Swaraj tweeted.
Succession doubts cloud Apotex future after billionaire owner's death
TORONTO (Reuters) - Canadian pharmaceuticals billionaire Barry Sherman failed to implement a succession plan at his Apotex business before his death last week, two business associates told Reuters, potentially leaving it vulnerable to takeover approaches.
Agitating government doctors in Rajasthan continue strike
Striking government doctors in Rajasthan today refused to resume their duties in hospitals where patients faced difficulties. The doctors are accusing the government of not executing the promises made to them last month and taking vindictive action against them. The in-service government doctors went on an indefinite strike on December 16 against the arrest of some of their fellow doctors under the Rajathan Essential Services Maintenance Act (RESMA). The act was invoked after the doctors threatened that they would go on strike. As many as 86 doctors had been arrested before the Rajasthan high court on Tuesday directed the agitating doctors to resume their duties and assured them that no doctor would be arrested. Dr Durgashankar Saini, general secretary of All Rajasthan In-Service Doctors' Association said in a statement that doctors at private hospitals would also boycott work for a day on December 25 if the government did not initiate steps to end the deadlock. Mahesh .
Delhi ex-Lt Governor Banwari Lal Joshi passes away
Delhi's former Lt Governor Banwari Lal Joshi died at a hospital here after undergoing treatment for cardiac and respiratory issues, said doctors on Friday. He was 81.
Former UP governor Banwari Lal Joshi passes away
Former Uttar Pradesh governor Banwari Lal Joshi passed away at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) today due to septic shock following an infection of the valves, hospital sources said. He was 82. The former police officer, who served as governor of several states, was admitted to hospital about 20 days ago. "He died today evening at the cardio critical care unit of AIIMS. He got his valves replaced around 10 years back. The valves had got infected because of which he was admitted. He died to septic shock," a source at the hospital said Joshi's entire family was by his side in his last moments. He was governor of Uttar Pradesh from 2009 to 2014. Before that he was lieutenant governor of Delhi from 2004 to 2007 and also served as governor in Meghalaya and Uttarakhand. Sepsis is a life threatening condition which occurs as a result of an infection. Septic shock is a condition when there is significant drop in blood pressure that can lead to respiratory or ...
A glorious kickstart to 69th Indian Pharma Congress at Chitkara University
69th Indian Pharmaceutical Congress (IPC), a three day International Conference between December 22-24, 2017, kickstarted at Chitkara University, Punjab campus with a grand and glorious inaugural ceremony presided by V. P. Badnore, Hon'ble Governor of Punjab, Brahm Mohinder Singh, Hon'ble Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab, with eminent dignitaries and officials from different fields on the dais.Dr. B. Suresh, President, PCI, Dr. Shailendra Saraf, Chairman- LOC, 69th IPC; Vice President, PCI, Dr. M.D. Burande, President, IPCA, Dr. G. N. Singh, Drug Controller General of India, Dr. V. R. V Rao, President, IPA, Dr. T.V. Narayanan, Vice President, IPCA, Dr. P.D. Chaudhari, President, APTI, Dr. S. L. Nasa, President, IHPA, Dr. Atul Kr. Nasa, President, IPGA, Dr. Ashok Chitkara, Chancellor, Chitkara University, Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Vice-Chancellor, Chitkara University, Dr. Preeti Kotiyal, Pro Vice Chancellor, SGRRITS University Dehradun and member PCI anchored the ceremony, ...
No impact of GST on prices of non-scheduled formulations: Govt
The GST would not have an impact on the prices of non-scheduled formulations which account for nearly 80 per cent of the pharma sector, the Rajya Sabha was informed today. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Chemicals & Fertilisers Mansukh L Mandaviya said that the government has analysed the impact of GST on prices of the formulations. "It is noticed that there will be almost no impact on the prices of non-scheduled formulations which account for nearly 80 per cent of the total pharmaceuticals sector," Mandaviya said. In respect of scheduled formulations, there is no impact on the prices of about 4 per cent formulations, which mainly include medications related to immunisation program, anti- cancer, oral rehydration salts, contraceptives among others, he added. "In most of the remaining formulations, which account for nearly 16 per cent of total pharmaceutical sector, there is an increase in the prices to the extent of nearly 2.3 per cent,"
Only pharmacists can stop fake drug menace: Punjab Governor
Inaugurating the three-day 69th Indian Pharmaceutical Congress (IPC) at the Chitkara University Campus here on Friday, Punjab Governor V P Singh Badnore said that pharmacists had a key role to play in stopping the menace of fake drugs entering the market.He called upon pharmaceutical professionals and the industry as whole to produce affordable medicines for the poor and placed emphasis on the need to cater to the rural hinterland. He asked pharmacists to reach out to villages in pursuit offering better healthcare."India is facing huge challenge of fake drug menace, and to minimise it, the pharmacists role is very important apart from regulatory agencies which are working to stop this unholy business. Pharmacists can easily stop this menace by detecting spurious drugs as they are the first line of administrating drugs," Badnore said.The 69th IPC is focusing its concern on India's over dependence on the import of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), the crucial raw material ...
Rajkummar Rao, Alia Bhatt crowned as PETA's 'Hottest Vegetarians'!
This year's competition to be named as PETA's Hottest Vegetarian Celebrities was tougher than ever - and the winners are Rajkummar Rao and Alia Bhatt.Both have made plant-based foods more popular than ever. Other celebrities who couldn't make it to the finals include Amitabh Bachchan, Vidyut Jammwal, Shahid Kapoor, Sunny Leone, R Madhavan, Kangana Ranaut and Sridevi to name a few."I prefer having vegetarian food. It is a way to healthy life," Alia said.Rajkumar's co-star Ayushmann Khurrana stated that the actor doesn't have any bad habits, as he "doesn't drink, doesn't smoke, doesn't have non-vegetarian, and talks in a good way.""Alia Bhatt and Rajkummar Rao are fit, hot, and compassionate, and they're setting a great example for their fans and millions of other people who want to fight climate change with their forks," said Sachin Bangera, PETA's associate director of celebrity and public relations."Both of PETA's winners prove that there's nothing sexier than compassion towards ...
Brief burst of exercise can boost your brain power
Students may please take note that exercising for a brief period before writing a test or going for an interview may improve performance. Researchers have found that just 10 minutes of exercise can prime the parts of the brain that help us focus and solve problems.
No major impact on prices of Essential Drugs post introduction of GST
In respect of Scheduled formulations, there is no impact on the prices of about 4% formulations, which mainly include formulations related to Immunization Program, Anti-cancer, Oral rehydration salts, Contraceptives etc. In most of the remaining formulations, which account for nearly 16% of total pharmaceutical sector, there is an increase in the prices to the extent of nearly 2.30%.
Singing in groups boosts mental health: study
Singing in groups could not only make you happier, but also help improve mental health conditions including anxiety and depression, according to a study. Researchers from the University of East Anglia in the UK found that people who took part in a community singing group maintained or improved their mental health. According to the study published in the BMJ journal Medical Humanities, the combination of singing and socialising was an essential part of recovery because it promoted an ongoing feeling of belonging and well-being. The researchers analysed participants who took part in the Sing Your Heart Out (SYHO) project - an initiative which runs weekly singing workshops, aimed at people with mental health conditions as well as the general public. They followed the group for six months and undertook interviews and focus groups with participants, organisers and workshop leaders. "We found that singing as part of a group contributes to people's recovery from mental health ..
Roche to buy U.S. cancer drugmaker Ignyta for $1.7 bln
(Reuters) - Swiss drugmaker Roche will buy U.S. cancer drug specialist Ignyta Inc for $1.7 billion in an agreed deal to broaden its oncology portfolio, the firms said on Friday.
Singing carols can make you happy, boost mental health
Love to be part of the choir singing Christmas carols? Singing in groups could not only make you happier, but also help improve mental health conditions like anxiety and depression, according to new research.