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A resident doctor at SMHS Hospital, Srinagar, was allegedly assaulted by a patient's attendant after the patient's death in the emergency ward, triggering protests by doctors and staff. The incident, captured on video and widely shared, led to an FIR being filed and renewed calls from the medical fraternity for stronger measures to protect healthcare workers from violence. Authorities have promised action.

An 11-year-old girl admitted for dengue at a private hospital in Pusad was allegedly molested by a compounder while her father was away. The hospital's owner, Dr Tushar Pawar, was also booked for concealing the incident after the girl reported it to him and he failed to act. Both accused are absconding. Police registered cases following a complaint by the girl's mother and reviewed CCTV footage as part of the investigation.

The National Medical Commission has proposed removing the ₹2.5 lakh application fee for recognition of new medical qualifications in India. This move, if finalized, will lower barriers for institutions and doctors seeking recognition for additional qualifications, potentially expanding specialty offerings and reducing administrative hurdles.

Over 25,000 nurses in Maharashtra continue their indefinite strike, demanding end to contractual hiring and pay parity. Hospitals are deploying student nurses and seeking municipal support. The government promises a written assurance and new recruitment rules, but service disruptions persist.

India is dispatching a team of burn-specialist doctors and nurses to Bangladesh to assist with treatment of air crash victims. This move highlights India's growing regional role in emergency medicine and offers opportunities for cross-border clinical collaboration and knowledge exchange.

The Supreme Court has declined to stay NEET-UG 2025 counselling despite hearing grievances from students affected by exam disruptions. This decision ensures that undergraduate medical admissions will proceed as scheduled, providing clarity for both students and institutions amid ongoing legal challenges.

AIIMS Delhi signs a landmark agreement with TU Dresden to develop affordable robotic surgery, AI-driven oncology solutions, and low-cost liquid biopsy diagnostics. The collaboration aims to make advanced cancer care accessible and cost-effective, with direct clinical integration and startup incubation for Indian hospitals.

A new study highlights that GLP-1 receptor agonists significantly lower the risk of cardiovascular and renal complications in diabetic patients with monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS). The findings suggest GLP-1 RAs may be valuable for primary prevention in this high-risk group, supporting their expanded use in diabetes care.

Dr. Salvador Plasencia, a Los Angeles physician, pleaded guilty in federal court to four counts of distributing ketamine to actor Matthew Perry in the month before Perry's fatal overdose. Plasencia admitted to illegally supplying Perry with 20 vials of ketamine, lozenges, and syringes, and enlisting another doctor to help. He faces up to 40 years in prison and is expected to surrender his medical license within 30–45 days. The case highlights risks of off-label ketamine use and regulatory gaps.

A hormone-free male birth control pill, YCT-529, has passed its first human safety trial with no serious side effects reported. The study involved 16 men (all post-vasectomy) and monitored for hormonal, cardiovascular, and sexual function changes. Next, longer trials will assess sperm suppression and effectiveness. If approved, YCT-529 could become the first oral, hormone-free male contraceptive, expanding options beyond condoms and vasectomy.

A new Italian pilot study presented at ENDO 2025 shows tirzepatide not only drives significant weight loss but also rapidly normalizes testosterone and other gonadal hormones in obese men with metabolic hypogonadism. Over just 2 months, tirzepatide improved total and bioavailable testosterone, LH, FSH, SHBG, and erectile function more robustly than testosterone therapy, suggesting it may restore endogenous hormonal function and offer a safer, more sustainable alternative for this population.

With India’s elderly population set to match the US by 2050, experts urge a shift to home-based primary care, digital health, and mobile medical vans. NITI Aayog highlights the need for higher health spending and innovative models to address rising NCDs and support financially strong seniors.

Resident doctors in Uttar Pradesh have raised concerns over the newly released PG seat matrix, alleging that senior resident (SR) posts in top medical colleges are missing. They claim this omission is a deliberate move to push doctors to peripheral institutions, potentially impacting career progression and quality of training. The controversy has sparked calls for transparency and review of the allocation process.

A meta-analysis of 11 randomized trials (2,466 participants) reveals that stopping GLP-1 anti-obesity medications often results in significant weight regain, beginning as early as eight weeks and stabilizing by six months. The rebound is seen across drug classes and patient subgroups, with those losing more weight during treatment regaining more after cessation. Lifestyle interventions did not prevent regain. The findings highlight the need for ongoing therapy or new strategies to sustain wei...

A new experimental study finds that even brief exposure to negative social media comments can significantly increase anxiety and lower mood in adults, with younger adults (<35 years) especially vulnerable. The research, using AI-generated comments in a simulated forum, provides direct evidence that online negativity has immediate adverse effects on mental health, highlighting the urgent need for digital literacy and protective platform features.