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A junior resident doctor at Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College, Meerut, was suspended after a 30-year-old accident victim, Sunil Kumar, died from excessive bleeding while left unattended for hours in the emergency ward. Viral video footage showed the doctor asleep as the victim's family pleaded for help. A three-member committee has been formed to investigate the alleged negligence.

A Chennai consumer court ordered a hospital and gynaecologist to pay Rs 33.65 lakh after a premature baby lost all five fingers of one hand to gangrene. The court found negligence in performing a cervical pessary procedure without proper consent, leading to preterm birth at 24 weeks and subsequent complications. The compensation covers treatment costs and pain and suffering.

A 25-year-old man was arrested in Pathanapuram, Kerala, after allegedly attempting to sexually assault a woman doctor on night duty by stuffing a cloth in her mouth and tying her hands. The doctor managed to alert locals, leading to the accused's arrest. The incident has triggered public outrage and renewed demands for enhanced security for medical professionals, especially during night shifts.

A Gandhinagar woman doctor was held under 'digital arrest' for 103 days by cybercriminals posing as officials, forcing her to transfer ₹19.24 crore through threats and constant video surveillance. The scammers, suspected to have links to Cambodia, coerced her into selling property, breaking FDs, and taking loans. Police have arrested one suspect and recovered ₹1 crore, but most funds remain unrecovered.

The article argues that Indian patients should use ChatGPT to double-check their doctors' advice, citing studies showing AI tools like ChatGPT can match or even surpass human diagnostic accuracy in some cases. However, it warns that ChatGPT is not infallible and should be used as a supplementary tool, not a replacement for professional medical judgment.

Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children in Mumbai has secured a lifelong, free supply of Trikafta—a US drug costing Rs 1.5 crore per child annually—for 40 children with cystic fibrosis. The deal, achieved after a year-long effort by Dr Parmarth Chandane, eliminates financial barriers for families and is expected to significantly improve quality and longevity of life for affected children.

A new study presented at ENDO 2025 reveals that socially isolated older adults are 34% more likely to have diabetes and 75% more likely to have poor blood sugar control than their socially connected peers. Researchers analyzed data from 3,833 adults aged 60–84, highlighting social isolation as a significant, yet often overlooked, risk factor for diabetes and poor glycemic control. Clinicians are urged to consider social isolation in diabetes risk assessments.

New research challenges the 10,000-steps-a-day benchmark, showing significant health benefits with as few as 4,000–7,000 steps daily. Incremental increases in daily steps are linked to reduced cardiovascular and all-cause mortality, especially in older adults. The findings suggest a more personalized approach to physical activity goals, making them more achievable for diverse populations.

The Supreme Court has ruled that AYUSH practitioners cannot prescribe allopathic medicines, reinforcing the legal distinction between traditional and modern medical systems. This decision addresses concerns over patient safety, professional boundaries, and the need for clear regulation, especially as some states had permitted cross-system practice. The judgment is expected to impact healthcare delivery, particularly in rural areas where AYUSH doctors often serve.

Doctors in Punjab report a surge in violence at government hospitals, with over 60 severe incidents in the past year. The PCMS Association warns that lack of promised security is driving high attrition and endangering staff, especially women on night duty. Calls intensify for immediate deployment of security personnel at all public health facilities.

The National Medical Commission now allows live surgical broadcasts only for new procedures, recommending pre-recorded videos for established or high-risk cases. Doctors must ensure patients face no financial burden and are covered by insurance. The move aims to balance experiential learning with patient safety and addresses concerns about misuse and lack of educational evidence.

Delhi-NCR hospitals report a 30–40% spike in hepatitis A and E cases during the monsoon, with children, pregnant women, and those with liver disease at highest risk. Experts urge doctors to prioritize early diagnosis, vaccination, and patient education on water hygiene, as delayed treatment can lead to severe complications. Annual preparedness remains inadequate.

BITS Pilani Hyderabad has developed a low-cost smart bandage that visually signals wound infections and kills bacteria using silver-coated fibers, eliminating the need for antibiotics. The bandage changes color when infection is detected and can be assessed via a smartphone app, enabling rapid, bedside infection management and supporting antimicrobial stewardship.

The FDA's new Elsa AI tool streamlines device submission reviews, demanding more strategic and precise documentation from manufacturers. Indian device makers targeting US markets must adapt to these changes, as AI-driven processes may accelerate approvals but require careful compliance to avoid resubmissions and delays.

India’s DCGI has directed state regulators to closely monitor NDMA impurity levels in ranitidine, a widely used antacid, and consider reducing its shelf life. This move aims to mitigate potential carcinogenic risks and could impact prescribing and dispensing practices for gastroenterologists and general practitioners.