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A 72-year-old woman was forced to hold an IV drip bottle for her injured grandson for nearly 30 minutes at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel District Hospital, Satna, after staff failed to provide a stand. Bystanders reported that drip stands were available but not used, highlighting staff negligence. The incident has drawn attention to chronic infrastructure and patient care issues at the hospital, which has a history of complaints about missing equipment and delayed assistance.

AIIMS Jammu has secured the 7th position nationwide in the Outlook Magazine Government Medical Universities Ranking 2025, making it the second-highest ranked institute after AIIMS Delhi. The institute scored 385.62/400 in Academic and Research Excellence, reflecting its advanced curriculum, robust research portfolio of 130+ projects, and rapid growth in patient care, surgeries, and diagnostics. This milestone highlights AIIMS Jammu's emergence as a leading academic and healthcare hub in India.

The 2025 ACC/AHA guideline recommends prompt initiation of antihypertensive medication for adults with hypertension, specifically when average systolic BP is ≥140 mm Hg. The update emphasizes early treatment to reduce cardiovascular, kidney, and diabetes risks, and highlights team-based care, home monitoring, and single-pill combinations. Lifestyle interventions remain foundational, but medication should not be delayed in eligible patients.

This study identifies the neutrophil-to-albumin ratio as a potential inflammatory mediator connecting chronic kidney disease and presbycusis. Indian clinicians managing elderly CKD patients should consider hearing assessments and monitor inflammatory markers to improve patient quality of life.

A new study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism reveals that increased intermuscular fat in the mid-thigh is metabolically active and associated with chronic inflammation, insulin resistance, and muscle dysfunction. Individuals with higher thigh muscle fat had elevated 24-hour glucose levels and worse cardiometabolic profiles compared to those with more abdominal fat. This finding suggests thigh muscle fat may be a significant, under-recognized risk factor for meta...

An 8-year-old boy from Kathua, Jammu & Kashmir, mute since birth due to a cleft lip and palate, found his voice after Army Captain Saurabh Salunkhe taught himself speech therapy and worked with the child for months. With no speech therapy available locally, the doctor’s dedication enabled the boy to speak for the first time, transforming his life and inspiring the community.

Singapore General Hospital's new AI chatbot, Peach, is projected to save over 600 junior doctor hours and 60 senior doctor hours annually by streamlining preoperative assessments. Integrated with hospital guidelines, Peach reduces documentation time by nearly six minutes per patient and demonstrates 98% accuracy in pre-surgery recommendations, allowing doctors to focus more on patient care.

For the first time, the Ministry of Ayush will have its own Consultative Committee, meeting August 19. This move aims to strengthen parliamentary oversight and policy focus on Ayush systems, signaling greater integration of traditional medicine into India’s healthcare framework. Doctors should expect increased policy and funding support for Ayush.

With over 22 lakh NEET UG 2025 candidates and limited MBBS seats in India, Japan is becoming a preferred alternative for Indian students. Japanese medical colleges offer globally respected programs, affordable insurance, and growing opportunities in geriatrics and digital health, though NEET qualification remains mandatory.

A new study finds a significant proportion of under-five children in low- and middle-income countries, including India, suffer from both diarrhea and acute respiratory tract infections. The findings underscore the need for integrated management protocols and preventive strategies in pediatric primary care.

Alcohol can significantly increase the risk of hypoglycemia in people with diabetes, especially when combined with insulin or sulfonylureas. The liver prioritizes metabolizing alcohol over maintaining blood glucose, making low blood sugar more likely—particularly if drinking occurs without food. Symptoms of hypoglycemia can mimic intoxication, complicating recognition and timely intervention.

A systematic review of 20 clinical trials (1,387 adults) found turmeric/curcumin supplementation led to modest but statistically significant reductions in body weight, waist size, body fat percentage, and hip circumference in people with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. Most studies used 80–2100 mg daily. Evidence certainty was low, and bioavailability remains a challenge, but advanced delivery methods are being explored.

Alcohol can cause both hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia in people with diabetes, depending on the type of drink, timing, and whether food is consumed. The liver prioritizes alcohol metabolism over glucose production, increasing the risk of dangerous lows, especially when drinking on an empty stomach or with certain diabetes medications. Symptoms of low blood sugar can be masked by intoxication, complicating management and increasing risk for severe complications.

The 2025 chikungunya outbreak has rapidly spread to 119 countries, now threatening about 5.6 billion people, including new outbreaks in temperate regions like France. The surge is driven by climate change, urbanization, and increased travel. No specific antiviral exists; two vaccines have limited availability. Control relies on vector management, surveillance, and international cooperation.

A new systematic review of five meta-analyses confirms that ginger supplementation significantly lowers fasting blood glucose and HbA1c in type 2 diabetes, and reduces key inflammatory markers such as CRP and TNF-α. The review highlights ginger's potential as a safe, natural adjunct therapy for diabetes management, though it notes high heterogeneity in some studies and calls for further research to standardize dosing and outcomes.