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A new FICCI-EY-Parthenon report reveals 83% of Indian patients want accessible, objective healthcare information, and nearly 90% are willing to pay more for certified quality. The findings highlight urgent demand for a national framework with clear quality standards, as India still faces low hospital bed density and fragmented payor-provider systems.

AIIMS Delhi suspended Dr AK Bisoi as CTVS head after Nurses Union filed harassment complaint alleging abusive, vulgar, sexist language against female staff. Enquiry committee formed. Dr Bisoi previously suspended in 2019 for similar allegations and in 2012 for medical negligence.

At least 11 children in Madhya Pradesh died from kidney failure after consuming Coldrif cough syrup contaminated with toxic diethylene glycol (DEG), far exceeding permissible limits. The Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP) President-Elect Dr Neelam Mohan emphasized this reflects systemic regulatory and manufacturing failures, not medical negligence by the prescribing paediatrician, who was unaware of the contamination. The IAP and other medical associations demand the case against the doctor ...

National Medical Commission releases updated seat matrix with 9,075 new MBBS seats for 2025-26, bringing total to 1,26,600. Andhra Pradesh's Santhiram Medical College increased intake to 250 seats. MCC extends Round 3 counselling choice-filling deadline to October 13, results expected October 15.

A tragic road accident occurred near Greenlands, Begumpet, Hyderabad, when a speeding lorry rammed into a Rapido bike early Sunday morning. The collision killed both the bike rider, Muddhamgal Naveen, and his pillion passenger, Dr Kasthuri Jagadish Chandra, a general physician. Police have registered a case of rash and negligent driving under Section 106 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita against the lorry driver, who tested negative for alcohol. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about roa...

At Mentcon 2025, Indian ENT surgeons demonstrated advanced techniques like Laryngeal Reinnervation and new approaches for skull base osteomyelitis. These innovations are redefining standards in voice restoration and infection management, offering new hope for patients with complex ENT conditions.

Dr Saurabh Sethi, US-based gastroenterologist, warns that scented candles, plastic cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can release toxins, microplastics, and hormone disruptors. Scented candles emit phthalates and VOCs, plastic boards shed microplastics into food, and damaged non-stick pans may release harmful chemicals. Safer alternatives include soy/beeswax candles, wood/bamboo boards, and stainless steel or ceramic cookware. Long-term exposure is the main risk.

Punjabi University researchers have unveiled a non-invasive diagnostic method using advanced dermoscopic imaging and deep learning, achieving up to 99.98% accuracy in early skin cancer detection. This tool could sharply reduce unnecessary biopsies and enable Indian clinicians to intervene earlier, potentially lowering skin cancer mortality rates.

Despite advances in minimally invasive treatments for uterine fibroids, many women—especially women of color—are still primarily offered hysterectomy as the main option. The article highlights persistent gaps in patient education, provider training, and systemic biases that limit access to uterus-sparing procedures. Experts call for greater awareness and equitable access to less invasive therapies to improve outcomes and preserve fertility.

A new study demonstrates that optical coherence elastography (OCE) can noninvasively detect increased corneal stiffness in eyes with experimental glaucoma, independent of intraocular pressure. This pilot data suggests OCE could become a practical tool for early glaucoma detection and monitoring, potentially transforming screening and management strategies for Indian ophthalmologists, where glaucoma remains a leading cause of irreversible blindness.

A Copenhagen study found that higher brain serotonin activity, measured by LDAEP EEG before SSRI treatment, predicts sexual side effects—especially difficulty reaching orgasm—with 87% accuracy in depressed patients. This non-invasive test could help clinicians select antidepressants to minimize sexual dysfunction, potentially improving adherence and quality of life. Larger studies are underway to validate these findings.

The National Medical Commission (NMC) faces criticism for discrepancies in India's doctor registry. Despite 80,000 medical graduates, only 21 doctors were added to the registry. State councils report significantly higher numbers than NMC data, highlighting a need for accurate healthcare planning.

Japan officially declared a nationwide flu outbreak in early October 2025, five weeks ahead of schedule. Over 4,000 people have been hospitalised, and 135 schools closed. Experts warn the virus may be evolving faster, with cases jumping from 4,030 to over 6,000 within a week.

A major study highlights that early detection of prostate cancer through regular PSA testing can reduce death risk by up to 50%. Experts emphasize PSA screening's role in identifying treatable cancers early, especially for men aged 45–69 and those at higher risk due to family history or genetics. However, clinicians must balance benefits with risks of overdiagnosis and overtreatment, as many detected cancers are low-risk and may not require immediate intervention.

Singapore study of 5,336 toddlers (17-24 months) found those exceeding 1.31 hours daily screen time had 24% higher likelihood of positive M-CHAT-R/F results, with strongest associations in social-communication domains. No links found with motor skills or sensory issues.