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Time of India
21-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Krait caught slithering in snakebike victims' ward
1 2 3 Chandigarh: An uninvited guest — a venomous krait — slithered into the heart of the Govt Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Sector 32. The krait was spotted at the entrance of the intensive care unit (ICU) on Saturday late night — a unit ironically equipped to handle the very victims of snake bites. The dramatic event sent ripples of alarm through the hospital, though things were managed on time. "It was managed on time as the snake was spotted outside the ICU entrance," said Dr Manpreet, ICU in-charge. He said, "It perhaps entered through the drainage pipe and therefore we will soon place a mesh there." An eyewitness recounted the moment: "The guard used a wiper and stick to wrap the snake around to dispose of it." Hospital staff, already accustomed to the quiet hum of life-support machines, suddenly faced a different and unusual threat. In a late-night decision, staff chose to rely on internal security over an external rescue service, fearing that a time delay could allow the reptile to slither into the very ward that treats snakebite victims. "The first reaction was to call the security staff instead of any helpline for such reptiles as there was hardly anyone aware of the number. Also, by the time help would have arrived, the snake would have crept inside the ICU," said a staff member. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Linda Kozlowski, 67, Shows Off Her Perfect Figure In A New Photo The Noodle Box Undo by Taboola by Taboola Sources within GMCH revealed that snake sightings are a common occurrence during the monsoon and after spells of rain, particularly in the GMCH-32 hostel area and doctors' residence zones. These reptiles have also been observed crawling near the Sector 48-GMCH extension hospital. "I called 112 and they came to rescue us," said a GMCH staff member. The daring capture of the krait has brought to light a critical concern for the hospital's frontline security staff. A security guard, speaking on condition of anonymity, said, "There is no medical coverage for the security personnel who are on contract. If there had been some mishap during the catching of the snake, who would have helped the guard?" MSID:: 122818917 413 |
Time of India
20-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Spike in snakebite cases at GMCH as monsoon sets in
Nagpur: The Govt Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Nagpur reported a noticeable rise in snakebite cases with the onset of the monsoon, highlighting the increased risk posed by snakes during the rainy season. Between January and mid-July 2025, 179 snakebite cases were treated at the hospital, with a notable surge observed in June and July. According to the official data provided by GMCH, snakebite cases remained relatively low from January to April, with a monthly range of 7 to 19 cases. However, the number of cases began climbing rapidly from May, with 37 cases recorded, peaking in June with 53, followed by 36 more cases reported in just the first 16 days of July, indicating a continuing trend. Dr Avinash Gawande, medical superintendent of GMCH, Nagpur, confirmed the seasonal rise. "There is a clear link between the arrival of the monsoon and spike in snakebite incidents. Tall grasses, waterlogging, and human activity in farm areas and outskirts create more encounters with snakes. GMCH has adequate stock of anti-venom and emergency protocols in place," he said. Snake experts pointed out that monsoon drives snakes out of their underground shelters due to flooding and water accumulation. As a result, they are often spotted in unusual places — from farms and villages to even residential colonies and urban surroundings. "Snakes don't distinguish between rural and urban boundaries. During rains, they move out in search of dry, safe spaces — often ending up in backyards, basements, toilets, and gardens," said herpetologist Amit Kamble, who works on snake rescue and awareness in Vidarbha region. "Common non-venomous snakes are often mistaken as dangerous, leading to panic or unnecessary killing. However, the bigger danger comes from venomous species like the Russell's viper, cobra, and krait, all found in this region," he added. Health authorities urged people not to panic but to stay alert and take simple preventive measures, especially during this season. "Early treatment is critical. Even if the bite appears minor, victims should seek medical help immediately," said Dr Gawande. The GMCH, being a tertiary care centre, continues to serve as a major referral hospital for snakebite cases across Nagpur and surrounding districts.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Time of India
Amarnath Yatra resumes after daylong suspension
PTI photo JAMMU: The Amarnath Yatra resumed Friday, a day after the annual pilgrimage was suspended due to heavy rain and landslides in Kashmir that had resulted in the death of a woman pilgrim and injuries to four others. A 52-year-old woman pilgrim from Rajasthan succumbed to injuries from a shooting stone and four were injured in landslides along the Baltal route in Ganderbal district Wednesday. Officials said the 16th batch of 7,908 pilgrims left from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu for the twin base camps of Baltal and Nunwan-Pahalgam in Kashmir. Meanwhile, five pilgrims — all residents of Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh — were admitted in Govt Medical College and Hospital, Udhampur, after they were injured in an accident. According to preliminary reports, eight pilgrims were travelling in a vehicle when it was hit by a truck along the Jammu-Srinagar NH. Three of them suffered minor injuries. Police have started an investigation. The pilgrimage started on July 3 and will conclude on Aug 9, coinciding with Shravan Purnima and Raksha Bandhan .
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Time of India
7 killed as vehicle falls into gorge in Doda
JAMMU: Seven people, including a woman, died and 17 others were injured, four critically, when an overloaded passenger vehicle skidded off the road on Tuesday and plunged into a deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. The Tempo Traveller was on its way to Doda from Aul area when the driver lost control of the vehicle while negotiating a blind curve and fell near Ponda village. Police and residents rushed the victims to Govt Medical College and Hospital in Doda. 'Five were brought dead. The injured are being treated in the emergency unit,' officials said. As an immediate relief, deputy commissioner Harvinder Singh said he has released Rs 25,000 each to the next of kin of the deceased. Senior SP Sandeep Mehta said a case of rash and negligent driving besides overloading has been filed. Further probe is on, he said. Lt Governor Manoj Sinha condoled the deaths and prayed for speedy recovery of the injured. Union minister Jitendra Singh wrote on X, 'All possible help and medical aid is being provided.' Congress's Ghulam Mohammad Saroori expressed grief and urged the govt to provide Rs 10 lakh ex-gratia to familied of the deceased.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Maha Rolls Out ‘Code Pink' To Curb Baby Thefts at Govt Hosps
1 2 Nagpur: With crammed govt medical colleges and hospitals often turning into happy hunting ground for baby lifters, the Maharashtra govt has decided to put in place Code Pink — a global emergency protocol for a missing child. Sources in the govt said, rollout of the standard operating procedures (SOP) will curb theft of newborns. The July 9 govt resolution (GR) by the state's department of medical education research makes the commissioner (medical education and Ayush) responsible for implementation of the SOP. Medical superintendents of govt-run hospitals have been mandated to review measures every month and submit a three-monthly action taken report. Code Pink relates to an emergency call when the child goes missing and healthcare workers are directed to lead an extensive search. Other steps include sending an SOS to police or hospital security with the description of the child. Dr Avinash Gawande, medical superintendent of Govt Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), mentioned that a relative of an expectant mother is identified under Code Pink and when the child is born, its foot impression is stored in records before handing over the baby to the relative. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 짙어지는 기미, 이렇게 집에서 하니 해결되더라구요 에스테틱최원장 Undo The govt order specified that all hospital units, from diagnosis rooms, delivery wards, neonatal ICU to the discharge process, should be covered under the SOP. Handling 25 deliveries in 24 hours, Daga Memorial Women and Children Hospital here is the biggest govt-run maternity establishment, but since it comes under the public health department, an order from the department would be needed, said a senior official here. The district general hospital at Bhandara, which is also among the largest in the state, also handles 15 to 20 deliveries a day. And its sick newborn care unit (SNCU) caught fire in 2021, leaving 10 children charred. The establishment comes under the public health department, and it has its own security mechanism, said an official. The current order by DMEAR may not cover the Bhandara hospital. "We have our own mechanisms in place, including CCTVs and guards. Around 300 women are admitted to the hospital at a time," said the official. A senior AIIMS official said it too has an in-house mechanism, which includes Code Pink.
