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Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Walk to promote bone & joint health
Varanasi: Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, hosted a walk as a part of Bone and Joint Week. Chief patron and IMS director, prof SN Sankhwar, led the event, emphasizing the critical importance of bone health, particularly for the elderly. Prof Amit Rastogi spoke on this year's theme by the Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA), focusing on fall prevention and osteoporosis and and urged all to adopt preventive measures. Dr Sanjay Yadav underscored the importance of teamwork in the healthcare sector. The event concluded with a commitment from all participants to continue advocating for better bone health and holistic care for the elderly. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
4 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
IMS BHU hosts bone and joint week walk to promote bone health awareness
VARANASI: In a significant initiative to raise awareness about bone and joint health, the Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, hosted a walk as part of Bone and Joint Week. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The event attracted a gathering, including faculty, junior doctors from the Orthopaedics Department, and members of the community. The chief patron and IMS Director, Prof. SN Sankhwar, led the event, emphasising the critical importance of bone health, particularly for the elderly. "Caring for our elders is not just a responsibility; it is a vital aspect of building a healthier nation. Holistic care is essential for their well-being," he said. Prof. Amit Rastogi addressed the audience regarding this year's theme from the Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA), focusing on fall prevention and osteoporosis. He highlighted the increasing prevalence of these issues in the elderly population and urged participants to adopt preventive measures. Dr. expressed his gratitude to everyone involved and underscored the importance of teamwork in the healthcare sector. He remarked, "It is through collaboration and shared efforts that we can make a meaningful impact on the health of our community." The event concluded with a commitment from all participants to continue advocating for better bone health and holistic care for the elderly, reinforcing the message that proactive health measures can lead to a healthier future for everyone.
Time of India
28-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
475 patients screened for hepatitis at IMS-BHU
Varanasi: About 475 patients were screened for Hepatitis B and C and given medicines for viral hepatitis free of cost in the OPD of gastroenterology department, at the Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS) BHU on Monday, marking World Hepatitis Day. On the occasion, People were made aware of the disease through banners, posters, and hoardings. The Viral Hepatitis Control Programme, operated under the department of gastroenterology, has been running since Sept 14, 2020. Under this program, free examination of the patient, viral load test, and free medicine are being distributed. So far, about 10,190 patients have been registered. The programme, run by the govt of India, aims to make India hepatitis-free by 2030. On Monday, 7 patients were found positive for hepatitis B, and 2 patients were found positive for hepatitis C . Dr Devesh Prakash Yadav, head of gastroenterology and nodal officer of the programme, said HbiG is administered to newborns of a hepatitis B positive woman, for free under this program. Prof. Shampa Anyapurva of the department of microbiology and Dr Kuhu Chatterjee, Dr. Sunit Kumar Shukla, Dr. Anurag Tiwari, Dr. Vinod Kumar, and Dr. Brijesh Pandey of the Gastroenterology Department participated in the programme.
Time of India
25-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Workshop on self-care for academic success, mental health
Varanasi: The well-being services cell of Banaras Hindu University organised a workshop on 'Self-Care for Academic Success: Strategies for Nurturing Well-being at University', on International Self-Care Day 2025. The event aimed to empower students with essential strategies for maintaining their well-being and achieving academic success. The workshop focused on key objectives, including understanding the importance of self-care in academic success, identifying personal stressors, and developing effective coping mechanisms. Prof Manushi Srivastava, from the department of community medicine, Institute of Medical Sciences, served as the resource person. She emphasised the critical link between self-care and a healthy academic life. Nityanand Tiwari, student counsellor of the well-being services cell, explained the aspects of self-care, including self-care actions and interventions. Over 150 students participated in the workshop from various faculties.
The Hindu
24-07-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
One more death after two-week battle, toll rises to 12
One more person succumbed while undergoing treatment at a hospital, nearly two weeks after allegedly consuming adulterated toddy in Hyderabad, bringing the death toll in the case to 12. The deceased, identified as 35-year-old A. Vijay, succumbed at 1:22 a.m. on Thursday (July 24, 2025) at Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS) in Hyderabad, where he had been receiving treatment since July 9. He was initially admitted to Gandhi Hospital on July 8 before being referred to NIMS the following day. According to information shared by the hospital, Vijay succumbed to sepsis and Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome (MODS), a life-threatening condition in which an infection leads to systemic inflammation, eventually causing the failure of vital organs such as the liver, kidneys, and lungs. 'A. Vijay, admitted with history toddy consumption, was intubated on July 23, has expired today at 1:22 a.m. July 24 due to sepsis with MODS. Death summary is being written now , the local police station has been informed as it an MLC case,' a statement from the hospital read. Meanwhile, several others are still undergoing treatment at various hospitals across the city. The victims, mostly from Kukatpally, were rushed to hospital on the night of July 8 after experiencing symptoms such as diarrhoea, low blood pressure, dizziness, and fatigue. Since then, hospitals have continued to receive patients reporting similar complaints. They had allegedly consumed toddy from three toddy depots in Kukatpally, samples of which have tested positive for alprazolam. Further investigation in the case is underway by the excise officials.
