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Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Foundation laid for 50-bed critical care unit at MIMS
Mandya: A state-of-the-art 50-bed critical care unit (CCU) is coming up at Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences (MIMS) at a cost of Rs 16 crore to enhance advanced healthcare services in the region, announced Mandya MLA P Ravikumar. Speaking after laying the foundation stone for the project on the MIMS premises Wednesday, Ravikumar said the facility will serve not only Mandya but also patients from parts of Ramanagara and Tumakuru districts. He lauded the sustained efforts of MIMS director Dr Narasimha Swamy, which also led to the launch of robotic radiotherapy services at the hospital on the same day. The MLA emphasised the urgent need for a dedicated district hospital in Mandya and assured that steps are under way to make it a reality. He also revealed that the ongoing cancer hospital project is 70% complete and is expected to be ready by Sankranti, with govt approval already in place for essential equipment. Dr Narasimha Swamy said the new critical care unit, supported by the govt, will soon be operational and will be followed by the cancer care centre. He added that a proposal for casualty distribution facilities has been submitted and the govt has assured assistance. The upcoming CCU will feature advanced intensive care units (ICU), isolation wards, modern operation theatres, high-capacity oxygen systems, and dialysis wards. It will be equipped with ventilators, anaesthesia workstations, and other critical life-support systems. By enabling emergency care on-site, the facility aims to reduce patient transfers to tertiary centres, significantly improving survival rates and patient outcomes. MIMS medical superintendent Dr Shivakumar, Mandya Urban Development Authority director Krishna, city council member Sridhar, and school development committee president Abhilash were present at the event. 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.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Drug abuse big threat to nation's progress: Mandya DC
Mandya: Drug abuse is one of the gravest threats to the nation's progress, and everyone must shun narcotics to combat this menace, said deputy commissioner Kumara. He was speaking after inaugurating the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan – 2025 programme organised by the district police department at the MIMS auditorium here on Wednesday. Kumara stressed that preventing youth from consuming drugs and rehabilitating addicts is a collective social responsibility. "A significant proportion of crimes today are linked to substance abuse. Freeing society from drugs is a joint responsibility of both the public and the police," he said. Kumara urged students to take the lead in reforming peers, family members, and neighbours who have fallen into bad habits. "Human life is sacred—do not destroy it for momentary pleasures," he advised, calling on youth to adopt ethical values and build strong personalities that serve society. Superintendent of police Mallikarjun Baladandi said many youth and workers ruin their futures through addiction. The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, launched by the Union govt in 2020, aims to educate students in schools, colleges, and universities about the dangers of drug use. The Narcotics Bureau is also working nationwide to rehabilitate addicts, he added. Later, zilla panchayat CEO KR Nandini administered an oath to students pledging to stay away from substance abuse. MIMS director Dr Narasimhaswamy, additional superintendent of police Gangadhar Swamy, MIMS college principal Dr Hanumanth Prasad, and District Tobacco Control Cell officer Thimmaraju were also present. 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.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Mandya proposes to set up breast milk bank to reduce infant mortality
Mandya: To curb infant mortality, Mandya zilla panchayat CEO KR Nandini directed district health officials to visit Vanivilas Hospital in Bengaluru to study its successful 'Breast Milk Bank' model. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Based on their findings, a proposal will be prepared to establish a similar facility at Mandya District Hospital. The initiative aims to provide safely processed donor milk from lactating mothers to infants deprived of their own mother's milk, improving survival rates. All donated milk will be pasteurised to retain vital nutrients and antibodies, with a shelf life of up to six months. Only healthy mothers will be eligible to donate. Sharing her personal motivation, Nandini said, "I experienced motherhood twice, with both my children born in govt hospitals. My second daughter was delivered at Vanivilas Hospital, where I saw firsthand the impact of a breast milk bank. Many NICU babies cannot suck and need artificial feeding. For underweight infants, formula milk is often the only alternative. This bank will also benefit working mothers, ensuring their babies get breast milk even in their absence. " She said colostrum—produced in the first hour after birth—acts as a newborn's first vaccine, protecting against diseases. "Many mothers produce excess milk, which is often discarded. To me, it's as valuable as gold or diamonds. Mother's milk has no substitute; it's rich in immunity-boosting nutrients and can help any baby in need. For mothers, donation also prevents discomfort and health issues." Calling the plan a "win-win" for both newborns and mothers, Nandini added, "With our existing staff, we can start this facility to help bring down infant mortality. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Once the study visit is complete, we will set up a similar bank in Mandya to benefit many families." Dr Keerthi BJ, SNCU nodal officer, MIMS, said, "It's a really good initiative and need of the hour. In many cases, mothers of preterm babies are unable to produce sufficient breast milk. Using powdered milk can be risky, whereas mother's milk contains antibodies that provide protection and fulfil the baby's nutritional needs." At MIMS, about 600 babies are born every year, and on average, 150 of them are preterm—meaning they are born before completing nine months of pregnancy, he said. Dr Manohar R, associate professor of MIMS and president of Mandya District OBG Association, said, "That will definitely be beneficial. Those having issues with breastfeeding can definitely make use of this facility. Especially, preterm babies will be more beneficial."
AFP
14-07-2025
- Health
- AFP
Posts misrepresent study findings on contraceptive pills
The photo of a half-used pack of Trust brand contraceptive pills was misleadingly shared on Facebook on June 30, 2025. "Is this true? A new study has found a small but measurable increase in the risk of brain tumours linked to long-term use of the contraceptive pill desogestrel," says the Facebook post, referring to a hormone used in birth control pills (archived link). The post goes on to state that women who took pills containing this hormone for more than five years faced a higher risk of intracranial meningioma -- a type of brain tumour -- than those who used it for a shorter period. It notes that the heightened risk disappeared for women who stopped taking the pill after a year, and the study does not prove direct causation but supports cautious long-term use. "In contrast, another synthetic hormone, levonorgestrel, showed no increased tumor risk, even after extended use," it adds. Image Screenshot of the misleading Facebook post captured on July 14, 2025, with an orange X added by AFP Similar claims circulated on Facebook, including one that featured another brand, Lady. The posts triggered a flurry of comments from concerned users. "This is so sad if true. I've been using this brand for ten years," one user said. Another commented: "This is why it's better to use the calendar method." The brands Trust and Lady do not contain desogestrel but another hormone called levonorgestrel, according to the drugs database MIMS ( ). Keyword searches on Google found the misleading posts stem from a June 19 post on the Facebook page of Hashem Al-Ghaili, a content creator known for sharing science and technology-related stories (archived link). The post does not mention any specific brand of pills but links to the study published in the British Medical Journal on June 11 (archived link). The paper examined whether oral contraceptives containing desogestrel or levonorgestrel are linked to an increased risk of intracranial meningioma, based on data from women living in France who underwent surgery for the condition between 2020 and 2023. "The results showed a small increased risk of intracranial meningioma in women who had used desogestrel 75 µg for more than five continuous years, but no risk in users of levonorgestrel (alone or combined with oestrogen)," reads part of its summary. Image Screenshot of the study published by BMJ taken on July 10, 2025, with a blue highlight added by AFP Given these findings, women over 45 or those who have been using desogestrel for more than five years should consult their doctor to assess whether continuing use remains the best option, Noémie Roland, assistant professor of epidemiology at University of Southern Denmark and one of the authors, told AFP on July 7 (archived link). "The results of our study concerning levonorgestrel, alone or combined with oestrogen, and regardless of duration of use are reassuring," she added. "Our findings show no elevated meningioma risk with the combined oestrogen-levonorgestrel contraceptive pill -- the most commonly prescribed oral contraceptive globally." Marianne Austria, a gynaecologist from St. Clare's Medical Center in the Philippine capital Manila, separately told AFP on July 8 that hormonal birth control methods carry potential side effects such as headaches, nausea or, in very rare cases, blood clots (archived link). But these can be managed under medical supervision, including by temporarily stopping the pill or switching to alternative contraceptive options. "Taking pills remains to be one of the safest contraceptive measures that a woman can practice," Austria added. AFP has previously reported on misinformation around reproductive health here.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Despite a decade of appeals, specialist posts in MIMS remain vacant
Mandya: The absence of both cardiologists and nephrologists at Mandya District Hospital and Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences (MIMS) presents a significant healthcare challenge. Despite a decade of appeals to authorities, these crucial positions remain unfilled for reasons best known to the govt and the authorities, causing considerable concern among healthcare workers, community leaders, and residents seeking medical assistance. The absence of specialists compels cardiac and renal patients to seek treatment in nearby Mysuru or Bengaluru, resulting in additional expenses and physical strain for them, as well as their caregivers. Healthcare experts claimed having a cardiologist in their neighbourhood could prevent five to six fatalities monthly. As heart attack incidents rise across Karnataka, Mandya's inadequate emergency cardiac facilities make it particularly susceptible. Both MIMS and taluk hospitals lack proper equipment for critical cases, necessitating transfers and resulting in preventable deaths. The district's medical facilities can only provide basic cardiac tests like ECG, ECHO, and CPK-MB. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 손목 허리 무릎통증 고통스러워? "이것" 2주 마시니 순식간에 통증 사라진다! 관절 연골 2주 관리 Undo The past three months witnessed 20-25 cardiac-related deaths in Mandya, claimed medical professionals. Daily, 20-30 patients seek treatment for heart-related issues, with at least five patients requiring specialist care. Over 60 heart attack cases were documented in the previous two months, with most patients being transferred due to insufficient facilities. Dr P Narasimhaswamy, director of MIMS, said, "Despite repeated efforts, we were unable to bring cardiologists or nephrologists to Mandya. At taluk-level hospitals, ECG is often the only diagnostic tool available, and we lack the infrastructure to provide emergency cardiac care. On average, 30 patients come in with heart-related complaints, of which five are genuine cases. We manage mild and moderate ones, but serious cases are referred to Jayadeva Hospital in Mysuru. We requested a cardiologist three months ago, and once again, we appealed to the govt to sanction posts for both a cardiologist and a nephrologist. A cath lab would significantly improve outcomes and help us save lives," the director stated. He further added, "Patients with kidney problems also visit us daily in more numbers. The lack of specialists places unnecessary burdens on patients and families. He also mentioned that they even requested the central govt for the facility. On average, 40 people undergo dialysis every day and nearly ten people come with kidney-related issues." Farmer leader KS Nanjundegowda expressed sharp criticism, stating, "It is deeply unfortunate that Mandya still lacks a cardiologist and nephrologist—doctors who are essential for saving lives. Even after 10 years, this basic need remains unmet. Politicians have access to the best treatment anywhere, even abroad, but what about the common people?" he questioned. "Crores are spent on unimportant projects just to benefit a few through commissions, but the most important healthcare has been neglected," he claimed and urged the govt to act immediately and appoint these specialists.
