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Time of India
4 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.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
‘Nasha Mukt Bharat' campaign: A slew of anti-drug rallies held in Mysuru, surrounding regions
A number of anti-drug rallies have been conducted in Mysuru and surrounding regions since the last few days as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' campaign. On Wednesday, at least two such events were conducted, one in Mysuru and another in Mandya, to draw public attention to the scourge of drug addiction and substance abuse among the youth. In Mandya, Deputy Commissioner Kumar inaugurated the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan 2025' organised by the Mandya district police. He said that drug abuse has emerged as one of the biggest challenges to the nation's development, and every citizen must resolve to stay away from narcotic substances to help address this problem. Mr. Kumar emphasised that the greatest social responsibility of all is to ensure that the youth do not fall prey to drugs, and to help rehabilitate those already addicted to it. He also drew a correlation between drug addiction and an increase in crime rate, and said that a review of registered criminal incidents in the district revealed that a significant proportion of it stemmed from substance abuse. The Mandya Deputy Commissioner called upon the public to work with the police to rid society of drugs, stressing that this responsibility rests on everyone. Addressing students in particular, Mr. Kumar urged them to take it upon themselves to reform and guide those in their colleges, families, and neighbourhoods who have developed tendencies of drug abuse. Superintendent of Police Mallikarjun Baladandi, in his address, observed that many young people and workers in the country have become slaves to harmful habits, thereby ruining their promising futures. The main objective of the campaign was to raise awareness in universities, higher educational institutions, and schools about the harmful effects of drug abuse. Mandya Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officer K. R. Nandini administered a pledge to the students to stay away from drug abuse. Hanumant Prasad, principal, Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, and others were present. Mysuru, which witnessed two rallies on Tuesday, organised by the Sarada Vilas Pharmacy College and ABVP, saw school and college children taking out a procession as part of the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan 2025' on Wednesday. The rally was organised by former corporator Suhail Baig, and the procession, which commenced from Mission Hospital circle (Dr. Zakir Hussain Circle), made its way through Sawday Road, Savoy Chowk, Meena Bazaar and culminated at St. Philomena's Church Circle. Karnataka Exhibition Authority chairperson and former mayor Ayub Khan, and others were present.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Accused arrested under NDPS Act dies in custody
Mysuru: Irshad, 44, an accused arrested in a case registered under the narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances (NDPS) Act, died while in judicial custody. Irshad and Akbar were apprehended by the excise department near Srirangapatna in Mandya district in June while they were allegedly transporting 12 kg of ganja. Both were remanded in judicial custody and were lodged in Mandya District Jail. Irshad obtained bail in the case, but his release was delayed due to a delay in providing surety. According to jail officials, Irshad developed high fever on Wednesday and was taken to the Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences for treatment. During treatment, he reportedly suffered seizures and later suffered a brain stroke. Doctors then discovered that he had kidney-related issues. Mandya jail authorities took special permission to shift him to KR Hospital in Mysuru for better treatment. He was then shifted to Mysuru, but he died late in the evening on Thursday. Irshad's family has alleged negligence on the part of jail officials for the delay in providing Irshad with timely medical care, which led to his death.
The Hindu
16-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
DC directs officials to ensure transparency and effective management of ‘Aarogya Dhama' at MIMS
Deputy Commissioner Kumar on Monday directed officials of the Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences (MIMS) to ensure transparent and effective management of 'Aarogya Dhama', a facility constructed on the campus using Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds. It provides affordable accommodation to caretakers of hospitalised patients. Presiding over a review meeting in Mandya, Dr. Kumar said that M.P. Krishnakumar, Joint Director, Department of Food and Civil Supplies, has been appointed as the nodal officer for Aarogya Dhama. Darshan Kumar, Resident Medical Officer, will oversee day-to-day operations. Caregivers wishing to stay at the facility will be charged a nominal fee of ₹30 a day. A computer-generated receipt must be issued based on the patient's registration number. The fees collected will be credited to the user fund and utilised for maintenance and staff remuneration, he said. Dr. Kumar instructed the staff members to install signboards at registration counters and to ensure that caretakers present the patient's registration details, an identity proof and the hospital admission slip to avail themselves of the facility. He stressed the need for cleanliness, display of caretaker guidelines, and regular maintenance. He said shortcomings were highlighted during a recent visit by the Lokayukta and that corrective measures have been initiated. A compliance report will be submitted soon, he added. Dr. Kumar directed MIMS Medical Superintendent Shivakumar to conduct surprise inspections during night shifts to ensure the presence and accountability of duty doctors and staff. Following the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the OPD, pharmacy, and vehicle parking area. Over the alleged irregularities in parking fee collection that ₹10 was being collected instead of the approved ₹7 for eight hours, Dr. Kumar warned that the parking contract would be cancelled if computerised billing and proper fee protocols were not followed.
Time of India
03-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
DC orders health centres to ensure essential medicines are in stock in Mandya
Mandya: Deputy commissioner Kumara has directed the heads of primary health centres (PHCs) and community health centres (CHCs) across the district to ensure the uninterrupted availability of essential medicines, including injections, to treat snakebite and dog bite cases. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now During a review meeting at the DC's office, Kumara highlighted the recent tragic death of a girl who was en route Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences (MIMS) for treatment following a dog bite. He stated that the incident could have been avoided if timely medical care was provided at Maddur taluk hospital. Emphasising the importance of preparedness, Kumara said that life-saving medicines must be readily available at all health centres. To enforce this, nodal officers are appointed in every taluk. These officers are tasked with conducting regular inspections of health facilities under their jurisdiction and submitting detailed reports. "Doctors now have access to real-time stock information through mobile apps. We must utilise technology effectively," Kumara said, urging medical staff to work with compassion and prioritise human life. With the onset of monsoon, Kumara also warned of an increased risk of vector-borne diseases such as dengue, malaria, and chikungunya, and called for intensified awareness campaigns, especially at construction sites where stagnant water is common. The district reported one positive Covid case. The patient is currently under home isolation. SARI cases are also being tested at MIMS, and Kumara instructed that similar tests be extended to SARI patients in private hospitals. Kumara also reviewed progress under the district's Non-Communicable Disease screening programmes, which focus on early detection of diabetes, hypertension, and cancer. He stressed the need for follow-up data to ensure that identified patients are receiving proper treatment. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now More outreach programmes are to be organised in high-risk areas. Noting a rise in heart attack-related deaths in the district, Kumara instructed health officials to conduct age-wise surveys and submit detailed reports. He also called for data on the number of patients being screened under the heart disease control programme and those referred for specialist care. Universal Immunisation Programme and maternal mortality reports were also reviewed. District panchayat deputy secretary-2 T Lakshmi, district health and family welfare officer Dr K Mohan, RCH officer Dr KP Ashwath, district survey officer Dr Kumar, leprosy eradication officer Dr Somashekhar, and district AIDS control officer Dr MN Ashalatha were also present.
