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Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Beware of common & silent non-alcoholic liver disease
Bhopal: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease can be a silent disease that shows few or no symptoms but can escalate to serious liver damage. It is a common ailment as well, one that you should be beware of. A state-wide initiative for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease screening began from June 1, including in Bhopal, targeting citizens aged above 30 years. According to a press release, this initiative focuses on awareness, early detection, treatment and prevention of liver-related ailments. The govt of Madhya Pradesh has established a partnership with the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences, New Delhi through an MoU. Earlier on May 21, the governor and the chief minister officially inaugurated this campaign on May 21. The programme involves initial screening by Asha workers for suspected NAFLD cases. They will collect data on BMI exceeding 23, waist circumference surpassing 80 cm in women and 90 cm in men, and diabetes history. Suspected cases will be reported to community health officers and workers. Participants will receive guidance on consuming home-available nutritious food and avoiding alcohol and tobacco, with regular follow-ups. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Encontre voos low-cost Voos | Anúncios de Pesquisa Saiba Mais Undo Medical professionals will conduct platelet count, SGOT (AST), SGPT (ALT) tests based on FIB-4 score calculations, followed by FIBROSCAN when medically indicated. Chief medical and health officer (CMHO) Bhopal, Dr Prabhakar Tiwari, emphasised that regular check-ups for non-communicable diseases can reduce illness severity. The non-communicable disease control programme and viral hepatitis control programme offer free services for liver-related issues. Previously, the Nirogi Kaya Abhiyan campaign screened for various non-communicable diseases, including high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, reaching over 50,000 people. Field health workers received training about liver function, related issues, symptom identification, dietary advice, exercise recommendations, lifestyle guidance and BMI calculations. The liver performs crucial functions continuously, including blood purification, toxin removal, nutrient storage, energy regulation, blood clotting maintenance, and production of bile, proteins, vitamins and minerals. Common liver conditions include fatty liver, fibrosis, hepatitis, cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Statewide TB awareness drive from June 1
Bhopal: A state-wide Intensive TB Free India Campaign will begin on June 1, with Bhopal among the key districts where health workers will reach out to vulnerable populations at transport hubs, health centres and industrial sites, officials said on Saturday. Dr Prabhakar Tiwari, Chief Medical and Health Officer of Bhopal, announced that camps would operate at transport hubs, Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, health centres, factories, construction sites, and industrial areas to ensure comprehensive coverage of working-class communities. The initiative focuses on screening, investigating, and treating high-risk patients, following the previous 100-day Nikshay camps held in 23 priority districts from December 7 to March 25, 2025. The campaign specifically addresses diabetics, the malnourished, smokers, alcohol users, former TB patients, contacts and HIV-positive individuals, utilising NAAT and X-ray for diagnosis. The campaign involves collaboration with local bodies, self-help groups, and various health committees. It aims to identify new Nikshay Mitras and TB Champions, whilst conducting awareness programmes through religious leaders, cultural activities, and school events. The initiative includes "Ni-Kshay Saptah" activities across government departments.
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Indo-Pak conflict: Bhopal hospitals mark rooftops with red cross
BHOPAL: Hospitals in the city are painting large red cross symbols on their rooftops as a precautionary measure amidst rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Tensions escalated between the two countries in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. Subsequently, India launched Operation Sindoor targeting terror bases in both govt and private, have been instructed to paint large red crosses with white backgrounds."These instructions were issued on May 7. They were issued to both private and govt hospitals, and the majority of the hospitals have already painted them. These instructions were issued as a safety measure by the govt," Chief Medical and Health Officer, Bhopal, Dr Prabhakar Tiwari told hospitals, both JP and Hamidia, have already painted red crosses on their rooftops. "We painted it on May 7 itself on the rooftop as per the precautionary measure and instructions issued," Superintendent of the Hamidia Hospital, Dr Sumit Tandon told major govt hospital in the city, AIIMS, is yet to paint the red cross on the rooftop, but its management has issued instructions to do so on Friday itself. Spokesperson for AIIMS Bhopal, Dr Ketan Mehra said, "Our Director has issued instructions for painting the red cross on the rooftop on Friday. It is likely to be done on Saturday."Sources said that the red cross is an internationally recognised emblem that signifies medical facilities and personnel. Protected under the Geneva Conventions, it serves to shield hospitals and other medical units from attacks during armed Wednesday, mock drills were held in the city as a preparatory and precautionary measure during increasing tensions. The state govt issued guidelines for the drill and other precautionary measures, including marking hospital roofs with a red cross.
