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Time of India
22-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
IAP launches nationwide initiative on paediatric allergic disorders from Nagpur
1 2 Nagpur: The Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP), under the leadership of its national president 2025, Dr Vasant Khalatkar — who hails from Nagpur — launched a nationwide initiative to tackle the growing but often neglected issue of paediatric allergic disorders. "Allergic diseases are not just about sneezing or itching — they silently steal away a child's happiness, confidence, and health," said Dr Khalatkar, emphasising the urgent need for awareness. "We are not just treating sneezes and rashes — we are protecting childhood," he added, calling on parents, teachers, and paediatricians to take early action. With 20-30% of Indian children now estimated to suffer from allergies such as asthma, allergic rhinitis, food allergies, and atopic dermatitis, the IAP's campaign comes at a crucial time. Rapid urbanisation, climate change, air pollution, and shifting diets are further aggravating the problem. IAP's chapter of allergy and applied immunology will drive this movement from Nagpur to all corners of the country. "India is witnessing a silent surge in allergic disorders," Dr Khalatkar said. "Our mission is to standardise diagnosis, enhance paediatric training, and build community-level awareness so that no child suffers silently." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Storage running out on your Mac? Space Lens will show you why MacPaw Read More Undo The IAP's campaign not only aims at clinical improvement but also focuses on reducing the emotional and social impact of allergies on young lives. The academy has appealed to schools, paediatricians, parents, and policymakers to work hand-in-hand to identify symptoms early, ensure proper care, and create safe, allergy-informed environments. This nationwide effort, rooted in Nagpur leadership, marks a major step towards ensuring that childhood allergies are no longer ignored but addressed with seriousness, empathy, and science.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Health
- Time of India
City's Dr Khalatkar puts India on global map at Turkey summit
1 2 3 Nagpur: In a proud moment for India and Nagpur, Dr Vasant Khalatkar , president of Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP), represented the nation at the prestigious International Critical Emergency Medicine Conference (ICEMC) and the Emergency Chapter of the Turkey Academy of Pediatrics (ETAP), held recently in Antalya, Turkey. The event was organised by the World Academic Council of Emergency Medicine (WACEM) in collaboration with ETAP. Dr Khalatkar, a leading paediatrician from Nagpur, delivered a landmark talk on 'Skin as an alarming organ in paediatric emergencies', which received widespread appreciation from international delegates. He passionately advocated for the inclusion of paediatric emergencies as a critical component in emergency medicine, a field historically dominated by adult care. His strong representation led to a historic decision: Paediatric Emergency Medicine was officially incorporated as a recognised specialty within WACEM for the first time. Nagpur: In a proud moment for India and Nagpur, Dr Vasant Khalatkar, president of Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP), represented the nation at the prestigious International Critical Emergency Medicine Conference (ICEMC) and the Emergency Chapter of the Turkey Academy of Pediatrics (ETAP), held recently in Antalya, Turkey. The event was organised by the World Academic Council of Emergency Medicine (WACEM) in collaboration with ETAP. Dr Khalatkar, a leading paediatrician from Nagpur, delivered a landmark talk on 'Skin as an alarming organ in paediatric emergencies', which received widespread appreciation from international delegates. He passionately advocated for the inclusion of paediatric emergencies as a critical component in emergency medicine, a field historically dominated by adult care. His strong representation led to a historic decision: Paediatric Emergency Medicine was officially incorporated as a recognised specialty within WACEM for the first time.
