Health Bulletin 08/ April/ 2024

Although the patient challenged the qualifications of the doctors to conduct the hair transplant procedure, the top consumer court held that a person having an MBBS degree can perform the procedure of hair transplant, in which vital organs of the body are not affected.

The Delhi High Court has directed the Centre to treat representation as plea seeking the inclusion of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Naturopathy within Ayushman Bharat, the national public health insurance scheme.

A bench of Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Manmeet PS Arora disposed of the public interest litigation (PIL) after asking the Union Ministry of Ayush to decide the representation expeditiously, news agency PTI reported.

Granting interim relief to a student, the Karnataka High Court bench recently held that students holding Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cards are to be treated on par with Indian citizens while participating in Online counselling for admission to undergraduate medical and dental courses for 2024-2025.

"...we are of the opinion that this submission can be recorded that the OCI cardholders are to be permitted to participate in Online counseling for admission to undergraduate courses in Medical, Dental and Engineering for the Academic Year 2024-2025 for both Government and Private seats, on par with Indian citizens," the HC bench of Justices Anu Sivaraman and Anant Ramanath Hegde ordered on April 02, 2024.

As the state braces for the scorching summer months ahead, the Uttar Pradesh Health Department has taken proactive measures to address the potential risks associated with heat-related illnesses. With temperatures expected to soar, the department has released comprehensive guidelines aimed at mitigating the impact of extreme heat waves on public health.

The guidelines, directed to all District Magistrates and Chief Medical Officers, delineate a strategic framework for coordinated efforts in combating heat-related diseases. Emphasizing inter-departmental collaboration, the directives underscore the importance of proactive measures and community engagement in ensuring public well-being during periods of heightened heat stress.