Health Bulletin 23/ April/ 2024

In a recent development, a Delhi court rejected Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea for daily consultations with a doctor via video conference and administration of insulin in Tihar Jail. However, the court directed the authorities of AIIMS-Delhi to form a medical board to evaluate Mr. Kejriwal's health needs, particularly concerning his diabetes. This decision came after concerns were raised about Mr. Kejriwal's diet and the management of his condition in jail.

The court instructed the AIIMS Medical Board to determine if specialized consultation is necessary and to prescribe a suitable diet and exercise plan. It emphasized that Mr. Kejriwal must adhere strictly to the prescribed diet, even if it means his home-cooked meals need adjustment. This ruling follows allegations that Mr. Kejriwal had been consuming items such as mangoes and sweets to manipulate his blood sugar levels for legal advantage.

NEET PG 2024 will be conducted in 259 exam centres this year, according to the tentative list issued by the NBE in the NEET PG 2024 information bulletin.

In recent months, there has been a surge in mumps cases across several Indian states, including Delhi-NCR, prompting concerns among healthcare professionals. Mumps, a viral infection primarily affecting children and young adults, presents with acute flu-like symptoms and inflammation of the salivary glands.

Common symptoms include fatigue, muscle pain, loss of appetite, headache, fever, and painful swelling in the salivary glands. While most cases resolve within a week without major complications, some individuals may experience prolonged discomfort, including inflammation of the testicles.