Here are the top health stories for the day:
Upper age limit to appoint Senior Resident in PGI Chandigarh increased from 40 to 45 years
Introducing a major change, the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) has given its permission to modify the upper age limit to appoint senior residents.
The institute has now increased the upper age limit from 40 to 45 years. This comes as a result of a series of orders and directives issued by the Central Government.
Senior Resident-ship (SRship) is a necessary entry point to medical academics in India. Back in the year 2019, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare extended the age limit to appoint senior residents from 37 years to 40 years.
For more details, check out the link given below:
Upper Age Limit To Appoint Senior Resident In PGI Chandigarh Increased From 40 To 45 Years
"Anguished over state of affairs in Indian Orthopaedic Association", Delhi HC appoints former judge as administrator
The Delhi High Court has expressed anguish at the state of affairs in the Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA) and appointed its former judge Justice J R Midha as its 'Administrator'.
In an order passed on a lawsuit by some doctors about "serious irregularities" in the conduct of elections to the medical body in November 2020, the court said as the Administrator, Justice Midha, shall conduct the affairs of the IOA till the executive committee is reconstituted pursuant to the elections slated to be held in November 2023.
For more details, check out the link given below:
Cervical cancer treatment hailed as most ‘remarkable’ breakthrough in 20 years, say scientists
WHO's move for regulation of AI in healthcare highlights risks: Report
The World Health Organization's (WHO) recent considerations for the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, highlights the potential challenges associated with using AI tools in the sector, according to a report on Wednesday.
The WHO regulatory considerations touch on the importance of establishing safety and effectiveness in AI tools, making systems available to those who need them, and fostering dialogue among those who develop and use AI tools.
For more details, check out the link given below:
WHO's Move For Regulation Of AI In Healthcare Highlights Risks: Report
Disclaimer: This website is primarily for healthcare professionals. The content here does not replace medical advice and should not be used as medical, diagnostic, endorsement, treatment, or prescription advice. Medical science evolves rapidly, and we strive to keep our information current. If you find any discrepancies, please contact us at corrections@medicaldialogues.in. Read our Correction Policy here. Nothing here should be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We do not endorse any healthcare advice that contradicts a physician's guidance. Use of this site is subject to our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Advertisement Policy. For more details, read our Full Disclaimer here.
NOTE: Join us in combating medical misinformation. If you encounter a questionable health, medical, or medical education claim, email us at factcheck@medicaldialogues.in for evaluation.