Health Bulletin 09/ May/ 2024 - Video
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Here are the top health news for the day:
CBI busts bribery racket at RML Delhi; 9 including doctors, hospital staff arrested
Two senior cardiologists at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital, along with seven other persons were arrested on Wednesday by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for allegedly demanding and accepting bribes from medical equipment suppliers to use their products and stents.
One of the arrested cardiologists has been identified as Professor Dr Ajay Raj, Professor of Cardiology, ABVIMS and RML hospital while the other is Assistant Professor, Dr Parvatagouda Channappagouda. They allegedly formed a nexus with the medical equipment supplier firms and promoted their products for monetary gains.
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NEET 2024 cheating scandal: More than 24 culprits including 14 impersonators arrested by Bihar police
The Bihar Police have arrested more than two dozen individuals, including 14 impersonators and candidates,for cheating in the National Eligibility Entrance Test for Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2024 exam.
According to a recent report by HT, among those arrested, 14 people, who have been accused of impersonating registered candidates during the examination, hail from different districts of Bihar, where eight from Katihar, four from Purnia, two from Vaishali and one each from Are from Gopalganj and Patna. However, separate FIRs have been registered against these 14 solvers.
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ICMR releases dietary guidelines, says 56% diseases in India liked to diet
With the release of 17 dietary guidelines aimed at tackling the burgeoning burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as obesity and diabetes, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) revealed alarming statistics. On Wednesday, the ICMR disclosed that an overwhelming 56.4% of India's total disease burden stems from unhealthy diets. These guidelines, crafted by a committee of experts led by Dr. Hemalatha R, Director of ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), emphasize the crucial role of nutrition in preventing NCDs.
The National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) underscores the transformative potential of healthy diets and physical activity in mitigating coronary heart disease (CHD), hypertension (HTN), and type 2 diabetes. Recommendations include moderation in salt and fat intake, regular exercise, reduction in sugar consumption, and avoidance of ultra-processed foods. Encouraging the adoption of a wholesome lifestyle, the guidelines advocate for informed food choices through diligent reading of food labels.
People are breathing in cancer-causing chemicals in their cars, study finds
People may be exposed to cancer-causing chemicals while sitting in their cars, warned a recent study published in Environmental Science & Technology on May 7. The study revealed that most cars contain flame retardant chemicals, including TCIPP, TDCIPP, and TCEP, which are under investigation by the U.S. National Toxicology Program as potential carcinogens. According to lead author Rebecca Hoehn, the study found that interior materials release harmful chemicals into the cabin air of cars. This poses a significant public health concern, especially for drivers with longer commutes and child passengers, who breathe more air per pound than adults. The study analyzed 101 electric, gas, and hybrid cars from the U.S. dating from model year 2015 or newer. It noted that car materials release more toxic air in summer due to heat, with cancer-causing compounds detected in car seat foam. The researchers warned that commuters, particularly those with longer drives, are likely to be exposed to flame retardants. Children, who breathe more air per kilogram body weight compared to adults, may also face greater exposures during equivalent commuting times. The study also highlighted that individuals living in warmer climates may experience higher exposure to flame retardants and other semivolatile chemicals used in vehicles. To mitigate concentrations of flame retardants in cabin air, car users are advised to control their vehicle's cabin temperature by parking in a garage or shade instead of full sun.
Reference: Rebecca M. Hoehn, Lydia G. Jahl, Nicholas J. Herkert, Kate Hoffman, Anna Soehl, Miriam L. Diamond, Arlene Blum, and Heather M. Stapleton, Environmental Science & Technology Article ASAP, DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.3c10440
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