Health Bulletin 23/March/2026 - Video
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Here are the top health stories for the day:
Tamil Nadu Announces Rs 50 Lakh Bond Penalty for Super Speciality Admissions 2025
Doctors seeking admission to super-speciality courses in Tamil Nadu Government Medical Colleges under the in-service quota will be required to execute a bond worth Rs 50 lakh, committing to serve the Tamil Nadu Government until superannuation after completing the course.
According to the prospectus issued by the Selection Committee, Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DME&R), Chennai, in this regard, the bond requirement applies to in-service candidates admitted to Super Speciality (DM/MCh/DrNB) courses for the 2025 session (admission process being conducted in 2026).
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Rs 50 lakh bond penalty for TN Super speciality admissions 2025
Mohali Hospital, Three Doctors Directed to Pay Rs 45 Lakh Compensation for Negligence in Dengue Death Case
Holding a private hospital in Mohali and its doctors guilty of medical negligence in the death of a 19-year-old girl due to Dengue Shock Syndrome, sepsis and multi-organ dysfunction, the State Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission directed them to pay compensation of Rs 45 lakh to the mother of the deceased.
The Commission, comprising Padma Pandey, presiding member and Rajesh K Arya, member, was hearing an appeal filed by the mother of the deceased patient who passed away while undergoing treatment at Ivy Hospital. The complainant challenged the District Commission’s order and sought compensation from the State Commission.
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Man Survives 48 Hours Without Lungs in Rare ARDS and Organ Failure Case
In a remarkable case published in the Med, surgeons from Northwestern Medicine kept a patient alive for 48 hours without lungs using an artificial lung support system. Led by Ankit Bharat, the team treated a 33-year-old man with severe Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome caused by flu and bacterial pneumonia. His lungs were irreversibly damaged and spreading infection, while his heart and kidneys were also failing, leaving a double lung transplant as the only option, reports ScienceDaily.
To stabilize him, doctors removed both infected lungs and used an artificial system to oxygenate blood and remove carbon dioxide, effectively replacing lung function. The patient’s condition improved, allowing a successful transplant two days later. Analysis of the removed lungs showed extensive irreversible damage, challenging the belief that ARDS lungs can always recover. The case highlights a potential lifesaving bridge for critically ill patients awaiting donor organs, especially in advanced care settings.
WHO Warns Excess Fluoride May Harm Children’s Health and IQ Levels
Fluoride, a naturally occurring inorganic mineral, plays a crucial role in oral health but can be harmful in excess. According to the World Health Organization, fluoride helps prevent cavities by strengthening tooth enamel and increasing resistance to acid. Globally, around 2.4 billion people suffer from dental caries in permanent teeth, while 486 million children are affected in primary teeth.
The WHO recommends controlled fluoride use through toothpaste, fluoridated water, and a low-sugar diet. However, excessive intake-especially in regions with high fluoride levels in groundwater like India-can lead to dental and skeletal fluorosis, bone deformities, and osteosclerosis, according to DNA India.
Beyond oral effects, studies cited by the US National Library of Medicine and published in The Lancet Neurology suggest fluoride may act as a neurotoxicant, potentially lowering IQ in children. Fluoride is found in dental products, drinking water, and some foods. Experts advise supervising children while brushing to prevent ingestion and avoiding excessive fluoride exposure from multiple sources.
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