Health Bulletin 24/September/2025 - Video

Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University has recently decided to introduce a dedicated soft-skills course for its undergraduate students. The new course will be designed specifically for medical students.

This decision was taken in the backdrop of a study by the university. A majority of errors in medical practice can be traced to gaps in soft skills such as communication, critical reasoning, decision-making, and teamwork, according to a study by Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University.

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TN Dr MGR Medical University Introduces Soft Skills Training for MBBS Students

Karnataka MBBS Admission Scam: 3 doctors arrested for disability quota fraud

A major racket involving fake Unique Disability ID (UDID) cards has been exposed in Karnataka, where medical aspirants submitted fraudulent documents to obtain the UDID card and secure MBBS seats under the disability quota.

The scam operated across districts, including Koppal, Hosapete, and Bengaluru, and has now led to multiple arrests of doctors and officials. The first arrest was an ophthalmologist from the Mangaluru Village Primary Health Centre in Koppal. He was taken into custody by Malleswaram police on September 10 for allegedly issuing fake UDID cards to medical aspirants.

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Karnataka MBBS Admission Scam: Three Doctors Arrested for Disability Quota Fraud

NIMHANS unveils programs for Dementia and Geriatric Mental Health

The NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences) has announced two pioneering initiatives aimed at bridging the critical gap in geriatric mental health care — the NIMHANS–Vayomanasa Sanjeevani (VMS) Gruha, a community-based psychiatric outreach programme, and a Post-Diagnostic Dementia Care Centre in partnership with Dementia India Alliance (DIA).

The announcement coincided with World Alzheimer’s Day, observed annually on September 21.

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NIMHANS Launches Innovative Dementia and Geriatric Mental Health Programs

Indian Scientists Create Nanomaterial Enabling Brain Cell Activation Without Surgery

Scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) have discovered that a unique nanomaterial called graphitic carbon nitride (g-C₃N₄) can stimulate brain cells without invasive tools like electrodes or lasers. Published in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, the study shows this biocompatible material enhances neuron growth, maturity, and communication by responding to the brain’s electrical signals. It also boosts dopamine production in lab-grown brain-like cells and reduces harmful proteins linked to Parkinson’s disease in animal models.

Unlike current treatments such as deep brain stimulation, which require surgery, g-C₃N₄ naturally interacts with neurons by generating tiny electric fields that open calcium channels, promoting cell growth and connectivity. Acting like a smart switch, it activates only during the neuron’s resting state to prevent fatigue. This breakthrough offers promise for non-invasive therapies targeting neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Researchers believe it could revolutionize neuromodulation and advance futuristic brain-computer technologies. Further human studies are underway to confirm safety and effectiveness.

Reference: Singh, S., Kumar, S., Kumar, G., Mukherjee, S. (2025). Neuro-compatible Biomaterials: Pioneering Solutions for Brain and Nerve Disorders. In: Kumar, G., Mukherjee, S., Kumar, S. (eds) Biomaterials and Neurodegenerative Disorders. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-9959-6_3