Health Bulletin 30/September/2025 - Video
Overview
Here are the top health stories of the day:
Supreme Court considers plea challenging Bombay HC verdict on MBBS quota for Govt Employee wards
The Supreme Court has admitted appeals against the recent verdict of the Bombay High Court that nullified the 3 percent quota given by the Goa Government to children of central and state government employees for admission to MBBS and other degree courses in the colleges within the state.
Earlier in August, the Bombay High Court bench had quashed this reservation for the children of central and state government employees and persons in private occupations seeking admission to MBBS and BSc in nursing degree courses.
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SC to hear plea against Bombay HC order cancelling MBBS reservation for Govt employees' wards
Supreme Court Slaps Contempt Notices on Health Ministry, ICMR Over Bhopal Gas Victims' Medical Neglect
The Supreme Court of India has issued notices to top government officials in response to a contempt plea alleging non-compliance with the Apex Court's 2012 directives to improve medical care for Bhopal gas tragedy victims and to computerise their medical records.
Notices have been issued by the Apex Court to the Secretary of the Union Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, the Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), the Chief Secretary of Madhya Pradesh, and the Principal Secretary of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy Relief & Rehabilitation Department.
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NMC rejecting patients' appeals- Health Ministry seeks explanation
The Union Health Ministry is now examining the issue of the National Medical Commission (NMC) rejecting appeals by non-medical professionals, including patients and their families, according to information obtained through a Right to Information (RTI) application.
According to The New Indian Express report, responding to an RTI filed by Kerala-based health activist Dr KV Babu, pointing out that NMC was misleading the ministry and the parliament, the Union Health Ministry, in its September 19 response, said, "With reference to your representation, it is informed that the matter is being examined in consultation with NMC as per statutory provisions."
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NMC rejecting patients' appeals- Health Ministry takes up matter
Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru emerging as Heart Disease hotspots: Apollo Report
Heart diseases are rising alarmingly in India, with many unaware of hidden risks like artery calcification, fatty liver, and sleep apnea, reveals Apollo Hospitals’ Health of the Nation 2025 report. The World Health Organization states cardiovascular diseases cause 17.9 million deaths annually worldwide, yet many are preventable with lifestyle changes and early detection. Apollo’s study highlights Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru as heart disease hotspots where conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and coronary artery disease are prevalent, often affecting young adults, reports Financial Express.
Post-menopausal women face heightened risks, and vitamin deficiencies like D and B12 can exacerbate fatigue and inactivity. Cardiologists emphasize the emerging connection between gut health and heart function, linking gut microbiome imbalances to inflammation and heart disease and advocate for fiber-rich diets, prebiotics, and probiotics to support heart health. Furthermore, they urge regular screenings, balanced nutrition, and staying active to combat this silent epidemic, particularly in metro cities where lifestyle factors increase risks significantly.
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