Lucknow surgeon uses knife designed by him for complex surgery

IANS | December 20, 2023 2:06 PM

Lucknow, Dec 20 (IANS) A surgeon at the Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS) here used his own patented spinal surgery knife to treat a life-threatening condition of an 11-year-old patient from Uttar Pardesh's Sitapur.

Wheelchair Salsa event held in Hyderabad to boost patients' morale

IANS | December 19, 2023 7:31 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 19 (IANS) Patients facing conditions such as brain stroke, head injury, and spinal cord injury showcased their skills by performing Wheelchair Salsa, small games such throwing a ball at a target, and dancing to the tune of melodious songs and disco beats.

RMLIMS doctors perform rare brain surgery to save woman

IANS | December 19, 2023 2:21 PM

Lucknow, Dec 19 (IANS) Doctors at the Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS) saved the life of a woman suffering from a complex brain condition called carotid-cavernous fistula (CCF) by successfully performing a surgery.

Health Ministry issues advisory on continued Covid vigilance

IANS | December 18, 2023 9:58 PM

New Delhi, Dec 18 (IANS) The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) on Monday issued an advisory stressing the need for sustained vigilance against Covid-19 despite the World Health Organization's withdrawal of the PHEIC (Public Health Emergency of International Concern) status earlier this year.