JN.1 variant mild, not a cause for alarm: Guj Health Minister

IANS | December 20, 2023 7:54 PM

Gandhinagar, Dec 20 (IANS) Gujarat Health Minister Rushikesh Patel on Wednesday, in response to recent concerns over Covid-19 infections in the state, said that the current variant, JN.1, is considered mild, and not a cause for alarm.

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.