Friday, Oct 07, 2022
Journalism of Courage
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‘Chronic pain is India’s hidden health crisis’
‘People should understand that chronic pain is a disease in itself and early intervention is required to avoid its huge impact on the functional ability and mental health of patients. We see patients suffering for years,’ says Dr Babita Ghai, Professor, Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh
Sat, Oct 01, 2022
One year of PGI’s oncology department: ‘Best treatment for everyone, cancer cells are no longer immortal’
Dr Pankaj Malhotra, professor and head of the department talks about the many advanced and world-class cancer therapies that the new department at the institute offers to its patients, the need for preventive oncology, and the dream of a cancer care centre at PGI.
Wed, Sep 28, 2022
Survivor’s Story: ‘My mother drew hearts on everything sharp in my room. That’s how I learnt to love life’
You have often come across the quote, “Physician heal thyself.” A psychiatrist at PGI, Chandigarh, did this in reality. She recalls her battle with depression while on the job and how she emerged stronger, as a human being and doctor. She can now sense what troubles each of her patients with that much granularity and sensitivity
Sun, Sep 25, 2022
Mystery fever spread in Panchkula is dengue, determine PGI experts
The team of doctors from PGI had taken more than 15 blood samples of patients from Panchkula who had been admitted to the hospital with high-grade fever and severe symptoms and complications like body ache, low platelet count, chills, nasal bleeding, urine and in severe cases hemorrhages.
Fri, Sep 23, 2022
Mystery fever in Panchkula is dengue, determine PGI experts
As per the details available, more than 40 patients have currently been admitted to the hospital with complaints of high fever and complications. Around 15 deaths, most of which have been reported from Pinjore and Kalka, have occurred due to the mystery illness in August and September (till date).
Sat, Sep 24, 2022
Experts highlight ways to create balance between tech, human relationships
Bullying, harassment, blackmail, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression, are some of the many fallout of such events where some people share posts containing intimate photographs, personal stories, and comments without understanding the privacy concerns or the consequences of their actions.
Tue, Sep 20, 2022
‘Trauma represents one of the most serious threats to public health’: Dr Nidhi Bhatia
"Currently, we still lack accreditation of trauma systems conducive to our environment and there is a strong need to develop trauma systems on a par with international counterparts,” adds Dr Kajal Jain.
Fri, Sep 16, 2022
37th National Eye Donation Fortnight PGI: 2,800 patients waiting for corneal transplantation
Professor Surinder S Pandav, head of the department of ophthalmology at PGI, on Thursday said that around 2,800 patients are waiting for their corneal transplantation, but the hospital gets only 600-700 corneas every year.
Fri, Sep 09, 2022
Zoom boom: PGI sees a jump in nose jobs
Prof. Sunil Gaba says in the last year there has been an almost 20 per cent increase in cosmetic surgery, with the Department doing close to 500 surgeries in 2021-22.
Mon, Sep 05, 2022
Study suggests heart-healthy lifestyle is missing in 9 of 10 children in Punjab, Delhi
Dr Kapoor is the principal investigator of a study which has examined 3,200 children in the age group of 5 to 18 years through a questionnaire-based assessment on parameters that affect cardiovascular health.
Fri, Sep 02, 2022
‘Chandigarh shows declining HIV trend’
To encourage a healthy lifestyle and to educate the public, especially the youth, CSACS state organised a cycle rally on Saturday starting from Sukhna Lake to New Lake, Sector 42, Chandigarh.
Sun, Aug 28, 2022
Heart healthy lifestyle missing in 9 out of 10 children, says study. What does it mean and what should parents do?
At a time when heart attacks are claiming the lives of Indians early, the study by Dr Rajneesh Kapoor, vice-chairman of interventional cardiology at Medanta Hospital, Gurgaon is significant for a generation we should be responsible for. A total of 3,200 children from Punjab and Delhi, aged between five and 18 years, were examined and scored low on healthy cardio parameters
Thu, Aug 25, 2022
A legend’s 100-year journey to keep the magic of Indian classical music alive
The man of the moment, Navjeevan Khosla turned 100-years-old on Monday and with him, the legacy of the Indian National Theatre (INT) continues to thrive and inspire generations of Indian classical music.
Wed, Aug 10, 2022
PGI Chandigarh to start MBBS programme with 100 seats, fill vacancies on priority, says hospital premier
The institute will now start an MBBS course, with 100 students, with a proposal for the same having been approved by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Wed, Aug 03, 2022
Antidote to stress is helping patients, says PGI director
Prof Lal who took over as director of the institute over a month back is focusing on making the institute more patient-friendly, with the Standing Finance Committee approving new posts for both faculty and residents.
Sat, Jul 02, 2022
Will banning single-use plastics impact our health?
Single-use plastic products will be banned from July 1. Dr Ravindra Khaiwal, Professor of Environmental Health, PGI, Chandigarh, explains why this step is needed to maintain public health and the ecosystem.
Thu, Jun 30, 2022
Robotic surgery: New ray of hope in medical science
In robotic surgery, said Dr Ahuja, special miniaturised robotically controlled instruments are placed in the abdomen via very small cuts.
Thu, Jun 30, 2022
PGI study examines effect of Common Yoga Protocol
Prof Akshay Anand, in-charge, CCRYN Yoga Centre PGI, and one of the study's lead investigators said that the study has examined the effect of CYP on physiological, biochemical, and neuro-cognitive parameters.
Wed, Jun 29, 2022
Chandigarh: Most hospitalisations due to co-morbid illnesses rather than Covid-19, say doctors
Chandigarh Friday recorded 96 new positive cases, with the average number of positive cases in the last seven days being 65 and the positivity rate in the last one week being 5.59 per cent. The active cases are 458.
Sat, Jun 25, 2022
Proven: Yoga is good for heart health
PGIMER study shows the effect of Common Yoga Protocol on physiological, biochemical and neuro-cognitive parameters, finds asanas can increase HDL, reduce LDL and work well on women. Yoga then can be a cost-effective lifestyle modification to prevent CVD, says Prof Akshay Anand, in charge, CCRYN Yoga Centre, PGI
Thu, Jun 23, 2022
New system to manage rush of patients at PGI
The existing application was conceptualised about 15 years ago and has reached its saturation point as new changes have become difficult to incorporate.
Wed, Jun 22, 2022
Chandigarh among the top 11 Eat Smart Cities in country
The Eat Smart Cities challenge was launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) in April, 2021 in collaboration with the FSSAI to scale up the Eat Right India approach to city level.
Sat, Jun 18, 2022
Chandigarh records 48 new cases, positivity rate 4.36%
The active cases are 238 and 21 people are currently hospitalised.
Wed, Jun 15, 2022
‘The long shadow of Long Covid has taken its toll on mental health,’ expert says
We speak to Dr Debasish Basu, professor and head of the Department of Psychiatry, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh, to discuss the neuropsychiatric symptoms of Long Covid, the probable causes, how psychological factors like fear and uncertainty may play an added role.
Wed, Jun 01, 2022
66.4% deaths in Chandigarh were medically certified
The number of the total registered deaths in the year 2020 according to the report was 18370 and the total number of medically certified deaths was 12200.
Sat, May 28, 2022