‘THINK solutions, not problems’, is the mantra that guides Dr. Rahul Chakravarty, the new president of the Association of Resident Physicians (ARD), PGI, MD in Psychiatry, of the institute and a senior resident here. The association has a new team, elected in February and made up of 13 members, six in the general body and … Read more
People choose certain foods or change their diet for a variety of reasons: to improve their health, lose weightsave money or because of concerns about sustainability or the way food is produced. Consider the trend toward low-fat foods in the 1980s and low-carb diets in the 1990s, and now, the rise of plant-based protein products … Read more
Every year on February 15, International Childhood Cancer The day is observed to raise awareness about child cancer and express support for children and adolescents with cancer, survivors, and their families. While there is a growing awareness of cancer in children, its effect on their mental health remains a cause for great concern. According to … Read more
The state government has instructed health facilities to develop a daily action plan regarding the treatment of patients suffering from mental illness. The health commissioner’s office has stated that no mentally ill person, regardless of their COVID-19 treatment should be refused. “Individuals with mental illness who develop a moderate to severe COVID-19 infection warranting hospitalization…should … Read more
It is a well established fact that a nutritious and balanced diet plays a very important role in maintaining health. As such, one of the common reasons for the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and obesity it’s lack of nutrition and poor eating habits, experts say. “Our immune system requires essential vitamins and minerals to … Read more
With the COVID-19 pandemic that negatively affects mental health and triggers an exponential increase in mental health problems among vulnerable population groups, the Center announced Tuesday the launch of the national telemental health program. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, during the budget speech in Parliament, announced that a national telemental health program will be launched, … Read more
With banners and slogans, about 200 trainers and gym owners protested in front of the residences of the Chief Minister. Arvind Kejriwal and Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal in Civil Lines, demanding the reopening of gyms in Delhi. “All other businesses are open in Delhi but gyms are being asked to remain closed. There are around … Read more
Karnataka Health Minister Dr K Sudhakar launched the Karnataka Brain Health Initiative, the first such scheme in India carried out by nimhans in association with Niti Aayog. Under this program, doctors will be trained in the detection and treatment of mental health patients. Speaking at the virtual launch program, Sudhakar said the Karnataka Brain Health … Read more