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Mint
16 hours ago
- Health
- Mint
Himachal Pradesh: Mandi doctors defy odds, cover 14 km on foot to treat 78-year-old ailing patient
As Himachal Pradesh's Mandi battles flash floods, landslides, lightning, cloudbursts and heavy rains, a recent determined effort of a medical team to save elderly has caught the spotlight. Rains continue to wreak havoc across the state, making access to necessary medical care not only difficult but also inaccessible. A medical team from the Community Health Centre in Thunag covered 14 km distance on foot, crossing the rugged terrain to treat 78-year-old ailing patient at Lajje Ram. The patient battling Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), age-associated prostate gland enlargement, needed life-saving care. 'Recently, his Foley catheter got blocked. Due to his extreme weakness and the complete lack of transport, a team of health workers led by Dr Abhishek from CHC Thunag hiked through the hilly route to Barad village," HT quoted Mandi chief medical officer (CMO) Dr Deepali Sharma as saying. The doctors successfully replaced the patient's catheter. Deepali Sharma further noted that the health department teams have been providing door-to-door medical service across villages during this difficult time. As per the report, the health department carried out health checkups of more than 18,000 individuals and delivered essential medicines to more than 5,000 people in need. After rains caused widespread disruption, 24 medical teams were dispatched to the affected areas — 10 in Thunag and 10 teams in Janjehli area. Special focus is being given on treating children, the elderly, pregnant women and people suffering from serious diseases. The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) in its report dated July 10 revealed that over 91 people lost their lives in Himachal Pradesh since June 20 — 55 deaths were reported in rain-related incidents while 36 others attributed to road accidents. Meanwhile, 131 persons were reported missing persons and over ₹ 749.97 crore in estimated financial loss occurred to both public and private property.
Hindustan Times
16 hours ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Himachal: Doctors brave 14-km walk to treat elderly patient in monsoon-pounded Mandi
In the face of disaster that has wreaked havoc in Mandi, a medical team from the Community Health Centre in Thunag walked 14 km through rugged terrain to deliver life-saving care to a 78-year-old patient. The team walked 14 km each way to reach Lajje Ram, a resident of Barad village, who suffers from Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), age-associated prostate gland enlargement that can cause urination difficulty. (HT) The team walked 14 km each way to reach Lajje Ram, a resident of Barad village, who suffers from Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), age-associated prostate gland enlargement that can cause urination difficulty. Mandi chief medical officer (CMO) Dr Deepali Sharma said, 'Recently, his Foley catheter got blocked. Due to his extreme weakness and the complete lack of transport, a team of health workers led by Dr Abhishek from CHC Thunag hiked through the hilly route to Barad village. They successfully replaced the catheter and provided him immediate relief.' She added, 'From the very first day of the disaster, health department teams have been going door-to-door across villages to ensure that essential medical services reach every affected individual.' 18,000 people screened so far The health department has been working to provide health checkups and other medical services to people in affected areas of Mandi district. Till now, the department has conducted health checkups of more than 18,000 people and essential medicines have been provided to more than 5,000 needy people. Dr Deepali Sharma said immediately after the disaster, 24 medical teams were sent to the affected areas, out of which 10 teams were providing services in Thunag and 10 teams in Janjehli area. The department has especially focused on children, the elderly, pregnant women and people suffering from serious diseases. Wherever a patient demanded a particular medicine, the department also ensured that the medicine was delivered to their home. She said at present, the priority of the department was the speedy restoration of normal health services in the affected areas, so that people did not face any hindrance in regular treatment. Officials said to prevent waterborne diseases, the department had distributed 30,000 chlorine tablets in the Seraj area, which were being delivered door to door. The health department is also providing counselling to the affected people in the form of mental and social support, so that they remain mentally strong in this difficult time. 'The pregnant women who were likely to deliver in the month of July were taken to the Regional Hospital Mandi and Medical College Nerchowk in time with the help of the administration so that institutional delivery could be ensured,' officials said.
Irish Examiner
24-06-2025
- Health
- Irish Examiner
Cork medical firm Healthcare 21 set to introduce new procedure to treat enlarged prostate
An innovative robotic procedure for treating men with enlarged prostates will be made available to patients in Ireland through Cork medical company Healthcare 21. Healthcare 21 which is headquartered in Blarney in Co Cork employs 340 people in Ireland and is partnering with Procept BioRobotics to bring the new treatment to Ireland. The aquablation therapy is a robotically assisted, minimally invasive procedure which uses a high-speed water jet to precisely remove prostate tissue and treat Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), commonly referred to as an enlarged prostate, which affects half of men aged 51 to 60 in Ireland. The new treatment is being offered at Ulster Hospital in Belfast, with Healthcare 21 introducing the technology to the South. The Blarney-headquartered healthcare solutions firm is believed to be in discussion with a number of private hospitals in the south to roll out the technology to patients in the Republic of Ireland. "By leveraging innovative treatments like Aquablation therapy, we can help alleviate long waiting lists in a healthcare sector experiencing unprecedented demand," said Jackie Knox, business manager of Healthcare 21. "This minimally invasive procedure doubles the efficiency of the surgical team, allowing more patients to be treated in a single theatre list. Additionally, it enables 90% of patients to be discharged the same day, reducing the need for elective beds. "We are thrilled to collaborate closely with Ulster Hospital, enabling surgeons to manage complex anatomy and larger prostates, thereby allowing senior surgeons to focus on other procedures. Establishing the robotic procedure in Belfast will provide access for other hospitals to use Belfast as a robotic centre, helping to reduce backlogs in the surrounding region."
Sky News AU
14-06-2025
- Health
- Sky News AU
Medical experts unveil major clues to the type of "incurable" cancer King Charles could have been diagnosed with
Since Buckingham Palace confirmed King Charles had cancer in 2024, medical professionals around the globe have tried to determine exactly which type of disease he has. The palace said "diagnostic tests" found Charles' cancer during a "corrective" hospital procedure for a benign prostate enlargement, known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), in a statement last February. BPH is characterised by an overgrowth of prostate tissue that pushes against the urethra and the bladder, restricting the flow of urine. Buckingham Palace has not disclosed what type of cancer the King has or what stage the disease is at while he continues to undergo treatment. However, it's been confirmed he does not have prostate cancer despite the initial hospital procedure being for an enlarged prostate. While the corrective procedure the King had is unknown, the most common one for BPH is Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP). According to the Mayo Clinic, TURP involves a surgeon trimming away extra prostate tissue that is blocking the flow of urine. A transurethral ultrasound ablation (TULSA) is another treatment option for BPH. This innovative procedure is performed under MRI guidance, using targeted ultrasound waves to heat and destroy prostate tissue. Since Both TURP and TULSA involve removing prostate tissues, Profound Medical, which develops the TULSA device, suggests Charles could have bladder or kidney cancer after doctors examined his removed tissue. "The nature of King Charles's diagnosis is not uncommon and is referred to as an incidental diagnosis," Profound Medical said on its website. "This can occur when treatment for conditions like BPH leads to the unexpected discovery of other illnesses. "During procedures intended to relieve BPH symptoms, physicians might take the opportunity to examine removed tissue or conduct imaging tests that can reveal other conditions like bladder or kidney cancer or even unrelated cancers identified through routine imaging." According to the Cleveland Clinic, examining tissue from the prostate can also detect urethral cancer. The medical centre states people older than 60 who are males are more likely to get this cancer type. Moreover, data by Cancer Research UK suggests King Charles could have lung cancer or bowel cancer. The data states the most common cancers in UK males after prostate cancer (28 percent) are lung cancer (13 per cent) and bowel cancer (12 per cent) from 2017 through 2019. It also states head and neck, bladder, oesophageal cancers, and leukaemia are among the UK's ten most common cancers in males. The Cancer Council encourages men over the age of 50 to get tested for bowel cancer every two years. The palace continues to say the monarch is doing well, but veteran royal insider Camilla Tonminey said Charles' diagnosis is ultimately incurable. 'The talk now is that he may die 'with' cancer, but not 'of' cancer following a rigorous treatment program,' Ms Tonminey recently told The Telegraph. She said 'tentative' planning for Charles' 80th birthday celebrations in 2028 is going ahead with the expectation the King's cancer will continue to be managed. For the second consecutive year, Charles will not ride by horseback and will instead opt to go by carriage at Trooping the Colour on Saturday, according to The Times. The carriage was deemed a safer and more comfortable option at the King's official birthday parade last year after the King's procedure.
Hans India
20-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Hospital plans centre of education for South Asia
Bengaluru: Fortis Hospitals in Bengaluru signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Monday with Teleflex Incorporated, a global provider of medical technologies, to create UroLift Center of Education for South Asia in India. The UroLift System uses a minimally invasive approach to treating Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), stated a press release issued by Fortis Hospitals on Monday. Typically, no catheter is required after the treatment, according to Fortis Hospitals. BPH is a common condition marked by urinary symptoms that can cause loss of productivity, depression, interrupted sleep, and decreased quality of life, added the press release. 'Our collaboration with Fortis Hospitals will empower medical professionals with advanced knowledge and hands-on training, ultimately improving patient care,' said Arun Kaushik, Managing Director, South Asia, Teleflex. Dr. Mohan Keshavamurthy, Principal Director of Renal Sciences, Fortis Hospitals in Bengaluru, said, 'Through this collaboration, we are committed to helping Urologists acquire requisite skill to optimise individualised treatment solutions for patients requiring Endoscopic surgical solutions for BPH.' These training programs for the UroLift System will be conducted at Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, he added.
