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The Hindu
23-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Coimbatore Medical College Hospital accused of denying heart surgery to patient citing lack of specialists
A man who is on medication for a heart valve condition has alleged that the Coimbatore Medical College Hospital (CMCH) had recently asked him to go to Chennai or Madurai for surgery, citing unavailability of doctors. K. Karthikeyan, an autorickshaw driver from Peelamedu, alleged that he had been receiving medication at CMCH for nearly three years after being diagnosed with a heart valve condition. He was informed about the possibility of a surgical intervention, but his requests were repeatedly postponed. Recently, the hospital had advised him to go to government hospitals in Chennai or Madurai for the surgery, as specialists were not available at CMCH to perform the procedure. 'I cannot afford treatment at private hospitals as the cost is very high. Many hospitals are refusing to take up my case under the Chief Minister's Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme (CMCHIS). My condition has worsened to the point where even walking has become difficult,' he said. Karthikeyan and his wife, parents of two children, submitted a petition to the Coimbatore District Collector on Monday seeking assistance. When contacted, Coimbatore Medical College Hospital (CMCH) Dean A. Nirmala said two assistant professor posts in the department that handles such surgeries have been vacant for over four months. 'We have been providing him with medication and consultations, and I have instructed our doctors to examine him to assess his condition and determine the appropriate course of action. Based on that, we will consider how best to support him,' she said.
Hindustan Times
20-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Ludhiana: Harassed by in-laws for dowry, 29-yr-old woman ends life
A 29-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide after being subjected to prolonged dowry harassment by her husband and mother-in-law. The victim, who was married just a year and a half ago, reportedly set herself on fire following continued mental and physical abuse. According to the brother of the victim, she was married to a Dholanwal village resident with all proper traditions, and the family had provided dowry exceeding their means. Despite this, her husband and mother-in-law constantly tormented her, accusing her of bringing insufficient dowry. 'She was beaten, abused, and harassed regularly. They kept demanding more from her even after the marriage,' he alleged. The complainant added that on the morning of June 16, the family received a distressing call informing them that his sister had suffered severe burn injuries at her in-laws' home after setting herself ablaze. She was rushed to Christian Medical College and Hospital (CMCH) in Ludhiana in a critical condition, but succumbed to her injuries despite medical efforts. The complainant expressed deep suspicion that his sister may have been deliberately set on fire and has urged the police to investigate the case thoroughly. 'We believe she was pushed to the edge and possibly harmed by her in-laws. The police must ensure justice,' he said. Confirming the incident, inspector Jagdeep Singh Gill, SHO at Koom Kalan police station stated that an FIR under Sections 108 (abetment to suicide) and 3(5) (criminal act is done by several persons in furtherance of a common intention) of the BNS has been lodged against husband and mother-in-law of the victim. A hunt is on for their arrest.
The Hindu
15-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
MNCU, ART centre, ECRC opened at Coimbatore Medical College Hospital
Health Minister Ma. Subramanian on Sunday inaugurated a Mother – Newborn Care Unit (MNCU) and an Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) centre at the Coimbatore Medical College Hospital (CMCH). The MNCU built at a cost of ₹86 lakh has 10 beds for mothers with attached facilities for newborns. This will ensure treatment of ailing postnatal mothers or newborns within the same space, without separating them. The Minister said that the ART centre that has come up at the tertiary level government hospital at a cost of ₹16.3 lakh will help couples from poor economic backgrounds undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment, which in private facilities cost ₹10 to ₹12 lakh. Already such centres have come up at the Institute of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Egmore and the Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College Hospital, Salem, he said. Mr. Subramanian said that the government, as announced earlier, has launched provision of somatrogon, a medication for growth hormone deficiency in children, at a cost of ₹13.28 crore. At a time, each beneficiary will be given the medication, which comes as a disposable injection pen, for five weeks that cost around ₹60,000. The medical will continue as prescribed by doctors. The Minister also inaugurated an Emergency Care and Recovery Centre (ECRC) at the hospital, which is a 15-bedded facility for the care and treatment of homeless persons and those who are found on streets, requiring immediate medical attention. He said 16 ECRCs are functioning across the State with the support of non-governmental organisations. He also distributed free spectacles to 50 persons aged above 50, who underwent eye check-up camps organised by the district administration in collaboration with Rotary International at Thondamuthur, Madukkarai, Negamam, Karamadai, Sarkarsamakulam, Sulthanpet, Valparai, Periyanaickenpalayam and Annur. Secretary of Health and Family Welfare Department P. Senthil Kumar, Coimbatore District Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar, Coimbatore MP Ganapathy P. Rajkumar, Pollachi MP K. Eswarasamy, Mayor K. Ranganayaki, Corporation Commissioner M. Sivaguru Prabakaran and CMCH Dean A. Nirmala were present. On Sunday morning, the Minister trekked to a few tribal settlements near Kovai Courtallam and got feedback from residents on the reach of Makkalai Thedi Maruthuvam scheme. He also awarded degrees to medical students in the graduation ceremonies held at Coimbatore Medical College and the Government Medical College and ESI Hospital on Sunday.
New Indian Express
12-06-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Patients affected as Coimbatore Medical College Hospital sewage system sees little progress
COIMBATORE: The renovation of the underground drainage (UGD) and sewage systems at the Coimbatore Medical College Hospital (CMCH) is progressing at a snail's pace, causing inconvenience to patients and visitors alike. The road on the eastern side, from Amma Unavagam, is completely closed for construction, forcing all traffic to rely on a single access route from the super speciality block. Officials from the Public Works Department (PWD), who are managing the project, said that the delay is due to difficulties in identifying the existing underground electrical cables and pipeline network. They further said that they aim to complete the project in three months. The construction of sewage systems, storm water drains, and roads was initiated in response to increasing sewage overflow issues on hospital premises. Following the Chief Minister's announcement, a government order was issued on July 16, 2024 for renovation work, at a cost of Rs 9.65 crore. After long delays, work began in April 2025. However, staff at the hospital complain that progress has been slow, with less than 20% being complete. Covering an area of 19.4 acres, CMCH has around 20 buildings, totalling 3.10 lakh square feet. In addition to inpatient services, the hospital serves more than 4,000 outpatients daily. Currently, sewage from all buildings is partially treated before being discharged into Valankulam Lake.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Breast, cervical cancer cases surge in Coimbatore district
Coimbatore: There is an alarming rise in breast and cervical cancer cases in the district. If the data available with the 13 govt hospitals that screen for breast and cervical cancers in Coimbatore is anything to go by, the test positivity rate is steadily increasing by 2% to 4% every year. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Nowadays, women, irrespective of their age group, are vulnerable for breast and cervical cancers. Early menstruation, late menopause and obesity are major reasons for breast cancer. Women consuming excessive fatty foods and alcohol could also contract breast cancer. Women with poor vaginal hygiene, multiple sexual partners and multiple child births are at the risk of contracting cervical cancer," says Dr P Guhan, director and chief oncologist, Sri Ramakrishna Hospital. As per the data gathered from the 13 govt hospitals, 1,164 women were tested positive for cervical cancer in the district in 2024-25, against 726 in 2023-34 and 484 in 2022-23. The hospitals employ the VIA (visual inspection with acetic acid) screening method to diagnose cervical cancer. "The positive cases are referred to the Coimbatore Medical College and Hospital (CMCH) for further treatment. The data shows that there is a rise in cervical cancer cases in the semi urban and rural areas of the district every year. Hence, screening for the same should be beefed up in the villages and suburban areas. Early detection is very important to cure cancers," said an official with the Public Health Department. Similarly, the district has recorded an increase in breast cancer cases to 842 in 2024-25 from 623 in 2023-24 and 517 in 2022-23. According to the oncologists, breast cancer cases are high in urban areas, while rural areas top the district in cervical cancer cases. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Only early detection and treatment could cure these cancers, which could be caused by lifestyle changes and diet as well," they say. A Nirmala, dean, CMCH, said it was advisable for every woman under the reproductive age to get vaccinated with HPV (Human Papillomavirus) and take a pap smear test. "Women above the age of 30 should do a mammogram annually or at least once in two years. Usually, cancer cells take a couple of years to reach 1cm in size and become visible. Hence, annual screening is a preventive measure." These days, she says, chemotherapy, surgery and most other treatments are covered under the chief minister's comprehensive health insurance scheme both in govt and private hospitals. "Despite all these facilities, a few people refuse to get diagnosed."
