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Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Researchers develop glucose monitoring device that doesn't need a finger prick
Prayagraj: Researchers at MNNIT Prayagraj, in partnership with Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, have made a significant breakthrough in medical technology. They've developed a pioneering glucose monitoring sensor that does away with painful needle pricks. Instead, it uses electromagnetic technology to track blood sugar levels in real-time without requiring blood samples. The sensor, designed to be placed between the joint of the thumb and first finger, works in two parts: A sender and a receiver. The sender emits radio waves, which pass through the skin and are then captured by the receiver. By analysing changes in the electrical frequency, the device accurately determines the glucose level — all without a single drop of blood being drawn. The innovation was developed by researchers from the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at MNNIT, including Prof VS Tripathi and his research students Piyush Mishra and Tilakdhari Singh, in collaboration with Dr Shiv Shankar Tripathi and Dr Swagat Mahapatra from RMLIMS. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People Aged 50-85 With No Life Insurance Could Get This Reassured Get Quote Undo Their research was published in the Defence Science Journal and the technology has already received a patent. The scientists explained that electromagnetic waves travel from one medium to another, and by measuring changes in frequency, the sensor can detect glucose levels. Since every liquid has its own distinct electrical properties of dissolved sugar level (which is known by a standard mathematical model), the blood between the skin and flesh too has a dielectric constant, allowing the sensor to easily measure sugar levels without interference from bone. "We just connect the device and the changes in the frequency of the electromagnetic waves will provide the precise reading without a single prick or any pain thereof," said Prof Tripathi. This non-invasive sensor offers continuous glucose monitoring, making diabetes management easier and less painful. According to Prof Tripathi, the technology will be especially useful for patients who require frequent monitoring, as it allows for real-time tracking and timely treatment. Importantly, the sensor is also designed to be cost-effective. With an expected retail price of no more than Rs 500, it could be a game-changer in diabetes care, particularly for those from lower-income groups. The compact size of the sensor makes it highly portable and user-friendly, ensuring that patients can carry and use it conveniently anywhere. The project received financial support of Rs 8.94 lakh from the Council of Science and Technology, Uttar Pradesh. With this innovation, the research team took a major step toward making modern diabetes care more accessible, affordable, and comfortable.
Hindustan Times
18-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Slew of measures soon at RMLIMS for better patient care, says director
To streamline services amid rising patient footfall, Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (RMLIMS) will roll out a range of new measures, including the expansion of emergency wards, the launch of a green OPD, a new registration hall, and other upgraded facilities, according to professor CM Singh, the director of the institute. RMLIMS director professor CM Singh. (Sourced) He pointed out that the patient footfall at RMLIMS is around 4,000 per day, while emergency witnesses over 550 patients on a daily basis. 'With the recruitment of 166 faculties, RMLIMS has taken every care to provide smooth services to patients. To deal with the rush, several important steps have been taken and other initiatives are in store,' professor Singh said. While 47 beds are operational in the emergency area at present, 45 more will be added for smooth functioning and better patient care, he added. Green OPD: Green OPD will be launched soon in the emergency premises. Patients will be segregated in serious and non-serious categories to avoid unnecessary occupation of beds in the emergency unit. Patients with non-serious health issues will be sent for consultation at the green OPD. More medicine counters: To facilitate patients in the new registration hall, four more counters will come up soon for the convenience of patients and to ease load on the five already operational counters. Besides, counters for Ayushman Bharat and Deen Dayal Upadhyay schemes will be shifted from the new registration hall to a triple-storey building beside Lohia Police Chowki, professor Singh said. Additional beds at neuroscience centre: The number of beds at the neuroscience centre in the old block has been increased to 90. Earlier, there were only 24 beds. This wing is likely to be inaugurated by chief minister Yogi Adityanath, the RMLIMS director said. New control room: To tackle complaints like dirty toilets in the wards, negligence by nursing officers, doctors not visiting wards, etc, a new centralised control room has been set up beside the emergency area, which is operational round the clock. Doctors, nursing staff, hospital administration officers and technicians are deployed in shifts, and the complaints are resolved within 15-20 minutes, prof Singh said. QR codes for redressal: A QR code has been fixed at each bed in every ward of the hospital, which will enable patients and their attendants to raise complaints against the doctors as well other staff of the hospital in case of negligence. The hospital administration will resolve the issue within half an hour. The chief medical superintendent and medical superintendent will review the complaints everyday, the RMLIMS director said. More facilities in store: Prof CM Singh said that a rural health training centre will be inaugurated in Juggaur area near Indira Canal. The centre has been constructed at the cost of ₹366.67 lakh. Other facilities include a foot overbridge to connect the main campus and academic block, developed at the cost of ₹456.50 lakh. There will also be a multipurpose hall, lecture theatre and cafeteria on the 10th floor of the academic block -- developed at the cost of ₹1022.63 lakh, he explained. Moreover, separate hostels for boys and girls, constructed near the Ekana stadium at the cost of ₹11486.77 lakh, educational institute for nursing college, and a Gamma Knife (primarily used for non-invasive, stereotactic radiosurgery, specifically targeting brain and upper spine conditions), installed at the cost of ₹4,400 lakh, will also be inaugurated soon, the RMLIMS director said.
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
DyCM orders assessment of lead toxicity in 20 districts
Lucknow: Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak has ordered an assessment of lead toxicity in 20 districts of the state to determine the extent of harm the chemical was causing to the health of pregnant women and children. Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences in Lucknow has been entrusted with the task to be carried out under a World Bank-funded research project. Pathak has instructed the principal secretary of the medical education department to help Lohia Institute team in the relevant districts and gather other necessary resources. "This is for the first time in UP that a lead toxicity assessment project will be launched. This will bring positive improvements in the health of children, pregnant women and at-risk professional groups," said Pathak. Lead toxicity is a serious issue in developing countries, leading to problems in nervous system, bones and blood. Lead can hinder the mental development of children and unborn babies. The project will measure lead levels in the blood of pregnant women and children aged 2 to 14 years. Lohia teams will collect blood and environmental samples in areas under primary and urban health centres. Environmental samples like soil, drinking water, spices, cosmetics and cooking utensils will be collected and tested. Blood samples of industrial workers will also be examined. Regional frontline health workers such as ASHA workers and ANMs will assist the team in conducting house-to-house surveys and identifying individuals. The districts included in the project are Agra, Mathura, Mainpuri, Aligarh, Hathras, Etah, Farrukhabad, Firozabad, Kanpur Nagar, Kanpur Dehat, Banda, Jhansi, Kannauj, Auraiya, Jalaun, Hamirpur, Mahoba, Lalitpur, Chitrakoot and Kasganj.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Bridging the Gap: How Technology is Reshaping Medical Education in India
Lucknow: India's medical education system is undergoing a profound transformation. This shift extends beyond digitisation to encompass pedagogy, faculty roles, and institutional strategy, driven by national policy reforms, evolving student expectations, and technological advancements. At Elsevier's Leadership Dialogue in Lucknow, prominent medical educators agreed: the future of medical education lies in personalised, digitally enabled, and faculty-led ecosystems. Why medical learning must change, fast India has more than doubled its number of medical colleges, MBBS seats, and postgraduate seats in the past decade. From 387 medical colleges in 2014, the number has surged to over 660 today, along with a >100 per cent increase in PG and MBBS seats. With the growing scale, quality, engagement, and outcomes must evolve. National reforms like the NMC's competency-based medical education (CBME) model and the National Education Policy (NEP) are pushing institutions to move away from rote learning toward real-world, skill-based outcomes. That shift requires not only new methods of teaching but entirely new ways of thinking. ' This isn't just about replacing chalk with screens ,' one participant noted. ' It's about changing the very fabric of how doctors are trained .' Students are changing - their learning must too Medical students today are digital natives. They are fluent in visual content, mobile platforms, and modular learning. They expect instant access, interactivity, and personalisation. ' Students want something like fast food, ' said Dr. Rajan Bhatnagar from Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences. ' Quick, repeatable, and on their own terms .' Platforms like ClinicalKey Student offer this flexibility, allowing students to explore verified medical content anytime. Anywhere. Paired with Osmosis, which delivers short-form video explainers, and Complete Anatomy, a 3D interactive anatomical platform, students can reinforce learning in formats that mirror how they consume content outside the classroom. These tools digitise learning whilst making it smarter, visual, and more engaging. Empowering faculty remains crucial for reform Yet, as pedagogy evolves, faculty face increasing pressure. They're expected to master new platforms, redesign lesson plans, track student performance digitally, and stay updated with rapidly changing medical knowledge, and that too, often without dedicated training or technical support. ' Children are smarter than us with tech, ' said Dr. Momal Mishra, from Hind Institute of Medical Sciences, Sitapur. ' We need structured training to catch up. Many teachers still don't know how to integrate these tools meaningfully .' Connectivity gaps in rural colleges, resistance to change, and time constraints only deepen the challenge. As Dr. Saurabh Pal, from AIIMS Raebarelli put it, ' Unless the faculty is oriented and confident, digital tools will remain underutilised. Orientation isn't optional anymore, it's foundational. ' This is where Elsevier plays a crucial role in bridging the gap through focussed workshops for faculty, empowering them with the right tools and strategies for implementation. Elsevier's Leadership Dialogue was one such initiative that emphasized the importance of supporting educators and enhancing their proficiency and confidence in using new technologies. The library as a learning ecosystem Once a quiet corner for books and journals, the library is now the front line of digital enablement. At King George's Medical University, Dr. Divya Narain Upadhyaya from King George's Medical University has seen this shift first-hand. ' Libraries have evolved into digital access points. Students no longer visit to find books…they come for quiet study, while accessing e-journals and platforms remotely. Space constraints no longer limit resource access .' The blend of digital and physical with the core textbooks in print, research and reference in e-form, it is becoming the norm across institutions. Co-creating the future of medical education At the Leadership Dialogue, Elsevier demonstrated how its platforms such as ClinicalKey Student, Osmosis, and Complete Anatomy, can be embedded seamlessly into everyday teaching. More importantly, the event positioned Elsevier not just as a content provider, but as a long-term partner to academic institutions. ' Innovation in education is not about replacing teachers, ' said Dr. Navbir Pasricha from Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences. ' It's about empowering them to teach better, with verified sources, multimedia tools, and trusted platforms .' Redefining medical learning together As the Dialogue made clear, transforming medical education is not a solo journey. It requires coordination between policymakers, institutions, faculty, and solution partners like Elsevier. From AI-enabled content discovery to simulation-based anatomy learning, the tools exist. The challenge now is building faculty capacity, infrastructure, and mindsets to match. ' We're not just digitising content, ' concluded Dr. Shally Awasthi from Dr. KNS Memorial Institute of Medical Sciences. ' We're redefining what it means to teach and to learn, and that's the real opportunity. ' The Elsevier Leadership Dialogue was held on April 5, 2025, in Lucknow, bringing together senior medical educators to explore the future of digitally enabled learning. The event featured interactive sessions and product demonstrations, and was supported by ETHealthworld as the media partner. 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