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Indian Express
01-07-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
‘We all lead strenuous lives. But we need to stop, just for a while, and listen to our bodies': Dr Rani Bang's appeal on Doctors' Day
July 1 is Doctors' Day. On the occasion, Dr Rani Bang, a Padma Shri awardee known for her exceptional contributions to public health in Maharashtra's tribal district of Gadchiroli, reflected on a life-altering experience she had two years ago—she suffered a severe brain stroke that left the right side of her body paralysed. Dr Bang was unconscious for a week, and her family feared the worst— but against the odds, she made a remarkable recovery. As Dr Bang turns 75 this September, the eminent doctor appealed to doctors to take care of their own health. 'We all lead strenuous lives. But we need to stop—just for a while—and listen to our bodies,' Dr Bang told The Indian Express. A brain stroke on November 14, 2022, forced her to take a break from her outpatient services. She received emergency care in Nagpur for three weeks, followed by an intensive rehabilitation programme in Mumbai. She continues her physiotherapy at Maa Danteshwari Hospital, run by SEARCH (Society for Education, Action and Research in Community Health) in Chatgaon village, Gadchiroli. However, within just two months of her illness, Dr Bang resumed her OPD services in January 2024. Every day, she arrives at the hospital exactly at 11 am, assisted by a nurse, and attends her OPD, where Dr Bang typically sees around 30 patients daily, working until 3 pm. She prefers to have her physiotherapy sessions and lunch in the OPD to avoid interruptions and politely declines all invitations during her OPD hours. Her consultation room is lined with a collection of gynaecology books, which she continues to reference regularly. After returning home at 3 pm, she rests and later joins the evening prayer on the SEARCH campus at 6.40 pm, often being the last to leave. Dr Bang admits that the physical rehabilitation process has been of immense importance. 'I had put on a lot of weight and was so engrossed in my work that I neglected my health,' Dr Bang recalled while she made a strong case for exercise and nutrition. Equally important is mental therapy. 'I would read medical books, talk to my patients, listen and understand them. The constant effort is to keep learning,' she said. 'All this keeps me mentally active and despite the challenges, I have decided to continue my medical practice.' Dr Bang also exhorted doctors to provide medical care with honesty, sensitivity, and the highest ethical standards. 'In recent times, we have seen instances where doctors face anger and frustration from patients and their families. I believe the main reason for this is often a breakdown in communication on both sides. I understand that many doctors work in resource-constrained settings, but despite these challenges, it is our responsibility to provide medical care with honesty, sensitivity, and the highest ethical standards,' she said. Dr Anand Bang, Joint Director of SEARCH and the elder son of Dr Abhay and Dr Rani Bang, said there was agreement in the family that she should continue her medical practice. 'She has always loved it. For the brain, it is important to remain engaged in intellectual and professional work. Despite some physical limitations, her routine life continues as it always has. She also participates in public programmes and remains involved in scientific work,' he added. Anuradha Mascarenhas is a journalist with The Indian Express and is based in Pune. A senior editor, Anuradha writes on health, research developments in the field of science and environment and takes keen interest in covering women's issues. With a career spanning over 25 years, Anuradha has also led teams and often coordinated the edition. ... Read More
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Activist tells researchers to use statistics for social good
Kolhapur: Senior social activist Dr Abhay Bang told attendees at the inaugural speech of the 'International Conference on Statistics' at SUK that statisticians must go beyond their own sphere and investigate social problems. Dr Bang spoke on the topic of 'Research with People'. He gave a presentation to all researchers, including statisticians, on how statistics was useful in various health experiments conducted in the context of tribal communities at his organisation, Society for Education, Action and Research in Community Health (SEARCH), Gadchiroli. Dr. Bang said, "Statistics should be used for broader social welfare. Researchers need to give priority to going to places where there are problems instead of going to places with facilities. People should be observed, and that information should be analysed along with obtaining comprehensive information." In the inaugural address, senior statistician Dr Prakash Patil said, "It is important that eminent personalities in statistics have come to Shivaji University, Kolhapur (SUK) for the conference. The innovative researchers participating in the conference have got a great opportunity to interact with all of them." After the inaugural session, senior statistician Dr Anil Gore gave a lecture on the topic of 'Jatayu Fails Again', whereas Dr Prakash Patil spoke on the topic of 'On Parametrically Guided Non-Parametric Estimation'.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
#SchoolisCool event in Tyler asks for donations
TYLER, Texas (KETK) — The Tyler Area Business Education Council is asking local business and organizations to donate toward the 12th annual #SchoolisCool event being held on Aug 7. Texas bill allows food truck owners to simplify permits in each county The #SchoolisCool event helps provide 2,000 free backpacks filled with school supplies to children and their parents. This event will take place from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Rose Garden Center and W.T. Brookshire Conference Center. Every $50 in donations will pay for and supply one of the backpacks and sponsors can choose different donation levels. Named as a major sponsor on all marketing materials Signage near a backpack distribution location at the event Insert in each backpack (printed materials and payment must be received by (July 9) Company logo on website and printed items Company logo on back of volunteer t-shirts Named as sponsor on all marketing materials Signage near a backpack distribution location at the event Company logo on website and printed items Company logo on back of volunteer t-shirts Named as sponsor on all marketing materials Company logo on website and printed items Company logo on website and printed items Tyler ISD celebrates 2025 Project SEARCH graduates Donations can be made online through Eventbrite and with cash or check payable to the Tyler Area Business Education Council. Cash and checks may be dropped off or mailed to 315 N. Broadway Ave., Suite 307, Tyler, TX. Visit for more information. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
