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Hans India
04-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Made in India surgical robot yatra kicks off
Hyderabad: SS Innovations, the maker of India's first and only home-grown surgical robotic system, SSI Mantra, flagged off the SSI MantraM made in India surgical robot yatra from its headquarters in Gurugram. The roadshow was ceremoniously inaugurated by Rao Narbir Singh, Minister for Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana. With the launch of the robot yatra, India embarks on a transformative journey in healthcare, unveiling its first mobile robotic surgery training and demonstration unit. This innovative 'telesurgery-on-wheels' initiative brings cutting-edge surgical technology and skill-building opportunities directly to hospitals and healthcare professionals across the country. As part of its first leg through Rajasthan, the tour will commence on July 3&4 at SMS Medical College, Jaipur, featuring live demonstrations and interactive training sessions for both the medical fraternity.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
CM highlights healthcare reforms on Doctors Day
Jaipur: Addressing a National Doctors' Day programme organised by Jaipur Medical Association at SMS Medical College campus Tuesday, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma criticised the former Congress govt's Chiranjeevi health insurance scheme as lacking adequate financial provisions. The previous govt included only 1,800 packages in this scheme, which left many diseases untreated, he said. Sharma said his govt rectified the flaws in the Chiranjeevi scheme and implemented the Chief Minister Ayushman Arogya (MAA) scheme. This scheme now offers treatment facilities ranging from allopathy to AYUSH methods and from common ailments to transplants and robotic surgeries, he said. Nearly 8,000 patients are receiving treatment daily under this scheme and a fund of Rs 3,500 crore has been established for it, he said. Sharma extended his best wishes to doctors and said they are considered next to gods. During the Covid-19 pandemic, doctors risked everything to treat patients, he said. Sharma stated that to expand healthcare facilities in the state, his govt recruited staff on over 24,000 positions and about 26,000 recruitments were in process. Academic sessions had commenced in five new medical colleges, with new medical colleges in Tonk and Jaisalmer also set to start this year, he said. He mentioned that the govt allocated Rs 700 crore for the RUHS hospital, developing it into the Rajasthan Institute of Medical Science (RIMS). Under the Chief Minister Ayushman Arogya Health Infrastructure Mission, construction work worth Rs 15,000 crore is underway, he said. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Heatstroke cases rise to 344 in Raj, SMS issues advisory
Jaipur: With temperatures soaring across Rajasthan, health officials Saturday reported 344 heatstroke cases this year, though no deaths have occurred so far. The health department has made arrangements for the treatment and management of heatwave-related illnesses in hospitals across the state. "Over the past few days, the state has witnessed a rise in temperature, increasing the risk of heatstroke cases. In 2024, we saw over 6,000 cases and 17 heatstroke deaths. This year, there has been a significant improvement from 2024 as till now only 344 cases have been reported, and no fatalities," said Dr Narottam Sharma, nodal officer for climate change, health department. Hospitals state-wide have been equipped to handle heat-related illnesses. SMS Medical College, Jaipur, issued a public advisory warning against the use of paracetamol for heat-induced fever. "Heatstroke fever is not caused by bacterial, viral, or other infections. Antipyretics like paracetamol are ineffective because there are no pyrogens involved," Dr Sunil Mahawar, nodal officer (seasonal diseases), SMS Medical College, told TOI. According to SMS Hospital, body temperatures in heatstroke cases can exceed 104°F. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Budget Dining Sets That Look Premium SearchMore Learn More Undo In such instances, patients should avoid self-medication and seek immediate hospital care. "Heatstroke is a medical emergency. Only IV fluids and rapid cooling methods like whole-body sponging are effective," Dr Mahawar added. He said that patients should take precautions as heatstroke could affect the functioning of kidneys, liver, brain, and other organs as it is a life-threatening condition. The body's thermoregulatory mechanism works for a certain limit, but after some time, the mechanism gives up due to persistent exposure to heat, causing heatstroke. Dr Anita Meena, former consultant (homeopathy), AYUSH said, "Wear light colour clothes, use umbrella, cap when exposed to sunlight, drink water and lemon water before going out in sun to avoid risk of heatwave related illness." The health department continues to monitor the situation, urging the public to stay hydrated, avoid direct sun exposure, and promptly consult doctors if symptoms occur. With proactive measures and better public awareness, the state has so far avoided fatalities in 2025, despite the persistent heatwave conditions. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
HC grants conditional release of documents for PG medical students
Jaipur: Rajasthan High Court Friday provided relief to MBBS graduates pursuing post-graduate studies and directed SMS Medical College and other medical institutions to return their original documents in a case regarding post-PG senior residency internship. The court stipulated that petitioners must provide an undertaking to the state govt, agreeing to pay Rs 10 lakhs if they do not complete their senior residency. While hearing over two hundred petitions, including one by Dr Syed Shabaz and others, Justice Sameer Jain dismissed the state govt's review petition on grounds that the matter is already being heard by a division bench. "We have maintained that govt wants them to serve in govt hospital for 2 years after completing post-graduation," stated Archit Bohra, additional govt counsel. Petitioners explained that during PG course admission, applicant are required to sign a Rs 10 lakh bond, promising to serve the state govt for two years post-course, or pay the bond amount of Rs 10 lakh. Petitioners, however, challenged the govt's decision. TNN Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
State govt to tighten blood safety protocols after transfusion death
Jaipur: The Rajasthan govt on Monday announced plans to strengthen blood transfusion protocols across all state hospitals following the death of a 23-year-old pregnant woman at SMS Hospital due to a wrong blood transfusion last Wednesday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Health Minister Gajendra Singh Khimsar convened an emergency meeting on Monday with superintendents of hospitals affiliated with SMS Medical College and other medical education department officials to address the incident and implement new safety measures. "The life of every patient admitted to the hospital is invaluable and negligence at any level of treatment cannot be tolerated," Khimsar said during the meeting. The health minister said that under the Rajasthan Digital Health Mission, several key changes will be implemented, including mandatory inclusion of blood group information in patients' Ayushman Bharat Health Account ID (ABHA ID). This digital integration aims to ensure accuracy and swift access to critical information during emergencies. The minister ordered strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in ICUs and critical care wards across govt medical institutions. New guidelines mandate the constant presence of senior doctors and residents in these wards, along with deployment of only trained nursing and paramedical staff. Hospital administrators will be required to conduct regular inspections of ward conditions and blood bank operations, with instructions to address any deficiencies immediately. The minister emphasised that strict action would be taken against staff found negligent in their duties.
