The Madhya Pradesh Public Health and Medical Education Department fired a doctor, Rajesh Mishra, for assaulting a 77-year-old man, Uddhav Lal Joshi, at the District Hospital in Chhatarpur. The incident occurred on April 17 when Joshi visited the hospital with his wife for treatment. A video of the incident went viral, showing two men, including Dr. Mishra and staff member Raghavendra Khare, dragging Joshi out of the hospital wing and slapping him. An FIR was registered against Dr. Mishra and Mr. Khare under various charges. The National Health Mission's Director, Saloni Sidana, issued an order terminating Dr. Mishra's services. Superintendent G.L. Ahirwar was also suspended for failing to control his subordinates' actions, and transferred to the Chief Medical and Health Officer's office in Balaghat district.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/madhya-pradesh/doctor-hospital-staff-sacked-for-dragging-and-assaulting-a-77-year-old-man-in-madhya-pradesh-government-hospital/article69471881.eceThe US slashing foreign aid risks exacerbating humanitarian crises worldwide, according to World Health Organization official Hanan Balkhy. The WHO is facing a significant funding crisis due to reduced US support, which has already impacted healthcare systems in Gaza, Sudan, and Yemen. In Gaza, the public health situation is dire due to ongoing conflicts, while in Sudan, the WHO is struggling with disease outbreaks such as malaria, dengue, and cholera. A potential US departure from the WHO would also hinder global communication and information sharing on emerging diseases, making it harder to prevent pandemics.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/us-aid-cuts-strain-response-to-health-crises-worldwide-who/article_2171716f-6e04-5689-a580-32b55be5d507.htmlThe US's decision to freeze funding for the World Health Organization (WHO) will likely hinder global healthcare efforts. The WHO is facing a significant deficit and has proposed reducing its budget by a fifth, which may reduce its reach and workforce. This could impact programs such as emergency medical team training and dispatching, as well as public health education in India. In Gaza, the conflict has left hospitals functioning with limited capacity, while Sudan faces mounting issues due to a civil war that has led to disease outbreaks like malaria, dengue, and cholera. The US's departure from the WHO may also disrupt communication channels with leading research facilities and universities, making it harder to share information and prevent global public health crises.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/us-aid-cuts-strain-response-to-health-crises-worldwide-who/article69472170.eceThe World Health Organization (WHO) is facing significant challenges due to funding cuts, which may impact its ability to sustain healthcare systems, train emergency medical teams, and provide trauma kits to communities in need. Hanan Balkhy, WHO's regional director for the Eastern Mediterranean, has expressed concerns that many of these programs will be forced to stop or cease operations as a result.
https://channelnewsasia.com/world/us-aid-cuts-strain-response-health-crises-worldwide-who-5077121A survey of 2,000 Britons found that many people fail to recognize warning signs of cancer, despite doctors' warnings on the importance of early detection. Only 40% of respondents check for changes in their bodies at least once every three weeks, while 78% claim to be able to identify potential cancer symptoms but struggle with common signs like heartburn and blood in urine. The NHS reports that treating cases early is key to successful treatment, as seen in the case of Rob McPherson, an amateur football player from Manchester who was diagnosed with bowel cancer after experiencing persistent stomach troubles for over three weeks.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14625611/red-flag-cancer-signs-NHS-list.htmlA frail elderly man, Udhavlal Joshi, and his ailing wife were allegedly assaulted by a doctor at a hospital in India after they were asked why they were waiting in line for treatment. The incident occurred on April 17 when the doctor slapped Joshi, broke his glasses, and dragged him to the police outpost inside the hospital premises. The doctor claimed the patient had behaved indecently, but video footage shows unacceptable conduct by the doctor. Hospital authorities have taken action, issuing a notice and ordering an inquiry into the incident, with strict action promised.
https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/video-elderly-man-thrashed-by-doctor-dragged-on-floor-in-madhya-pradesh-8209714#pfrom=home-ndtv_topscrollIn Madhya Pradesh, a doctor allegedly assaulted a patient, Uddhavlal, over an argument about his wife's treatment. The incident occurred at Chhatarpur District Hospital, where the doctor slapped and manhandled the patient before dragging him to the police post in public view. Congress State Unit President Jitu Patwari shared a video of the incident on social media, claiming the patient was beaten, dragged, and thrown out of the hospital due to his request for expedited care for his wife, who has a stomach vein condition.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/health/doctor-assaults-drags-elderly-man-in-mp-hospital-video-goes-viral-1/Ella Rich, 35, was misdiagnosed with depression at 13 weeks pregnant after presenting to a regional NSW hospital in 2023 with severe nausea, vomiting and uncontrollable movements. She was involuntarily admitted to the locked mental health unit, where she spent months being treated for what turned out to be a severe reaction to medications prescribed for hyperemesis gravidarum. The hospital staff initially suspected depression but failed to investigate further, leaving Ella feeling ignored and terrified for her unborn child's safety.
https://www.smh.com.au/national/ella-was-locked-in-a-psych-ward-at-19-weeks-pregnant-but-doctors-had-misdiagnosed-her-20250408-p5lq2v.htmlThe US slashing foreign aid risks exacerbating humanitarian crises worldwide, according to World Health Organization official Hanan Balkhy. The WHO is facing a significant budget deficit and has proposed reducing its budget by a fifth, which will likely hinder its ability to deliver aid to communities in need. Balkhy cited conflicts in Gaza, Sudan, and Yemen as areas where healthcare institutions are already under pressure. A US withdrawal from the WHO would also disrupt communication channels with leading research facilities, universities, and public health institutions, making it harder to share information and prevent global public health crises.
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