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ICMR has invited Indian vaccine manufacturers to partner in launching AdFalciVax, a recombinant malaria vaccine developed by its Bhubaneswar centre. AdFalciVax targets two key proteins of Plasmodium falciparum, aiming to both protect individuals and block community transmission. Pre-clinical studies show promise, but partners will lead further development, clinical trials, and commercial scale-up.

A new AI anomaly detection model, trained on nearly 10,000 breast MRI scans, accurately identifies tumor locations and outperforms traditional models, especially in women with dense breasts. Unlike previous binary models, it learns normal patterns to flag rare malignancies and generates heatmaps to visually guide radiologists. This approach could improve early cancer detection and reduce false positives in breast MRI screening.

Bengaluru is attracting international patients with advanced treatments—robotics, precision oncology, and day-care procedures—at a fraction of Western costs. Indian doctors in the city are seeing increased demand for high-end procedures, especially in neurology and ophthalmology.

NBEMS will release NEET PG 2025 city intimation slips on July 21, with admit cards to follow on July 31. The Supreme Court will hear petitions on August 3 regarding transparency in the NEET PG process, including demands for answer key release and revaluation mechanisms. The outcome may impact future exam protocols and candidate rights.

Kerala’s health minister has vowed strict action after a patient died when an ambulance was blocked by protestors, delaying emergency care. The incident underscores the need for uninterrupted emergency medical access and may prompt stricter protocols for ambulance movement during public unrest.

India has seen a 50% increase in cardiac medication sales from 2021 to 2025, highlighting a sharp rise in heart disease prevalence. Clinicians should anticipate higher cardiovascular caseloads and consider proactive screening and preventive strategies in practice.

The NMC has reiterated its warning to medical colleges failing to pay mandatory stipends to interns and residents, threatening penalties and withdrawal of recognition. Despite repeated notices, enforcement remains weak. Doctors should monitor stipend policies and report non-compliance for regulatory action.

The Madras High Court has ordered the Tamil Nadu government to pay Rs 7.5 lakh as compensation to the family of a newborn whose thumb was accidentally severed by a nurse at a government hospital in Thanjavur in 2021. The incident occurred when a staff nurse used scissors to remove a venflon from the baby's hand, resulting in partial permanent disability. The court applied principles from motor accident and workmen compensation laws to determine the amount, deducting interim compensation alrea...

The Madhya Pradesh High Court dismissed a plea by two doctors seeking exemption from the mandatory one-year rural service after super-speciality training. The ruling reinforces the legal obligation for rural postings, impacting career planning for specialists.

Wenlock District Hospital, under the Karnataka Brain Health Initiative, will extend its brain health clinic model to taluk-level centers, improving access to neurological care for rural populations. The initiative, in partnership with NIMHANS, offers free consultations and referrals for advanced treatment, aiming to reduce travel and enhance early intervention.

The expansion of Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, set to add 1,800 beds and double ICU capacity, faces delays due to a dispute over relocating a temple on campus. The project aims to boost OPD and ICU services for poor patients. Hospital authorities are seeking a consensus, but higher officials may need to intervene to resolve the impasse.

King George's Medical University (KGMU) will soon launch a state-of-the-art bone marrow transplant (BMT) unit with HEPA-filtered ICU beds, stem cell collection, and advanced supportive care. The facility aims to offer transplants at Rs 5–8 lakh—less than half the cost in private hospitals—making life-saving therapy more accessible for hematology and oncology patients in Uttar Pradesh.

A UC San Diego study shows that time-restricted feeding (TRF) restores daily gut microbial rhythms disrupted by high-fat diets, leading to improved insulin sensitivity, reduced body fat, and better glucose control in mice. Engineering gut bacteria to express a key enzyme (bile salt hydrolase) mimicked these metabolic benefits, highlighting the potential for microbiome-targeted therapies in obesity and diabetes.

A new study of low-income toddlers in upstate New York found no significant link between dietary patterns and early childhood caries. Despite identifying three distinct snack and drink consumption patterns, researchers observed that some children with healthier diets still developed cavities, while some with less healthy diets did not. The findings highlight the multifactorial origins of childhood dental caries, suggesting that factors beyond diet—such as environment, oral hygiene, and access...

Delhi has intensified TB screening in high-burden urban slums, with over 10,000 people screened and 40 TB cases identified since June. Camps offer mass X-ray screening and preventive therapy for high-risk groups, aiming to curb transmission. Doctors and volunteers conduct door-to-door drives, focusing on vulnerable populations such as diabetics, malnourished smokers, and those in poorly ventilated areas.