Nirmal Collector Abhilasha Abhinav condemned the assault on a pediatrician at a private hospital, assuring stern action against those responsible. She warned against taking law into one’s own hands and confirmed a full-fledged investigation.
The Telangana Senior Residents Doctors Association condemned the assault on pediatrician Dr Santosh Raj at a Nirmal private hospital. The attack followed a billing dispute, highlighting risks to healthcare workers. T-SRDA demanded investigation and strict legal action against the perpetrators.
Hyderabad pediatrician Dr. Sivaranjani Santosh warned that rabies vaccines must not be injected into the buttocks, as fat prevents proper absorption. Infants require injections in the thigh, adults in the deltoid, and severe bites also need Rabies Immunoglobulin for effective protection
Pediatrician from Hyderabad Dr Sivaranjini Santosh said that an appropriate amount of iodine is extremely important for the normal functioning of the human body.
Pediatric practice, in particular, is a frontline battleground where this resistance is becoming evident, often compounded by misinformation and misguided antibiotic prescriptions, says health expert
HMPV is not an unknown virus; it occurs annually from July/August to December/January. In most cases, it leads to symptoms like cough, cold, and fever, but in some rare instances, it can result in severe illness requiring hospitalization, including oxygen support and ventilation. There is no specific antiviral treatment, and management is entirely symptomatic.
Dr. Swaminathan, a distinguished pediatrician and clinical scientist, has played a key role in the global health community throughout her career. She has held several influential positions, including serving as the Chief Scientist at the World Health Organization (WHO), where she played a crucial role during the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, she is the Principal Adviser for the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme at India's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
