Category : Healthcare Policy


Cochin Cancer Research Centre Struggles with Staff Shortages

The Cochin Cancer Research Centre in Kochi, inaugurated in February, remains partially operational due to over 205 vacant posts. Delays in government recruitment processes hinder its 451-bed capacity, affecting cancer patients in Central Kerala.

AP Regulates Nursing Colleges to Fix Seat-Demand Gap

The Andhra Pradesh government will now only accept applications for new nursing colleges via official notifications, ending suo motu proposals, to align institutions with actual needs and reduce vacant seats.

GMC Online Appointment System Fails to Cut Patient Queues

Two months after implementation, Goa Medical College's online appointment system for 12 OPDs has not reduced early morning queues. Patients cite lack of confidence, awareness issues, and system flaws as key reasons for continued long waits.

Doctors' Body Files Police Complaint Against Cardiologist

The Association of Health Service Doctors in West Bengal has lodged a formal complaint with Kolkata Police against cardiologist PK Hazra for allegedly sharing a photo of an RG Kar rape-murder victim on social media, calling it unethical and politically mo

Rudrapur's 50-Bed Critical Care Block to Open in May

Construction of a five-storey critical care block in Rudrapur is complete, with handover to health officials expected by May. The Rs 20.35 crore facility aims to provide timely treatment for critically injured patients.

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