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Says AP Will Unveil Its Own Action Plan In 2 Days

Delays in the U.S. J-1 visa waiver program are putting hundreds of foreign-trained doctors at risk of leaving the country, disrupting both their careers and healthcare access in underserved communities. As CNN reports, a growing backlog threatens timely placements, with many hospitals unable to afford alternative visa options. Experts warn the impact could be severe, leaving vulnerable populations without care while raising concerns about policy inefficiencies and the future of international medical careers.

When the September 11 attacks forced 38 planes to land in Gander, the small town sheltered 6,700 stranded passengers for several days. The response led to lasting connections and a scholarship fund that has since distributed over $1 million to local students.

While air conditioning saves lives during heatwaves, excessive reliance is subtly reshaping our health. Prolonged exposure to cool, dry air can lead to symptoms like headaches and respiratory issues, while also decreasing our natural heat tolerance. Finding a balance between artificial cooling and natural adaptation is key to maintaining resilience.

Odisha has partnered with JHPIEGO, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, to enhance healthcare quality in critical areas like nursing and maternal health. Additionally, a pact with AIIMS Bhubaneswar will bring advanced medical services, including a new hospital and regular camps, to Rairangpur and surrounding districts, significantly boosting regional healthcare.

India has finally mapped its own DNA and what it found could change medicine for a billion people.

Aam Aadmi Party's rising star Raghav Chadha has dramatically exited the party, along with six other Rajya Sabha members on Friday. The seven MP's announced their merger with BJP claiming that AAP "has now completely deviated from its principles, values, and morals". This move signals a significant internal rupture and an existential moment for the AAP, following Chadha's removal as deputy leader.

Things are getting worse at India’s oldest private airline. As its operational capacity has reduced significantly, people are being furloughed, salaries are delayed by up to two months or more and outstanding dues including GST, TDS and PF are piling up.

Diabetes is a growing concern in India, affecting all age groups and lifestyles. TOI Medithon aims to bridge the gap in healthcare access and awareness by providing accessible, trustworthy information. The upcoming Diabetes Medithon 4 will focus on real-life management, debunking myths, and highlighting the crucial role of family and caregivers in combating the disease.

Police say organiser moonlighted as dishwasher at Delhi eatery, was planning to install CCTV at Ambala railway station too

A US judge has ordered three former Palantir employees to cease recruiting staff and using confidential information for their AI startup, Percepta AI, citing potential "irreparable harm" to Palantir. The ruling found likely violations of non-hiring commitments and confidentiality obligations, though non-compete clauses were deemed too broad.

New Delhi, Feb 17 () Markets regulator Sebi has initiated investigation in the matter of Fortis Healthcare, which has landed in a controversy over alleged regulatory lapses in transfer of funds to some promoter-linked firms and asked the company to furnish the information by February 26.

Shares of Fortis Healthcare soared nearly 18 per cent today amid reports that Manipal hospital, backed by TPG, is in advanced talks to merge the company with itself.

Studying abroad involves hidden costs beyond tuition and rent, including visa applications, healthcare, and currency fluctuations. Unexpected expenses like housing deposits, daily transportation, academic materials, and social integration can strain budgets. Emergency situations further add to financial pressures. Students should plan for costs exceeding initial estimates, seek comprehensive scholarships, consider affordable locations, and practice selective spending to maintain financial stability.

Several IT experts and medical practitioners will be sharing their experiences relating to e-health care during the summer school to be organised by IIIT-A.

IIM-R director prof BS Sahay said there was a growing recognition in academia that a true creative society is only possible by linking various social capitals together to attain prosperity.

Yenepoya Medical College, Yenepoya University will organize the 12th annual conference of Indian Society of Hospital Waste Management `ISHWMCON 2012' at Deralakatte, Mangalore on December 1 and 2.

Information Technology could be used effectively in medical sector so that people living in remote areas could have access to healthcare, Union Health Minister Ramadoss said.

New Delhi, May 6 () The Health Ministry is working towards setting up of Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP) to enable creation of interoperable health records which can be made available and accessible throughout the country, the Lok Sabha was informed today.