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Is ‘fibremaxxing’ the answer to better gut health, weight loss and clear skin – or a recipe for trouble?

1 week ago | thesouthfirst.com | Chetana Belagere

The trend involves deliberately consuming much more dietary fibre than the recommended daily amount – sometimes as much as 70 to 100 grams a day. Synopsis: ‘Fibremaxxing’ involves consuming excessive amounts of dietary fibre in hopes of improving gut health, aiding weight loss, and clearing skin. While fibre is essential, experts warn that overconsumption can lead to digestive issues, nutrient deficiencies, and worsened symptoms in those with pre-existing gut conditions.
Doctor arrested for creating ruckus on Air India Flight at Kempegowda International Airport

1 week ago | thesouthfirst.com | Chetana Belagere

Dr Vyas Hiral Mohanbhai, 36, from Yelahanka, allegedly reacted aggressively when questioned about her luggage placement, leading to heated arguments with the airline crew and fellow passengers on board Synopsis: A 36-year-old woman doctor, Dr Vyas Hiral Mohanbhai, was arrested at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport on 17 June after creating a ruckus over luggage on Air India flight AI 2749 to Surat. She allegedly misbehaved with airline staff and passengers.
Addis Ababa to Hyderabad: New air route takes off on wings of medical tourism

1 week ago | thesouthfirst.com | Sumit Kumar Jha

Patients and families will now benefit from greater access, shorter travel times, and enhanced convenience — all supported by India's medical visa framework and English-speaking care teams. Synopsis: On 17 June, Ethiopian Airlines launched the first-ever direct flight connecting Hyderabad to the African continent, specifically to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Officials said that this would benefit the medical tourists from African nations who visit the city for treatment.
Used cetirizine for long? Stopping it may trigger severe itching, warns US FDA

1 week ago | thesouthfirst.com | Sumit Kumar Jha

The warning is crucial for India, where these over-the-counter drugs are commonly used to treat allergies and itching—conditions affecting millions due to high pollution levels and environmental triggers Synopsis: Millions of Indians using common antihistamines like cetirizine and levocetirizine may face severe withdrawal symptoms, as the U.S. FDA warns of rare but intense itching after prolonged use.
KTR's ACB woes

1 week ago | thesouthfirst.com | Satish Acharya

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As Japan’s population ages, Telangana to teach Japanese in nursing colleges for overseas placements

1 week ago | thesouthfirst.com | Sumit Kumar Jha

The move aligns with Japan’s push to recruit foreign nurses, including Indians, through initiatives like the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) program under a 2021 India-Japan cooperation agreement Synopsis: To tap into Japan’s rising demand for healthcare workers, Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy has directed officials to offer Japanese as an optional subject in nursing colleges.
Expired drugs, improper storage: Telangana DCA flags 42 medical shops over veterinary medicine violations

1 week ago | thesouthfirst.com | Sumit Kumar Jha

During the inspections, several types of violations were detected across the 42 medical shops. In many instances, veterinary prescription drugs were being sold without a valid prescription issued by a qualified veterinarian. Synopsis: The Telangana Drugs Control Administration uncovered significant irregularities in the sale and stocking of veterinary medicines. The department issued show-cause notices to at least 42 establishments and initiated action under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940.
Instagram, online abuse and silence: What Karnataka’s children aren’t saying

1 week ago | thesouthfirst.com | Chetana Belagere

Amongst children who reported unsafe or embarrassing online experiences, Instagram emerged as the top platform — in 77 percent of cases. Synopsis: A recent state-level study by ChildFund India uncovered worrisome patterns around Online Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of Children. The report presented evidence of significant risks children face online, amplified by pandemic-induced screen time surges and a lack of digital safety awareness.
After NMC notice to medical colleges in Telangana, CM Revanth Reddy orders urgent action plan

1 week ago | thesouthfirst.com | Sumit Kumar Jha

Telangana added eight new government medical colleges last year, raising the total to 34 and MBBS seats to 4,090. However, infrastructure and staffing have lagged behind this rapid expansion Synopsis: In response to the NMC’s notice highlighting severe deficiencies in 26 government medical colleges, Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy has ordered urgent corrective measures. He has directed officials to formulate a three-year action plan to upgrade infrastructure across all 34 colleges.
Critical rabies treatment missing in four out of five public health centres across India, says study

1 week ago | thesouthfirst.com | Sumit Kumar Jha

India has made significant progress in its battle against the disease, which kills an estimated 5,700 people annually. However, the critical shortage of rabies immunoglobulin threatens to undermine the country’s goal of eliminating human deaths from dog-mediated rabies by 2030.