News Topic:Hospitals

Srinagar family alleges medical negligence in death of Dalgate man at Paras Hospital

A man from the Dalgate area of Srinagar died at Paras Hospital here, with family members and relatives alleging medical negligence.

Experience Top-Quality Healthcare at Super Speciality Hospitals

In recent years, the demand for super-speciality hospitals has increased immensely as more and more people are looking for high-quality healthcare services.

SKIMS to implement comprehensive plan to improve emergency care

Director SKIMS and Dean of the Medical Faculty SKIMS have been actively working to streamline and enhance the facilities for patients at the institute.

SKIMS faces reagent shortage, halts stool occult blood tests

The Department of Pathology at SKIMS, Soura has informed that they are currently facing a shortage of the reagent required for the "stool for occult blood" test.

Over 40% referrals from peripheries to LD Hospital ingenuine: Dr Muzaffar Jan

Over 40% of referrals from rural hospitals to Kashmir’s premier maternity specialty Lalla Ded Hospital turn out ingenuine.

Obstructing ambulances may incur Rs 10,000 fine or 6-month jail term

The Traffic Police Department issued a stern warning on Sunday, cautioning that obstructing ambulances could result in hefty fines or imprisonment for up to six months.

Blanket ban imposed on prescription of ‘branded’ medicines

Administration of SKIMS has issued a circular, aimed at clamping a blanket ban on government hospitals from prescribing any 'branded' medicines.

Medical Representatives’ entry in hospitals takes priority over patients, causing chaos

The entry of Medical Representatives (MRs) in hospitals during official hours is causing a mess in hospitals with doctors giving them preference over patients.

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480 Medical Officer posts refered to JKPSC, 335 appointed: Sakina Itoo

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