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Rats seen running, jumping on chairs & tables at McDonald's outlet in Gujarat

Rats seen running, jumping on chairs & tables at McDonald's outlet in Gujarat

A viral video shows rats running and jumping on chairs and tables at a McDonald's outlet in Gujarat's Rajkot, sparking concerns about food safety and hygiene. Rajkot Municipal Corporation Health Officer Dr Jayesh Vankani said the outlet was fined ₹3,000. "If any negligence by the firm is found during the investigation, action will also be taken," the official said.

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Siasat Daily 9:47 AM • 22 Sept 2026
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India’s first Tricuspid TEER treats rare Barlow’s Disease

India’s first Tricuspid TEER treats rare Barlow’s Disease

Doctors have reportedly performed India’s first Tricuspid TEER procedure for severe tricuspid regurgitation caused by Barlow’s Disease, avoiding open-heart surgery. Led by Dr Ravinder Singh Rao, the team used a dedicated device to place two clips, reducing valve leakage by over 90%. The elderly patient recovered well following the minimally invasive procedure.

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Medical Dialogues 9:30 AM • 22 Sept 2026
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I Lost 26 Kgs — Zylo AI Calorie Tracker Made It Possible, it's the best calorie Tracker I have used

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Blood test may detect Alzheimer’s years before symptoms: Study

Blood test may detect Alzheimer’s years before symptoms: Study

A study published in The Lancet suggests blood biomarkers such as phosphorylated tau and amyloid-beta may help identify Alzheimer’s-related changes years before clear symptoms appear. Researchers found some participants with these markers also performed worse on memory and thinking tests. However, more research is needed before such blood tests can be used routinely in clinical practice.

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Medical Dialogues 9:21 AM • 22 Sept 2026
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Study finds what eating tomato paste does to the brain

Study finds what eating tomato paste does to the brain

A randomised cross-over trial has found that eating tomato paste improves selective attention (concentration performance) and associative memory (attaching names to faces). Eating tomato paste supports cognitive function & modulates brain connectivity in healthy middle-aged adults, the study added. Tomatoes are a source of lycopene, a carotenoid that has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

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MDPI 4:13 PM • 21 Sept 2026
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Pralhad Joshi inaugurates 1,200-bed medical college in Karnataka

Pralhad Joshi inaugurates 1,200-bed medical college in Karnataka

Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurated the 1,200-bed JGMM Medical College, KLE Hospital and Medical Research Centre in Karnataka's Hubballi. Built on a 50-acre campus at ₹700 crore, the facility integrates medical education, advanced healthcare and research. The inauguration was held after Union Home Minister Amit Shah reportedly fell ill and could not attend.

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Medical Dialogues 11:37 AM • 21 Sept 2026
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Patient's death sparks hospital vandalism, staff strike in Bengal

Patient's death sparks hospital vandalism, staff strike in Bengal

Relatives of a deceased patient allegedly vandalised Mankar Rural Hospital in West Bengal's East Burdwan and assaulted nurses and health workers, accusing staff of improper treatment. Police brought the situation under control and sent the body for autopsy. Hospital doctors and staff later began a strike demanding written security assurances, with services suspended except emergency care.

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Medical Dialogues 11:35 AM • 21 Sept 2026
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Zylo AI Calorie Tracker

From Tracking to Transformation, My Journey with Zylo AI Calorie Counter

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Rajasthan orders probe into two post-caesarean deaths

Rajasthan orders probe into two post-caesarean deaths

Rajasthan formed a four-member committee to probe the deaths of two women following caesarean deliveries at Government General Hospital, Bundi. One patient developed severe postpartum haemorrhage, while the other suffered respiratory distress. Both were referred to higher centres but later died. The committee will examine treatment, records and referrals and submit its report within two days.

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Medical Dialogues 11:22 AM • 21 Sept 2026
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Kareena's trainer reveals her fitness secret on her birthday

Kareena's trainer reveals her fitness secret on her birthday

Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan turned 46 on September 21, with her trainer Vishal Mankani marking the occasion by sharing pictures from her workout sessions. He credited her dedication, consistency, clean eating and hard work. The pictures show Kareena training around equipment including a rowing machine, weighted sled and kettlebells, while sporting relaxed athleisure looks with colourful sneakers.

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Free Press Journal 10:43 AM • 21 Sept 2026
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No diabetes, but obesity may harm kidneys: AIIMS-Delhi study

No diabetes, but obesity may harm kidneys: AIIMS-Delhi study

Being free of diabetes does not necessarily mean an overweight person’s kidneys are safe. A study by AIIMS-Delhi has found that obesity can be associated with early kidney stress even before conventional kidney-function tests show an obvious problem. The research, led by Dr Amandeep Singh, involved 160 adults without existing co-morbidities and assessed obesity alongside kidney-related biomarkers.

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The Tribune 10:32 AM • 21 Sept 2026
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Blood tests may help detect Alzheimer’s changes

Blood tests may help detect Alzheimer’s changes

Dr Syamlal S explains how blood biomarkers such as phosphorylated tau, amyloid-beta and NfL may help identify Alzheimer's-related brain changes, particularly in people with memory problems. However, an abnormal blood test alone cannot diagnose Alzheimer's. He stresses the importance of clinical, neurological and cognitive assessment, with MRI, PET or cerebrospinal-fluid testing when required.

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Medical Dialogues 10:05 AM • 21 Sept 2026
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