Kiwis and mineral water can cut constipation, says new guidance

Kiwis and mineral water can cut constipation, says new guidance

Eating several kiwi fruit a day can help relieve constipation and is a better starting point than worrying about a high-fibre diet, according to new guidance on the condition. The advice says drinking water high in minerals is better for constipation than tap water, and magnesium oxide supplements are good for improving symptoms. Researchers from … Read more

New guidance on doctors’ sexual misconduct cases

New guidance on doctors’ sexual misconduct cases

Dominic HughesHealth correspondent Getty Images Some medics involved in sexual misconduct cases were handed suspensions instead of General Medical Council advice to strike them off the medical register Last month we reported on research that found in nearly a quarter of cases involving sexual misconduct, the MPTS imposed sanctions on doctors that were more lenient … Read more

Career guidance seminar at Methodist College of Engg. & Technology today

Career guidance seminar at Methodist College of Engg. & Technology today

The Hindu Future India Club (TH-FIC) in association with Krishna Pradeep’s 21st Century IAS Academy, as part of the ‘Unlock Your Future’ career guidance, will conduct a seminar with students at Methodist College of Engineering & Technology, Abids, on Saturday. The seminar aimed at creating awareness among undergraduate students on taking informed decisions will explain … Read more

New guidance on use of physician associates

New guidance on use of physician associates

Getty Images A leading medical royal college says physician associates (PAs) should only be supervised by senior doctors, and not doctors in training, in guidance issued to members. The Royal College of Physicians’ (RCP) announcement follows an acrimonious debate in the medical profession over the use of PAs, who are intended to assist doctors and … Read more

IT sector Q2 preview: Single-digit revenue growth seen, FY25 guidance may improve

IT sector Q2 preview: Single-digit revenue growth seen, FY25 guidance may improve

Indian IT companies are expected to report a single-digit revenue growth up to 4% in the quarter that ended on September 30, 2024 with the likelihood of positive commentary for the rest of FY25, according to estimates by three brokerages. The earnings season begins on Thursday, October 10 with the announcement of results by Tata … Read more