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Gyanendra Tiwari from Madhya Pradesh, who suffered cardiac arrest in Dubai on October 15 and remained in a coma for over three weeks, has been flown back to India by air ambulance. Following coordination between the Centre and the Madhya Pradesh government, he was admitted to AIIMS Delhi for further treatment, bringing relief to his family.

On Dhanvantari Jayanti, the AYUSH Ministry shared simple tips for staying healthy. It urged people to eat balanced meals with pulses, greens, fruit and grains, sleep on time and stay active through yoga, walks and exercise. It also advised regular health check-ups to detect problems early, stressing the value of preventive care and daily habits.

Doctors at a private hospital in Ghaziabad treated a 73-year-old man with infected bile duct stones, kidney injury and pneumonia. As prior surgery prevented standard endoscopy, they used a miniature SpyGlass camera and energy pulses to break and remove the stones. The patient was discharged in stable condition, with normal liver function at a six-week follow-up.

Dr Daanish A Chhapra debunks brain tumour myths, explaining that not all tumours are cancerous and headaches alone do not indicate a tumour. Symptoms may be subtle, and surgery is not the only treatment. He stresses the importance of timely medical evaluation and personalised care, noting that a brain tumour diagnosis does not mean there is no hope.

Karnataka LoP R Ashoka alleged that government hospitals lack funds for blood tests and face shortages of basic medicines, forcing poor patients towards private labs and pharmacies. He accused the Congress-led government of financial mismanagement and neglecting public healthcare, questioning its spending priorities and demanding accountability for the alleged crisis in state hospitals.

Union Health Minister JP Nadda reviewed construction at AIIMS Awantipora in Jammu and Kashmir and urged early completion of the 750-bed facility. The OPD is expected to open by the end of November, while 100 MBBS students are set to begin classes soon. The ₹2,160-crore project aims to improve access to specialist healthcare in Kashmir.

Environmental expert Ravinarayana has raised concerns over rising air pollution in Bengaluru following Diwali celebrations. He attributed the increase to excessive firecracker use and warned that toxic smoke could worsen respiratory problems among asthma patients and affect birds and animals. He urged residents to celebrate festivals responsibly.

Using high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters in bedrooms may help people with prediabetes manage blood sugar levels, a new study has found. Researchers found that cleaner air reduced daily blood sugar fluctuations by nearly 8% and morning blood sugar spikes after breakfast. The study involved over 150 people who used air filters for about a month.

A study published in Food & Function has found that consuming a handful of walnuts daily for eight weeks may improve mood in young adults. The clinical trial involving 31 participants found reductions in overall mood disturbance, anger and fatigue levels. Researchers said the findings suggest a possible link between walnut consumption, gut health and serotonin metabolism.

US' FDA on Monday warned patients and healthcare providers of potential increased risk of a serious eye condition associated with the use of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss and diabetes. FDA said non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) is a rare condition that can result in acute, painless, decreased vision in one eye, including permanent vision loss.

The AYUSH Ministry says yoga alone cannot ensure good health. It also urges Yukta Aahar, or balanced eating, stressing food quality, portions and a calm mind. People should choose fresh, nutritious foods, limit processed and fried items, avoid overeating and focus on meals instead of mobile phones to recognise hunger and develop healthier eating habits.

Ardha Halasana, a beginner-friendly variation of Plow Pose, involves raising the legs to 30, 60 or 90 degrees while lying on the back. The AYUSH Ministry says it may strengthen abdominal, back and leg muscles and aid digestion. It may improve flexibility and concentration. People with hernias or abdominal injuries or surgery should avoid it.

Mushroom farming opens income avenues for farmers, women and rural youth, a government report says. Training helps create small businesses even on limited land. In Andhra Pradesh, one grower earns around ₹35,000 monthly. A Uttarakhand enterprise produces one tonne daily, employs 15 people and has trained over 2,000 women and farmers in hill regions.

India supplies around 40% of US generic medicines, highlighting America's reliance on Indian drugmakers, a report says. A Hyderabad plant produces nearly one billion oral doses monthly, mostly for the US. Trump's proposed tariffs aim to boost domestic production, but experts warn manufacturing medicines in America could cost four times more than in India.

The World Health Organisation has warned that symptoms associated with the new COVID-19 variant PJ.2.1, which is spreading in many countries, may resemble those of common cold and influenza. WHO stressed the infections can't be distinguished on the basis of symptoms alone and may require testing, which is necessary as identifying the virus can influence treatment and public health measures.

A study of 2,912 Israeli adults found that people who believed they would be remembered after death tended to report better mental health. They also reported fewer symptoms of depression, anxiety and PTSD, fewer sleep problems, along with lower levels of problematic substance use and addictive behaviours. The findings were published in the International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction.