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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Jaipur entrepreneur roasted for mocking doctor over ₹1300 ear wax removal: ‘Next time use traditional cleaner'
A Jaipur-based entrepreneur found himself at the receiving end of sharp criticism online after a post he shared mocking an ENT doctor's consultation fee went viral. Rishabh Jain had posted a photo of his daughter holding a small piece of cotton following a routine ear wax removal appointment. The caption read: 'ENT doctor removed my kid's ear wax in 30 secs, charged whooping ₹1300, that too after a 'discount'. No wonder her clinic was emptier than Ritvi's ear.' (Also read: Indian doctor compares livers of 'weekend only drink' man and his healthy wife: 'Alcohol is a poison') The seemingly sarcastic comment sparked a strong reaction on X, with Jain's post garnering over 1.5 million views and more than 2,500 comments—most of them criticising his attitude towards healthcare professionals. Check out the post here: Dr Cyriac Abby Philips, a renowned medical professional known online as The Liver Doc, responded bluntly: 'Next time you can use a traditional ear wax cleaner. You'll find them across the street. And not waste any money. Hope this helps.' The backlash quickly snowballed with several users pointing out the lack of understanding and respect for medical services. One user wrote, 'You are not paying for 30 seconds. You are paying for the skill to do it in 30 seconds. If you have a problem with cost, try doing it free yourself.' Another sharply remarked, 'There are people who sit on the road and do it for INR 50. Next time you should visit them. I would say the doctor has undercharged.' Others expressed concern over Jain publicly posting his daughter's image in such a context. 'Please delete this tweet which is exposing your child on this not so safe place. She deserves her privacy,' a user warned. (Also read: Liver Doc slams billionaire Nikhil Kamath for viral podcast on liquor industry: 'Alcohol is good business') Further criticism targeted Jain's approach as unprofessional and disrespectful. 'Such an attitude towards professional services is alarming. ENT specialists spend 10+ years studying before practising. The total time spent is: years of studying + years of practice + 30 seconds,' one user explained.
Business Insider
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Citi Remains a Buy on Entain plc (ENT)
Citi analyst Monique Pollard maintained a Buy rating on Entain plc (ENT – Research Report) today and set a price target of £12.50. The company's shares closed yesterday at p866.00. Confident Investing Starts Here: Pollard covers the Consumer Cyclical sector, focusing on stocks such as Delivery Hero SE, Deliveroo plc Class A, and Marks and Spencer. According to TipRanks, Pollard has an average return of 8.4% and a 53.80% success rate on recommended stocks. The word on The Street in general, suggests a Strong Buy analyst consensus rating for Entain plc with a p1,042.00 average price target, which is a 20.32% upside from current levels. In a report released yesterday, Jefferies also upgraded the stock to a Buy with a p1,140.00 price target. ENT market cap is currently £4.81B and has a P/E ratio of -10.61. Based on the recent corporate insider activity of 6 insiders, corporate insider sentiment is positive on the stock. This means that over the past quarter there has been an increase of insiders buying their shares of ENT in relation to earlier this year.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Gavin Gassen, M.D. Brings His Expertise to ENT and Allergy Associates' Poughkeepsie Office
Dr. Gassen will see both adult and pediatric patients at ENTA's office at 21 Reade Place, Suite 3200, Poughkeepsie, NY, beginning November 1, 2025. ENTA Otolaryngologist and Head and Neck Surgeon Gavin Gassen, M.D. Tarrytown, New York, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP (ENTA), the largest ear, nose, throat, allergy, and audiology practice in the country, is proud to welcome Gavin M. Gassen, M.D., a board-certified Otolaryngologist and Head and Neck Surgeon, to its team of specialists in Poughkeepsie, NY, beginning November 1, 2025. Dr. Gassen will see both adult and pediatric patients at ENTA's office at 21 Reade Place, Suite 3200, Poughkeepsie, NY. Dr. Gassen brings with him a diverse clinical experience few physicians can match—spanning academic medicine, humanitarian missions, and over a decade of decorated service in the U.S. Navy Medical Corps. Dr. Gassen most recently practiced at Plessen Ear, Nose & Throat in St. Croix, U.S.V.I., while also serving as Adjunct Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology at Tulane University School of Medicine. A New Orleans native, he completed his undergraduate and medical degrees at Tulane, followed by intensive surgical training at Charity Hospital, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, and the University of Maryland. During his military service, Dr. Gassen earned the rank of Commander and served as a Naval Flight Surgeon during Operation Iraqi Freedom. He was awarded the Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal among other honors, for excellence in patient care and operational leadership. Beyond the clinic, Dr. Gassen has also led medical missions delivering head and neck surgical care to underserved communities and has been published in several peer-reviewed journals. He holds memberships in the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, American Rhinologic Society, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and The Society of U.S. Naval Flight Surgeons. In the Poughkeepsie office, Dr. Gassen will join Otolaryngologists Ryan Borress, M.D.; Jason Cohen, M.D., F.A.C.S; Rami Payman, M.D., Hector Rodriguez, M.D.; Mark Very, M.D.; and Allergist/Immunologist Michael Hugh, M.D. 'Dr. Gassen's background is as impressive as it is unique,' said Steven Gold, M.D., Vice President and Chair of the ENTA Recruitment Committee. 'He's served with distinction in the U.S. Navy, trained at world-renowned institutions, and delivered care across academic, private, and international humanitarian settings. That kind of experience translates into a physician who brings both clinical excellence and deep compassion to his patients. I have no doubt that his addition to our Poughkeepsie team will result in an immediate and meaningful benefit to the community. We are truly proud to welcome him to ENTA.' To learn more about ENTA, find a local office or book an appointment, visit or call 1-855-ENTA-DOC. About ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP: ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP (ENTA) is the largest ENT, Allergy, and Audiology practice in the country, with over 450 clinicians who now practice in over 60 clinical locations throughout New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Each ENTA clinical office is comprised of world-class physicians who are specialists and sub-specialists in their respective fields, providing the highest level of expertise and care. With a wide range of services including Adult and Pediatric ENT and Allergy, Voice and Swallowing, Advanced Sinus and Skull Base Surgery, Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery, Treatment of Disorders of the Inner Ear and Dizziness, Asthma-related services, Diagnostic Audiology, Hearing Aid Dispensing, Sleep and CT Services, ENTA Is able to meet the needs of patients of all ages. ENTA is also affiliated with some of the most prestigious medical institutions in the world, including The Mount Sinai Health System, Montefiore Medical Center, Northwell Health and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. Each year ENTA physicians are voted 'Top Doctor' by Castle Connolly, a true testament to the exceptional care and service they provide to their patients. Attachment ENTA Otolaryngologist and Head and Neck Surgeon Gavin Gassen, M.D. CONTACT: Jason Campbell ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP 914-984-2531 Jcampbell@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Khaleej Times
08-06-2025
- Health
- Khaleej Times
'Legacy will live on': Hundreds gather in Dubai to mourn renowned Indian doctor
Hundreds of people gathered at Al Quoz cemetery late on Sunday to bid farewell to Dr Nazar Moopan, a well-loved member of the medical community and nephew of Dr Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare. Well-wishers and friends flew in from India and other Gulf countries to pay their respects to the doctor who passed away peacefully in Dubai on Sunday, surrounded by his family. 'It is with deep sorrow and a profound sense of loss that we mourn the passing of Dr Nazar Moopan,' said Dr Azad Moopen. 'Dr Nazar was not only a pillar of our medical community but also a compassionate doctor, a committed leader, and a beloved colleague to many within the Aster family. For over two decades, Dr Nazar has worked at Aster DM Healthcare and at the time of his death, he was the Medical Director and ENT Consultant at the group's facility in Qatar. He is survived by his wife Wahida and his children Neda, Nimmi and Zain. According to Dr Azad, Dr Nazar 'dedicated his life to the service of others' for decades, exemplifying the values of integrity, excellence, and empathy. 'His contributions to healthcare in Qatar have left an indelible mark, and his legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched with his skill and kindness,' he said.
CNA
02-06-2025
- Health
- CNA
What's actually in saliva? What can it say about your health? What are signs you should see a doctor?
Spit, drool, and more recently, hawk-tuah… all choice words associated with some rather unsavoury situations that involve saliva. As eek-inducing as this by-product of the mouth appears to be, your oral health would be in a very different state if not for your saliva. And your body knows that – it produces one to two litres a day, and enough to fill a bathtub in a year. In fact, during your lifetime, you could produce over 23,000 litres of saliva, according to Cleveland Clinic. But what does your spit contain that makes it essential, other than to make swallowing easier? And should you see a doctor if you can't control your saliva or if your mouth feels as dry as the desert? Here's a look. WHAT'S IN SALIVA AND WHAT DOES IT DO? Saliva is made up of 99 per cent water, with the remaining 1 per cent comprising proteins, electrolytes and other substances, said Dr Ker Liang, an ENT surgeon and the medical director of Aglow ENT Centre. Generally, your drool consists of two types of saliva: Serous saliva and mucous saliva. Serous saliva is primarily watery and contains enzymes like amylase, which aids in carbohydrate digestion. Mucous saliva is thicker and acts as a lubricant to protect your mouth and prevent tissues from sticking, such as your tongue gumming itself to the roof of your mouth. It goes without saying that the function of saliva is multi-fold. It is secreted to pre-digest the rice, noodles or other carbohydrates in your mouth as you chew. In fact, without saliva, you wouldn't be able to taste, according to Cleveland Clinic, as the food molecules must dissolve in saliva before they can be detected by your taste buds. Other than pre-digesting food as you chew, saliva also 'flushes out' the leftover food and drink in your mouth after you've swallowed, which can otherwise 'erode the teeth and cause cavities or gum disease', said Dr Ker. 'At the same time, it helps to rebalance the pH disrupted by the foods and drinks we consume.' That's not all. Saliva's microbe-limiting enzymes can protect against infection in the mouth, said Dr Ker. Certain substances in your drool can help prevent calcium loss from teeth as well as promote tissue healing (you'd know if you've ever accidentally bitten your tongue or the inside of your cheek). But you might want to rethink pre-chewing your baby's food or giving a dropped pacifier a quick suck to 'clean' it. 'There could have been an impression that a parent's saliva contains non-harmful bacteria that can trigger a positive immune response when transferred to the baby, either by pre-chewing or even sucking on pacifiers to clean them,' said Dr Ker. 'While not wrong, parents who adopt this habit should consider the risk of transmitting bacteria from their mouths to their babies,' she said. HOW IS SALIVA PRODUCED? According to Dr Ker, there are numerous salivary glands that are in charge of saliva production. Among them, there are three pairs of major salivary glands: Parotid glands: The largest of the salivary glands, they are located in front of your ears. Each parotid gland is slightly smaller than your ear. Submandibular glands: These are found below either side of the jaw and together, they are about the size of a walnut. Sublingual glands: These almond-sized glands are found below the right and left sides of the tongue. These glands are stimulated by taste, smell and the act of chewing, she said. 'The amount and type of saliva produced can vary, depending on the type of stimulation, and are regulated by the nervous system.' Even throwing up activates your glands big time, according to Cleveland Clinic, to dilute and neutralise the stomach acid that comes up in your vomit. Interestingly, how much you salivate can tell you something about your personality. It has to do with a part of your brain called the reticular activating system (RAS), which responds to stimuli like sour food and social contact, according to BBC. Scientists think that introverts tend to already have a high level of RAS activity even without stimulation. So, when a small stimulus, such as a few drops of lemon juice, is given to introverts, they tend to salivate about 50 per cent more than extroverts, reported BBC. And because the RAS also reacts to social contact, this could mean that introverts react more strongly to meeting people, too. What's not clear is, would the test make a good ice-breaker at parties? CAN THESE SALIVARY GLANDS GET INFECTED? Yes, they can. 'The parotid gland tends to warrant more attention not only because it is the largest salivary gland, but also because of its prevalence as a tumour site,' cautioned Dr Ker. 'Although most salivary gland tumours are benign, they are largely found in the parotid gland.' Viral infections such as mumps also tend to occur in the parotid gland, said Dr Ker. 'When the parotid gland is impacted, it is usually visible through signs of swelling of the upper cheeks, given the location of the glands.' But hang on, aren't you already vaccinated against mumps as a baby with the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) combination vaccines? Can you still develop mumps as an adult? According to Statista, other than babies and preteens from ages zero to 14 years old, the next most prevalent age groups to develop mumps are the 25-34-years-old group, and the 45-54-years-old group. 'Mumps, which is the swelling of the salivary gland, can affect individuals well into adulthood even if they are vaccinated as a baby,' said Dr Ker. 'This happens as the immunity provided by the MMR shots decreases over time and individuals are not as well protected long after the shot hence, when exposed, individuals can still develop painful symptoms like swelling of the jaw, fatigue and fever.' Opting for an MMR booster is your key preventive measure, she added. Mumps may be treated with medication, while tumours may be surgically removed, she said. Another infection of the salivary glands is sialadenitis. 'This typically occurs due to an inflammation in the salivary gland or connecting ducts that triggers an infection,' said Dr Ker. 'It can be caused by a variety of reasons, including the presence of a bacteria or virus, dehydration, other illnesses or poor oral hygiene.' Signs to look out for include decreased saliva production, dry mouth, swelling of the cheek and pain while eating. 'If you suspect any sialadenitis symptoms, visit an ENT specialist, who can provide appropriate treatment ranging from antibiotics, home remedies, or in some cases, a surgical approach to remove an abscess or blockage if necessary,' she said. HOW YOUR SALIVA CHANGES Age: Saliva tends to decrease and become more viscous as you get older. This results in a dry mouth that can contribute to the increase in cavities or other oral problems. Ageing can also lead to a loss of muscle control that causes drooling. Getting sick: With respiratory conditions that cause nasal congestion, your saliva may thicken as you depend more on your mouth to breathe. Other times, saliva production may increase when you are fighting off infections. Bad breath: You may suffer from reduced saliva production, which is essential to flush out bacteria that causes bad breath. In some instances, the saliva may be thicker and stickier, making it less effective at cleansing the mouth. Stress: More saliva may be produced as a response of the nervous system, which could involuntarily result in unprompted drooling. WHEN DO YOU NEED TO SEE A DOCTOR? Some instances of drooling could be linked to neurological disorders such as Parkinson's disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). 'Infections like sinusitis or tonsillitis can also result in drooling symptoms. In those instances, be sure to visit an ENT specialist for a proper examination and treatment,' advised Dr Ker. She highlighted that it is unusual for saliva to thicken to the point of feeling uncomfortable or difficult to swallow. 'If you notice such symptoms or that your saliva starts to clump or stick to your gum, you may want to consult a doctor for a proper diagnosis.' Often, your saliva's viscous consistency is caused by not drinking enough water. 'Sometimes, sick individuals may find their saliva thickening as it mixes with mucus during a flu or cold,' said Dr Ker. HOW CAN YOU KEEP YOUR SALIVARY GLANDS HEALTHY? One word: pH. 'Maintaining the pH balance of your saliva is important because it helps inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria in the mouth,' said Dr Ker. 'A stable, healthy pH level in the mouth reduces the risk of oral diseases, including various types of infections.' And that's not mentioning the good it does for your teeth by preventing the enamel from being eroded by acidic foods and drinks. 'One key way to maintain saliva pH is to monitor your diet,' said Dr Ker. In short, avoid sugar and carbonated drinks, which are usually acidic in nature, as much as possible. Instead, eat more alkaline foods such as vegetables and beans. Last but not least, floss and use alcohol-free mouthwash on top of regular brushing. 'Ensuring proper hydration is also key to help wash out excess acid and restore the balance in the mouth,' said Dr Ker.
