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Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
AI 171 crash: Fear takes flight for kids, elders in crash aftermath in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad: A week after the devastating Air India 171 crash that shook the world, mental health professionals are beginning to see the psychological aftershocks ripple through affected communities. From fear-struck children to distressed frequent flyers, trauma is surfacing in various forms across the city. A woman in her early forties approached the govt Hospital for Mental Health (HMH) on Wednesday, accompanied by her two children. She told counsellors that the family lives in Meghaninagar, close to the crash site. Though not directly involved, the trauma of hearing the explosion and witnessing smoke rise from the BJ Medical College hostel has left them deeply shaken. "The family, particularly the children, shake in fear every time an aircraft passes by. With the memory of the crash still fresh, they fear it might come crashing down. The incident has affected their sleep, food intake, and overall mood," said Dr Deepti Bhatt, senior psychiatrist at HMH. "With the TeleMANAS helpline, we received two calls. One was from a frequent flier who could not sleep for two days. Another was from a woman doctor living in the Atulyam hostel complex, where the plane crashed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo When she returned to retrieve her belongings, it triggered painful memories. She was advised a follow-up," Dr Bhatt added. As Thursday marked a week since the crash, its psychological impact is becoming increasingly evident among citizens, both directly and indirectly affected. Several govt-run, university-based, and private helplines have publicised counselling numbers and are receiving calls. Experts, however, believe the full extent of the psychological damage will only become clear with time, as families are currently preoccupied with identifying remains and conducting last rites. Prof S L Vaya, lifetime professor at Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) and senior forensic psychologist, said their helpline has also received calls. "Primarily, the concerns are related to sleeplessness, anxiety, a general sense of unease, and shock. No one can truly be prepared for a catastrophe of this magnitude," she said. "We've recommended 'anapana pranayama' to help callers calm their nerves and encouraged them to talk to trusted friends or family members. " "Trauma can take many forms, often manifesting as disturbed sleep or recurring thoughts about the incident," said Dr Pradip Vaghasiya, a city-based psychiatrist. "While we've received calls from some distant relatives of the victims, one notable case involved a 14-year-old boy experiencing recurring nightmares of the crash. He was feeling increasingly anxious." "This is generally a temporary phenomenon," he added, "but if symptoms worsen, timely professional intervention is necessary."
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Huntsville Memorial Hospital Reduces Patient Transfers and Enhances Local Care with Onsite EEG Program Powered by Zeto
HUNTSVILLE, Texas, June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Zeto, Inc. is proud to announce the success of a new onsite EEG program at Huntsville Memorial Hospital (HMH) that has helped reduce emergency room patient transfers and improve access to neurological diagnostics for the Huntsville community and surrounding areas. As the only hospital within a 30-mile radius, HMH now offers critical services that previously required transfers to larger facilities in Conroe, The Woodlands, or Houston. An EEG (electroencephalogram) is a test that measures electrical activity in the brain and is commonly used to diagnose seizures, stroke, and other neurological conditions. Faced with a high volume of neuro-related transfers and limited access to specialty care, HMH leadership assembled a task force to study ER transfer patterns. "We looked at two years of transfer data and saw that many patients were being transferred for neuro-related issues, particularly when an EEG was needed," said Joe Schorre, Director of Cardiopulmonary and Emergency Management, who led the EEG implementation at HMH. "Our goal was to turn those transfers into local admissions." Knowing that the EEG services were needed for Huntsville and Walker County, the hospital explored options for bringing neurological diagnostics in-house as part of a broader inpatient teleneurology and stroke program. The result was the successful implementation of a rapid EEG solution from Zeto that requires no gels or pastes and can be set up by respiratory therapists in under five minutes. "We're not EEG techs, so we needed a solution that was easy to learn, easy to apply, and could integrate with remote neurologists for interpretation," said Schorre. Since the program's launch in December 2024, HMH has been able to admit more than 40 patients who would otherwise have been transferred to a facility over 30 miles away at a minimum. "Having the ability to implement an EEG program here at HMH is huge step forward for us to elevate the level of care for Walker County residents. Receiving high quality services closer to home which means families and loved ones don't have to travel, lose time from work, or worry about being separated from loved ones during treatment," Patrick Shannon, CEO of HMH stated. "For many in our rural community, that makes a huge difference." The program has also supported the development of an outpatient EEG program, allowing local primary care providers to refer patients for pre-neurology diagnostic testing. "We're helping patients get their EEG and MRI here, so by the time they go to the neurologist, they have data in hand," said Schorre. "It shortens the wait time and gets them the care they need faster." Looking ahead, HMH plans to expand services into continuous EEG monitoring and outpatient teleneurology. "This is about doing what's right for our community. We don't have local neurology, but we do have smart, committed staff and the tools to support them," said Schorre. About Huntsville Memorial HospitalHuntsville Memorial Hospital, Huntsville, Texas, is currently a 123-bed, CIHQ‐accredited, not‐for‐profit acute care community hospital. HMH delivers quality healthcare services to the residents of Walker County and its surrounding communities, a population of more than 82,000. HMH and its dedicated staff offer compassionate care and the latest technologies and treatment solutions. HMH holds the American Heart Association Primary Stroke Center designation. HMH keeps community health and wellness at the forefront of its mission. Please visit us at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Zeto, Inc.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Addicted to reels, student breaks hand to skip exams
Ahmedabad: How addictive can watching reels on mobile get? A in Ahmedabad was so hooked on short video formats that she spent an average of 12 hours relishing them. With practically all her waking hours consumed by this addiction, she voluntarily fractured her right hand to avoid writing her nursing exams! The violent self-harm was a rude wake-up call for the nursing student, who herself called the Tele MANAS (14416) helpline, a central govt project, to report herself and seek help. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The details of her reel addiction even shocked the seasoned counsellors. The Tele MANAS experts said that overall screen time has significantly spiked since the Covid pandemic, with the 'new normal' hovering around 5-6 hours. The nursing student had a compulsion to check her phone constantly and primarily consumed short-format videos, along with checking social media, exploring music and videos, and surfing websites. "The aspiring nurse confessed that she started watching short videos, popularly known as reels, about six months ago when she felt lonely and bored. Soon, she could not give up watching her phone even when she visited restaurants, cafes, or movie theatres. Ahead of her exams, she felt blank and decided to fracture her hand to avoid appearing for her exams, for which she was obviously unprepared," said a Tele MANAS counsellor. After four months of counselling, the nursing student recently wrote her term exams. "Extensive therapy helped her bring down her total screen time to three hours. Her mother was counselled about loneliness being central to her phone addiction and was advised to give her daughter more time and attention," added the counsellor. Dr Chirag Parmar, psychiatrist and coordinator for Tele MANAS at HMH, said that the helpline has received over 16,000 calls since its inception, with emerging as a major secondary factor in mental health issues. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Digital addiction is present in over 70-80% of cases related to mood swings, feeling down, anxiety, or sleep disorders. Like most addictions, it starts small with a few minutes or half an hour of scrolling. But the law of diminishing returns kicks in, and to get the same level of dopamine kick, the person needs more screen time, starting an endless loop," he said, adding that one should try to remember the first two clips they saw after one such session to realise that there is no actual brain stimulus. Dr Ajay Chauhan, medical superintendent of Government Hospital for Mental Health (HMH), said that of the 16,000 calls, two-thirds were dialled by men. The majority, 70% of callers, were in the age group of 18 to 40 years, which is termed the working population. "Each age group has its own unique set of mental health issues, and thus we need a different approach to tackle it. It ranges from anxiety at an early age due to intense competition for professional exams such as JEE or NEET among students to feelings of loneliness among the elderly," he said.
Tourism Breaking News
07-05-2025
- Business
- Tourism Breaking News
HMH strengthens presence in Saudi Arabia with new properties and expansion plans
Post Views: 110 Hospitality Management Holdings (HMH) announced a major expansion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) with the addition of new properties and ambitious development plans aimed at supporting the country's growing tourism sector. As part of its strategic growth initiative, HMH has signed an agreement to operate the Corp Al Khobar Corniche Hotel, a 157-room property overlooking the Khobar waterfront in the Eastern Province and a memorandum of understanding for a new Dammam hotel development. The hotel, previously under Accor's Mercure brand, will now join HMH's expanding portfolio, further strengthening the company's footprint in Saudi Arabia. This milestone comes as HMH prepares to open its flagship 460-room hotel in Makkah by mid-2025. Set to begin operations after the Hajj season, the Makkah property is expected to serve as a cornerstone in HMH's faith-based tourism offerings, catering to the millions of pilgrims who travel to the holy city annually. Additional developments are also underway across the Kingdom, reinforcing HMH's commitment to meeting the surging demand for quality hospitality solutions. Mr. Haytham Abdelaziz, Chief Operating Officer of HMH, emphasized the strategic significance of Saudi Arabia in the group's expansion roadmap: 'Saudi Arabia is a strategic priority for HMH, fully aligned with Vision 2030's transformative tourism goals and the rising demand for premium accommodation. The Al Khobar property strengthens our presence in the Eastern Province, while our forthcoming Makkah hotel will place us at the heart of religious tourism. With over 6,000 rooms currently operational or in development across the region, we remain deeply committed to supporting the Kingdom's target of attracting 150 million annual visitors by 2030.' The Corp Al Khobar Corniche Hotel will cater to a diverse clientele, including corporate travelers and leisure guests, while the Makkah property is tailored to accommodate pilgrims and religious tourists. These developments align with HMH's broader strategy to establish a presence in key cities throughout Saudi Arabia and contribute to the country's evolving tourism infrastructure. This marks the 15th consecutive successful participation of HMH at Arabian Travel Market (ATM), underscoring its long-standing presence and consistent engagement with the region's leading travel and tourism platform. Over the years, ATM has served as a key venue for HMH to strengthen partnerships and showcase its growing regional footprint. With a proven track record of operational excellence and a dynamic development pipeline, HMH continues to position itself as a leader in the Middle East's hospitality landscape. The group's growing footprint in Saudi Arabia reflects its forward-thinking vision and its role as a trusted partner in delivering world-class hospitality experiences.
Arab News
03-05-2025
- Business
- Arab News
HMH advances regional growth with new Makkah hotel
Hospitality Management Holdings, a leading hospitality group in the MENA region, is entering a significant phase of regional expansion with the upcoming opening of the Corp. Makkah Al-Naseem Hotel and two strategic agreements signed at Arabian Travel Market 2025. These developments highlight the company's commitment to elevating hospitality standards while supporting Vision 2030 across Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region. In Makkah, HMH is preparing to launch the Corp. Makkah Al-Naseem Hotel, a 460-room property strategically positioned to serve pilgrims visiting the holy city. Scheduled to open after this year's Hajj season, the hotel combines elegant interiors with modern amenities to create a welcoming environment for spiritual reflection and physical rejuvenation. The property features comprehensive guest facilities including a fully equipped fitness center, diverse dining options offering specialty cuisine, and a tranquil café — all thoughtfully designed to enhance the pilgrim experience. Haytham Abdelaziz, chief operating officer of HMH, said: 'Corp. Makkah Al-Naseem Hotel achieves a careful balance between contemporary comfort and spiritual sanctuary. We've designed every element to support guests' well-being, from nourishing meals to peaceful surroundings, allowing them to focus completely on their pilgrimage.' The hotel's opening forms part of HMH's broader commitment to supporting Saudi Arabia's religious tourism infrastructure development, aligning with national initiatives to enhance the experience for millions of annual visitors. During ATM 2025, HMH solidified its regional expansion with two key agreements: a signed management contract for the 460-room Corp. Makkah Al-Naseem Hotel, and a memorandum of understanding for a new Dammam hotel development. These strategic moves demonstrate HMH's balanced approach to serving both business and religious tourism sectors across the GCC. 'These agreements reflect our strategic expansion approach, perfectly aligned with our mission to serve diverse tourism sectors throughout the region,' Abdelaziz added. With more than 2,600 rooms either operational or in development, HMH is positioned to significantly influence the region's hospitality landscape. The group continues to leverage regional travel trends and government-supported tourism initiatives to drive sustainable growth. As HMH marked 15 years of participation at ATM, these achievements underscore its evolution as a trusted hospitality partner, delivering innovative, guest-centered solutions across MENA's dynamic tourism market.
