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Hospital fire in Delhi: More than 25% of the 1,183 unlicensed nursing homes in Delhi

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The Baby Care New Born hospital in Vivek Vihar, East Delhi, had a big fire that killed six newborns and injured five more. The hospital’s licencing expired on March 31, two months ago, but it’s not the only one that’s still in operation.

Out of the 1,183 registered nursing homes in the capital, data from the Delhi government’s health department reveals that 340 (28.74%) have had their registrations expire, some of them as long as six years ago. West and Northwest Delhi are home to the greatest concentration of these facilities operating with expired permits. There are two of them at Vivek Vihar, the location of the incident; nine more are located nearby.

According to the status report, the permits for eight more establishments expired in March 2019 and the licences for two, Ardent Ganpati Hospital in Mundka and Indra Clinic & Test Tube Baby Centre in Patel Nagar, expired in March 2018. When contacted, a few of the institutions offered the typical justifications: bureaucracy, financial difficulties stemming from Covid, absence of a fire NOC, which is a need for acquiring licences, and a review of their renewal process.

Of the 288 nursing homes in West Delhi, 33.3% (or 96 units) have expired in terms of their registration. Northwest has 194 licences, 48 of which are expired (24.7%). There are 94 nursing facilities in East Delhi, with 25 violators (26.6%); 102 in Southwest Delhi, with 29 expired licences (28.4%); and 94 in South Delhi, with 25 (26.6%) of their permits having expired.

The situation is better in Central and New Delhi, where there are 63 and 23 nursing homes, respectively, of which 17 and 2 have expired. A senior health department official verified the information on condition of anonymity, and HT has seen a copy of the status report that contains the data.

Citing that “more than quarter of nursing homes in Delhi are operating without valid registration” and that “even those nursing homes with registration may not be meeting the safety and regulatory standards,” Delhi LG VK Saxena on Tuesday ordered an investigation by the anti-corruption bureau into the registration process of nursing homes in the city.

The Delhi Nursing Home Registration Act, 1953, governs the registration and management of the operations of the city’s nursing homes by the directorate general of health services (Delhi government)’s nursing home cell. It is required of the cell to register these units and renew their registration every three years.

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According to the May 7, 2024 report from the nursing home cell, at least 119 additional nursing homes, including the Vivek Vihar facility, had permits that expired on March 31, 2024, two months ago. Additionally, 133 nursing homes have registrations that expired in March 2023. And 65, whose permits came to an end in March 2020.

These nursing homes range in size from tiny establishments with two beds to larger ones with seventy beds, which would practically convert them into hospitals. The study also states that 98 of the 340 permit holders whose licences have expired still have to pay the renewal or cancellation fees.

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The AAP government in Delhi cited the bureaucracy of the city-state, which answers to the LG.

According to Saurabh Bhardwaj, Minister of Health, the Secretary of Health has not yet reported for work. The information is available with the department and is not directly available to me, thus I am unable to offer it, he continued.

When asked for reaction, the health secretary remained silent.

Delhi baby deaths: Employee claims that immediately the fire started, all on-duty personnel left.

An employee who answered the phone at Aggarwal Charitable Hospital in Shakti Nagar, North Delhi, stated that they were unable to renew the registration due to a lack of a NOC (no-objection certificate) from the fire department. The hospital’s license expires in March 2020. “We don’t have an active license because the hospital building is very old and was constructed before the current fire policy was established, and fire NOCs are now required for license applications submitted after 2020.”

“We are in contact with the authorities,” he continued, adding that they lacked the resources to rebuild in accordance with the new guidelines.

A doctor who wished to remain anonymous answered the phone at Satayanand Medical Centre in Tagore Garden, whose licenses expired four years ago, and stated that the “licence was under review and documentation work was underway”.

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A doctor at the Sharad Nursing Home in Nangloi stated that the facility was inspected by DGHS around six months prior. The facility’s license expired in 2020. The physician blamed the Covid epidemic for the absence of rejuvenation. “We possess all the paperwork required to operate the facility. We were severely impacted by COVID, and at one time we had to close our nursing home before reopening it when things improved,” he stated.

The license of the Temple Nursing Home in Daryaganj, which expired in 2020, is currently being reviewed, according to a representative who answered the hospital’s phone. She continued, “We have applied for a license renewal because we are a very old hospital.”

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Lastly, a physician at Ashok Vihar’s Maharaja Agarsain Hospital (Charitable) contested the report’s stated status. “We shouldn’t be on this list because we have all the necessary licenses in place.”

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In a lavender Manish Malhotra saree, Hania Aamir sports her most gorgeous ethnic ensemble to date. View its astounding cost.

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Hania Aamir serves stunning ethnic fashion inspiration in lavender Manish Malhotra tissue saree. Wondering how much it costs? Scroll down for all the details.

Hania Aamir is leaving fashion lovers spellbound with her stunning ethnic diaries. The Pakistani actor has been rocking back-to-back traditional outfits by Indian designers, turning her Insta feed into a goldmine of fashion inspo. For her latest look, the 27-year-old slipped into six yards of grace and looked straight out of a royal fairytale. Let’s break down her saree look and steal some style tips for your ethnic wardrobe. Hania Aamir stuns in lavender saree
On Monday, Hania took to Instagram and uploaded a series of gorgeous snaps accompanied by the caption “gave mermaid.” Draped in a dreamy lavender saree, the star looked absolutely breathtaking while serving some striking glam poses. Let’s take a moment to soak in her ethereal beauty.

Hania’s saree is crafted from luxurious tissue fabric and features intricately embroidered borders, showcasing stunning zari work, beads, and sequin detailing throughout. Draped to perfection, she let the pallu elegantly cascade from her shoulder, adding a regal charm to her look. She teamed it up with a matching embroidered blouse, complete with delicate handmade tassels at the back.

How much does her saree cost?
Can’t stop swooning over Hania’s gorgeous saree? We’ve got all the details you need to add this stunner to your collection. Her six yards is straight from the shelves of ace designer Manish Malhotra and is priced at ₹3,95,000.

Hania accessorised her ethnic look with dazzling diamond jewellery, including statement drop earrings, a chic choker necklace, a sleek bracelet, and a stunning ring adorning her finger. Her dewy makeup featured shimmer eyeshadow, winged eyeliner, mascara-coated lashes, blushed cheeks, a luminous highlighter, and glossy nude lipstick. With her long, luscious tresses left loose in a side partition, she perfectly finished off her look.

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Dimple Kapadia’s “excellent” natural haircare components are the keys to her most beautiful hair: Egg with onion juice

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Celebrities’ haircare secrets are always a mystery; but we’ve got the scoop. Here are some tips from veteran actor Dimple Kapadia, known for her luscious hair.

Ever wondered what the secret to Dimple Kapadia’s ‘glossy and shiny’ locks is? You’re in luck as the Bollywood A-lister shared the haircare tips and tricks she’s picked up over the years in a 2021 interview with Vogue India, and they are pretty much the best hair care advice you will ever get. The best part? Dimple’s inexpensive haircare tips could help you achieve healthy, beautiful locks without breaking the bank. Also read | What Sharmila Tagore does for ‘radiant, naturally glowing skin’ at 79: Her top 3 traditional Indian skincare ingredients

‘Oil your hair and do not colour it’
Speaking about her ‘glossy and shiny’ hair, the actor credited the ‘habit of oiling’ that started in her childhood, and said, “Oiling goes a long, long way. I oil my hair overnight, then get a head massage with a homemade hair pack, which is a mixture of eggs (5 whites and a whole egg) and a banana. I leave it on for 10-30 minutes and then wash it through with lukewarm water… the habit of oiling was prevalent throughout my childhood, and it helped as I have always had very dry, thick and coarse hair. Without the amount of professional styling I’ve had over the years, it would not look so glossy and shiny.”

‘Onion juice is excellent for the hair’
Dimple, 67, added, “My secret hair oil recipe is a concoction of almond and sandalwood oil as a base, with geranium, rosemary and lavender essential oils. This is the legacy I’ll pass down to my grandchildren – oil your hair and do not colour it… onion juice is excellent for the hair but I think, the safer option is to use the onion extract oils you get now.”

Diet for healthy hair
Dimple’s healthy hair diet included fish that can provide essential nutrients for promoting hair growth and maintaining healthy locks. The actor said that she ‘ate a lot of fish growing up’ as her family lived in a coastal area, adding that ‘really helped’ her hair.

Dimple suggested that you ‘include lots of protein in your diet, eat balanced meals and include seeds and nuts’ to provide your hair with the essential nutrients it needs to stay healthy, strong, and beautiful.

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Knowing the main distinctions and risks between HMPV and COVID-19.

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As India logs 5 cases of HMPV, here’s all you need to know about how human metapneumovirus is different from Covid-19 and warning signs to watch out for.

HMPV virus is not a novel virus – it was first isolated in 2001 by Van den Hoogen and her colleagues in Netherlands in the nasopharyngeal secretions of children with respiratory tract infections. The virus was named human metapneumovirus because it was a metapneumovirus that used humans as a host.

The human metapneumovirus (hMPV) is a common respiratory virus that typically causes mild cold-like symptoms. Studies show it has circulated in human populations since the 1970s, though it was first identified by scientists in 2001.

The virus accounts for 4-16% of acute respiratory infections globally, with cases usually peaking between November and May. While most adults have developed immunity through previous exposure, hMPV can cause more severe symptoms in infants encountering it for the first time and in people with weakened immune systems.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Sangeeta V Budur, Consultant – Paediatrics and Paediatric Intensive Care at Aster RV Hospital, shared, “It is known to cause a range of illnesses from mild upper respiratory infections to severe pneumonia , bronchiolitis and acute respiratory distress syndrome. About 5 to 25% of the acute pediatric lower respiratory tract infections are associated with HMPV. The viral outbreaks peak in winter and spring season in northern hemisphere and June and July in southern hemisphere.”

Who are the vulnerable population?
Dr Sangeeta V Budur revealed, “No age group is immune to the virus, reinfection occurs throughout the life but subsequent infections are mild. Infants, children under 2 years, elderly, Immuno-compromised persons or those with underlying chronic medical conditions are more vulnerable to the severe disease. The HMPV infection appears to be ubiquitous, as virtually all children are exposed by the age of 5 years.”

How does it spread?
According to Dr Sangeeta V Budur, just like any other respiratory illness, HMPV spread via respiratory droplets i.e. coughing, sneezing or contact with infected secretions.

How is it different from Covid -19 ?
Dr Sangeeta V Budur informed, “Both viruses cause minor respiratory symptoms in most of the infected people but Covid -19 has a broader spectrum of symptoms involving multiple body systems and a higher potential for systemic complications. The comparison between the two viruses is difficult though the spread is through the droplets via the respiratory route in both. HMPV is less transmittable and has less severe symptoms as compared to Covid-19.”

What are the symptoms of HMPV virus?
Dr Sangeeta V Budur answered, “Most of the symptoms are mild flu like lasting 5- 7 days requiring outpatient visits. But in children under five , HMPV is responsible for 3-10% of hospital admissions. Among the hospitalized children high grade fever, respiratory distress, wheezing rare the predominant symptoms.”

What are the respiratory illnesses caused by HMPV?
As per Dr Sangeeta V Budur, HMPV is mainly known to cause upper respiratory tract infection in most of the children but bronchiolitis, severe pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome in few which require hospitalization, oxygen therapy including mechanical ventilation.

How to diagnose HMPV infection?
Dr Sangeeta V Budur highlighted, “Diagnosing HMPV based solely on symptoms is difficult, as it mimics other respiratory infections like respiratory syncytial virus( RSV) and influenza. PCR testing on nasopharyngeal secretions for detecting HMPV RNA is the gold standard. In India, surveillance systems like ICMR and the Integrated disease surveillance Programme( IDSP) regularly test for respiratory viruses including HMPV.”

What are treatment options for HMPV?
There is no specific antiviral drug available. Dr Sangeeta V Budur said, “Treatment is mainly symptomatic and supportive with antipyretics and antihistaminics. Hospitalised children may need oxygen therapy , nebulizations and rarely mechanical ventilation among the severely infected.”

What are preventive measures for HMPV?
As of now there is no targeted therapy/vaccine available for HMPV. Dr Sangeeta V Budur suggested, “Proper hand hygiene – washing hands frequently with soap and water for at least 30 seconds. Cough etiquette such as covering the nose and mouth while sneezing and coughing, wearing a mask can limit the spread of the virus. Avoiding close contact with infected individuals, regularly disinfecting touched surfaces are additional measures.”

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