AJ Hospital to conduct 'short stature camp' from Monday

May 17, 2012

Mangalore, May 17: A J Hospital and Research Centre will be organizing a camp on short stature from May 21 to 26 in order to evaluate the problem of short stature problem and to create awareness among general Public.

A press release issued by the organisers here on Thursday, stated that the camp participants would be offered consultation with endocrinologist and X-Ray (Hand with wrist) free and the following lab investigations at a concessional rate of Rs 250 per person.

If we can improve the height of people by early diagnosis and proper treatment it will enable to build a healthy strong and confident citizen.

For further information and registrations one can contact: 0824 2225533 / 6613333 Extn.252.

Short Stature

Short stature is a social stigma, as short people are criticized and people make fun of them. For many jobs and professions, height is an important criterion. For no fault of theirs, short people are not eligible for many lucrative and glamorous professions. Because of all these, short people feel shy and depressed. Their self-confidence and self-esteem becomes extremely poor.

Biggest problem with short stature is that it has to be diagnosed early by the age of 15 years. The proper diagnosis should be made early, before the bones are fused and joints are formed fully so that some measures can be taken to improve height.

Most common cases of short stature are familial short stature (where family members are short) and constitutional delay in growth and puberty (variation of normal growth). However hormonal causes like hypothyroidism, growth hormone deficiency and hypopituitarism are very important treatable causes of short stature. If they are diagnosed early and proper treatment started, normal adult height can be attained.

It is possible to improve the height by giving growth hormone in variety of causes of short stature including growth hormone deficiency, hypopituitarism and even idiopathic short stature.

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Karnataka BJP MLA Munirathna, 6 others booked for rape at resort, criminal intimidation

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September 19,2024

Ramanagara, Sep 19: A case of rape, sexual harassment and criminal intimidation has been registered against BJP MLA Munirathna and six others, police said on Thursday.

It was registered following the complaint of a 40-year-old woman who alleged that the incident took place at a private resort within the Kaggalipura police station’s jurisdiction.

“We received a complaint on Wednesday night and based on it, we have registered case against seven people, including the BJP MLA under various sections for rape by public servant, sexual harassment, criminal intimidation, criminal conspiracy, voyeurism, intentional insult with intent to provoke breach of peace, Information Technology Act, and others,” a senior police officer said.

The matter is being investigated, he said.

The fresh FIR against the BJP MLA, also a former Minister, comes days after he was arrested by the Bengaluru Police in connection with the two cases filed against him for alleged harassment, threats and casteist abuse, police said.

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Demand for Mangaluru-Singapore direct flight gains momentum

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September 13,2024

NRI professionals hailing from the coastal and Malnad regions of Karnataka, now based in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Australia, have been urging the Indian government and airlines to introduce a direct flight between Mangalore International Airport (MIA) and Singapore’s Changi Airport.

These professionals argue that Singapore’s strategic location as a hub connecting India with East Asia makes this flight essential. They highlight that this route would serve over 12 million people from the coastal and hill regions of southern India, fostering stronger ties with East Asian economies.

The group, consisting of individuals from Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu, Shivamogga, and Hassan, is spearheaded by Rajesh H Acharya, director of HQ Connections Pte Ltd, Singapore, and coordinator of the Singapore Tuluver community. Acharya emphasized the significance of the Indian government’s Act East policy, which aims to strengthen relationships between India and ASEAN, East Asia, and the Asia-Pacific region.

“This flight will open new doors for cultural, trade, tourism, and technological exchanges between these regions,” Acharya said.

The Mangalore Chapter of IndUS Entrepreneurs (TiE) has also proposed positioning the region as the 'Silicon Beach of India.' A direct flight would provide greater opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors from both Singapore and Mangaluru, boosting business exchanges.

Moreover, Singapore’s Changi Airport could see increased tourism from the Karnataka coast, while Coastal Karnataka would benefit from a surge in visitors from ASEAN countries, the Far East, Australia, New Zealand, and the US West Coast.

While a similar attempt in 2017 did not succeed, Acharya and his team are hopeful that this time their appeal will be taken seriously, tapping into the immense growth potential of the eastern half of the globe.

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