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Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: Assembly adopts 5 bills amidst dharna by combined Opposition, and more

The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023

17-year-old brought to NIMHANS in Bengaluru for treatment of mobile addiction escapes

The boy was addicted to online games and was referred to NIMHANS. He was admitted on December 4 as an in-patient.

The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023

Boy brought to NIMHANS with head injury dies on premises

Relatives of 18-mo-old boy with head injuries stage protest at NIMHANS after he succumbs to injuries. Parents allege delay in treatment, but hospital says they were informed of poor prognosis & unavailability of ventilator bed. Police investigate & NIMHANS submits MLC report.

The Hindu · Nov 30, 2023

Tele Manas Seva, launched last year on World Mental Health Day, has counselled more than 3,50,000 people till date: Minister

Tele Manas Seva has counselled 3.5 lakh people, receives 1,000 calls/day. Union Health Minister Mandaviya virtually inaugurated new facilities at NIMHANS and launched Tele-MANAS logo. Ayushman Bharat health and wellness centres integrated mental health services with primary health services. 743 districts across 36 States/UTs supported under National Mental Health Programme.…

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

World Mental Health Day | One year of Tele-MANAS: The wins, the concerns

A year since the launch of Tele-MANAS on World Mental Health Day, we take a look at how far it has come and what remains to be done to extend the reach of mental health services across the country

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

Top news developments in Karnataka today

Here is a list of top news developments from Karnataka today

The Hindu · Oct 6, 2023

Dementia is now ‘public health priority’ in Karnataka

Karnataka Health Minister declares dementia a public health priority. Dementia screening to be included in Gruha Arogya programme. Action plan to reduce risk, train caregivers, create dementia-friendly spaces & raise awareness. Plan to double diagnosis rate & provide home-based caregiver assistance. Stakeholders, patients & caregivers participate in drum jam session.

The Hindu · Sep 21, 2023

Tele MANAS records highest number of calls seeking help for sleep disorders

Since its inception in October last year, Tele MANAS, the government-run national tele-mental health helpline, has recorded the highest number of calls seeking help for sleep orders. Of the nearly three lakh calls received so far, over 34,000 were made for sleep disturbance. Calls seeking help for sadness, stress, and…

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023

Intervention through USHAS project helps over 2,800 persons in five govt hospitals in Bengaluru to reduce suicide intent and future attempts

B'luru Health Dept. saved 2,800 persons from suicide attempts in 5 hospitals. Project USHAS provides assessment & intervention to reduce suicide intent. Counsellors deputed to hospitals, Tele Manas helpline 14416 round the clock. SAHAI helpline 25497777 10am-6pm Mon-Sat. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

The Hindu · Sep 9, 2023

NIMHANS initiates Suicide Loss Survivors forum, an interactive platform for care and support

NIMHANS launches Suicide Loss Survivors (SLS) forum to reduce stigma & provide postvention care for families of those who lost their lives to suicide. Forum to offer guidance on navigating complex emotions & provide support network. Resources, incl. therapy, support groups & helplines, to be provided.

The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023