Since the discovery of insulin in 1922, no drug has been able to alter the course of Type 1 diabetes — until recently. Now the medication teplizumab delays onset of the condition by an average of two years — and sometimes by more than a decade, says Kevan Herold, MD, a principal investigator of the drug and an immunologist at Yale Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. That’s a significant development given that 30,000 U.S. patients are diagnosed with the autoimmune condition each year.
The Department of Anatomy at Rajarajeswari Medical College & Hospital organized an enriching guest lecture on “Brain Stem Anatomy & Its Clinical Relevance” on 21st June 2025. The session was graced by Dr. Rajkohila, Assistant Professor of Anatomy, Madurai Medical College, Tamil Nadu, who delivered a comprehensive and clinically oriented presentation on the brain stem.
The lecture covered detailed anatomical features and their implications in clinical practice, sparking interest among the undergraduate students. A brainstorming interactive session featuring multiple-choice questions added an engaging and participatory element to the lecture.
In addition to the academic session, 1st MBBS students (2024–25 batch) actively participated in two creative and research-based activities:
• Histology Rangoli Competition
• Research Project Proposal Competition
These competitions encouraged students to blend art with science and present innovative ideas. Winners were recognized and awarded during the event.
The program concluded with a vote of thanks, followed by high tea, providing a platform for informal interaction and academic networking. The event was a great success, fostering learning beyond the classroom and promoting a spirit of academic curiosity
Date: 12th June 2025
Venue: RMAMH-UHTC, Channasandra
The Department of Community Medicine at RajaRajeswari Medical College & Hospital (RRMCH), in collaboration with DHI students, interns, and the Urban Health Training Centre (UHTC), Channasandra, successfully conducted a Health Education & Awareness Program on Vector-Borne Diseases on 12th June 2025.
The program began at 11:15 AM with a traditional lamp lighting ceremony and focused on educating the local community about mosquito-borne diseases such as Malaria, Dengue, and Chikungunya. Participants learned about symptoms, modes of transmission, prevention strategies, and treatment options.
Students and interns actively engaged the audience through interactive sessions, emphasizing the importance of personal protection, environmental sanitation, and community participation in mosquito control.
Key speakers included:
• Dr. Shashikala Manjunatha, Professor & HOD, Community Medicine
• Dr. Manasa A R, Assistant Professor, Community Medicine
• Dr. Ramya M P, Assistant Professor, Community Medicine
• Dr. Harish, PG Resident, Pediatrics
• UHTC support staff
The event saw enthusiastic participation from 70 beneficiaries from the local community. The session concluded by 12:00 PM, with refreshments provided by Rotary International Organization and transport arranged by RRMCH.
This initiative reflects RRMCH’s continued commitment to public health awareness and community engagement.
The day is observed on 29 June to popularise the use of Statistics in everyday life. The day commemorates the birth anniversary of Prof. P C Mahalanobis. The theme of National Statistics Day 2021 is Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)-2: End Hunger, Achieve Food Security and Improved Nutrition and Promote Sustainable Agriculture
RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital has organized “International Yoga Day” celebration on
Date: 21/06/2025
Venue: College Lobby
Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Theme: “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”
Yoga Instructor: Ms. Sushma Shankar
Organized by: Cultural and Sports Committee
RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital celebrated International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm on 21st June 2025. The event, organized by the Cultural and Sports Committee, aimed to promote the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of students, staff, and faculty through the practice of yoga.
This year’s theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” emphasized the role of yoga in fostering harmony between human health and the health of the planet
The session was led by esteemed Yoga Instructor Mrs. Sushma Shankar from Bengaluru, in collaboration with DECATHLON, who guided participants through various asanas and breathing techniques. Her interactive and motivational approach helped participants connect deeply with the practice.
Over 220 participants took part in the session, demonstrating high energy, discipline, and interest in incorporating yoga into their daily routine.
To commemorate the occasion, awarded the ‘Yoga Sangam Patra’ – a certificate of recognition from the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India.
The celebration reinforced the importance of yoga in leading a balanced lifestyle and highlighted the college’s commitment to holistic health and wellness.
World Hydrography Day is observed on 21 June every year to increase public awareness about hydrography science. Every year the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) and its international members celebrate this day.
World Sickle Cell Awareness Day is held annually since 2008 to raise awareness about Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) and the struggle that the sufferers or a patient family face. This day was officially adopted by the General Assembly of the United Nations, to recognise SCD as a public health concern.
Every year it is observed on 18 June to represent diversity and infinite possibilities. This is a day for patients suffering from autism to come together with their families or caregivers. A day to promote awareness, acceptance and autonomy.
We are pleased to inform you that Dr Adarsh E, HOD, Department of Pediatrics, RRMCH with the co-author Dr Zafar Meenai had presented a article “Consensus Guidelines of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP)—Neuro-developmental Pediatrics Chapter on Developmentally Supportive Follow-Up for High-Risk Infants” which has been published online in Indian Pediatrics. As part of the Springer Nature Shared It initiative, it can be now publicly share a full-text view-only version of their paper by using the link https://rdcu.be/eqq7H
