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Team Goemkarponn Panjim: Manipal Hospital Goa has successfully performed the state’s first bronchoscopic balloon dilatation (BBD) , a minimally invasive procedure that uses a balloon catheter for dilatation of stenosed airway , marking a significant milestone in interventional pulmonology. The procedure was conducted on a 22-year-old female patient who had been suffering from chronic cough and breathlessness for the past two years. A CT scan of the chest revealed near-complete obstruction (stenosis) of the left main bronchus and collapse of the left lung as a sequelae of tuberculous infection. To address this condition, Controlled Radial Expansion (CRE) balloon bronchoscopic dilatation…

Team Goemkarponn Canacona: The town of Poinguinim in Canacona witnessed a vibrant and enthusiastic celebration to mark the 395th birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The event, organized by the Shivjayanti Mahotsav Samiti, Poinguinim, drew hundreds of participants who joined in the grand procession known as Bhavya Shivyatra. The Bhavya Shivyatra was inaugurated by prominent dignitaries including Goa Legislative Assembly Speaker Ramesh Tawadkar, former Deputy Chief Minister Chandrakant Kavalekar, Jana-Sena Supremo Janardhan Bhandari, and Bhavana Bhandari. The procession began at Poinguinim Bazar and culminated at the Shree Parshuram Temple in Poinguinim, Canacona. The event was characterized by immense enthusiasm and…

Team Goemkarponn Ribandar: Aam Aadmi Party Goa President Amit Palekar has said that land-grabbing accused Suleman Siddiquie has become an embarrassment to the BJP, and that is why they are harassing him. “Suleman Siddiquie has become an embarrassment to BJP, and that is why they are harassing me,” Palekar said. In a latest development in the ongoing investigation into the escape and video release case involving land-grabbing accused Suleman Siddiquie, the Old Goa Police have summoned Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Goa President Amit Palekar for questioning. This move has been met with strong criticism from Palekar, who alleges that the…

Team Goemkarponn Canacona: On Thursday, a tragic accident occurred in Loliem, Goa, when a car carrying a newly married couple from Karwar and two other passengers collided with a roadside electricity pole at Karai-Maxem. The incident happened as the group was returning home after visiting Shri Mallikarjun Devasthan in Shristhal. The car, bearing the registration number GA-03 P 3771, was travelling on the old NH-66 highway from Poinguinim to Loliem when it hit the electricity pole. The impact was severe enough to break the pole into two pieces, which then fell onto the car, trapping it underneath. Fortunately, all four…

“Moreover, the role of the medical community cannot be understated. Doctors and health workers need to be vigilant in identifying early signs of alcoholism among younger patients. They should advocate for regular screenings and promote programs that foster healthier lifestyle choices. Collaborative efforts between healthcare providers and educational institutions can help create a support system for those struggling with alcohol dependency.” Goa, known for its pristine beaches and vibrant nightlife, is facing a concerning public health crisis: a significant rise in alcoholism among the youth, leading to a troubling increase in liver cirrhosis deaths. Recent statistics reveal that over 300…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In an interesting development in the ongoing dispute over coastal zone management in Goa, the National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management (NCSCM) based in Chennai has filed a counter-affidavit with the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in Pune. This move is in response to objections raised by the Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA) regarding the Coastal Zone Management Plan (CZMP) and Coastal Zone Management (CZM) maps. The NCSCM, through its Acting Director Purvaja Ramachandran, has vehemently opposed the GCZMA’s objections, arguing that these challenges could undermine the legitimacy of the maps and the approvals granted by various…

The Rising Alcoholism — Each year, Goa records over 300 deaths due to liver cirrhosis, a condition predominantly linked to excessive alcohol consumption. — Of the 300 monthly deaths attributed to GMC, 30% are directly linked to alcoholism or alcohol-related incidents. — Previously, liver disease was more common among individuals in their 40s and 50s, but now cases are increasingly being diagnosed in people as young as their 20s. — Experts emphasize the critical need for raising awareness about alcoholism, particularly among students and the medical community. Team Goemkarponn Panaji: In the picturesque state of Goa, a disturbing health trend…