Doctors should not be mechanically implicated under POCSO Act: Kerala HC

The Growing Scrutiny on Medical Professionals in Criminal Investigations Recent remarks by Justice A Badhurudeen underscore an emerging trend in criminal law, particularly concerning the implications for medical professionals. The critique centers on the potential misuse of legal provisions like Section 19 of the POCSO Act against doctors, urging caution among investigating officers to prevent … Read more

New study links cervicovaginal microbiome to increased risk of Chlamydia infections

Moving the Needle on Microbial Imbalance and STI Research The study published in Cell delving into the cervicovaginal microbiome (CVM) opens new avenues in understanding the intersection of health, microbial balance, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). With an increasing appreciation for the microbiome’s role in various health conditions, such research paves the way for future … Read more