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Covid 19 Pandemic continues to impact polio response
According to an MMWR report, 37 countries reported 44 outbreaks of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus during the COVID-19 pandemic from January 2020 through June 2021 — almost 90% of them caused by poliovirus type 2. The outbreaks resulted in 1,335 paralyzed children.
FDA Authorizes Pfizer boosters for children aged 12 to 15 years, citing Omicron
According to an MMWR report, 37 countries reported 44 outbreaks of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus during the COVID-19 pandemic from January 2020 through June 2021 — almost 90% of them caused by poliovirus type 2. The outbreaks resulted in 1,335 paralyzed children.
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SIMULUS 11: National Medical Simulation Conference 2026 at VASA – Advancing Healthcare Training Through Innovation
Healthcare education in India is entering a new era—one where simulation-based learning plays a central role in shaping safer, smarter, and more skilled clinicians. As the demand for experiential medical training grows, platforms that unite educators, clinicians, innovators, and learners become essential. SIMULUS 11, hosted by the Vydehi Advanced Simulation Academy (VASA), stands as one
Realistic ICU Scenario Simulation: Enhancing Critical Care Skills Through Advanced Training at VASA
In modern healthcare, Intensive Care Units (ICUs) demand rapid decision-making, clinical precision, and coordinated teamwork. To meet these expectations, realistic ICU scenario simulation has become a vital part of training for doctors, nurses, and emergency teams. At Vydehi Advanced Simulation Academy (VASA), immersive simulation-based education empowers healthcare professionals to practice, learn, and refine their skills
Reducing Medical Errors Worldwide: The Impact of Simulation-Based Training on Patient Safety
Medical errors remain one of the most critical global challenges in healthcare. They contribute to preventable harm, delayed interventions, and increased costs in hospitals worldwide. To combat this growing concern, healthcare education is rapidly evolving — with simulation-based training in healthcare emerging as one of the most effective tools to improve safety and clinical accuracy.
CPR Awareness Week 2025
Empowering Students with Life-Saving Skills As part of CPR Awareness Week (13th–17th October 2025), Vydehi Advanced Simulation Academy (VASA) successfully organized a week-long series of hands-on CPR training sessions aimed at promoting life-saving skills among students across Vydehi Institutions. Over 150 participants from Vydehi Nursing Staff, VYMAK Degree College, and Vydehi Law College took part in
VASA Recognized by NBEMS for Skill Lab Training
VASA Recognized by NBEMS for Skill Lab Training Vydehi Advanced Simulation Academy (VASA) has been officially empaneled by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), New Delhi, as one of the recognized Skill Labs authorized to provide Skill Lab Training for NBEMS trainees. This empanelment reinforces VASA’s leadership in simulation-based medical education, offering trainees
Simulation-Based Training in Medical Education: Shaping the Future of Healthcare Learning
In the dynamic world of healthcare, simulation-based training in medical education has become a revolutionary approach to preparing future doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals. By combining technology, realism, and experiential learning, simulation-based learning in medical education bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world clinical experience. At Vydehi Advanced Simulation Academy (VASA), this approach plays
