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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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VASA Powers Karnataka’s Largest BLS-CPR Training Event
Vydehi Advanced Simulation Academy Contributes to Saving Lives Vydehi Advanced Simulation Academy (VASA) is proud to have played a pivotal role in the monumental success of Karnataka’s largest-ever Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training program, organized by the Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (VIMS & RC) and the Indian
Healthtech and Pharmatech Summit 2023
A Step towards Advancing Digital Technology and Transformation in Healthcare By integrating AI and embracing digital transformation in healthcare and medical education, Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (VIMS) aims to revolutionize healthcare services, enhance operational efficiency, and drive innovation. Our goal is to establish a more effective and sustainable healthcare academy. Program
15th National Assembly On Pediatric Emergency Medicine – (NAPEM) 2024
15th National Assembly On Pediatric Emergency Medicine – (NAPEM) 2024 The 15th National Assembly On Pediatric Emergency Medicine (NAPEM) held from February 29th to March 1st, 2024, at VASA, South East Asia’s largest, most comprehensive, state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary medical simulation center, Bangalore, was a significant event in the realm of pediatric emergency medicine. Hosted under the
Bomb Blast Surgical Cut-Suit Workshop
Under Pressure: Reflections on VASA’s Past Bomb Blast Surgical Mock-Drill Sharpened skills, saved lives in a hyper-realistic bomb blast scenario at VASA. VASA’s Bomb Blast Surgical Simulation threw the healthcare professionals into the heart of a high-pressure scenario. Training alongside the fellow medical professionals in a state-of-the-art simulated environment, teh participants faced: Realistic injuries: Advanced
VASA’s EM Karnataka 2023 Simulation Workshop
Transforming Emergency Care in Karnataka Through Simulation Education The 3rd Annual state level Emergency Medicine Karnataka Conference was held at Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Center from 21st September 2023 to 24th September 2023. The four-day event, themed “RACE – Research, Advances, Critical thinking, Education,” brought together a confluence of top emergency physicians,
Empowering Healthcare Heroes: Simulation-Based Education Puts Patient Safety First
Enabling First Drill Responders With Power of Patient Safety In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, patient safety remains a paramount concern. The constant endeavor to enhance the quality of care and minimize risks has led to the emergence of innovative approaches. One such groundbreaking method gaining momentum is Simulation-Based Education (SBE), a powerful tool that
