Monday, August 25, 2025

Universal Health Organisation (UHO) Weekly Newsletter – 22 August 2025

Date:

Highlights:

  • Exodus of doctors from premier institutions – AIIMS
  • mRNA vaccine being reigned in in the USA: UHO is apprehensive that the sponsors may look towards India for their promotion.
  • Weight loss drugs – Panacea or Pain?
  • Junk food impacts physical health, AI is poised to affect mental & emotional health.

Download: https://uho.org.in/nl/2025-08-22-newsletter.pdf [copy & paste the link]

Website: https://uho.org.in

UHO Newsletter Rings Alarm on Public Health Crisis, Vaccine Concerns, and AI’s Impact

Dr. Amitav Banerjee, a prominent voice in public health, has released a comprehensive newsletter bringing to light several critical health issues facing India and the world.

Here’s a simpler breakdown of the main points covered so that you can easily understand them.

1. Doctors Leaving Public Hospitals

  • Concern: Over 400 doctors have left AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences), India’s top public hospital, in the last two years. This is alarming because these doctors often work at senior levels and influence newer doctors.
  • Reasons for Leaving:
    • Many doctors have moved to private hospitals where they earn 4 to 10 times more.
    • A lack of good working conditions in public hospitals has also driven this trend. Issues include:
      • Poor management.
      • Political interference in healthcare decisions.
  • Impact: If AIIMS struggles, many other public hospitals, which are often underfunded, may also decline. This is bad news for public health in India.

2. mRNA Vaccine: A Call for Caution in India

  • Current Status: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the U.S. The Health Secretary has placed restrictions on mRNA vaccines due to reported side effects, particularly heart issues (myocarditis) in younger people.
  • Concerns for India: There is fear that if mRNA vaccines are no longer trusted in the U.S., they may be pushed onto India due to market interests. Dr. Banerjee expresses a desire for Indian policymakers to be cautious about adopting these vaccines blindly, especially given their potential side effects.

3. Obesity and Weight Loss Medications

  • Rising Obesity Rates: Obesity is quickly becoming a significant health issue in India and around the world, leading to a billion-dollar market for weight loss medications.
  • Side Effects of Medications: New weight loss drugs like Ozempic have been linked to serious side effects, including permanent blindness. This raises alarming questions about the safety of all these medications [brands Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Rybelsus].
  • Recommendation: Rather than relying solely on medications, it’s crucial to encourage physical activity and healthy lifestyle changes to combat obesity.

4. Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Health

  • AI and Mental Health: Some psychologists warn that relying too much on AI could harm our mental and social well-being, much like unhealthy fast food harms our physical health. They use the term “relational diabetes” to describe how AI could weaken our relationships and social skills.
  • Recommendation: It’s essential to balance technology use with human interaction and physical activity to safeguard our mental health.

Dr. Banerjee emphasizes the importance of public funding and unbiased research, free from corporate and political influences.

If you’re interested in supporting UHO (the organization Dr. Banerjee leads), there are ways to donate, ensuring that the organization remains independent and focused on genuine health concerns.

Support: https://uho.org.in/member.php [copy & paste the link]

Thank you for considering these critical health topics! Your feedback and support are crucial as we continue this journey together.

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