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Nagapattinam fishermen robbed at mid-sea, again

Three fishermen robbed of belongings mid-sea by unidentified persons in Nagapattinam district. 38 fishermen have suffered threats, attacks, interceptions, and robbery since Aug. V. Ramakrishnan, G. Govindasamy, and M. Mathiyazhagan set sail in fibre glass boat. Three unidentified persons in another boat intercepted, threatened with sharp weapons, and stole GPS,…

The Hindu

‘Destruction and demonisation’ of GPs must stop, says leading doctor

Dr Kamila Hawthorne made the comments when opening the annual conference of the Royal College of GPs in Glasgow.

The Independent UK

We’ll vote for the party that restores OPS, say striking teacher union leaders in Andhra Pradesh

UTF leaders launch hunger strike to demand restoration of Old Pension Scheme (OPS). Refusing CPS/GPS, they seek implementation of OPS for those appointed before 2004.

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Nagapattinam fishermen attacked mid-sea, robbed of their belongings in sixth such attack in two months

Nine fishermen from Nagapattinam attacked by unidentified persons mid-sea, robbed of belongings. Six incidents since Aug. TN fishermen assaulted, belongings stolen incl. GPS, walkie-talkie, fishing net, silver ornaments. Victims admitted to hospital, Vedaranyam Marine Police investigating.

The Hindu

Canberrans 'cheated' over urgent care clinics, GPs say

GPs say ACT roll-out will be different to all other jurisdictions.

The Canberra Times

Senior doctor calls for ‘black alert’ safety system in UK general practice

Exclusive: Warning system similar to one used by hospitals would allow GPs to flag unsafe workload levels and trigger support

The Guardian - UK

Half a million of us want to donate our data to British science, but it’s languishing unused because of privacy fears

Data supplied to UK Biobank UK is not for sale, it’s not for trivial or suspect use, it’s for the good of humankind, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

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VR46 MotoGP duo branded “superheroes” after Indonesia sprint podium

The duo come to Indonesia carrying collarbone injuries, with Marini missing the Indian and Japanese GPs with his while Bezzecchi suffered a fracture in a training incident last Saturday.

Motorsport

Man tracked former partner using GPS, installed listening device in her room

Daniel Ben Barnett was jailed for stalking his former partner, tracking her with a GPS and putting a listening device in her bedroom.

Newcastle Herald

Hamish Blake takes 'easy choice' to apologise to GPs

Dual Gold Logie winner Hamish Blake has opted not to dig in over comments that drew the ire of GPs and politicians, conceding he couldn't be a doctor for a day.

AAP

Fitbit Charge 6 review: a brilliant tracker, now with more Google

The Fitbit Charge 6 is a worthy upgrade to its predecessor, with a reinstated side button, access to useful Google apps, and top-tier fitness and sleep tracking.

Tom’s Guide

Hamish Blake's GP comment draws ire of MPs

Doctors have not seen the funny side of presenter and comedian Hamish Blake, saying he could do their job for a day after he made a joke at their expense.

AAP

Best smartwatch and fitness tracker deals in the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2023 sale

Get smart with your Prime Day purchases

Evening Standard

A&E seeing more people with sore throats, backache, insomnia and coughs

NHS Providers said the strain on primary care services, including GPs and dentists, means patients often resort to A&E.

The Independent UK

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The Conversation

GPs could improve access to ADHD treatment. But we still need specialists to diagnose and start medication

Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects 2.5–5% of people. Less than half of people with ADHD have been diagnosed and treated – though more and more people are presenting for help.

The Hindu

Union, State governments should put an end to attacks on fishermen mid-sea : Vasan

Tamil Nadu fishermen attacked: GK Vasan urges Union/State govts to talk to Sri Lanka to end attacks. Condemns Sri Lanka's indifferent attitude towards TN fishermen. 5 attacks in last month, robbers stealing GPS, nets, phones.

WEKU

A grizzly bear kills 2 people in Canada's Banff National Park

Authorities received a GPS alert of a bear attack, and once on the scene, found two deceased individuals and an aggressive bear.

The Hindu

Allocation of funds in Karnataka gram panchayats influenced by the elite, says World Bank research paper

Though the Karnataka government has taken many legislative measures to decentralise powers to rural local bodies during the last three decades, fund allocations in gram panchayats (GPs) are most influenced by the elite, according to a research paper of the World Bank. Men and ‘upper’ caste individuals in GPs ensure…

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Karnataka government plans to set up ‘Grama Nyayalaya’ in each gram panachayat: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah

The government is planning to set up “Grama Nyayalaya” (village court) in each gram panchayat for resolving disputes within the jurisdiction of each GP, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Monday.

The Conversation

Should I be getting my vitamin D levels checked?

Australia has seen a surge in vitamin D testing of children, with similar trends reported for adults around the world. GPs are now being urged not to test for vitamin D unnecessarily.

The Independent UK

One in 50 GP appointments carried out online or via video in August

It comes as face-to-face appointments fell to their lowest level in 12 months.

The Independent UK

Second NHS trust failed to send tens of thousands of patient and GP letters

The Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust said that no significant patient harm had been found but it would review its initial investigation.

The Guardian - UK

NHS only gains one ‘full-time’ GP for every two trainees, report finds

Thinktank calls for bold solutions to address high dropout rates and rise in part-time working

The Hindu

Teacher unions denounce passing of GPS Bill in Assembly, call September 27 a ‘dark day’

Teachers' unions condemn GPS, call Sept 27 a 'dark day' for govt employees & teachers in AP. Leaders argue there's no guarantee in GPS & govt is trying to thrust new system on them. They demand repeal of GPS Bill & restoration of Old Pension Scheme.

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly passes the Guaranteed Pension System Bill

Andhra Pradesh Assembly passes GPS Bill-2023, entailing ₹2,500 crore financial implication by 2040. Bill formulated after consultations with stakeholders to provide pension to lakhs of employees. Government studied HR policy, per capita income, expenditure, and devised hybrid model of GPS as via media solution. Bill aims to earmark ₹1.60 lakh…

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