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Introduction: The prevalence of abdominal injuries in war and conflict zones, particularly in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs), presents a significant healthcare challenge. These injuries, often resulting from explosive devices, firearms, and shrapnel, lead to high morbidity and mortality rates due to delayed diagnoses, inadequate medical infrastructure, and limited access to specialised care. This review aims to summarise the literature on conflict‐related abdominal injuries in LMICs, highlighting the impact of such trauma on healthcare systems and patient outcomes, and suggesting strategies for improvement. Methods: A comprehensive narrative review was conducted, focusing on studies from contemporary and historical conflict‐ridden nations. Databases such as PubMed, EMBASE, Google Scholar, the Cochrane Library, and Scopus were searched using specific keywords. Inclusion criteria encompassed various study designs and both paediatric and adult populations, with studies providing raw data prioritised. Exclusions included non‐English articles, non‐peer‐reviewed studies, and those not reporting outcomes or involving high‐income countries. Results: The review identified significant challenges in managing war‐related abdominal trauma in LMICs, including a shortage of healthcare personnel and infrastructure, socio‐political barriers, and research gaps. Clinical implications of such injuries include elevated mortality rates, with surgical and nonsurgical management outcomes varying significantly. Positive advancements in diagnostics and surgical techniques have improved survival rates, yet the need for further infrastructural and workforce enhancements remains critical. Conclusion: Abdominal trauma in conflict‐affected LMICs necessitates focused efforts to improve healthcare delivery, including targeted funding for infrastructure and equipment, development of training programs for trauma specialists, and increased humanitarian aid. Bridging research gaps and fostering collaborative efforts are essential for advancing the management of abdominal trauma and enhancing patient outcomes in these challenging environments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This scholarly inquiry delves into the historical significance of two enduring medical symbols: the Rod of Asclepius and the Caduceus. Tracing their origins back to ancient Greek mythology, we uncover their distinct identities and profound meanings as symbols of healing, unity among medical practitioners, and ethical responsibilities. Beyond aesthetics, these emblems serve as powerful educational tools, fostering universal understanding and connecting modern medicine to its historical heritage. Consequently, embracing their true essence can inspire genuine dedication to the noble mission of caring for others. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article explores the ethical challenges and policy recommendations for medical professionals reporting human rights breaches in militarized zones. It emphasizes the importance of documenting violations and establishing accountability to prevent future abuses and protect human rights. The article discusses the complexities of reporting, including socio-cultural, political, and logistical barriers, and the need for a strategic approach that involves collaboration between military and civilian participants. It also highlights examples of human rights abuses in Indian Administered Kashmir, the Central African Republic Civil War, and the Palestinian Territories. The article examines the ethical considerations for medical professionals, the policy landscape, and provides recommendations to address the ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare practitioners in militarized regions. [Extracted from the article]

Background and Aims: Intracranial surgeries are pivotal in treating cerebral pathologies, particularly in resource‐limited contexts, utilizing techniques such as craniotomy, transsphenoidal approaches, and endoscopy. However, challenges in low and middle income countries (LMICs), including resource scarcity, diagnostic delays, and a lack of skilled neurosurgeons, lead to elevated perioperative mortality (POM). This review seeks to identify major contributors to these challenges and recommend solutions for improved patient outcomes in neurosurgical care within LMICs. Methods: This review examines POM in LMICs using a detailed literature search, focusing on studies from these regions. Databases like PubMed, EMBASE, and Google Scholar were utilized using specific terms related to "intracranial surgery," "perioperative mortality," "traumatic brain injuries," and "LMICs." Inclusion criteria covered various study designs and both pediatric and adult populations while excluding stand‐alone abstracts and case reports. Results: POM rates for intracranial surgeries differ widely across many low and middle‐income regions: Africa sees rates from 2.5% to 39.1%, Asia between 3.6% and 34.8%, and Latin America and the Caribbean have figures ranging from 1.3% to 12%. The POM rates in LMICs were relatively higher compared to most first‐world countries. The high POM rates in LMICs can be attributed to considerable delays and compromises in neurosurgical care delivery, exacerbated by late diagnoses and presentations of neurosurgical pathologies. This, coupled with limited resources, underdeveloped infrastructure, and training gaps, complicates intracranial disease management, leading to elevated POM. Conclusion: Intracranial POM is a pronounced disparity within the neurosurgical field in LMICs. To mitigate intracranial POM, it is imperative to bolster healthcare infrastructure, amplify personnel training, foster global partnerships, and harness technologies like telemedicine. Tackling socioeconomic obstacles and prioritizing early detection through sustained funding and policy shifts can substantially enhance patient outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Mary Seacole, a Jamaican nurse, entrepreneur, and humanitarian, played a significant role in healthcare during the 19th century. She provided care and support to soldiers during the Crimean War and treated patients during cholera outbreaks in Jamaica and Panama. Despite facing racial prejudice, she set up the "British Hotel" near Balaclava during the war, where she provided food, shelter, and medical care to wounded soldiers. Mary Seacole's contributions to public health and her fight against prejudice and injustice are commemorated by a statue at St Thomas' Hospital in London. Her legacy continues to inspire healthcare workers and activists, emphasizing the importance of compassion, resilience, and determination. [Extracted from the article]

Today the banking has become the need of everyone whether it is individual, business houses or industrialist. To fulfil the needs of customers, the banks have also widened their activities. The banking is not limited to deposits and withdrawals of the funds, but the banks have changed their conventional nature of operation in the more productive, profitable manner. Information and technology have shrunk the world as a result of which time and distance have become non-entities to a large extent. The information technology has changed the structure of Indian banking. The concept of banking has drastically changed from a business dealing with money transaction alone to a business related to information with money transaction. The technology has been the main facilitator in the process of transformation. The research is mainly conducted to find out the consumer's perception and usage towards internet banking. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Theranostics represents a significant advance in the fields of neurology and neurosurgery, offering innovative approaches that combine the diagnosis and treatment of various neurological disorders. This innovation serves as a cornerstone of personalized medicine, where therapeutic strategies are closely integrated with diagnostic tools to enable precise and targeted interventions. Primary research results emphasize the profound impact of theranostics in Neuro Oncol. In this context, it has provided valuable insights into the complexity of the tumor microenvironment and mechanisms of resistance. In addition, in the field of neurodegenerative diseases (NDs), theranostics has facilitated the identification of distinct disease subtypes and novel therapeutic targets. It has also unravelled the intricate pathophysiology underlying conditions such as cerebrovascular disease (CVD) and epilepsy, setting the stage for more refined treatment approaches. As theranostics continues to evolve through ongoing research and refinement, its goals include further advancing the field of precision medicine, developing practical biomarkers for clinical use, and opening doors to new therapeutic opportunities. Nevertheless, the integration of these approaches into clinical settings presents challenges, including ethical considerations, the need for advanced data interpretation, standardization of procedures, and ensuring cost-effectiveness. Despite these obstacles, the promise of theranostics to significantly improve patient outcomes in the fields of neurology and neurosurgery remains a source of optimism for the future of healthcare., Competing Interests: Conflict of interests The authors have no relevant financial or non-financial interests to disclose., (Copyright © 2024. Published by Elsevier Inc.)