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This introduction to a special section brings together three papers first presented at a panel, 'Medical Professions in South Asia: Historical and Contemporary Analyses', at the 26th European Conference on South Asian Studies, held in Vienna, Austria and online, in July 2021. All three papers deal with aspects of the professionalisation of biomedical doctors in India since its independence in 1947. The authors bring together historical and sociological approaches to illuminate the growth of specialisms, patterns of practitioner–patient interactions and efforts to maintain occupational closure and maintain status in the face of growing challenges. The introduction concludes with a discussion of the relevance of these papers for the sociology of health and illness in India and beyond. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article discusses the Proceedings of the 19th International Conference of the Telemedicine Society of India (TSI) and the International Society for Telemedicine and eHealth (ISfTeH). The conference focused on emerging technologies connecting the Indian healthcare system and included presentations on topics such as tele-ICU management, telemedicine consultations in remote areas, and future trends in healthcare. The conference attracted delegates from various disciplines and included sessions, workshops, and exhibitions. The article highlights the acceptance of virtual remote healthcare in India and expresses gratitude to the editors of Telehealth and Medicine Today for reviewing conference papers. [Extracted from the article]

The article examines the efficacy of aromatherapy in managing cancer-related fatigue through a systematic review and meta-analysis. It also discusses the databases searched for relevant studies, the assessment of methodological quality using the Cochrane Risk of Bias tool, and the planned meta-analysis using a random effect model.

The article highlights Dr. Pranab Kumar Basu's work in palliative care, emphasizing the need for ongoing support and companionship for bereaved persons. It also discusses the PEARL group's unique program for sharing stories, the role of palliative care in mental well-being, and the importance of healthy grieving.

The article focuses on expressing gratitude for the special supplement of the Indian Journal of Psychiatry, which showcases the abstracts accepted for presentation at the 75th Annual National Conference of Indian Psychiatric Society (ANCIPS).

The article focuses on the Indo-United Kingdom (UK) collaboration in mental health, highlighting the growth of the initiative from a pilot involving 2 National Health Service (NHS) organizations to over 20 organizations across England and Wales. Topics include developing a long-term sustainable partnership; recent advances in clinical research in India and the UK; and strengths and challenges of the UK-India partnership in mental health.

The article focuses on the upcoming 75th Annual National Conference of the Indian Psychiatric Society in Kochi, India, from January 18 to 21, 2024, highlighting the Scientific Session organized by the committees and the inclusion of various sessions featuring renowned speakers.